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A beautifully plated dish featuring a toasted English muffin, topped with crispy soft shell crab and a perfectly poached egg drizzled with hollandaise sauce, served with a side of sautéed asparagus and cherry tomatoes.

Soft Shell Crab Benedict

Brunch - American - March 25, 2023
The finished dish should be visually stunning and sophisticated. The grilled steak and lobster tails should be artfully arranged on a large platter, glistening in the sunlight. On the side are charred asparagus and a colorful tomato salad.

Steak and Lobster Surf n' Turf

Main Course - American - June 17, 2023
A golden roasted eggplant half topped with a generous spoonful of romesco sauce, garnished with toasted almonds and fresh parsley.

Roasted Eggplant with Romesco Sauce

Main Course - Spanish - June 27, 2023
Imagine emerald cabbage parcels resting on a pearly plate. Within each leafy pocket, a vibrant seafood stew peeks out, a medley of shrimp, clams and scallops, generously punctuated with bright red cherry tomatoes and slices of zesty lemon. Fresh herbs and spices sprinkle over the dish like the very first snowfall of the season.

Tuscan Seafood Cabbage Parcel

Main Course - Italian - November 28, 2023
A toasty tortilla lays at the base, generously topped with a blanket of diced avocado and chili-lime trout flakes. Crowning this mountain is a bright, sunny-side-up egg, with runny yolk ready to flow at the first bite. It's cheerfully garnished with the ruby-red tomato-chili salsa and a sprig of fresh cilantro.

Cold Weather Trout Huevos Rancheros

Breakfast - Mexican - December 25, 2023
From above the dish presents a trio of buckwheat pancakes topped with glistening poached eggs. The egg yolks, when pierced, spill onto the pancakes mixing with the vibrant green flecks of the zesty hollandaise. The picture-perfect brunch is completed with a sprinkle of bright chive greens and a side of roasted tomatoes.

Buckwheat Pancakes with Poached Eggs and Chive Hollandaise

Brunch - American - January 06, 2024
A sunny, seared trout fillet sits at the heart of the porcelain round plate. A jewel-colored tumble of fresh tomatoes and zesty citrus salsa creates a vibrant color palette around it. A scattering of chopped herbs adds the finishing touch to this bright, appetizing dish.

Andalusian Citrus Trout

Main Course - Spanish - May 08, 2024
A layered blend of rich orange and deep red in a tall, frosted glass. Topped with a sprig of fresh cilantro and thin strips of deseeded cucumber peel spiralling inside. Garnished with a skewer of cherry tomato, olive, and an orange wedge impaled through it, flawlessly matching the colourful straw.

Alegre Papas Gazpacho Smoothie

Smoothie - Spanish - July 28, 2024
A beautiful sight: succulent, bright green, grilled leeks filled with creamy, white feta, arranged in a sunburst pattern on a rustic swath of toasted farro. The finishing touch is a dazzling salsa made of ruby red cherry tomatoes, dotted with emerald-green, freshly chopped herbs.

August Reverie: Feta-stuffed Leeks with Roasted Tomato Salsa

Side Dish - Mediterranean - August 16, 2024
A tall, clear glass filled with an orange-tinted cocktail. A celery stalk and a skewer with a fresh oyster and cherry tomato shine against the backdrop of the vibrant cocktail. Garnished with a cinnamon stick and fresh sage leaf, providing a pop of contrast.

Oyster and Apple Cider Bloody Mary

Cocktail - American - October 31, 2024
A stoneware skillet holds a vibrant, steaming mixture. The bronzed eggs nestled amongst a sea of emerald endives and crimson tomatoes, bordered by pops of bright orange citrus. Bits of feta crumbled generously over it, finishing with a sprinkle of herbs. The palette is visually stimulating, befitting for a trendy culinaire's Instagram feed.

Endive & Feta Shakshuka with Winter Citrus

Brunch - Greek - February 15, 2025
This enticing bowl is an explosion of vibrant colors. At the center, grilled shrimp speckled with a blend of spices sit atop a lush green bed of crisp lettuce. Surrounding this centerpiece are generous heaps of diced avocado, sliced radishes, and cherry tomatoes. Green cilantro, red jalapeno slices and a drizzle of the creamy lime dressing add a dazzling pop of colors. Each component is purposefully placed yet beautifully chaotic, evoking a visual symphony of the Mexican culinary landscape without appearing staged or contrived.

The Mexi-Keto Bowl

Main Course - Mexican Fusion - March 10, 2025
A ceramic bowl filled to the brim with radiantly colorful layers of quinoa, cherry tomatoes, diced avocado, shredded beetroot, boiled chickpeas, and grilled chicken. The bowl is garnished with a flourish of microgreens and finished with a drizzle of tangy vinaigrette, adding a beautiful shine.

Rainbow Buddha Bowl

Main Course - Fusion - April 07, 2025
The plate sets a Mediterranean vibe with colorful cherry tomatoes, little islands of feta cheese beneath a swirl of olive oil glaze. Steamed chicken and cauliflower 'risotto' make a creamy backdrop, topped with a sprig of fresh mint, creating an irresistible, bright, and fresh appetizing vista.

Greek-inspired Chicken Cauliflower 'Risotto'

Main Course - Greek Fusion - May 13, 2025
A generously portioned tilapia fillet occupies the center of the plate, seared to a golden-brown perfection. The fish glisten with juiciness, flaky and tender. Nestled on one side is the luscious onion relish, its caramel hues echoing the golden fillet, with vibrant cherry tomato halves dotting the scene. A sprinkling of chopped fresh herbs over everything adds a fresh pop of green.

Pan-Seared Tilapia with Brazilian Onion Relish

Main Course - Brazilian - May 15, 2025