Date of Visit: July 29, 2009
Location: Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
Website: www.thebluepear.com
The Menu: Simplistic and unique. We visited the Blue Pear for Forkfest. A set menu was provided and included: (Appetizer) Smoked Poultry and Shrimp Salad, (Entree) Baked Pacific Wild Salmon Fillet, and (Dessert) Rhubarb with Whipped cream (the actual name escapes me). Worth a visit every few months as the menu changes seasonally. Small portions, yet filling. The appetizer was tangy, different, and light. We both enjoyed the entree as it was cooked just right. The dessert was a tad bit tarte for me but Tim prefers a tarty taste.
Service: Timely service without any lag time. The food arrived promptly, which was most likely due to the set menu. However, despite the prompt catering, we did not feel rushed with our meal. Cultery was changed prior to dessert and tables were cleaned as necessary.
Food: Lovely and interesting combination of certain items. They truly accentuated the flavors of the items used. Not overly spiced, but light, fresh, and flavorful.
Environment:
-Situated in a very small and shady area. Entering into the small restaurant was not expected. I found it amusing that you were required to ring a bell to enter.
-Inside was intimate and beautiful. Tim was not sold on the design but it was elegant. On one side of the wall (near the kitchen), there was a glass encased with water falling from the ceiling down.
-The downside would be the lack of a view or patio. However, I doubt anyone would want to sit on a patio in that area.
Drinks:
-Conducive to wine drinkers, the Blue Pears provides various delicious wines.
-Beer list is limited but Tim always finds something to drink!
-The caesar was decent and spicy but as per usual, overfilled with too much ice in too small of a glass.
Overall Experience: Intimate and romantic. Loved the service and the idea of having a new menu every few months. We cannot wait to try it again!
Location: Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
Website: www.thebluepear.com
The Menu: Simplistic and unique. We visited the Blue Pear for Forkfest. A set menu was provided and included: (Appetizer) Smoked Poultry and Shrimp Salad, (Entree) Baked Pacific Wild Salmon Fillet, and (Dessert) Rhubarb with Whipped cream (the actual name escapes me). Worth a visit every few months as the menu changes seasonally. Small portions, yet filling. The appetizer was tangy, different, and light. We both enjoyed the entree as it was cooked just right. The dessert was a tad bit tarte for me but Tim prefers a tarty taste.
Service: Timely service without any lag time. The food arrived promptly, which was most likely due to the set menu. However, despite the prompt catering, we did not feel rushed with our meal. Cultery was changed prior to dessert and tables were cleaned as necessary.
Food: Lovely and interesting combination of certain items. They truly accentuated the flavors of the items used. Not overly spiced, but light, fresh, and flavorful.
Environment:
-Situated in a very small and shady area. Entering into the small restaurant was not expected. I found it amusing that you were required to ring a bell to enter.
-Inside was intimate and beautiful. Tim was not sold on the design but it was elegant. On one side of the wall (near the kitchen), there was a glass encased with water falling from the ceiling down.
-The downside would be the lack of a view or patio. However, I doubt anyone would want to sit on a patio in that area.
Drinks:
-Conducive to wine drinkers, the Blue Pears provides various delicious wines.
-Beer list is limited but Tim always finds something to drink!
-The caesar was decent and spicy but as per usual, overfilled with too much ice in too small of a glass.
Overall Experience: Intimate and romantic. Loved the service and the idea of having a new menu every few months. We cannot wait to try it again!
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