As we were heading back from San Fransisco, Alinda received a call from Julie informing her that Craig and Julie were in town for a short visit and that they wanted to get together with us and 2 other couples at the 8 month old Bistro Provence in Bethesda, Maryland. Julie informed us that Gino was the host at the restaurant. Gino used to run the dining rooms at the Historic Georgetown Club in DC for many many years where Craig and Julie were members.
The guests were Rebbecca & David, Mary & Michael, Alinda & Karim. Our hosts were Julie and Craig Fiede. We were provided a table at the far left of the patio corner.
First Course-
Tattinger Brut La Francaise Champagne-
This Champagne has a color of brilliant golden-straw yellow. The bubbles are fine, and the mousse is both discreet and persistent. The nose, very expressive and open, is both fruity and bready. It exudes aromas of peach, white flowers, and vanilla pod. On the palate this lively fresh wine is at once in harmony. This is a delicate wine with flavors of fresh fruit and honey.
First Course-
Puligny Montrachet, Louis Latour 2007-
Aromas of mineral, stone, almond and apple. Pear and mineral tones on the palate. Medium finish. Worked well with the salad and the soft cheeses.
Jeunes frisées en salade aux lardons, vinaigrette moutarde et fines herbes
Green Salads with Cheese and Heirloom tomatoes, Balsamic Vinaigrette and pickled olives.
Second Course-
2004 Les Brulieres de Beychevelle, Haut-Medoc, France
63% Cabernet Sauvignon, 37% Merlot. This 2004 vintage has prominent fruit aromas (blackcurrant and black cherry) therefore fully matured. The woody aromas from maturing are noticable (toastiness, grilled flavor) but remain discreet and elegant. The wine is neat, simple, fresh, and well-balanced, with a good length in the mouth. The best was the marriage with the rissotto's acidity. A great selection!
Rissotto au safran et tomates de jardin, petites crevettes du golf de Belize rôties
Rissotto with saffron, tomatoes and shrimp from Belize- The rissotto was creamy and was prepared to perfection.
Main Course-
2006 Château Labégorce Zédé, Margaux-
Château Labégorce Zédé has always been successful thanks to the richness of its soil. This wine is a deep wine with a beautiful dark color. It is a silky and well-balanced wine that complimented this meat course very well.
Paillarde de bœuf grille, pommes rissolées
Grilled beef” paillarde” with potatoes- Beautiful presentation. The meat was very tender and worked well with the Margaux.
Dessert Course-
A glass of Sauternes
Mousse au chocolat blanc aux pralines, Tuile au sucre White chocolaté mousse with praline
Coffee-
Chef owner Yannick Cam promotes and uses only organic produce
Bistro Provence
4933 Fairmont Ave.
Bethesda, Maryland 20814
Reservations (301) 656-7373
We later joined Craig and Julie at their home for Cigars and Rum-
A fabulous Cohiba with notes of cedar and chocolate, to die for!
Some sing along with Craig's songs-
More Rum-
and Single Malt-
Many thanks to Julie and Craig for an unforgettable evening!
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