Tag Archives: oyster

Sidewalk inspirations: alternative foie gras

Posted on February 16, 2010 by

It happens when he is walking down the street. Who knows what is going through his mind. And then, suddenly, something emerges. Clear. Precise. A mission. Monkfish liver and oysters… It has to do partially with a dish that Antoine … Continue reading →

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Oysters, foie gras and truffles…one bite

Posted on December 28, 2008 by

Next was something sort of inspired by Stephane Léger of Le Chassagne in Chassagne Montrachet. He put oysters and foie gras together. So why not try it with truffles? The foie gras was cooked and cold, slightly spicy but with … Continue reading →

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Le Chamarré de Montmartre: magic from the islands

Posted on December 8, 2008 by

  I happened to be tasting through the wines of Thierry Despres, of Grande Maison in Monbazillac. Whose wines can rival the most expensive and notorious sauternes at a fraction of the price. I know. I’ve done blind tastings before … Continue reading →

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Dutournier’s Carré des Feuillants luncheon menu: a 2-star steal

Posted on September 14, 2008 by

    His pistachio and trout roe amuse bouches were superb. The bitter-sweet aspects of both ingredients married perfectly. The prawn, melon and curry combo was interesting. The prawn was just slightly over cooked, but the sweet melon and the … Continue reading →

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