💙 French Brunch in Alexandria

📍 Bastille Brasserie & Bar 🥖 Pâté de Foie de Volaille (Chicken Liver Mousse) The texture is smooth, but it has a slight bitterness and a hint of chicken's gaminess. It pairs better with a baguette, which helps to mellow the strong liver flavor. Not for those who dislike strong tastes, but a must-try for French cuisine enthusiasts! 🥖 🍤 Beignets de Crevettes (Fried Shrimp Balls) These were quite average. The batter was a bit too thick, and the shrimp was minimal. The highlight was the lime-cilantro-avocado sauce, which was a great palate cleanser. But ⚠️ cilantro haters, beware! The cilantro flavor is very pronounced! 🥲 🍳 Confit “Hash” (Duck Confit with Potatoes and Fried Egg) Essentially braised duck with potatoes, but the highlight is the runny yolk of the fried egg. The dish is light and not greasy, almost like a French fitness meal. Haha, perfect for those on a low-fat diet! 🥚 🍔 Burger au Fromage (French Cheese Burger) The patty is good, but the cheese is overwhelmingly salty! There's no creaminess, just a pure salt attack.⚠️ It might not suit Chinese palates, but those who love strong flavors can give it a try. 🍔 🍮 Profiterole Géante au Chocolat et Caramel (Giant Chocolate and Caramel Profiterole) The choux pastry is coated with a chocolate crunch and filled with milk chocolate ganache. It's quite sweet, and the salted caramel can be a bit cloying. Perfect for those with a sweet tooth! I think it would pair well with a sugar-free coffee.☕️ 🥭 Sorbets Maison (House-Made Sorbets) Flavors include passion fruit, raspberry, and a mysterious one that's hard to identify. But overall, they are tangy, refreshing, and perfect for cleansing the palate. A great way to end the meal! 💯 #food #ambiance #frenchcuisine #brunch #prettyfood #westerncuisine #cafe #restaurantrecommendation #DMV #dmvarea