Baked Alaska at the Oceanaire
I’ve decided to start a series called Tiny Urban Tidbits where I share with you some insights, “tidbits”, or just random encounters from the week. I carry my camera with me everywhere I go, and I love capturing photos of interesting things that I discover. These may include new dishes from a restaurant that I’ve already reviewed, updates on what’s going on locally, or encounters I’ve had in the kitchen. It could even include a beautiful sunset, a funny sign, or just stuff I find amusing. Think of it as snapshots (literally!) of my weekly experiences with food – intertwined with stories, of course.
A beautiful dessert that resulted from a dramatic presentation (see above) at The Oceanaire.
Will Gilson changes his menu at The Garden At the Cellar frequently. We go here all the time because it takes us less than 3 minutes to walk to his restaurant. Here is his recent creative interpretation of the very traditional French salad, Salade Nicoise.
Muqueca in Cambridge (another one of my favorite restaurants) recently moved to a bigger space right down the street. They now serve alcohol and have a slightly expanded menu. The ambiance is still charming (although not quite as intimate as the old space) and there is a lot more seating. The service is still a bit slow, but the food is just as fantastic. Prices have gone up a bit, probably to account for the new space and the liquor license.
I learned that tea eggs and Japanese egg molds don’t work that well together . . .
Had a refreshing fruit that reminds me of my childhood. Anyone know what fruit this is?
Have a wonderful weekend! Look forward to another Giveaway next week!
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Wow, that baked Alaska is impressive! My husband and I are big fans of the Oceanaire… especially the shellfish platter. We might need to order dessert the next time we go!
Those action shots of the baked Alaska are just beautiful!
Ahhh!! That’s the Korean melon I used to eat all the time when growing up!!
Hi! I think the fruit is the Korean melon. I tasted it when I was in Korea last year.
http://sleepwalkingintokyo.wordpress.com/2009/10/09/korean-melon-%EC%B0%B8%EC%99%B8/
I’ve made baked alaska before but it’s not nearly as cool!
It is a korean melon.
I ‘ve never eaten baked alaska before..how is it taste like?
carine – the inside is a layer of cake and a few layers of ice cream. On the outside, it sort of tastes like toasted marshmallows. It’s very good, and I’d highly recommend trying it here, if nothing else, for the awesome presentation!
I’ve never tried a Baked Alaska. This one looks amazing!! Great photos.
I like that you experimented with the tea eggs and Japanese egg mold. It sounded like a great idea!
That baked alaska is so dramatic looking! I’ve only enjoyed that dessert once in my life. And it was quite memorable, even if it wasn’t nearly as spectacular as the one you had. 😉
this is sooo fun! love your blog!
from a fellow cantabridgian with a tiny urban kitchen