Where-To-Wednesday Adventure #15: Piccino Cafe

Why is it that it seems we need to travel to the far ends of the earth for a worthwhile getaway? Cannes, Dubai, Indonesia…and let’s face it, even Tahoe feels like a trek ‘round the world on a holiday weekend. Has our “happy place” become almost unattainable due to crazy logistics involved? Not anymore. I found my new getaway, that I can actually…wait for it…. “get” to. What a concept. Comfortably tucked away into the folds of a quiet street, Piccino Café truly feels like the oasis we’ve all been waiting for. This recently inhabited spot by Piccino meshes the sleek, refreshing design of a new space that invigorates you just being there, with the comfortable neighborhood feel that makes you want to kick off your shoes and stay a while. Can I rent this out by the week, please? Many thanks to Chelsea for planning this latest rendition of Where-To-Wednesday on 5/9 that myself, Becky, Elizabeth, Tara and Lindsey enjoyed. So…did the food live up a retreat-worthy feast? Read on and find out which way Piccino topped the 0/10 scale. In the interim, I’ll keep searching for the complimentary robe and slippers in this place…

Ambiance 9: Let’s play a little game of mad libs. A perfect Saturday night is (adjective) because you’re going to (noun: place). Some of you are dreaming of breaking in new heels and an exciting night hitting the town…some of you are salivating over that bottle of 1999 Georges Letour Cabernet Sauvignon you’ve been you’ve been waiting tirelessly to crack open and savor on a night at home (or is that just me?) Decisions, decisions. And yet…now you really don’t have to make one. Piccino seems to have it all. Kicking a modern feel into this place, its sleek wooden edges adorning the walls, symmetrical ceiling beams and contemporary steel custom chairs pulled up to the counter tops that line the open kitchen, remind you that you are indeed out on the town. Heels? Check. But then…just as you whip around to order a martini, Piccino throws a curve ball. You notice that with the soft candlelight glowing across the room, the wood paneling actually gives the allusion of an old farmhouse. The wild flowers placed on each table embrace a soft, rustic feel and as you begin to ease into your seat to curl up with a bottle of red, all at once you have to remind yourself that you are most definitely not on your couch. The best of both worlds, Piccino flawlessly combines an exciting atmosphere with a relaxing vibe…giving you the perfect excuse to stay up well past your bedtime…even on a school night, sans the headache in the morning from those damn Martinis that went down way to easy at the dance club. Win/Win people.

Wine 7.5: Change is good…sometimes. I mean it did bring about our new life master: Miss Siri thanks to the new iPhone, the Hybrid car, and most recently the announcement from Obama to recognize gay marriage – finally people! Okay, I’m definitely getting ahead of myself but you can see solid instances of good coming from change. We started off our meal with a bottle of the Caravaglio Salina Malvasia, from Sicily, which was divine. Soft and floral with hints of white peach, the Malvasia was both a perfect match to the array of dishes we ordered, as well as standing on it’s own two feet. After a few bottles of the Malvasia, trying to branch out a bit and try a few of the other vino offerings, we asked for a few recommendations. When the descriptions fell short and head scratching started, we should have known to stick with a good thing. Instead, in spite of our gut instincts, which were now put to bed thanks to the first few bottles, we changed it up and jumped on the red train. Our selection, unfortunately, was lacking in several ways – one being that it was a little young and needed more time in the bottle. The other reasons, I don’t remember because I didn’t even bother to write them down…or even the name of the bottle. I know…I’m not giving you very solid clues as to this elusive “red” to avoid, but hey, at least you have a lead on a winning white!

Food 9: I gather from the name “Piccino,” that the original restaurant was cozy and small, with a matching “piccino” sized menu. Things have changed. Piccino is no longer the tiny establishment it was, expanding out to an impressive-sized restaurant. The menu, however, seems to have retained the charming bite-sized list of offerings, heavily focused on the array of pizzas available. But don’t fret, there is plenty of food to go around…just grab quickly!

- Broccoli Di Ciccio: A refreshing start to the meal with a lemony zest, the consistency of this dish was a winning combination. Mixed with almond gremolata for crunchy goodness, along with soft farro, the combination of different textures and finishes left us wanting more!

