got a chance to try chef stephen rogers new restaurant before the grand opening next week and it did not disappoint. even at a soft opening event, everything was excellent. for those who don't know, stephen was executive chef at press in napa valley. his wife allison runs the front of the house. and sabrina (formerly with spoon) is the sommelier. what a team!
the food was wonderful. our table tried just about everything, but the highlights included appetizers of sweet breads on barley "fried rice", bok choy salad, and an arctic char tartar. oh yea, and try the house made breads and biscuits - fantastic. entrees included a wonderful steak with chimichuri sauce, and the best duck confit i've had in a long time. dessert did not disappoint with excellent assortment of house made ice creams, crepes and a chocolate cake that was off the chart. sabrina paired several wines with our meal and all were excellent, affordable and very different in style and taste. this new restaurant will be a big hit - - a "must go" for foodies. and the creative cocktails at the bar are a treat if you have to wait for a table!!