The trio arrived at the table, and what a surprise. The first oozing fiery sensuality, the second neatly attired, and the third coyly perched off to the side, its leg jutting out, hinting at its delciousness. Girls night out speed dating? A Match dot com success?
No! Even better!! It was dinner out at Atlas Global Bistro in Detroit. I will forever regret not photographing our entrees as they arrived at the table. Their magnificence is unparalleled in my recent dining career. (see below my dining disappointment at Coach Insignia)
The first dilemma of the evening presented when I perused the wine list. I am always in a connundrum here, but eventually settling on a Snoqualmie chardonnay. I think I just liked the name Snoqualmie, LOL. Despite my haphazard way of selecting, it was quite tasty and complimented my meal nicely.
I became completely stymied when I read the menu. For a foodie like myself, how on earth was I to choose. I suppose if I was already into my month-long vegan commitment it might have been easier, but this was just a panoply of mouth-watering choices!
I certainly couldn't pass up the Roasted Beets and Goat Cheese salad, with baby greens, spinach, garlic croute, herbed goat cheese, spiced walnuts and saffron vinaigrette
All of the entrees tormented me with their luscious words. I relented and called for our waiter's assistance. He urged the Five Spice Escolar, and I happily acquiesced to his suggestion. How could I not when it is described as follows: Pan Roasted. Orange Ginger Sauce. Red Pepper. Leeks. Bok Choy. Sesame Seeds.
Mike chose the Pancetta Wrapped Korabuta Pork Tenderloin: Butter Poached Fingerling Potatoes. Brussels Sprouts. Bosch Pear. Granny Smith Apple. Fig. Michigan Cherries. Spiced Brandy Buerre Fondue.
Sue decided on the Cardamom Dusted Veal Chop: Bone-in Chop. Spiced Glace. Sweet Potato. Parsnip. Rapini. Citrus Garlic Butter.
As mentioned above, when they arrived at the table, they were pictures of perfection, pure artistry on a plate!
As soon as the fork hit my mouth, it was divine. Normally not one for sharing, it was so outstanding, I had to have Mike and Sue taste the savory goodness. We all began spooning off pieces of our entrees for the others to try, each exhaling with satisfaction, our collective taste buds alive with delight.
When it was over, there was no longing for more; it was satiety at its best. It's a shame no one ordered dessert, if only to appreciate this chef's talent.
I now have a reason to go back and visit the city of Detroit!
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