Friday, July 20, 2007
Todd Gray, Equinox, Washington D.C.
Fees: $75 per person, excluding tax, tip & beverages

ISince opening Equinox in 1999 to universal acclaim, Todd Gray has emerged as one of the surest culinary talents in the nation's capital, as well as a tireless champion of sustainable farming and fishing practices, and a passionate promoter of local, mid-Atlantic foods. Gray practices what he preaches every day, and Equinox is widely acclaimed as an oasis of sophisticated yet unpretentious seasonal cuisine.

PASTA COURSE
Silky Egg Tagliolini with Maryland Soft Shell Crab
Fondued Tomato, Pea Shoots and Mint Foam

FISH COURSE
Copper River Salmon in Brioche Crust
Sweet Pea Puree, Golden Chanterelles and Virginia Ham

MEAT COURSE
Sous Vide Duck with Star Anise and Silver Thyme
Path Valley Sour Cherries, Artisan Foie Gras
and Spinach Tartlet

SWEET COURSE
Trio of Northern Neck Peaches
Cinnamon Croustade, Granola Crisp and “Bellini” Sorbet