Skate Roulade - take a look at the texture of the fish: it soft and extremely tender.

www.adinnerparty.net/2009/05/excuse-for-cookies.html

Poached Egg:

-egg poached @57C, Vermont maple syrup, chives, whipped cream, sea salt.

Much have been said about this preparation - it's nothing new, but it's still a hit. The preparation pictured is identical to that of Manresa, described and pictured by ulterior epicure.

One of the ladies at my dinner table said: "I could eat twelve more of these...", which is exactly how an amuse should be, I think.

Please take a look at the entire Dinner in Sioux Falls picture set.