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I love surprises! I love to receive them, to observe them and to create them. Recently,\u00a0I was the recipient of the most extravagant and very\u00a0unexpected\u00a0surprise. A surprise of gargantuan proportions! My husband invited me to the dinner of my dreams\u00a0at The French Laundry!<\/p>\n

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My personalized menu and extra gifts of chocolate, cocoa hazelnuts and fresh shortbread cookies fit neatly in a custom made tin. Amazing!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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It truly was\u00a0the fantasy meal and ultimate dining experience of my life, and it was every bit and more than I could have ever imagined. I honestly felt like the most honored guest at a spectacular, gastronomic feast.<\/p>\n

The French Laundry<\/a> is located in Yountville, in the Napa Valley, in Northern California. The building is\u00a0quaint\u00a0and the downstairs dining room has low coffered ceilings (which makes it very cozy) and soft\u00a0lighting (which makes everyone look great). We were greeted by our hostess in the restaurant\u2019s courtyard even before we walked through the famous blue door with: \u201cAre you the Stavert party?\u201d \u201cYes\u201d \u201cHappy Birthday!\u201d. As I looked at Craig with my \u201cYes we are taking a photo face\u201d we smiled for the camera and now I have this gorgeous photo to enjoy forever!<\/p>\n

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Craig and I posing in front of the famous blue door of The French Laundry<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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As we were escorted to our table, I was wished Happy Birthday by no less than three servers on our stroll to our adorable, two-seat antique table in the corner. With\u00a0butterflies of excitement and such personal attention, the evening was so meaningful!<\/p>\n

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The view from my chair as I quickly took this photo!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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This was my Superbowl, my World Series, my World Cup. The pinnacle of the restaurant world and for this midlife adventurer and food lover, a dream come true.<\/h2>\n

We were each presented a lovely and lengthy menu made of ivory colored parchment placed in a long blue folder. The menus were embellished with \u201cHappy Birthday Suzanne\u201d typed across the top. Are you kidding me? No I am not. The greatest restaurant in the United States (maybe the world) singled me out on this magical night. AMAZING. At that early point in the evening I was already delightfully satisfied with my time at The French Laundry.<\/p>\n

Oh… but we were just beginning!<\/h2>\n

We were given the choice of either the “Tasting of Vegetables” or the “Chef’s Tasting Menu”.\u00a0Craig and I decided to order one of each so we could experience every course that was available to us. I knew that I would be taking photos as discreetly as possible and since the room was lit almost entirely by\u00a0candlelight, I wasn\u2019t sure how many of the photos would be acceptable to share with all of you! Not all of the photos I took represented the dishes in all of their glory, so I will share with you a sampling of the very best photos.<\/p>\n

There were seven impeccable and refined savory courses and approximately five magically prepared dessert courses. They were all executed, presented and choreographed like a beautiful dance. Near the end of the meal it was difficult to keep an accurate accounting of the sweet delicacies, so my descriptions are a little sketchy. Most certainly the\u00a0bottle of champagne also contributed to the culinary\u00a0euphoria and lack of memory. Each course was very tiny and delicate\u00a0and consisted of only a few glorious bites. That being said, the dishes were almost indescribably delicious and I was already full by Course #5, but I managed to rally and enjoyed every single course!<\/p>\n

Here are a few of the delicious, artistic, masterpieces! They were all truly a work of art in every bite.<\/p>\n

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“Oysters & Pearls”
“Sabayon of Pearl Tapioca with Island Creek Oysters & White Sturgeon Caviar<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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Garden Turnip “Panna Cotta” Divine Droplets Sake “Granit\u00e9”, Santa Rosa Plum “Gel\u00e9e”, Young Ginger & Garden Shiso<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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“Salad Verte”
Garden Cucumbers, Green Tomatoes, Young Fennel, Sicilian Pistachios & Green Goddess Dressing<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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Garden Potato “Fricass\u00e9e”
Cherry Belle Radishes, Jidori Hen Egg Mousse, Spanish Caper Mayonnaise, French Pickles & Watercress Blooms<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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Brentwood Corn “Risotto”
Garden Leeks, Arrowleaf Spinach, Crispy Shallots & Oregon C\u00e8pes<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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Saut\u00e9ed Fillet of Stonington Maine Halibut
Jidori Hen egg Mousse, Preserved Green Tomatoes, Garden Fennel, Watercress & Sweet Onion Relish<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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Charcoal – Grilled Japanese Wagyu
Garden Beets, Young Leeks, Oregon Morels & “Bearnaise Mousseline”<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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Sweet Butter- Poached Maine Lobster
Arrowleaf Spinach Panade, Applewood-Smoked Bacon & Brentwood Corn “Velout\u00e9<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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The \u00a0“Assortment of Desserts” – Fruit, Ice Cream, Chocolate and “Candies”<\/h2>\n

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Chocolate ganache cake and lovely Amaretto mousse with a cherry soaked in Brandy.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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Gorgeous “funfetti” birthday cake just for me!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

This was the “funfetti” birthday cake served halfway through the dessert courses. Unbelievable! Only The French Laundry would have custom made plates to enhance this colorful and pink (my favorite color) birthday surprise!<\/p>\n

Oh… but we are not done yet!<\/h2>\n
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Handmade truffles presented in a gorgeous wood box, made of flavors like rich chocolate, hazelnut, peanut butter and jelly and S’mores.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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The Grand Finale!
Warm beignets rolled in cinnamon & sugar, macaroons, cocoa covered sugared hazelnuts, and espresso semi freddo\u00a0served in a real cappuccino cup with foam!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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My goal was to attempt to give you a flavor (pun intended) of our glorious birthday dinner at The French Laundry. There were several dishes not represented, not that I didn’t adore each one, but this way it entices you to make a reservation and experience\u00a0this remarkable restaurant as well! As I wrote this post, I enjoyed reminiscing and recalling (as best I could) all of the details of the meal. It is said that “success\u00a0is in the details”. This is so absolutely\u00a0true for this exquisite restaurant in the heart of Napa Valley. I would do it again in a heartbeat,\u00a0but until that special time comes again,\u00a0I will be content to sit back and recall the most wonderful dining experience of my life. I am indeed a very lucky girl!<\/p>\n

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Have you experienced a wonderful surprise? A surprise that took your breath away? We would love to hear about it!<\/h2>\n

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I love surprises! I love to receive them, to observe them and to create them. Recently,\u00a0I was the recipient of the most extravagant and very\u00a0unexpected\u00a0surprise. A surprise of gargantuan proportions! My husband invited me to the dinner of my dreams\u00a0at The French Laundry!   It truly was\u00a0the fantasy meal and ultimate dining experience of my … <\/p>\n

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