New Chef at Church and State pulled over from Bastide
The floor manager last night shared this info with us. We didn't have a full dinner, we just shared a Salad Lyonnaise, a cheese course and a chocolat pot de creme. I have tried the Salade Lyonnaise every time I have been there, and this time, finally, it was delicious. Slightly warmed frisee, lots and lots of lardons, not too salty and lightly dressed with a nice vinaigrette and the egg was cooked to perfection, no clear whites and the yolk was only slightly runny.
Anyone else hear about this new chef and/or try Church and State in the last week or two?
By lotta_cox
on Dec 10, 2008 05:14 AM
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The new chef is Walter Manzke of ex-Bastide fame. Haven't tried it yet but it seems promising.
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It was reported in the LA times that they are "trying it out." He is not permanent.
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Actually, Eater had the story because that's what Steven Arroyo, the owner of Church & State, told them. And then (drama!) Manzke called and said that he only had a meeting with Arroyo, hadn't decided if he was even taking the job, and would give it a test drive. He would be permanent if he wants the job. Sounds like Arroyo jumped the gun a bit, but who wouldn't be excited with Manzke in the kitchen.
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Manzke good.
Arroyo no good.
Look forward to eat at Manzke's.
Stay away from Arroyo.
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I like Arroyos Chop House....
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I see no reason to stay away from his places if he can get good food in there, and I have and still do love the atmosphere at C&S. Arroyo Chophouse has nothing to do with Steve.
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