PARLES VOUS FRANÇAIS? A little bit of
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France in Cherry Creek, inside and out. LEFT: The Beet Salad with oranges and watermelon radishes
sourcing; dairy, eggs, herbs, chicken and venison are all local or regional. Unlike many restaurants with multiple locations, they don’t insist upon using one supplier to ensure consistency, instead working with local vendors to provide excellence.
Such distinctive quality is on display in the desserts available to cap off a meal. The chocolate mousse and tarte au citron are standouts. Most chocolate mousses are glorified pudding. Now, no need to knock pudding, but don’t call it a mousse. The confec-
tion at Le Bilboquet, on the other hand, is fluffy enough to sit in the proper category. Served alongside a mound of whipped cream, it is a delight. However, the tarte au citron was the standout. Neither lemon nor lime but a melding of the two atop a buttery crust with a perfect meringue topping, it is sweet and zippy. If you’re dining with someone who doesn’t enjoy chocolate or wants a lighter treat, it is the one to try. So, when is the best time to drop by Le Bilboquet? Lunch, dinner or Sunday brunch are all great options, though worth noting are “Champagne Saturdays”—every Saturday during brunch from 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., featuring a live DJ and a full brunch menu with a rotating champagne partner each week. In any case, you’ll find a warm welcome and delicious food. Elizabeth Kosar is a writer and communications strategist. She adores most cuisine, particularly desserts.
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