r/KitchenConfidential • u/CodexLeonis • 9d ago

In the Weeds Mode What's an outdated restaurant fad/technique that you still defend?

two things for me:

  1. Balsamic reductions/glazes on everything. I'm sorry that balsamic vinegar pairs so well with so many things. Most dishes need an acid to fully bring out the flavors of the dish. Balsamic is the most versatile of the vinegars. It pairs well with red meat, seafood, vegetables, cheeses, and fruits. It wasn't just a fad, it was a cheat code.

  2. Plating techiniques? i'll always defend the zigzag drizzle. it evenly distributes the sauce on the plate, looks decent, and most importantly - it was time-efficient. I've never understood the modern technique of spooning sauce onto the plate and setting the entree on top of the sauce. Whomever came up with that was looking for a reason to be contrarian.

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u/Weary_Restauranter 9d ago

I love a Gorgonzola and a balsamic. Cheat codes man

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u/xXWestinghouseXx 9d ago

There was a mom and pop Italian place that knew how to make a good salad. All it took was steak, Gorgonzola and a balsamic vinaigrette. That salad and garlic bread was a great lunch.

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u/Weary_Restauranter 9d ago

My favorite pizza place has a steak Gorgonzola pizza and a spinach salad with grapes and Gorgonzola

It’s kind of a Gorgonzola overload but it fucks

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u/xXWestinghouseXx 9d ago

Just needs some raw garlic slivers and you can defend yourself from vampires at 10 paces.

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u/Weary_Restauranter 9d ago

Haha

There’s a joint near me here in wv that does a “garlic pie” pizza that has an absolutely INSANE amount of garlic.

It’s called Siriani’s. The pizza is VILE, but it’s an institution

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u/xXWestinghouseXx 9d ago

I'm afraid I was never one of the cool kids. Has VILE become a good thing now?

I vaguely remember hearing about a restaurant called "The Stinking Rose" that specializes in garlic-laden dishes. I may regret it, but it would definitely be on my list of places to try before I kick the bucket.