(a Dining Experience by Laurent Tourondel)
By Steven O. Evans, PhD
Are you ready for the superfecta of dining – food, service, atmosphere, and the perfect view? Then stop by our friends at DUNE by Laurent Tourondel, 2200 N Ocean Blvd, Fort Lauderdale,FL 33305 (www.DuneByLT.com)
Go early to sit by the bar and have a drink (or 2 . . or 3?) to enjoy the spectacular view of the beach and ocean. Leave the day’s stress behind with a Calamari and Shrimp Fritti, a Crispy Spicy Tuna Nigiri, or a Mushroom Truffle Flatbread. A great place to go solo with your thoughts, take that special someone, or your favorite business client to seal that deal you have been working on.
Their bartender staff will make sure you’re taken care of. Try the Peach Spritz and let me know what you think (Steven@OutClique.com). The Froze (Pink Flamingo Rose, Wheatley Vodka, Giffard Creme de Cassis) is a relaxing, cold treat. Something a little different? The Cucumber Cooler with Grey Goose Vodka, Saint Germaine, cucumber, and m int (unfortunately, this doesn’t count for your vegetable of the day).
And what’s for dinner? Be bold and ask the server to surprise you. There’s no wrong answer here, students of the palate. The smell of the salt air beckons the Seafood Salad (lobster, calamari, red shrimp, endives, citrus segment, and blood orange, vinaigrette). Every bite is an amazing burst of the sea. The Grilled Branzino Filet is also a specialty with lemon broth, fennel, artichoke, hummus, coriander, and confit lemon.
From the land, the 28 Days Aged 22oz Ribeye Steak, Grilled Australian Lamb Chops, or Organic Chicken “Diablo” are ones not to miss. For pasta, definitely the Spaghetti Lobster “Fra Diavolo.”
With many side dishes, nigiri, sashimi, and desserts to choose from, you’ll want to go back time after time to enjoy all DUNE has to offer.
So make your reservations now for DUNE by Laurent Tourondel, 2200 N Ocean Blvd, Fort Lauderdale,FL 33305. www.DuneByLT.com (754) 900-4059 – and make every moment count!