- Fava Falafel: I'll be honest. I'm not a big fan of falafel. I try to be. I order it each time with the confidence of knowing...this could be it. This could be the one for me. And finally, it happened. I fell in love with a Falafel. Deep fried with a slightly spicy outer layer and filled with soft fava beans, this dish was delicious. A refreshing cucumber yogurt or hot and spicy calabrian chili dipping sauce options were perfect pairings to the Falafel.

- Beets: The pickled vegetable of the day. And...I wish it would have been the pickled vegetable of yesterday. Or never. Don't get me wrong, I like beets and these were good, but they were a bit plain. Mixed with herbs - primarily Rosemary - and spices, they held a tangy, slightly bitter taste that felt reserved for a "eat your vegetables" command for 8 year olds. Skip!

- Wild Arugula Salad: Trickery...this salad will make you believe that Summer is around the corner. Freshing in every way and holding another winning combo of flavors, this is a refreshing way to kick off a meal. The peppery arugula paired with sweet, delicious strawberries and mint (are we sure Summer will not be making an appearance in San Francisco this year), and topped with crunch, toasted hazelnuts - this salad will send you home with ideas to recreate this starter. Hint to my husband: Thursday dinner spoiler alert.

- Pork & Beef Polpette: That's right. Piccino doesn't mess around. Pork AND beef, people. The best of both worlds. Juicy and delicious, as soon as you sink your teeth in to it, you're introduced to a world of flavor. Peppered with heavy garlic, parsley, crushed tomatoes and parmesan, this dish is a must-order.

- Baked Semolina Gnocchi: Not your average gnocchi. If you go in expecting the usual stuff, you’ll be scratching your head when the dish arrives. “I don’t think we ordered soup. Or this stew. Or…what is this?” It’s gnocchi, dollface. Not your normal small bite-sized, cookie-cutter gnocchi. Instead, this gnocchi is a large and flat (I’ll be honest, I thought it was the halibut at first…whoops), and playing in a pool of parmesan broth, mixed with peas, carrots and basil pesto. Very interesting textures…soft consistency with a touch of garlic and heartiness to the delicate nature of the consistency, it was an interesting and pleasant surprise.

- Halibut: Ah…here you are, Hal. Served on a bed of barley tabbouleh and radish, sitting atop smashed avocado and topped with meyer lemon, this dish has a winning consistency and perfect finish. It starts with a zesty zing of citrus that matches well with the delicate halibut, and fishes with the heartiness that the avocado and tabbouleh add to the mix.

 - Margherita Pizza: Simple yet satisfying. A rather thin crust pizza, topped with tomato sauce, oregano and patches of mozzarella. Very good, although a few more throw-downs of mozzarella on that pizza would have been nice. “Siri, reminder – more mozzarella!”

 - Pisello Pizza: Now we’re getting somewhere. If you’re going to go somewhere known for their pizzas, you might as well expand out of your comfort zone, right? Check. Topped with English peas (for the record, NOT a normal “topping” offered from Pizza Hut and the likes), buffalo mozzarella, pea tendrils (no, the peas alone were NOT enough), and herb pesto, this pizza packed a hearty punch. Delicious combination of flavors, textures and the end result was a wonderful new favorite dish.

 - Salsiccia Pizza: You just FEEL Italian saying this, right? Can you guess what it is made of? Guess…I’ll wait. If you said salsa….you lose. If you said sausage…you win. Plus you’re smarter than those salsa guessers. Topped with house made sausage (how do these people find the time?), mozzarella and red onion, this one was also a satisfying choice. Full of robust flavor, the Salsiccia pizza was a great combination of spices from the sausage and onion, with the mozzarella adding the mellow yet satisfying flavor, to keep the overall taste from being too spicy. Overall: delic.   

Dessert: I would normally go into this long, drawn-out explanation of how full we were…and yet we ordered dessert, but by now, you know this is a standard. No matter how full we are, we WILL order dessert like it is a far-reaching goal we have been working at attaining for years. So rather than bore you with chatter…let’s get on with it.

 - Zeppole: No…not what sounds like a French pronunciation to “ze pole” they will need to use to push your tush out of Piccino with after you eat this…although now I do believe in that second meaning. Zeppole is a delicious dessert consisting of fried ricotta donuts sitting on top of drizzled chocolate sauce, nestled next to small candied orange peels. These warm nuggets of goodness embrace the sweet, delicate tastes of ginger, cinnamon and sugar, which meets it’s match with the velvety chocolate sauce and rich cardamom cream anglaise sauce to dip in. Yes Sinatra, we’re in heaven.

