Tala

Taste

No breakdown of price on this one…shoutout to my parents 😮 Everything that we ordered was absolutely phenomenal. All of the flavors were rich, and the ingredients were of top-notch quality. To start, we started off with the tuna crudo tostada, preserved lemon cauliflower, and truffle fries. The tostada was avocado mousse, habanero oil, sesame oil, scallion, topped with raw ahi tuna. The complexity of the ingredients made the taste of the fish shine. It was so fresh and delicate. Every bite was so refreshing. The cauliflower had Fresno pepper, preserved lemon tahini, and macadamia nuts. The acidity of the lemon, coupled with the toastiness of pepper, provoked warm feelings. The crunch of the macadamia added a pleasant texture that tied the dish together. Truffle fries are always a staple. The fry on the potato was perfectly crispy without feeling too oily. Our entrees consisted of the Halibut scottato and Allen Brothers prime beef medallion. The halibut was pan-seared with roasted red peppers, tomato sauce, garlic, and roasted broccolini. I never would have thought to pair tomato sauce with fish. The flavors were well balanced and complementary. The port wine reduction of the beef medallion added a subtle sweetness to the meat. The cook on the beef was tender and melted in your mouth while the mash potato was smooth and creamy. This was definitely my favorite bite of the night. To round it all out, we ordered key lime pie and a new york-style cheesecake. The key lime pie was the perfect amount of tart. It was so refreshing and light. The new york-style cheesecake was airy, and the purée on top was delicious. The ratio was exceptional.