L’Avant-Garde Goes Full-on Lobster for September
By • September 5, 2024 0 720
No, it’s not Red Lobster, it’s way beyond that. Still, L’Avant-Garde, Georgetown’s French gem at 2915 M St. NW, is all about the tasty marine crustacean this month.
Partner Chef Sébastien Giannini has introduced a tribute to Le Homard (lobster) with a four-course, prix-fixe menu at an exceptional value at $79 — available for the month of September only.
“The Bouillabaisse recipe is my grandmother’s recipe from the South of France. I am so happy to be able to offer it in the all-lobster menu at L’Avant-Garde. She would be proud!” Giannini told The Georgetowner.
The limited time, four-course menu is an ode to Chef Sébastien’s love of fresh cracked lobster started this week.
First Course: La Bouillabaisse de Pierrette featuring Lobster, mussels and branzino in a fragrant saffron fish stew, a classic of the French Riviera.
Second Course: Lobster Salad with grapefruit segments, Granny Smith Apples soaked in vanilla bean syrup.
Main Course: Lobster Thermidor, a poached half lobster served on the shell, oven browned with Parmesan, turmeric turned potatoes and a tarragon sabayon.
Dessert: Crème Brûlée à la gousse de vanille.
Using classic French techniques and a modern touch, Chef Sébastien highlights the luxurious and delicate flavor of lobster with a revisited favorite, Lobster Thermidor.
Suggested wine pairing: Champagne! The crisp acidity pairs beautifully with the decadent, yet light and fragrant, sabayon and lobster.
Yes, grandma would be pleased and proud.
