Duck Confit at Southern National
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“I had the pleasure of eating at Southern National for their inaugural Sunday brunch. While hard to choose, I had the duck confit hash (above). It is sweet with a hint of hoisin sauce, both delicate and flavorful. The over-easy egg and sweet potato set the dish. No matter your experience with duck, this dish will not disappoint, and brunch will forever be changed.” — Mary Stewart Crane, Strategic Market Director, Johnson & Johnson
Southern National • 360 Dauphin St. 308-2387
Grouper at Abba Mediterranean Cafe
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“Look no further than Abba for a grouper experience that will thrill you at first sight, fill you with every bite and leave you entirely satisfied. Well-prepared, the Grouper de Brenda is lightly crusted and baked in olive oil. It is served with asparagus, artichoke hearts, zucchini, bell pepper and a fabulous lemon white wine sauce. Abba is quiet, friendly and delicious; you will be glad you tried it.” — William W. Oppenheimer, President, Enveloc, Inc.
Abba Mediterranean Cafe • 4861 Old Shell Rd. 340-6464
Flounder at Jesse’s Restaurant
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“We recently were able to get away for dinner at Jesse’s Restaurant in Magnolia Springs. I had the flounder special, and it was to die for. The dill-crusted fish was so fresh and paired so well with the sides of feta-smashed cauliflower and garlic broccoli. The saffron caper sauce topped it off perfectly. ” — Taylor Houser, Advancement Director, Bayside Academy
Jesse’s Restaurant • 14770 Oak St., Magnolia Springs. 965-3827
Lettuce Wraps at Von’s Bistro
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“Von’s Bistro is a lunch favorite. I love the lettuce wraps, with chicken, vegetables and peanut sauce, and the banh mi, a Vietnamese fusion take on a sandwich. But I’ve never had anything there that I didn’t like. I’m a bit of a Vietnamese food nut, and it’s the best bet to get my fix within walking distance of the Mobile Symphony’s office.” — Scott Speck, Music Director, Mobile Symphony Orchestra
Von’s Bistro • 69 St. Michael St. 375-1113
