WOOD-FIRED OYSTERS AT RED OR WHITE MOBILE
“Chef Arwen Rice once again works her magic with her wood-fired oven and fresh approach to local ingredients. She seasons the oysters with just a touch of citrus brown butter, a hint of panko for texture, a little creme fraiche, salt, pepper and a dusting of a secret ingredient called ‘Bottarga.’ The oysters are then perfectly kissed by the heat of the wood oven. My advice? Do not be tempted to share.” — Mary Kay Webb, Retired, Senior Executive Vice President, Marketing, Medical Device and Imaging Technologies
Red or White • 1104 Dauphin St. 478-9494
BRAISED WAGYU SHORT RIB AT DRAGONFLY TAVERN
“Comfort food doesn’t get much better than this tender pot roast and mashed potatoes with the perfect blend of horseradish. The brown butter oyster mushrooms paired with onions and Brussels sprouts really balanced the meal. The dish, through some sorcery of modification, comes off without feeling heavy. This tavern is a wonderful addition to Old Town Daphne’s restaurant scene.” — Michael Druhan, Owner, Rock the Float Mardi Gras Throws
Dragonfly Tavern • 1800 Main St., Daphne. 586-8113
HANGER STEAK AT HUMMINGBIRD WAY
“I was enticed to try Chef Jim Smith’s grilled hanger steak served over roasted potato bacon hash topped with blue cheese butter. A hanger steak is typically lean, and this dish was prepared using a thicker cut, grilled to the perfect temperature while retaining its flavor and tenderness. Be sure to bring a big appetite, and expect big flavor out of this dish.” — Will Cooksey, Chief Operating Officer, Preload
Hummingbird Way • 351 George St. 408-9562
STIR-FRY EGGPLANT AT ASIAN GARDEN
“Stir-fry eggplant is not on the lunch menu, but you can still order it! Your friendly server is always happy to accommodate the request. Served in a metal pot with a side of white or fried rice, the eggplant is soft and tender, accompanied with mixed vegetables and chicken — all so flavorful. The pot may look small, but the portion is large. Be prepared to get a to-go box!” — Enen Yu, Co-concertmaster, Mobile Symphony Orchestra
Asian Garden • 2488 Hillcrest Road. 661-8338
