Thursday, April 25, 2013

Scarpetta - New York, NY

Editor's Note: Sorry it has taken so long to update this blog (2 years!) I had some enjoyable dining experiences last Summer. Here they come.

As a foodie, I have watched my fair share of cooking shows on TV. Chopped is always a fun diversion as you think, "What would I do with that mystery basket?" One of the reoccurring judges in Scott Conant. I was privileged to eat there in August 2012. I have had your typical "Italian" food at Olive Garden, Macaroni Grill, etc. This was my first time enjoying "Fine-Dining-Italian." Having browsed through the menu before arriving, I knew I would be trying the Tasting Menu.

Bread Selection with Olive Oil, Eggplant Puree, and Mascarpone Butter
Duo of Yellowtail and Tuna "Susci"
Braised Short Ribs of Beef
Bramata Polenta With A Fricassee of Truffled Mushrooms
Mozzarella in Carrozza
Rabbit Agnolotti
Spaghetti Tomato Basil (Best spaghetti ever!) 
The pasta came al dente and had a little bite to it. With their own tomato sauce and fresh basil... this spaghetti was PHENOMENAL

Black Cod, Caramelized Fennel & Concentrated Tomatoes 
Panna Cotta with Guava, Coconut Sorbet and Pineapple