Twisted Fork is hands down one of my new favorite restaurants. It takes a bit of luck to get a seat--tried going to Brunch before and the place was packed (which would be ok--if there was other alternative restaurants in the area--but not so much). Last weekend--Adam and I couldn't get into Cineplex, so we decided to get Dinner on Granville Street without a restaurant in mind.
When I saw that Twisted Fork was basically empty--I jumped on the opportunity to finally try it out. Adam liked the ambiance--relaxed and welcoming and I liked the efficient Service.
Scallops and Bacon - Pan seared scallops marinated in thyme and chipotle oil served with caramelized onion, potato puree, double smoked bacon and house chutney - Delicious! The Scallops were fresh and sweet, the potatoes were the kind you fight to sit next
to at the Dinner table and the Bacon complimented the dish overall
Halibut Cakes - Nothing special. I couldn't actually taste the Halibut. Should just be called Herbs Cakes formed with flakes of Halibut
Fresh Mussels - One pound, with cream, herbs and fresh tomatoes, served with frites - Again, nothing special. The Mussel were fresh and plump but the sauce was bland and lacked character. Sauce tasted like just salt and cream
Chocolate Terrine - Frozen dark chocolate mousse layered with raspberry sorbet,
with biscotti crumbs and raspberry coulis - Sensational! Though there were only two spoonfuls for dessert-- it was all I needed. This is a lovely and rich dish. The velvet textured Mousse paired well with the not too sweet Sorbet. Perfect way to end the meal.Though I wasn't too impressed with 2:4 dishes of our dinner--there are a lot of things on the menu that I am still curious to taste. Who knows if this was just a bad night to order Halibut Cakes and Mussels but considering the bill we got at the end of the meal--I can afford to come back and try everything.
Want to make Mussels at home?
Mussel Night
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