Natural 1/2 rack lamb – ANZU

Posted on July 30, 2011 by vicentesf

Grilled lamb served with Zinfandel essence and wasabi mustard sauces, truffle scalloped potatoes, and a mushroom custard topped with sauteed carrots and zucchini.

ANZU, San Francisco

I ordered the lamb cooked medium, and I must say that they did a wonderful job! It had a great crust on the outside and was nice and tender on the inside, just how a lamb rack should be. It had a wonderful flavor and paired well with the Zinfandel and wasabi sauces. I must note that the scalloped potatoes had an overwhelming truffle aroma and taste. A little truffle oil goes a long way – remember that when cooking with it at home! The mushroom custard was a nice surprise accompaniment since it wasn’t on the menu.

Signature cocktails – ANZU

Posted on July 29, 2011 by vicentesf

Sweet Heat – Don Julio Silve Tequila, Grand Marnier, Nevan Liquer, agave nectar, kiwi, jalapeno, fresh lime juice.

Bulleit Manhattan – Bulleit Bourbon, sweet vermouth, dash of bitters and amarena cherries.

Nikko Royal – Crown Royal Black, Luzardo Maraschino Liquer, Harlem, bitters and amarena cherries.
ANZU, San Francisco

Juicy Lucy butter burger – Maverick

Posted on July 27, 2011 by vicentesf

Made with 70% Meyer Ranch beef chuck which is cured for 24 hours and 30% butter with a slice of smoked gouda in the middle of the patty. The patties are individually vacuum sealed and sous vide’d with another stick of butter then seared in a buttered cast-iron skillet and topped with a slow-cooked egg yolk, sauce gribiche, and watercress. Served with sliced cornichons and French fries.

Maverick, San Francisco

Charcuterie board & Truffle fries – B Restaurant & Bar

Posted on July 27, 2011 by vicentesf

La Quercia prosciutto, pate, cornichons, olives, and grilled baguette. Truffle fries with sea salt and herbs.
B Restaurant & Bar, San Francisco

Assorted donuts – Rolling Pin Donuts

Posted on July 27, 2011 by vicentesf

Fresh baked donuts – French crullers, chocolate bar, old fashions, bismarks, maple.
Rolling Pin Donuts, San Bruno CA

I’m in love with their French crullers, especially the chocolate glazed ones. They are so light and airy, and the soft, custardy dough is absolutely divine.