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Whom You Know has featured Table D'Hote previously, and they never fail to impress us with their commitment to quality and delicious cuisine that's consistently a step above their competition. Mover and Shaker Bill Knapp added outdoor sidewalk seating this summer, adding space to this gem of the Upper East side which is fantastic news for locals and visitors alike. If you're a local, chances are you know Table D'Hote and if you're travelling to New York, you know that this quaint spot is a destination for those with discriminating taste.
As an appetizer, Peachy Deegan chose the beet salad. Sophistication dictates not one, but three beet varieties and they are smart to package them separately from the greens. A lovely champagne vinaigrette accentuates the freshness of the vegetables making this a fantastic start.
Steelhead trout was the fish of the day, and it's hatched in the rivers of Upper Washington State. These fish come down into the ocean to hang out for a year or two and then travel upstream and spawn again. They are similar to salmon. Green beans and mushrooms were lovely companions to this fresh fish served just right.
Led by Executive Chef and Owner Bill Knapp, Table D'Hote is among the most elite and coveted culinary destinations of Manhattan's prestigious Upper East side. Reminiscent of a French countryside in ambiance paired with locally sourced ingredients that entice guests to return again and again, Table D'Hote is truly an undiscovered gem to those that have not yet started to frequent this venue. Bill graduated from The Culinary Institute of America in 1994 and has worked at several established restaurants in New York City including The "21" Club, Patroon, and Bryant Park Grill, before making his way to Danny Meyers and Tom Colicchio's famed Gramercy Tavern. In the fall of 2003, Bill accepted the position of Chef de Cuisine at Tom Colicchio's Craft Restaurant and later joined the team at Taste Catering on New York's West Side. After a few years, he was sought after to take the position as Executive Banquet Chef at The Loeb Central Park Boathouse. All of this culinary expertise evolved through each of these experiences truly shines at Table D'Hote, Bill's own creation today, coming up on its one-year anniversary. On September 9th, 2011, Bill re-opened Table d'Hote in New York City, at 44 East 92nd Street, a well-respected establishment opened and operated since 1978 by two fabulous people, Vivek Bandhu and Lauri Gibson. Whether you are indulging in the crabcakes, grass-fed steak or the decadent desserts (the blueberry peach tarte is divine!), Table D'Hote boasts a menu that includes the finest delights to please everyone. By executing great dishes with a seasonally inspired menu and maintaining a subtle ambiance, Bill impresses all that travel from near and far with his extensive diverse New York experience, creative approaches, desire, and passion to sourcing only the best ingredients available to culminate in a truly unparalleled dining experience.
Whom You Know has Highly Recommended Table D'Hote:
