crème fraîche

A bright pink, pan-seared salmon fillet sits at the center of the white plate, topped with a dollop of creamy, pale green caper-dill crème fraîche. Surrounding the fillet is a vibrant circle of green haricots verts, speckled with finely diced red tomatoes. A sprig of fresh dill rests on top as an elegant garnish.

Pan-seared Salmon with Caper-Dill Crème Fraîche and Haricots Verts

Main Course - French - September 14, 2023
Two lightly golden pancakes stacked slightly askew show spirals of green zucchini tucked within. A vibrant red dollop of strawberry compote sits atop, trickling down the sides, mingling with dollops of creamy white. A fresh strawberry slice rests on the cream, while the plate features scattered mint leaves and edible flowers in beautiful pops of color against a crisp white plate.

Zucchini Pancakes with Strawberry Compote

Brunch - American - July 27, 2024
A beautiful rustic plate, adorned with a golden, variegated hash of charred cauliflower florets, crispy chorizo pieces, and vivid bell pepper strips. A soft poached egg, with its molten yolk just ready to flow, crowns the heap. Fresh cilantro sprigs create contrasting green highlights, while a swirl of tangy crème fraîche adds a creamy, white spiral. Lime wedges invite a citrusy splash.

Mexican-Style Cauliflower and Chorizo Hash

Breakfast - Mexican - June 12, 2025
From above, two dark golden folded galettes sit on wide white plates, one corner open to reveal creamy leeks, browned mushrooms, and halved jammy eggs. A vivid cilantro salad with shaved radish and lemon glistens on top, finished with cracked pepper, flaky salt, and a drizzle of herb oil.

Buckwheat Galettes with Leeks, Mushrooms, Jammy Eggs & Cilantro Salad

Brunch - French - March 14, 2026
From above, a shallow platter of golden chicken nestled among halved baby potatoes, pale green leeks, and soft fennel in a glossy ivory sauce, finished with feathery dill, lemon zest, cracked pepper, and a drizzle of olive oil.

Slow Cooker Chicken with Fennel, Leeks, New Potatoes & Dill

Main Course - French - March 16, 2026
From above, two folded golden crêpes sit slightly overlapping on each plate, freckled with green chives and filled with glossy leeks and bright peas. A swoosh of whipped goat cheese peeks out at the edges, finished with a lemony salad of herbs, microgreens, and edible flowers for a fresh pastel, bistro-chic look.

Savory Chive Crêpes with Leeks, Peas & Whipped Goat Cheese

Brunch - French - March 21, 2026
From above, two shallow plates each hold a glossy blush-pink swoosh of rhubarb compote topped with a quenelle of ivory crème fraîche chantilly, leaned against a golden almond sablé. Finishing touches of chopped pistachio, tiny mint leaves, and a few edible petals create a refined pastel, springtime composition.

Rhubarb Rose Compote with Almond Sablé and Crème Fraîche Chantilly

Dessert - French - March 31, 2026
From above, four golden rösti rounds sit on white plates, each crowned with glossy pale-green leeks, soft yellow eggs, coral ribbons of smoked trout, tiny pink radish slices, feathery dill, chive batons, and delicate dots of crème fraîche with a lemony sheen.

Crispy Rösti with Creamy Leeks, Soft Eggs & Smoked Trout

Brunch - American - April 11, 2026