John Melfi
Written By Nicole Borden
Modena | Washington, D.C. | December 2021
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Featured Dishes
Live Scallop, Espelette, Trout Roe, Hidden Rose Apple, Celery, Buttermilk, Lemon Verbena, Lemon Balm, and Herb Oil
Japanese Wagyu Tartare, Cornichon, Parsley, Capers, Hackleback Caviar, Wagyu Fat Aïoli, Farm Butter and Red Wine Gelato, Truffle, and Parmesan
Braised Short Rib and Sheep’s Milk Ricotta Tortellini, Parmesan Dashi, Matsutake and Honshimeji Mushrooms, Crispy Kale, White Truffle, and Edible Gold
Venison, Huckleberry Jus, Avocado Mousse, Charred Onion, Roasted Chanterelle Mushrooms, and Pickled Huckleberries
Photography by Ania Cywińska
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