Vichyssoise
Vichyssoise is a classic French soup. Or is it? The true origin, French or American is a legitimate question. In 1917 Creme Vichyssoise Glacee made its debut on the menu of Chef Louis Diat at the New York Ritz Carlton Hotel.
Monkey Gland
You’ve sipped a Fuzzy Navel and had Sex on the Beach. Maybe you ordered a Screaming Orgasm only to harbor desire for a Monkey Gland.
Roasted Asparagus
Asparagus can be the most delicious of the vegetable kingdom. It can also be the most bedeviling of all vegetables.
Nicos – Mexico City
Nicos was founded in 1956 by the mother of Chef Gerardo Vasquez Lugo. He honors her legacy with fantastic, authentic food and service.
Escargot
Escargot – Snails. You love ’em or hate ’em. I find that most haters have never tried them. That’s their mistake because who doesn’t like butter, garlic, cheese and fresh bread?
Quintonil – Mexico City
Quintonil and Jorge Vallejo, is near top of the world. Specifically, his restaurant is #7 on the World’s Best list and 2 Michelin Stars.
Amazing Potato Salad
Potato salad. Is there a more iconic picnic dish on the planet? I can’t remember my first taste. Like gravity, potato salad has been here since… the beginning of time.
La Banderita
The Little Flag, known in Mexico City as La Banderita. It’s the local way to enjoy Tequila or Mezcal and so named for it’s green, white and red tri-color replication of the Mexican flag.
Blue Cheese Ice Cream
The mere concept of Blue Cheese Ice Cream was too much for some in our party, and it blew their mind. I got their portion!
Pujol – Mexico City
Chef Enrique Olvero of Pujol is labeled as the founder of molecular mexican gastronomy, or the godfather of nuevo mexican cuisine because of the impressive list of chefs that have worked with him and then achieved success in their own right. Regardless how you choose to describe him, one thing is certain. The ambiance, food and service is deserving of the 13th best restaurant in the world.
Coq Au Vin
My first taste of Coq Au Vin was years ago, and I learned to make this delicious French classic at home served over brown butter egg noodles.
King Cut Steak Au Poivre
Chicago is renowned for great steak and my mouth began to water when I spied King Cut Prime Steak Au Poivre on the menu.