Top Scallop

the tablehopper | 10:25 am | March 10, 2009 | Foodie 411, Hayes Valley

Absinthe Brasserie & Bar | credit 2006frankenyimages.com

Absinthe Brasserie & Bar executive chef and Top Chef contender Jamie Lauren is offering a special scallop tasting menu in honor of her “Top Scallop” title. The four-course menu includes a bay scallop crudo; scallop and clam chowder; Hokkaido grilled scallop with puree of sunchoke, slow-cooked artichokes, Meyer lemon, and erbette chard; and seared dayboat scallops with creamed green garlic, asparagus, fava beans, and nigella. $75 per person, excludes beverages, tax, or gratuity. The menu will be offered during regular dinner service starting at 5:30pm, from March 18th–20th.

• 398 Hayes St. at Gough, 415-551-1590.

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