Japanese-French Small Plates at Orris

Since my last disastrous dating escapade (NOLA 08'), I was feeling a little hopeless about the prospects of meeting someone that could redeem my faith in the opposite sex...yes, I know I am being dramatic. But after what I feel like was a whole 2 years of failed dating, I think I may have gotten it right for a chance. It is still early, so don't be trying to ask me when the wedding is or anything. If you're lucky, you may get to meet him. He is pretty wonderful (Kirk, if you are reading this, don't get a big head ;). Ok, I digress.....I am writing about Orris which is one of the first dinner dates with the Kirkster. He actually took the first photo which I thought he did quite well, so I am giving the props all to him (he is a avid amateur photographer too!) We ordered a bunch of small plates. Started off with the Beets and Cheese. I am becoming more and more a huge fan of beets. I used to hate eating them when I was a kid because I think I had only eaten ones out of the can. But the ones at Orris were clearly fresh and thinly sliced using a Mandolin. The cheese was quite mild. Next we had the Red Snapper Carpaccio. It was warm, which was interesting...strong ginger flavor. Kirk chose the scallops with mushrooms which was excellent. I am now into scallops as well after having that awesome scallop (singular) at Providence. I chose the Salmon croquettes well because I loved "ko-rok-ke." It had pieces of Ikura on top that just burst in your mouth. For dessert we decided to go with the creme brulee and both decided it was not creme brulee, but really a custard/pudding. It did not have the texture of flan at all..in fact it didn't seem like they even baked that sucker. It tasted good...I just didn't care for the texture. If you are ever out in the Sawtelle area, Orris is a definite must try. You never know what you're going to get there.

Salmon Croquettes

Creme Brulee with Fresh Fruit

Scallops

Red Snapper Carpaccio

Beets and Cheese