On July 9, 2014 we presented our Tasting Plates Central Richmond event that showcased 6 restaurants throughout the area from Bridgeport to Westminster Highway bordering No 3 Road area.
Chefs at the American Grille
Chefs team at CAVU Kitchen Bar
Allister Cave ( F & B Manager) & Executive Chef Robert Uy at The Apron
Serveing Wine Caesars at CAVU Kitchen Bar
Chef plating at Thai House
Baristas at Fresh Press Coffee
Coffee Pour at Fresh Press Coffee
It was a beautiful evening in sunny Richmond, attendees had a chance to explore the area, enjoy eats and drinks on patios and inside the restaurants throughout the night. They had a chance to meet many of the chefs, baristas and servers as they showcased the best of what they do in Richmond.
Harold’s Bistro & Bar
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Our Tasting Plate included:
1) Five-spice rubbed tuna tataki with papaya relish
2) Pulled pork sliders
3) Italian meat ball topped with Asiago
And Paired with
Our Tasting Cup included:
4) Somersby Cider
The American Grille
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Our Tasting Plate included:
1) House cured gravlax of salmon
2) Poached Anjou pear on a Stilton crumble savory tart
3) Roasted BC halibut, spaetzle, corn succotash and green pea puree
And Paired with
Our Tasting Cup included:
4) Peach Breeze
CAVU Kitchen Bar
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Palate cleanser of Sour Cream Panna Cotta with local blueberries to begin
Our Tasting Plate included:
1) Chicken & Chorizo with malagueta, country relish, yucca, honey glaze
2) Pineapple Upside Down Cake, coconut & mango gels, dulce du leche, crispy pearls, fruit leather
And Paired with
Our Tasting Cups included:
3) Stone Road Chardonnay Blend and Meritage Blend, wine Caesars
Fresh Press Coffee
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Our Tasting Cups included:
1) Affogato
2) London fog
3) Pour over coffee
Our Tasting Plate included:
1) Almond Croissant
The Apron
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Our Tasting Plate included:
1) Tamarind seared scallop, honeydew & calamansi gazpacho (cold)
2) Sous vide pork belly, parsnip, white chocolate, cider jus (hot)
Thai House
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Our Tasting Plate included:
1) Chicken Satay
2) Shrimp Cake
3) Beef Lettuces Wrap
Guests had a wonderful time experiencing many unique and tasty and drinks throughout the evening.
Photos taken by Richard Wolak and Dianne Chow (see more of Dianne’s photos here). See more photos from Kelly Marion here.
By: Richard Wolak