Sunday, May 20, 2007
Brendon Cox, Circle Bistro, Washington D.C.
Fees: $75 per person, excluding tax, tip & beverages

At the Bistro Brendan has fashioned a menu of refined Modern American cuisine where, "We look to Italy in the Spring and Summer, France in the Fall and Winter, while remaining firmly ensconced in America." Brendan pursues his passion for delivering honest, fresh, and uncomplicated food to his guests. A premium is placed on fostering relationships with local farmers whenever possible.

In 2006, Circle Bistro was nominated as Informal Dining Restaurant of the Year by the RAMW and Brendan nominated as Rising Star of the Year.

Passed Canapes
Long Island Duck Terrine, Pickled Spring Onion
Tartare of Pennsylvania Lamb, Raz-al-Hanout
Crispy Rockshrimp Cannelonni
Chilled Asparagus Soup, Chive Blossoms

Crudo
Chesapeake Rockfish,
Fennel Pollen, Falconero Olive Oil

Pasta
Ravioli of English Peas,
Maine Lobster, Shaved Porcini

Fish
Wild Alaskan Halibut,
Spring Onion Soubise, Morels, Steve’s Asparagus

Meat
Roasted Duck, Hudson Valley Foie Gras,
Rhubarb Mostarda, Savory “Crisp”

Dessert
Upside Down Black Plum Cake, Plum Confiture,
Tahitian Vanilla Ice Cream