In Situ (San Francisco, CA)

Finally got to visit In Situ, which is known to serve popular dishes from chefs and restaurants around the world. Hat tip to G, who did a great job ordering!

Dadinhos de Tapioca (Tapioca and Cheese Fritters)
From: Rodrigo Oliveira, Mocotó, Sao Paulo, Brazil (2005)


Tomato Velvet and Shrimp
From: Carme Ruscalleda, Sant Pau, Sant Pol de Mar, Spain (2001)


Merluzzo al "Bagnet Ross" (Cod in a Red Bath)
From: Enrico Crippa, Piazza Duomo, Alba, Italy (2015)


In Situ's "Canned" Soup (Shiitake and Pea Leaf Dumplings, Vegetable Broth)
Inspired by: Andy Warhol, Campbell's Soup Cans (1962)

Taishoken (San Mateo, CA)

Another great recommendation by E&B, who discovered this place. Apparently, they were walking through downtown San Mateo and noticed this new restaurant with lines snaking out the door. The tokusei tsukumen had dipping soup that was very flavorful and noodles that were pleasantly firm. Dashi was available at the end of the meal to water down dipping soup that remained.

Tokusei Tsukemen (tsukemen with soft boiled egg and sous vide Berkshire pork chashu)

Willi's Seafood & Raw Bar (Healdsburg, CA)

This place has a modern take on fresh seafood dishes; the food was very tasty, yet not too heavy. Thanks for the great find, G!

Hamachi Ceviche with Rocoto Chili, Lime Juice, Pepitas


Uni Toast, Whipped Butter, Trout Roe


Uni & Dungeness Crab "Orzotto"