Alex Eats World

New York lost part of its soul a few months ago when Chanterelle all of a sudden shuttered its doors for good after 30 years of being one of the most enchanting restaurants in NYC.  My only brush with it had been at a Taste of Tribeca event where they were serving chicken.  Yes, chicken.  I never even dreamed that chicken could taste so divine and I never got a chance to eat at the restaurant.

Then, my friend shot me an urgent text message one night, “Chanterelle at James Beard House!” and I more urgently shot back “um yes!”  The James Beard Foundation had brought back Chanterelle for one night for one last encore.  For $150/person including tax/tip and including a glass of wine for EVERY dish, we indulged in every single item below

Appetizers:
Chanterelle Mushroom and Truffles Croquettes
Beet Shots
Fried Oysters
Prosuitto wrapped Figs

Mains:
Ginger Pickled Salmon with Seaweed Salad and Wasabi
Grilled Seafood Sausage
Butternut Squash Ravioli with Oxtail Ragout and Sage Cream
Marinated Roasted Loin of Lamb with Marjoram and Mini Moussata

Dessert:
Bartlett Pears served Two Ways
Assorted Chocolates and Cookies

Karen and David hinted at opening a new restaurant sometime in the future, and until they do, this was definitely a once in a lifetime experience.