-   Chocolate Pudding Cake: With advertising succeeding once again, my mind can’t help but wander to Bill Crosby and a room full of smiling children whenever “pudding” is mentioned. But this…ain’t no child’s play. Rose geranium cream sits atop warm, yet surprisingly delicate, chocolate cake, creating a light, airy dessert…or so you think. For just when you wish there was more to it, you spy the dark chocolate pistachio bark lying next to it. “Siri – we have a winner!”

 - Lemon Crostata: I typically view any dessert not containing chocolate as a main ingredient, as a waste. I’m just being honest. This one, I’ll admit I wasn’t excited about ordering. It seemed to light, to boring, to wasteful. Why not just a second round of water? But oh how I love a good surprise. The lemon crostata was surprisingly rich, with a zesty zing packed into every bite of this intensely, savory dessert, whose taste was magnified even further with a tasty sauce poured onto it. Topped with bruleed meringue whose light, airy consistency paired perfect with the rich tart, and a beautiful candito di limone added as a finishing touch, this dessert was a delicious delight.

- Affogato: Finding it’s way into more and more restaurants in the bay area, I’m realizing that I won’t need to travel too far the next time I’m craving Italy. Affogato is a simple yet perfect end to the meal. Atop jivara milk chocolate ice cream, the espresso gives you the little kick you need to savor the last bites of the meal before you return to reality.

Price 8: At a little over $70 a person, it may be a little steep. On the other hand, we ARE on a retreat here, remember? And for three pizzas, meatballs, delicious (white) vino, and even affogato to top off your night among other things – you get the goods of Italy delivered right to your mouth…for much cheaper than a ticket to Italy. And a free new song compliments of me: when the moon hits your eye like a big pizza pie, that’s a’Pisello! I know, you’ll be singing it all night.

Noise Level 9: Contrary to its name, Piccino is actually a fairly large restaurant. With several tables laid out across the room, all with ample room to allow you to talk without hearing or bumping elbows with the non-related table next to you, you can actually devote all of your energy to conversing with those in your party. What a concept. Siri – take note.  

Service 9: This may be the only time I ever count this as a positive, but that night – I had no idea who our waiter was. We had so many people helping us – pizza recommendations, topping off our glasses, taking our orders, delivering our food, giving us samples, and even – wait for it…this is a big one – not just taking our picture, but asking if we would like our picture taken. Gasp. I’ve found my happy spot.

All About The Area:  I’m not sure whether to relish in the unnatural silence found in this area of the Dogpatch District…or run for the hills. But as I stood there debating, whilst trying for the former in an effort to proceed and find this restaurant, I believe I saw a tumbleweed roll past me. At the corner of “nowhere” and “you’re lost,” this area will have you scratching your head. “Siri – WHERE THE HELL AM I?” There are some cute wine bars in the area as well as restaurants, but you’re going to be hard pressed to find them if you just decide to wander. No noise seems to carry, and I don’t remember passing a soul on the street…so bring your phone or other GPS device, and plan ahead. Or…make it a one-stop shop. Piccino is right next door to a wine shop and a clothing company. Come to think of it, with wine and clothes within reach…who needs directions anyhow?

Overall Grade: 8.6

Our delicious white wine

Broccoli Di Ciccio

Fava Falafel

Beets

Wild Arugula Salad

Pork & Beef Polpette

Baked Semolina Gnocchi

Halibut

Margherita Pizza

Salsiccia Pizza

Pisello Pizza

Zeppole

Chocolate Pudding Cake

Lemon Crostata



Affogato

Where-To-Wednesday Adventure #13: Marlowe

There’s no place like home. There’s no place like home. There’s no place like home. *Open eyes* Blast. I’m still here. It must be these measly brown boots that aren’t filling the magic those ruby slippers could pull off. Luckily for me, Marlowe isn’t an alternate dream world accessible through a magical yellow brick road filled with flying monkeys, but simply a short walk away. And that’s good news, because this place is sure to become my new home. Just what you’d expect in your own casa, this place throws a comfortable yet kicked up ambiance we all strive for between our own four walls, tons of delicious wine (let’s be honest: a must-have for any home of mine…almost more important than the four walls themselves) and roommates - in the form of waiters - that keep you guessing just what on earth is going to happen next. At our latest Where-To-Wednesday adventure at Marlowe on February 29^th, we got all that and more. Many thanks to our latest newbie Jen for planning this adventure, that was enjoyed by myself, Elizabeth, Neva, Terra, Leala, Becky, Bree, Erika and Melissa. So…what crazy other antics were witnessed at Marlowe during our 13^th adventure? You’ll see, my pretty. 0/10 scale as always…read on to see how it tipped.

