Atera Revisited (7.20.25): Nordic Magic Meets Asian Flair 🌟🍽️
Two years since my last visit to this Michelin-starred Nordic gem, and wow—Atera has leveled up! Tonight’s tasting menu was a masterclass in fusion: Scandinavian precision meets Asian-American boldness, with zero misses (well, almost). Here’s the delicious breakdown: 🍷 The Pairings • Henri & Gilles Burgundy ‘22: Crisp, minerally—perfect with seafood. • Jean Chauvenet Burgundy ‘21: Deeper, cherry-kissed—ideal for meats. 🌟 Standout Courses 🦀 Crab Tartlet: Coconut-cucumber crunch + sweet crab = summer on a spoon. 🍄 Truffle Puff: Still that iconic cheesy-cloud bite. 🥚 Caviar Egg Custard: Silky, briny, luxury in a cup. 🍒 Foie Gras "Cherry Pie": Tiny but explosive—like biting into a rich, buttery jewel. 🐟 Tuna + Watermelon: Genius combo—peanut butter tied the sweet/savory chaos together. 🦞 Lobster + Sweetbreads: Hidden under noodles?! texture + truffle perfume = dish of the night. 🐮 Braised Beef Cheek: Fall-apart tender—no knife needed, just a happy sigh. ⚠️ Tiny Quibbles 🦆 Duck Course: Aged only 5 days—too mild next to the strong wine. 🍋 Lemon Tart: Sugar rush (needed more zest to balance). ✨ The Vibe Gone: The counter seats. Here: A moody, intimate dining room—better for convos, same theatrical plating. Final Verdict: 9/10—Atera’s glow-up is real. Would I return? Already planning my next booking. Tried Atera’s new menu? Fight me over the beef cheek love! 👇 #NYCMichelin #NordicNuance #TastingMenuRoyalty #FoieGrasForever #LobsterLust