bernadette elevates the dining experience beyond the norm, offering an escape from monotony that doesn’t require a grand occasion. it's a space dedicated to fine drinks, tapas-style shareables, and unparalleled signature plates. we are proud of our exclusive collection of spirits, meticulously curated from independent and family-owned distilleries, offering a taste of the extraordinary, eschewing commonplace selections. at bernadette, we're setting an elegant standard for dining out.
Chez Catherine is consistently rated one of the Best French Restaurants in New Jersey. It provides a wonderful dining experience from the warm greeting when you enter to the last sip of wine. This mainstay of Westfield, NJ for the last 38 years delivers quality cuisine and impeccable service. The owner, Stephane Bocket was born in Dunkerque, France. Stephane was the Maitre d'Hotel for 12 years before purchasing Chez Catherine in 2016. His career spans many years at Alain Ducasse's restaurants in NYC and France and before that in a number of other restaurants throughout France.The Chef de Cuisine is Christine Migton. Christine graduated from the Culinary Institute of America. Her dishes revisit traditional French cuisine but use different flavors and tastes. She works to provide lighter and healthier ingredients wherever possible while maintaining that special French touch.
We want Sophie's to be a place where one could have a good, hearty meal (comfort food), simple and unpretentious, at a fair price. Our goal is to produce an atmosphere where people can come for lunch, a full dinner, a late snack, a glass of wine or a big cup of coffee and feel comfortable and at home. Our menu is diverse enough for everyone, yet simple enough so the average person will not get overwhelmed with numerous menu choices and complications. Our basic premise is to provide quality food and good service at a fair price in an unpretentious atmosphere. The décor is modeled after classic French Bistros. French country antiques, large open shuttered windows, dark woods, soft pastel colors and walls covered with family pictures make Sophie's an intimate cozy environment
Origin was inspired by the idea of blending the best of French and Thai to create a unique fusion that honors tradition while pushing culinary boundaries. Chef’s Manop envisioned a place where diverse flavors and cooking techniques come together to craft dishes that are both familiar and innovative. This fusion concept celebrates the harmony between cultures, offering a dining experience that surprises and delights, while paying homage to the rich culinary heritages that inspired it.
Origin sounds like a captivating dining experience! The blend of French and Thai cuisines offers a unique opportunity to explore a wide range of flavors and textures. Chef Manop's vision of harmonizing diverse culinary traditions not only respects the roots of each cuisine but also encourages creativity in the kitchen. This fusion approach can lead to exciting dishes that surprise the palate, such as a classic French dish with a Thai twist or innovative presentations that reflect both cultures. It’s a wonderful way to celebrate culinary diversity while providing guests with memorable experiences. What specific dishes or elements from this fusion concept are you most curious about?
