As inspired by Ed Levine at Serious Eats
1) The tasting menu at Cibreo, Florence
The deconstructed Ribolita and the tomato aspic were the meal’s highlight.
2)The Gelato (Fresh Cream and the Candied Fruit) at Grom in Florence, Italy
3)The number 13 La Cazuela (Bowl of hot cheese and chopped tomatoes) at Superica, Santa Barbara
4) Bistecca Fiorentina on the grill at my chef friend’s house in Panicale, Italy
5) The Funghi Misti Pizza at Mozza, LA
6) A bowl of fresh ricotta covered in honey at Osteria Aquacheta Montepulciano, Italy
7)The squash and pecorino Fresca dish at Ostera Aquacheta in Montepulciano, Italy (see earlier post “An Obsession is Born”)
8) The Chocolate Croissant at Tartin, SF
9) The Salt Cod breakfast dish at the Hungry Cat, Hollywood
10) A handpicked cheese selection including air-dried Fici Figs by Chester at Joan’s on Third, Los Angeles