Dinner at Maison Akira, Pasadena
Posted on Nov 26, 2009 under Archives | No Comment
Maison Akira Pasadena
A few weeks ago I visited Maison Akira in Pasadena for dinner and to interview the chef and owner, Hirose Akira.
Offering five small rooms with gilded walls, large mirrors, flowing red floral drapery, flickering candles and contemporary Impressionist artwork, this intimate restaurant offers dishes as luxurious a its design. Couples can dine on renowned Chef Akira’s compelling French creations with Pacific Rim highlights. My friend Todd and I started with an amuse of steamed egg and smoked salmon, below.
Amuse of steamed egg and smoked salmon
I had an appetizer of a trio of tuna tartare, Kona kampachi sashimi and seared scallops, Todd had the brandy flamed Maine lobster bisque.
Trio of tuna tartare
lobster bisque
The chef made his specialty, miso marinated grilled Chilean Sea Bass with Grilled ratatouille for me and Todd had the angus beef with Cabernet Sauvignon sauce and a potato gratin.
Chilean sea bass
angus beef
For dessert, I had the signature Timbal Elysee Laserre, a vanilla bean ice cream with cookie tuile and berries. Todd had the flourless chocolate cake.
Timbal dessert
chocolate dessert
I interviewed the chef after our fabulous dinner, interview is on the last blog. Maison Akira is located at 713 East Green Street in Pasadena and is a perfect place to get a great meal before heading to the Playhouse for a play.
Chef Akira and me