my favorite flavor is yummy
while i was in LA for the thanksgiving holiday, i visited michael mina's XIV, a fairly new spot on sunset boulevard. the space was design by philippe starck, but it lacks the normal starck tradmarks - no lucite chairs, oversized opaque chandeliers, a combination of black, white, and red. rather, the interiors felt like a lush library or traditional north east living room. unfortunately, i didn't get a single decent picture of the interiors, but the 8-course tasting menu was delicious.
ahi tuna tartare; ancho chile, pears, mint, pine nuts, sesame oil
ruby red cocktail | sea scallops tempura; cauliflower, passion fruit, edamame, almonds
crispy branzino; shrimp, mussels, pearl onions
tai snapper; tapioca-crusted, broccoli rabe, white soy vinaigrette
kobe burger; french fries, farmhouse cheddar, "special sauce"
xiv cheese selection with pomegranate garnish
nutella custard; popcorn ice cream, toast streusel, passion fruit