Ambiance 9: Big things come in small packages. Hershey kisses, munchkins (those guys sure can sing), and Marlowe. Tiny as it may be, Marlowe sure offers a packing punch of goodness. Embracing a rustic chic feel, Marlowe’s décor mixes sophisticated dark wood with the laidback feel of straw wicker chairs. Chalkboard drawings of animals adorn one of the walls, while a handwritten list of specials is displayed upon a large beige roll of oversized paper, welcoming patrons to the restaurant. Showcasing a sleek architecture, Marlowe definitely exudes a modern feel, harnessed in the straight, rigid lines found defining every table and chair. Exposed air ducts reminds you that you’re in the heart of SOMA, and gives a nod to the industrial feel so many building in this area embrace. Although one can appreciate the contemporary placement of the décor, the beam that is oh-so awkwardly placed from one end of the ceiling to the middle of the communal table, leaves me scratching my head. Aren’t communal tables hard enough? Why throw a beam in the middle of it to complicate seeing the person across from you and beg the awkward question of where you sit with your oversized party, at a table with no real defined seating? I realize I’ll never have answers to these questions, but I’ll never let that stop me from asking them. My advice? Grab a seat at the bar, a real true table, or an end seat at that tricky little communal table that punishes those middle seaters.   

Wine 8: If at first you don’t succeed, try and try again. (Yes, a mantra for life, but even more so when wine is involved) It’s true, we were off to a rough start. A mix-up with the wine glasses, led to the Grenache Carignan from Languedoc France and the Three Zinfandel from California, being switched and served to the wrong person. Our girls – ever the open minds – took it in stride and embraced their surprises whole heartedly, opting to keep those choices for the next round. I, myself started with my go-to wine to ease into the night: Sauvignon Blanc, opting for the Brancott Estate from New Zealand. Although it was crisp, this Sauvignon Blanc was quite acidic, with a tangy green-apple bite to it and a bitter finish…as if you were taking a bite of fruit that’s not quite ripe just yet. It wasn’t long before I moved along to the Domaine Michel Caillot Chardonnay from Burgundy, France – which was a huge improvement. Soft and clean, with a hint of warm, sweet honeysuckle, this was a perfect accompaniment to the meal, to give just enough of its own flavor, leaving the food to do the real talking. Moving on to reds, a few of us opted for the La Petite Ferme Cab from South Africa, and with the first swig, my taste buds thanked me with a standing ovation. This was easily my favorite of the night. With soft hints of floral mixed with a smooth, velvety chocolate that created depth within every sip, this one was a winner.

Food 9: I scratched something down on my note paper that either said amore or amazing, but either way…it’s right. Tempted with what looked like so many delicious choices which we would quickly find out were indeed so, we quickly scratched off the plates that make you check your sharing skills at the door: salad, soup, “a” deviled egg, three oysters, and a partridge in a pear tree. Otherwise, the dish was ordered, devoured, and in some instances…ordered right on over again.

-        Brussels Sprout Chips: Is it me, or did those crazy people over at the Brussels sprout PR firm really do their job this year? Brussels Sprouts are literally sprouting up on every menu I flip over. And I’m not complaining, I mean, they’re freaking delicious but I’m just curious. I wouldn’t be surprised if the next time I hit the cinema, these things are hanging out right next to the popcorn stand. And you know what? I think I’d opt for the Brussels Sprout Chips. Perfectly done – not too crispy with just the right amount of chew to them, and lightly dusted with sea salt they were the perfect start to the meal. Seriously, watch out popcorn.  

-        DiStefano Burrata: By God. People DO live under rocks and I must be under one of them. Burrata. This term I’ve heard in passing several time but embarrassingly enough, I’ve never really bothered to look up exactly what it is. Smile and nod, smile and nod. I’ll be the first to admit that. But if I had taken two seconds to look up just exactly what this dish is, I would have found: “mozzarella and cream." Followed by “amazing. Order this everywhere you can. Starting yesterday.” Doh! Learning from my mistakes, I’ll tell you, if you haven’t had a bite of this piece of heaven, do yourself a favor. Order this and bring it back to your rock for later.

