Last night, I had the joy of dining at BLT steakhouse in West Hollywood for my friend's birthday. As usual, they delivered everything perfectly, course after course. I started with thick cut bacon that will make any one's mouth water. And then the popovers made with cheese in the dough were to die for, as always. I had been craving their spinach salad topped with blue cheese, grated egg, and more bacon, and it was so good I had to stop myself from finishing it to save room for steak. Filet with blue cheese sauce was cooked to a perfect medium rare, served sizzling on a cask iron skillet. Dessert is always my favorite course: apricot donuts with maraschino and brandy ice cream, carrot cake, spice cookies, and peanut butter chocolate mouse.
More than any of the food however, I always appreciate BLT for the service and sommelier's knowledge and enthusiasm. Mark, the sommelier, remembered us, even though it has been six months since we first met him, and knew just what we were looking for. I learn something new every time I am there, for instance, 100% Mourvedre wines are being produced and are fabulous, "kick you in the face" reds. I discovered my favorite dessert wine at BLT. Created in Uruguay, in a port style, it tastes like "liquid tootsie rolls." Mark picked out our first wine, and was quick to offer a second fabulous selection when we were ready. We received complimentary Rose to cleanse our palate after cocktails, and the after dinner drinks were on him. We feel like VIPs every time we dine there, and it is why we keep going back. We never feel pressured to eat faster, order excessively, or spend more than we are comfortable with. It is just a great dining experience over all. Go and enjoy!
PS: This is what I wore today.
Top: bebe
Skirt Shorts: Express
Shoes: bebe
Necklace: H&M
