Thursday – All About the Food

OK, we are permanently socked in with fog. No sun since last Saturday. We’re not complaining. We had two very good weather weeks. The third week, not so much. But it’s what you get on the Oregon coast. Fifteen miles inland the sun is out and it’s 20º warmer. We’ll take the ocean.

We went today to the Lincoln City Outlets. We browsed around Pendleton, North Face, Columbia, and a tool store. The only thing we bought was a $12 tool that supposedly makes cleaning the inside of your windshield easy. We’ll try it before we go.

Today’s big event was a return visit to the Bay House, one of Oregon’s most prestigious dining establishments. We discovered it years ago when it was located right on the coast road. It has since relocated to be part of the Salishan Coastal Resort located just about five miles from our condo. It’s still run by the old owner. So today’s pictures (courtesy of my phone) are all about the food. we’ll start with a picture from our booth.

Kir Royales to Start

Amuse Bouche and Wine

We chose an expensive bottle of Eyrie Vineyard’s Pinot Noir. Eyrie is our favorite Oregon vineyard. The founder is the man who brought the pinot grape from France to Oregon. The vial contains a Chamomile Tea Infusion. The spoon contains a salmon concoction.

Appetizers

Elaine: Beet Salad (Chevre, Edible Earth, Pomegranate, Hibiscus, Seed Cracker, Oregano Vinaigrette)

Joe: Pork Belly (Soft-Poached Fried Egg, Polenta, Carrot Crumb, Salted Caramel Apple Butter)

Mains

Elaine: Pork (Brined Pork Chop, Yukon Gold Mashed Potatoes, Heritage Beans, Broccolini, Salted Caramel Apple Butter)

Joe: Beef (Piedmontese Beef Tenderloin, Pave Potato, Cherry Tomato, Cocoa Demi-Glace)

Desserts

Elaine: Chocolate Delight – Joe: Lemon Sponge Cake

Yum. Home to bed.