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rameniac Sep 30, 2006 02:09 AM

first time going to providence tonight

anything i should know? heard that it's best to go for the tasting menu - but when i called they said they had 2 different ones - a 5 course and a 9 course one. anything in particular i should try?
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  1. russkar Sep 30, 2006 02:45 AM

    If you wish to go beyond the Nine Course, ask for the TM I normally do (120-150ea) and worth it! Donoto or MC will take good care of you.
    I'm jealous,
    Russ
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       rameniac Sep 30, 2006 03:16 AM

      there's a third option for the tasting menu? i'll be sure to inquire...
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        russkar Sep 30, 2006 03:27 AM

        This is a 13 course TM at Providence we enjoyed several months ago. We just let MC create dinner.
        MENU:
        Bellis 3 (Salmon, Bass, Bluefin) Sashimi
        Spot Prawns w/fennel, orange, herbs
        Sword tip Squid & Santa Barbara UNI
        Live New Zealand Spiny Lobster (they kept attacking the Maine
        Lobsters in the tank)
        Live Eastern Scallop w/ cherries and chanterelles
        Striped Bass, cranberry beans, kumquat, olives
        Seared Steamed Foie Gras
        Blue Fin Ahi-Duck Confit w/turnip greens, vin rouge
        Colo Rack of Rare Lamb, bacon cauliflower raviolo, baby green onion
        Cheese mini platter
        Artic Nectarine
        Verbena Icecream
        Warm Chocolate Tart w/olive oil icecream, candied heirloom tomatoes
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       Babette Sep 30, 2006 02:44 AM

      Be sure to try the delicious "chowda", others will know more on the tasting menu.
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