Tag: 2 Michelin Stars
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Melisse
Our next dining adventure took place during my wife’s and my anniversary trip from San Francisco to San Diego. In Santa Monica, Mélisse offers a two–Michelin-star menu focused on French cuisine. When we arrived, the host greeted us warmly and seated us in an intimate room with no more than five tables. The open kitchen…
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Minibar
With only 10 seats, Minibar certainly lives up to its name in appearance and ambiance; however, the flavor of the dishes is quite the opposite. They pack a ton of flavor into one bite and showcase a myriad of different cooking techniques. My wife and I found the evening to be a great experience, and…
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Pineapple and Pearls
You’re invited! Pineapple and Pearls feels like a party as you walk through its doors. We were first welcomed with a cocktail made with absinthe, apricot liqueur, and topped with champagne. We then walked to our seats and were greeted with balloons on the ceiling, waitstaff in velvet tuxedos, and bright colors everywhere. It was…
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Aquavit
New York City boasts 71 Michelin Star restaurants, so when my wife and I traveled there for a wedding, it was tough to pick which one to go to for a nice night out. After scouring the list of restaurants, we came across Aquavit, a Scandinavian restaurant serving seasonal Nordic dishes. It sounded delicious so…
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Jônt
On 14th St, just steps away from U St, you probably won’t see Jônt right away. Its unassuming sign will not jump out at you, but when you step inside and go through the nearly 30 dishes on the tasting menu, it becomes apparent that this is a one-of-a-kind experience in the heart of DC.…
