Recently MCB was invited to join the No.VI Chophouse in Novi for their "Around the World" event, and we were graciously asked to come back for their "Lover's Feast" last Monday to share in their celebration of romance and warm us up for Valentine's Day.
The menu created by Executive Chef Jeremy Kalmus was rich with decadent ingredients and well-balanced flavors. As always, the plates look like paintings. The Lover's Feast or any of the other events featured at No.VI are excellent for a date night. The chef has carefully planned the menu for you, so there's no thinking. The ingredients are prepared to showcase the beauty of the food and then thoughtfully paired with the perfect wine by their sommelier, so there's no shopping. The different courses are wide-ranging and exotic offerings that have something for everyone, so there's adventure without arguing. It's literally a no-brainer!
Adding charm to the already impressive cuisine, the staff is prompt, friendly and accommodating (a rare breed these days). Manager Kelly Tocco took excellent care of us throughout the evening and Chef Jeremy even came out after this busy event to introduce himself and talk with us. Having treats like dainty quail eggs, sparkling wines and lobster claws served with such smiling hospitality is surreal.
Lover's Feast Menu
First Course
Tuna Carpaccio
Olive Tapenade, Mini Egg, Haricot Vert, Citrus, Potato Gaufrette
L Mawby Brut “Blanc De Blanc”
A
light, clean tasting and very pretty course served with a refreshing
"Blanc De Blanc" sparkling wine from Michigan made with chardonnay
grapes.
Second Course
Butter Poached Lobster Claw
Red Curry, Crispy Rice, Smoked Corn
Crios Torrontes 2010
The red curry and smoked
corn were amazing, I enjoyed this course the most. The Crios Torrontes
cut perfectly through the delicious smoke of the corn.
Third Course
Maple Leaf Farm Seared Duck Breast
Roasted Acorn Squash, House Made Sage and Apple Foie Gras Sausage, Morel Emulsion
Ken Wright Pinot Noir 2009
Earthy and rich with a touch
of sweetness from the squash. This course had my favorite wine of the
night. The perfect balance of fruity and dry, the Ken Wright Pino Noir
2009 was so good, I will be looking for this
myself.
Fourth Course
Sweet Potato Ravioli
Braised Short Rib, Beurre Monte, Basil Oil, Herb Salad
Sean Minor “Four Bears” 2008
We
cleaned our plates! The perfectly braised short rib balanced on top of
the tender ravioli was wonderfully satisfying, yet not too heavy. The
micro-greens and basil oil kept the plate fresh and the "Four Bears" was
the perfect compliment. I think this course
should be on the menu every day.
Dessert
Chocolate Tasting
Chocolate Churro, Oreo and Cocoa Soil, Salted Chocolate Mousse, House Made Cocoa
Rosa Regale Brachetto D'Acqui 2010
I was amazed at how well the
sparkling "Rosa Regale" went with all that chocolate. The Chocolate Tasting was as
delicious as it was exciting - just look at the picture. This one speaks for itself!
I very much enjoyed my Lover's Feast experience and look forward to visiting the No.VI Chophouse again soon. Hope to see you there! For more information, please visit http://mattprenticerg.com/