But when it all started was a serendipitous (i lied... it was pre-mediatated) trip to Fat Duck (http://www.thefatduck.co.uk/) in 2011. Some friends of mine though tit was time to lead me through the "baptism of fire" and it sure did burn a huge hole in my pocket. But it did more than that, my first ever fine culinary exposure was born that day... also my first Michelin Star restaurant and a 3 start at it.
I must say i was blown away by the service and the thought and finesse in each and every dish that was served.
It was a pity I didn't get the chance to probably blog it while my memory was still fresh. But i can tell you this... having treated to a dinner where the chef challenges your taste buds while at the same time tantalizing all your sense. Honestly, how many places will invoke the imagery of the sea through the use of an ipod mini, as you savour cured fish slices on a beautifully decorated plate that resembles the sand on the beach with foam that is left behind as the waves recede.
The dinner went beyond just sweet, sour, bitter & salty, the fifth taste also came into play - Umami.
What I came to realized as well as that a dining experience goes way beyond the art, the Tudor house and the amazing service crew made the experience unforgettable. I mean, how often do you go to a restaurant even a fine dining (prior to Fat Duck I have tried Aria & Rockpool (2005) in Sydney, Australia), that the service crew actually was so attentive that when they cleared our dirty utensils and only to replace with fresh ones, he set it up in a different manner for the left handed. Such small details were the extreme that Fat duck Service staff noticed and catered to much to our surprise. Fat Duck was an really an experience.
In the subsequent blogs, I will periodically blog in past meals as well as the recent ones. Do share with me your food exploits around the world.
Thank you once again for reading this blog and allowing me to share my escapades.
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