-        Twice Baked Dungeness Crab Souffle: Light and delicate in texture, but rich in flavor this dish could give Mac & Cheese a run for its money. But Mac and cheese could afford it…I think it has the same PR firm as Brussels.

-        Warm Marinated Mussel and Monterey Calamari Toasts: Whew, that’s a mouthful. A good one for me, but not so for many of the girls. Served on a grilled baguette, the mussel and calamari were served with garlic aioli, a touch of lemon and sea salt.  The verdict was that it was a bit fishy and too salty. I actually liked the dish, and thought that the toast gave some depth to the tangy delicate fish but hey – to each her own.

-        Marlowe Burger: I’ve given up cussing for the time being, but if I hadn’t, you can guess what kind of positive profanity would be leading this post. The burger here is what seems to be, a legend. Think of it as the shot heard ‘round the world, except that San Francisco is your world and you can actually eat the shot. Pretty nifty daydream I have here, isn’t it? Well, not to be confused with ANY other burger, the geniuses at Marlowe attached their name right to the burger. (I really need to locate this PR firm). And I can see why. This might just be one of the best burgers I’ve ever had. Rich, juicy and succulent, the burger – excuse me – the Marlowe Burger was topped with caramelized onion, cheddar, bacon and horseradish aioli. To. Die. For.

-        Grilled Niman Pork Chop: One word: phenomenal. The pork chop was tender, juicy and cooked to perfection. Served with thick huge slices and lightly salted, it was delicious.

-        Steak Tartare: If you ever need a trip to France without the hassle of airlines, this dish can do the trick. Served on a bed of greens, the steak tartare held a light, delicate consistency yet a little rich in taste, with hints of onion and pepper kicking in some spice. A poached quail egg served on top to be mixed, added a richness to the dish. Crostini were served alongside for easy sharing. Delicious! Just like the burger...sans the bloat.

-        Seared Hawaiian Tombo Tuna: Extremely fresh and delicious this dish was a definite crowd pleaser. And again…thick cuts. Nods and smiles to the chef. Served with a side of cous cous and candied olives, it added a rich and savory taste against the delicate tuna. Perfect tombo combo. Anyone?

-        Smoky Cauliflower Gratin: If there was a fail of night, this was it. Packed with aged provolone and smoked cheddar, the dish was almost too cheesy. No..it was too cheesy. I was on such a positive roll…the fail is hard to give but…FAIL.

-        Anson Mills Polenta: I think we ordered 45 of these. Maybe 46. I lost count. Either way, I think everyone had their fair of it. Served with wild mushrooms, parmesan and a poached egg, this dish was complex in taste but simply delightful. Flawlessly balancing a rich, savory flavor, with an overall fresh feel with every bite – this dish was a winner.

-        Brown Butter Brussels Sprouts – For the record, and in case you nodded off earlier, this is the SECOND Brussels sprouts dish on the menu. We may be pushing it here folks. After originally being told that they were out of this dish but then miraculously finding a last one (which now makes me wonder…) we had high expectations. What is this mystery dish that everyone in the restaurant has seemed to order your kitchen right out of? And yet, we were sorely disappointed. Perhaps I’m being harsh, since our expectations were set so high, however, the dish was just average. The Brussels sprouts were browned and flavored with lemon and lightly salted. They were a bit tart and missed the mark with a one-dimensional flavor. Zero Zero still has a stronghold on these puppies.

-        Poulet Vert – Allow me to translate: chicken. And yes, I can see why it’s not just called “chicken.” The dish even just looks fancy shmancy. The presentation is mouth-watering in itself, until you take a bite of the chicken…and forget all about the presentation because you’ve died and gone to heaven. The serving size is pretty big, and the dish does not disappoint. A lightly crispy skin, gives way to tender, juicy meat inside. A must-order.

-        Tuna Conserva & Proscuitto di Parma: Think of this as spruced up lettuce wraps. The smooth light tuna mixed with spicy radicchio creates a nice contrast in taste. And the crispy celery and arugula add interesting textures to the dish, to create a little party in your mouth.

Dessert: Are we still hungry? Check. All of the desserts? Check, check.

-        TCHO Chocolate Cream Pie: Why oh why do I choose now to give up chocolate? With a heavy heart and a drooling mouth, I had to get someone else’s review of this dish: Very rich, the pie featured a chocolate mousse with cocoa nib and oreo crumble on top. Are you happy now? Good, because I’m hungry. For chocolate. Uh oh.

