L’Assiette - Paris (France)

Although Cassoulet originates from southern France, it was one of the dishes that I was more excited to eat during my days in Paris. I hold this slow-cooked white bean stew dearly in my heart and was eager to find a good one in the city.

Not much effort was needed to come across L’Assiette, an excellent neighborhood bistro from @rathgeberdavid. It is located a bit farther away from the city center, which meant a pleasant bike ride to open up the appetite and build expectations.

Expectations that were exceeded by the aforementioned cassoulet. The beans were nicely cooked, offering a gentle resistance upon being bitten. The stew in itself was dense and rich, while the combination of different meats took everything to the next level. It was served fresh and bubbling hot, with a beautiful dark brown crust on top.

The escargots were also sublime, immersed in a garlic and parsley paste under a crispy and oily crouton. It might just have been my favorite ever, setting a new standard when it comes to these flavorful snails.

White asparagus were in season, so we could not miss out on a cold soup made with them, that gave a refreshing touch to an otherwise very hearty meal.

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