As I mentioned earlier this year in my post about Bar Moro, it is my goal to visit all the former Zoe Robinson restaurants under their new owners and concepts.
I FINALLY got my chance to visit Bistro La Floraison thanks to Beth and Matt Sorrell, who is a bartender there a few nights a week. Beth was looking for a date to sit with her at the bar and I jumped at the chance, especially since she was able to guide me through the courses.
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THE Matt Sorrell |
I highly recommend their cocktails, probably because I know a bartender there, as they have clever names and some classics.
Beth was kind enough to split all the dishes with me, which helped to make the evening a little more affordable as well.
We started with a few items from the "L'apero" section. More of a small bite than an Hors d'Oeuvre.
French Onion Financiers, which were almost too pretty to eat, and the Golden Kaluga Caviar were Beth's favorites.
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French Onion Financiers |
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Golden Kaluga Caviar on potato waffles |
I picked the Gougeres since they are made with a gruyere mousse!
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Gougeres |
For the main course, Beth let me pick the Ricotta Gnudi since I'm such a fan. There were quite a lot braised beans as well. An incredibly flavorful dish for something so simple!
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Ricotta Gnudi |
And Beth made sure we got dessert, so you should be sure to make room as well. The Hazelnut Pot De Creme was so light and creamy, although you know I was wishing there had been a little more chocolate involved.
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Hazelnut Pot de Creme |
Your meal will always be a winner here, so save up for that special occasion!
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Menu from September 2023 |
Resources:
Bistro La Floraison = https://www.bistrolafloraison.com/