The Bazaar by Jose Andres
A tapas experience but to another level. Innovative with molecular gastronomy sprinkled throughout the courses.
The kitchen is open and upon being seating right in front of the kitche on the perimeter I spied a cotton candy machine...I knew this was the place for me!
I had a cotton candy mojito and cotton candy duck liver..both were divine. The atmosphere is fantastic and the decor is reminiscent of some of my favorite hotels and bars (the clift, the delano and violet hour)
Dessert is served in the patisserie...."with pink decor as sugary as the treats it serves" mentions the restaurants website...totally agree.
I love being able to experience another area of the restaurant (and to prolong the dining experience!) The patisserie area is truly dessert heaven-a dazzling buffet of sweets displayed on tiered cake platters on a long marble buffet. I couldn't stop oohhhing and aaahhhing over all the sweet delights. If you are looking for a fun evening and an equally festive atmosphere you should definitely check out Bazaar at the SLS Hotel Beverly Hills
Melisse
A fantastic french restaurant in Santa Monica, Zagat gave it high food ratings so we had to give it a try. One of the best things (damn you carbs!) were the array of breads served-Basil Brioche, Plain Brioche, Bacon Focaccia, French rolls, olive ciabatta..the list went on! The desserts were also memorable my husband got, "Chocolate, Chocolate, Chocolate" which consisted of several chocolate items (a mini soufflé , a peanut butter chocolate crunch bar, a pudding mouse cup and an ice cream bon-bon) We were celebrating my birthday so I got a candle in my sticky toffee pudding with caramelized apples, dates and hibiscius. It is a fantastic spot for a fine dining experience.
Injecting the soufflé with MORE chocolate!
