Author: _Sricharan

I had heard that Chef Kris Barnholden was a dab hand in the kitchen. That he had cooked with a great chef in NYC whose philosophy was to create dishes that used ingredients that had the least "intervention" as possible - local and fresh. And...a huge selection of organic and biodynamic wines. I was not disappointed. Reviews said it was small so I pictured crowded and loud. Not the case! Yes there were only 20 tables, but you weren't sitting on top of the next diners. There's a bar to pull up a stool to as well. And both Chef Kris and his Sommelier co-owner Eryn Dorman make everyone feel noticed and at home. Small plates are exquisite for the palate. I ordered the squab because I had never had the nerve to try it. The small morsels of the rich meaty tasting delicacy were surprisingly delicious especially with the dabs of colourful sauces to try with each bite. The turnips dish lulled me into a veggie heaven and finally I couldn't resist the beef with a perfect serving of one super-fresh scallop. Again taste, restraint on the diners part and wine pairing brought deep dining happiness. Eryn was so eloquent about the wine and both individuals take the time to walk the diner through the menu to give a thorough understanding of what they are trying to achieve with that night's menu. Cocktails like the Fir Fizz were similarly interesting.