Page 14 - Boca Exposure - December '22

Page 14, Boca Exposure
Dining Out:

Heard It Through A Grapevine!

By Alan Serinsky of Bocaire If you were ever hesitant to ask for a tasting sip, this Unfortunately, this didn’t win the pasta prize. Though
Country Club. Hungry Al’s love concept has made it easy for customer and restaurateur. the pasta was cooked well, overdoing garlic in the skillet
for food started very young. Maybe the days of bottles of any spirits are coming to an led to that “I-don’t-want-to-kiss-you-tonight” aftertaste.
Never satisfied with his Mom’s end. For those of you contemplating whether taste and Sadly, when this occurs it overwhelms the integrity of
dishes, he started to cook his quality is equal to a freshly open bottle, I assure you that the dish and any other ingredients that compose it.
way through her “Betty Crocker if it wasn’t, this concept would be “dying-on-the-vine!” Hungry Al (that’s me) selected the Pork Chop ($22),
Cookbook.” During the years Prime Your Taste Buds: There are lots of interesting which turned out to be another winner of the table. At
to follow he spent many hours shared plate starters here at Sixty Vines. Begin with this very reasonable price you get a 2-inch thick chop
working in restaurants, both as server and cook, attending shared charcuterie boards of salami and cheese, or select a that was a masterfully cooked medium rare with perfect
cooking classes and traveling the world in an effort to Meatball ($12) or Fried Chicken and Caviar, or a heavier grill marks. What gave this chop ... its chops ... was
expand his palette. As a professional writer, Hungry Al Santa Maria Tri Tip ($24). the seasoning, which resonated with mild but distinct
offers his perspective on current food trends and guides The Burrata ($16) was an excellent starter. Perched Southwest spices. It was balanced with a savory pistachio
you through your local restaurant options. on a buttery wood-grilled ciabatta bread was a fantastic, and peppadew romesco. The only misfire was the over-
beautifully textured rounded mold of moist creamy rich charred tri-color carrots that accompanied this dish.
Sixty Vines cheese that really didn’t need the accompanying basil Note: All the proteins come without any basic sides.
5050 Town Center Circle pesto sauce and sweet cherry tomatoes to elevate it. But This would be fine if Sixty Vines would up their side
Boca Raton, FL 33486 I’m happy it was included! choices to more than four items.
(561) 961-3131 As another shared plate, we indulged in the Crispy From The Dessert Tray: There are only four choices
sixtyvines.com Zucchini ($11). These delicious fried crispy veggies are of desserts here at Sixty Vines. We opted for the Basque
thinly sliced, slightly dusted with tapioca, joined with Cheesecake ($8) that was excellent and made our forks
Food For Thought: For decades the use of craft beer peppadew and shishito peppers and splashed with a sweet seem like swords fencing our way through this one slice
on tap was, and still is, offered by thousands of restaurants. chili vinaigrette. Note: Careful on the peppers; they may of sweetness. As a baker, I’ll confirm this is a wonderful
You may wonder why wine was kept in a bottle with a cork, not have you calling the fire department, but they do tend and different option to a classic New York cheesecake.
or more recently, a cardboard container. Well, welcome to to lean slightly over mild. Baked at a high temperature, this crustless cake had a
the new way to tap into the future of wine. Straight From The Kitchen: Hungry D will never turn scorched surface that adds a unique and unmistakable
The concept of wine on tap is not new, but Sixty Vines down a Rainbow Trout ($22), and at this price it’s a great aroma to its light and creamy complexity. Topped with
has taken it to whole new level. With 60 wines spouting entrée for you fish lovers. Trout is usually a thin fish to cook Luxarado black cherries, you will be in for a real treat!
from their stainless-steel kegs, there are also 19 beers, a and may often stay on the grill a few minutes too long. The Check Please: I could give you 60 reasons for going
nitro cold brew, and 12 Coravin systems at the restaurant’s kitchen here did a perfect job on its temperature; but that was to this new dining spot, but most of them have nothing to
disposal. only half the equation. What made this dish a standout was do with the 60 variations of wines. The excellent service,
Now servers and patrons have a plethora of flavor the seasoning and crispness of its exterior, which resonated well-executed food preparation, friendly hosting, trendy
profiles recommended at several price point options that a South Tex taste. Along with this protein you’ll get a sun- and stunning décor, and a very accommodating bar,
matches any budget. You can also get your pours in 2.5, 5, dried tomato tapenade and a small herb salad. should suffice as a good start on my count to 60!
8 ounces or a 750 ml carafe. Hungry K chose the Braised Pork Pappardelle ($19). So, the Hungry Squad is
I believe he hit the best target of the night with very al going to pour out three and
dente pasta, accompanied by bits and pieces of a pork half new golden wine glasses
shoulder, cooked perfectly soft and tender with the right as a motivation for you to
hint of rendered fat giving it that rich flavorful taste. find your own Napa Valley
Hungry S did her best to stay healthy with the kitchen’s here in Boca Raton with
version of a gluten-free Radiatori Primavera ($14). Sixty Vines.

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