Every once in a while, a good restaurant comes along. A place where as soon as you walk in, you feel welcomed and excited. Immediately you are greeted, and the whole evening just seems to flow. You can get lost in the food and have a three hour dinner without knowing or caring how long you have been there. Your cell phone doesn't matter, nor does time. The feeling of all of the patrons is electric, because my friends, you are having a food experience, not just a meal.
Broadway by Amar Santana, located in gorgeous Laguna Beach, California is THE place to go for an amazing food experience. From start to finish, the dinner was amazing. For the best experience, make a reservation at the chef's table. A bar that seats six allows the lucky few whom are able to sit there to enjoy dinner and a show. The open kitchen enables you a great view on the magic that happens behind the counter top.
The chefs work together precisely to create inspired dishes that even my trained palate was surprised by what happened. The service staff is extremely knowledgable. The sommelier is on point with his pairings. Though some were unexpected, I like to be challenged.
We opted for the Chef's Tasting, traditionally a five course option based on your personal likes and Chef's suggestions. My friend Sam is behind the Chef's counter table, so we ended up with some special dishes but, even without him, you can't lose, and if you see him there say "Hi" for me. This was our food adventure...
ROASTED AND PICKLED BEET SALAD
creamy burrata, raspberry vinaigrette, puffed black rice, nasturtium
JAPANESE HAMACHI
citrus - miso dressing, avocado sorbet, wasabi tobiko, tempura flakes
TOASTED BARLEY RISOTTO
slow poached egg, seasonal herbs, shaved reggiano parmigiano, wild, wild mushrooms
SAM'S SWEETBREADS
pea purée, fava beans (sorry this is an off the menu item but WOW it was so good!)
VADOUVAN SPICED LAMB LOIN
braised bean ragout, grilled merguez, mint yogurt emulsion
BOURBON VANILLA BEAN PANACOTTA
strawberry sorbet, cocoa nib meringue, taragon
CARAMEL CHOCOLATE GANACHE TART
cinnamon whipped cream, vanilla maldon salt, chipotle chocolate ice cream
For more information on this culinary masterpiece visit:BroadwayByAmarSantana.com
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