Last month, I got a chance to sample the sweet treats by one of my favorite chefs, Thomas Keller.
I don’t have a sweet tooth, like my hubby, but I am a huge fan of Keller’s food. Two years ago, we did a Christmas dinner at his bistro restaurant inside the Venetian. It’s still one of the best meals I’ve had in Vegas.
We also tried to make Valentine’s reservations at his flagship restaurant: French Laundry in Yountville. Mark said all the spots on Open Table booked up within seconds. So much for that idea. We even tried dropping by the French Laundry to see if we could book something in person. The hostess graciously handed us a business card with a link for Open Table.
The next best thing? Checking out the Bouchon Bakery. (Mark pointed out we could try the Bouchon Bistro next door. However, we already tried the one in Vegas. I wanted something different)
On a Sunday morning, the line winded up outside. It’s a tiny bakery and everyone did breakfast outside. Inside, the smells of baked bread, sweet pastries and fresh espresso teased my nose.
Before the Bouchon Bakery, I was not a fan of macaroons. The grocery-store versions tasted like stale plastic soap. Bouchon opened my mind and palate to a new dimension of sweetness. Their macaroons were delicate and sweet. It was like biting into a pillow of candied goodness. I enjoyed the raspberry and espresso macaroons for breakfast.
Good times!