January 16, 2015
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Veal cheek - 3 J's comment > insanely tender and flavorful veal cheeks, the perfect marbling; mushrooms a lovely addition to the dish for additional texture |
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Pork tenderloin - 2 J's comment > lovely jus, pork cooked well, but this was a lean cut and you know me w lean meats... I like marbly cuts, hence the bias here. |
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Chorizo crisp in chorizo squash soup - 2 J's comment > very thin and crisp chorizo, most interesting texture; soup was slightly thick and moussy but w also strong notes of chorizo |
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Amuse bouche #2: Jamon serrano - 2 J's comment > well chosen, all lean with not stringy fat pieces, very tender and not chewy at all |
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Churro w chocolate - 2 J's comment > churro slightly doughy, not even the copious amt of molten chocolate could save it unfortunately :( |
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Palate cleanser - 2 J's comment > very chalky, not sure what the pink bits were, but it was too much |
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Riondo Prosecco - 3 J's comment > best prosecco I've had to date; perfect balance of bubbly and not too sweet; reminiscent of the Indigo Wind (a sparkling sake actually) |
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White wine sangria - 2+ J's comment > best sangria I've ever had; excellent balance of fruits and wine |
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Bitter Sweet Symphony: Angostura & cherry bitters burnt into a brandy glass, w cinnamon ice and honey - 2 J's comment > not bad; not too bitter actually, delicate notes of honey |
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House made cocktail - 2 J's comment > an 'avg' cocktail, nothing memorable about this one |
List of other countries that Secret Location will be featuring to the end of March
Extra Comment
Secret Location is running a 'Dining Journey' from January 5th to March 21st, showcasing/featuring Spain, Italy, France, Asia, Persia, and South America cuisines (each cuisine taking center stage for two weeks). 10 courses for $95 per person, including paired drinks. FYI, the last two drinks on this post were not included in the $95. More info @ www.secretlocation.ca/journey
Previous Posts
Nov 20, 2014 (desserts)
Sep 17, 2014 (desserts)
Aug 24, 2014 (brunch)
Apr 5, 2014 (desserts)
Feb 11, 2014 (Tasting Menu)
Feb 6, 2014 (Tasting Menu)
Nov 22, 2013 (desserts)
Apr 2, 2013 (meal)
Sep 17, 2014 (desserts)
Aug 24, 2014 (brunch)
Apr 5, 2014 (desserts)
Feb 11, 2014 (Tasting Menu)
Feb 6, 2014 (Tasting Menu)
Nov 22, 2013 (desserts)
Apr 2, 2013 (meal)
Labels: gastown, event, moderniste cuisine, tapas
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