Chez Soma
Setagaya-ku, near Jiyugaoka Station
Tokyo, Japan
Charming. A nice, quaint and elegant French farmhouse as one would find in wine country.
Don't be surprised when you walk in and find that this six-table affair is highly Westernized. There are silverware and wine glasses at each table with a view through panoramic windows, lined with sills of colorful flower varietals that compliment the white-washed shingle exterior and French window awnings.
First thing is first: We ordered a half bottle of the Chardonnay on the list from France. Japan serves French? Who would have thought.
The countries from which they select their vineyards are usually France and Chile. This one was okay with the meal: light-bodied, though nice to pair with this salad meal and white fish.
A simple and basic white European bread was served, sliced 1.5" thick. It was quick to harden, but I wanted to enjoy my meal and not the bread, so this was of no disturbance.
Salad Special:
Beef carpaccio, medallions of Foie Gras, Seared Brown Root,
Grilled Bamboo Shoots
Wow. This was a load of rich foods mixed in one appetizer. Really this could be considered an entree. I'd be happy with this for an entree, though we decided to share this one. The Foie Gras was delicate and rich, while the beef was more light but so tender. I enjoy finding these bamboo shoots in so many dishes here. This was drizzled in a delightful aged balsamic vinegar. I quite enjoyed this.
Fish of the Day:
Red Snapper
Pan-Seared
in a blanc butter sauce over orzo
Served with Haricot Verts, Potato with Mustard, and Broccoli
Small dishes, yes, but this snapper had a lovely, light shell to it. I'd say this was just about a minute over cooked on the inside, but it was still good.
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Red Meat on the Bone
simmered hours in Red Wine demiglace,
served on a bed of pureed potatoes
Absolutely mouthwatering and rich. I'm sorry I have no photo of this. This is a good portion for one person, more realistic for an entree at a French boutique.
Between the two dishes of beef and fish, I'd say stick with the beef. It was mouthwatering and the flavors were so that you craved them to linger on your palette.
Cappuccino: a splendid way to end the meal.
Tokyo, Japan
Charming. A nice, quaint and elegant French farmhouse as one would find in wine country.
Don't be surprised when you walk in and find that this six-table affair is highly Westernized. There are silverware and wine glasses at each table with a view through panoramic windows, lined with sills of colorful flower varietals that compliment the white-washed shingle exterior and French window awnings.
First thing is first: We ordered a half bottle of the Chardonnay on the list from France. Japan serves French? Who would have thought.
The countries from which they select their vineyards are usually France and Chile. This one was okay with the meal: light-bodied, though nice to pair with this salad meal and white fish.
A simple and basic white European bread was served, sliced 1.5" thick. It was quick to harden, but I wanted to enjoy my meal and not the bread, so this was of no disturbance.
Salad Special:Beef carpaccio, medallions of Foie Gras, Seared Brown Root,
Grilled Bamboo Shoots
Wow. This was a load of rich foods mixed in one appetizer. Really this could be considered an entree. I'd be happy with this for an entree, though we decided to share this one. The Foie Gras was delicate and rich, while the beef was more light but so tender. I enjoy finding these bamboo shoots in so many dishes here. This was drizzled in a delightful aged balsamic vinegar. I quite enjoyed this.
Fish of the Day:Red Snapper
Pan-Seared
in a blanc butter sauce over orzo
Served with Haricot Verts, Potato with Mustard, and Broccoli
Small dishes, yes, but this snapper had a lovely, light shell to it. I'd say this was just about a minute over cooked on the inside, but it was still good.
------
Red Meat on the Bone
simmered hours in Red Wine demiglace,
served on a bed of pureed potatoes
Absolutely mouthwatering and rich. I'm sorry I have no photo of this. This is a good portion for one person, more realistic for an entree at a French boutique.
Between the two dishes of beef and fish, I'd say stick with the beef. It was mouthwatering and the flavors were so that you craved them to linger on your palette.
Cappuccino: a splendid way to end the meal.
2 comments:
loving the posts!
WoW! You're in Japan now?
Always wanted to try the food there haha
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