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.
Le Scalini Fedeli a été ouvert en 1995 par le chef et propriétaire Michael Cetrulo, et est rapidement devenu le restaurant italien le mieux noté du New Jersey. Évalué comme excellent par le New York Times en 1996 et meilleur restaurant du New Jersey par le Zagat Survey en 2001, le restaurant figure également dans les 25 meilleurs restaurants italiens en 2007 au New Jersey Monthly. Le menu propose des raviolis aux œufs à la coque et au beurre de truffe noire, du saumon en croûte de pignolis aux artichauts, des agnolottis farcis à la menthe au bouillon de basilique et de tomate, ainsi que des plats-de-côtes braisés au poivron rouge et au glaçage de porto. Aménagé dans un bâtiment historique construit en 1740, le restaurant présente une atmosphère légèrement formelle, avec des plafonds voûtés de style toscan agrémentés de plâtre vénitien. Des tapisseries et des miroirs anciens ornent les murs.
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.
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?
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.
