Bistro Jeaunty

After Thanksgiving, our daughter Allison visited us for a few days. On Monday we drove up to the Napa Valley. It was a beautiful day - very clear and the grape vines were a golden color. The leaves had not yet fallen. After puttering around, we had lunch at Bistro Jaunty in Yountville. Wow!

For a first course, Kat had a rabbit terrine, I had pickled pigs feet, and Allison had the winner (recommended by the waiter): deep fried local smelt. As a second course Kat had quenelles with lobster sauce , I had veal kidneys, and Allison had... well, I don't remember. We were overwhelmed by the quality of the food, the service, and the "Country French" atmosphere. This has suddenly become my favorite bistro style restaurant within a one hour drive of our house. Chez Panisse Cafe, eat your heart out!

You may notice that we did not exactly eat a balanced meal. No salad. No veggies. I guess we were all trying to see what the kitchen could do.