Rob the Art Teacher
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Quale restaurant is now on my 'go again' list for Łódź. What a great dining experience at this art nouveau styled fine dining restaurant last night! With new places I often forego a main course in favour of several starters, so I can experience as much of the chef's variety as possible... without bursting. So here, the degustation menu with wine pairing suited me perfectly. Each course was beautifully crafted and imaginative (with the exception of the lamb, but as NZer with decades of lamb cooking and eating, I am probably super critical). Two plates were my personal favourites for their umami directness and subtle complexity: the Roe Deer Tartare (I'd swear I could taste the forest, and the lingering pepper notes were very satisfying), and the Octopus, chickpea and chilli puree flavours were a knockout. The Earl Grey Crème Brûlée was also a subtle stunner, especially when paired with a limited edition Blackthorn tincture by Nalevka Polska (bottle no.162/220). Next time I'll bring friends and we will try out Quale's whisky and cigar room afterwards.