Michelin-Starred Reunion | An 8-Course Journey at Sepia, Chicago ✨

Last night, I reunited with an old friend I hadn't seen in a year over an 8-course tasting menu ($185pp) at Sepia (Michelin ⭐). Rain-kissed streets glimmered outside, setting the perfect mood for this culinary reunion. 🌧️💫 📍 123 N Jefferson St, Chicago, IL 60661 🍽️ The Chef's Experience Menu Kicked off with 5 playful "snacks" that teased our palates: • Smoked Beef Carpaccio in caramelized onion tart shells with sweet mustard – smoky, buttery bliss 🥩 • Foie Gras Corn Dog with roasted apple-caramel sauce – sweet-savory magic 🌭✨ • Crispy Trout Skin with dill & horseradish vinegar – a textural symphony Like perfectly composed opening notes, these bites built anticipation for what followed... 🌶️ Act 2: Southeast Asian-Inspired Flavors From Course 3, the menu took a bright, aromatic turn – think tangy, spicy, herbaceous layers that woke up every taste bud. 🦆 Star of the Night: Rohan Duck Breast • Honey-glazed with browned butter • Paired with cocoa-dusted sunchoke chips • Accompaniments: Lingonberry mustard, malted sunchoke purée, and a mini duck rillette pithivier (flaky pastry heaven!) • Art on a plate with serious substance – the kind of dish you remember for years. 🍰 Dessert Duet (Yes, Plural!) Not one but two stunning desserts: light, nuanced, and perfectly balanced to end the meal on a high. 💡 Why It Shines: • Michelin-worthy creativity without pretension • Seasonal storytelling through flavors • Ideal for: Special occasions, foodie pilgrimages, or long-overdue reunions #MichelinDining #ChicagoEats #FineDining #TastingMenu #FoodArt #SepiaChicago #SpecialOccasion #NorthAmericanLife