-        Strawberry & Rhubarb Crisp: Served in a jar filled with vanilla ice cream, this dish is then topped with a tart strawberry and rhubarb crisp – creating a perfect harmony of flavors.

-        Vanilla Bean Panna Cotta Affogato: This dish is just fun to say. Affogato. I’m just going to start saying this the next time I forget something. But unfortunately, the fun stops there. I’m not sure if there was a mishap with the jello in the kitchen, but this had much too heavy of a gelatin taste. I know what you’re thinking, how would you know how gelatin tastes? You just know. And…its not good. Order a 47^th Polenta and call it a night.   

Price 8: Averaging out at about $70 each, it was relatively average…especially given the 46 orders of polenta. A priceless dish, I’ll never complain about that. Speaking of, can I get another order for delivery?

Noise Level 7.5: Given the small, packed nature of the restaurant, the acoustics aren’t the best for a serious conversation (read: not a break-up spot. Unless you want to continue repeating the answer to: “You’re breaking up with WHO??” Cue the crying.), but easy for low key get-togethers and groups cognizant that in here, we may need to use our “outdoor voices”.

Service 7:  There’s Jeckel, there’s Hyde, and then there was our waiter. I’m not sure if he loved us or hated us, but he sure kept us guessing. The evening began with an air of arrogance, as unrequested opinions were thrown our way on the dishes. Then, a little bit of a wine fiasco. My wine was – gasp – forgotten (I know, I don’t want to talk about it; therapy should commence soon), while others had their wine mixed up and good thing their taste buds were doing their job, because they figured out the switcheroo on their own. A quick look at the menu and what we had ordered, and we were scratching our heads. Where was everything else we had ordered? When we inquired, our waiter informed us it would be coming out with the main meal. Was that the plan all along or was it the “revised” plan because we noticed a few missing dishes in what otherwise would have been a messy table of “who knows what we got” dishes…no, we pay attention. Do you see my pages of notes here? But we’ll give him the benefit of the doubt on that. They were technically ‘sides.’ Luckily, mid-meal our waiter suddenly became much more agreeable. Maybe we grew on him…or maybe the wine from my “forgotten” glass started to kick in. (Kidding! Kind of…unless you can prove it, then I’m not). The mistakes were comped, he inquired on our thoughts of the meal, and a complete 180 spun us around to really liking the guy. So there you go: food, drinks and the caliber of life learnings typically reserved for a PBS special. You can sleep easy tonight, friends.

All About The Area: Sandwiched between the Cal Train station and…let’s call a spade a spade..NOTHING, it definitely presents an awkward area to travel for dinner…or lunch for that matter. Toto, I have a feeling we’re not in Kansas anymore. Although, with a Safeway across the street and a Walgreens next door as a worst case scenario, the block has you covered if your dining experience here doesn’t pan out. In true SOMA form, Marlowe is nestled quietly on a block laden with warehouse façades housing various businesses. The area definitely seems more industrial than a welcoming neighborhood to leisurely stroll in after your dinner, so bring cab money to head somewhere a little more bustling afterwards…or prepare to get crazy at Walgreens.

Overall Grade: 8.0

So…what will our next adventure hold? Well you little anxious reader you. Stay on the edge of your seat…because the next Where-To-Wednesday is coming soon! Planned by our newbie Leala, we couldn’t be more excited to celebrate our 13^th adventure! Are you still on the edge of your seat? Getting antsy? No worries…we’ve got you covered. Check out some of our past adventures while you wait. As always…join us, and “tweet” us, and “like” us – OH MY!

Brussels Sprout Chips

DiStefano Burrata

Twice Baked Dungeness Crab Souffle

Warm Marinated Mussel & Monterey Calamari Toasts

Marlowe Burger

Grilled Niman Pork Chop

Steak Tartare

Seared Hawaiian Tombo Tuna

Smoky Cauliflower Gratin

Anson Mills Polenta

Brown Butter Brussles Sprouts

Poulet Vert

Tuna Conserva & Proscuitto di Parma

TCHO Chocolate Cream Pie

Strawberry & Rhubarb Crisp

Vanilla Bean Panna Cotta Affogato

Specials Menu - hanging in the restaurant (hey, everyone makes mistakes)