Archive for November, 2009
Now that October has finished, November allows us to take a break before the busy festive season begins. Shortly I will be off to London to join up with the rest of my family to await the arrival of my new nephew!
The past month also saw us releasing our first supplement menu.
Our Tasting Menu, or “Menu Degustacion” is served from 21.30hrs and cost 90€ per person. This type of menu is for “foodies” (and mostly cooks from other restaurants! 
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The menu went through some subtle changes throughout the month, depending on what is best in the markets. The next Tasting Menu will start in December, just after my return from the UK.
We have some photos from over the weekend, though sadly none were taken of the three desserts (doh! 
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A Contrast of Tomato and Basil Soup. Two soups that look very different but taste almost identical. This appetizer features our Clear Tomato Soup and the recipe can be found here.
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New Style Goong Che Nam Pa. These thin “sheets” of King Prawns are one of our most ordered dishes and the recipe can be found here.
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Carpaccio of Beef, Foie Gras and Mackerel. This unconventional carpaccio is served in tins. The fish is marinated in salt and vinegar for only 30 minutes in total (15 minutes in the salt, and 15 minutes in rice vinegar), this provides us with a cured fillet that is not soured or discoloured by the vinegar.
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Seabass in Citrus Soy and Sesame Dressing. Wafer thin slices of fish are drizzled with a tangy and nutty dressing.
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A splash of hot Hazelnut, Olive and Sesame Oils adds another dimension.
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