Josephine Chez Dumonet - Paris (France)

Beef Bourguignon is a nostalgic dish for me, as it was often served on family lunches at my grandparent’s house. Originated in Burgundy, the recipe consists of a stew made with red wine and tough beef cuts that are tenderized through a very long cooking process. The end product is a fall-apart tender beef in a dark sauce with mushrooms, carrots and eventually other vegetables.

When looking for a good beef bourguignon in Paris, Josephine Chez Dumonet inevitably comes up. And I can assure that it does not disappoint. The bubbling pot is comforting and aromatic. It comes with a side of tagliatelle that was a bit overcooked for my taste, but still served its purpose of soaking up the leftover sauce.

Even though I made my reservation solely because of the beef bourguignon, I was gladly surprised by other fantastic items on the menu as well.

One of them being the Pigeon Mille Feuille, that came with two beautiful pigeon legs on the side of the tower made golden and crispy potatoes layered with sliced pigeon. Topped with a collagenous sauce, it hit all of the right notes for me.

Another one was their pillowy Grand Marnier Soufflé. It is quite strong on the alcohol, balancing out the sweetness of the fluffy batter.

Josephine Chez Dumonet serves hearty dishes, with rich flavors that really please those passionate about French cuisine . For me, it went even beyond and made me travel back in time to a random Thursday night at my Grandma’s.

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