On Thu, 15 Oct 2009 22:32:00 -0700, Cindy Fuller wrote:

> The SO and I have shared a lot of laughs and good food over the years.
> Last night he took me to Canlis for our anniversary. Canlis is one of
> the best restaurants in Seattle. It's perched somewhat precariously on
> the side of Queen Anne Hill overlooking Lake Union. Both of us ordered
> the tasting menu. The items and our comments are below.
>
> A shot of pumpkin soup with vanilla, pumpkin seeds and micro-kale (i.e.,
> kale sprout)--very tasty. The vanilla didn't overwhelm the other
> ingredients.
>
> Osetra caviar with cauliflower, apple, and couscous--I've never been
> much of a caviar fan, but this wasn't bad. The pickled Granny Smith
> apple and apple sorbet were good.
>
> Hamachi with wasabi, radish, and yuzu vinaigrette--A pretty raw fish
> presentation. Slices of hamachi were formed into a disk, overlapping
> radish slices were arranged on top, and drizzled with the vinaigrette.
> A tiny dab of fresh wasabi was arranged alongside. It was not
> overpowering.

i had to google 'Hamachi.' i don't think i've seen it anywhere, but it
sounds tasty.

your pal,
blake