Jea K.
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A strong introduction to Dutch fine dining.
Came for lunch and did their shorter six-course tasting. Not a long menu, but there were no weak spots. Many dishes were rooted in classical French technique but entirely open to global inflection. Nothing leaned on gimmicks, and my favorites were the dorade, pike perch, and sweetbread.
Kingfish - A clean, composed opener. Thick-cut kingfish with gentle warmth from baharat, balanced by green apple, dill, and a light brininess from razor clam.
Dorade - Crisp-skinned dorade paired with a light poultry liver cream that added so much depth without overwhelming the fish. Sherry plums brought a subtle sweetness, while fennel kept the finish fresh.
Pike Perch - My favorite dish of the afternoon. The dish was autumn distilled. The mild, buttery fish was carried by an extraordinary, smoky eel hollandaise that literally made me pause mid-bite. A northern European comfort dish brilliantly reimagined.
Sweetbread - A daring mid-meal pivot. Crisped golden sweetbreads matched with peanut cream and a deep, umami-rich XO sauce. Maitake reinforced the caramelized notes, while tomato and radish kept it from feeling too heavy.
Venison - Perfectly cooked. Trumpet mushrooms and creamy polenta grounded the dish, while raspberry added just enough brightness. The coffee element was subtle, more aromatic than dominant.
Overall, an impeccable menu with zero misses.