Showing posts with label Fresh Salt. Show all posts
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Monday, January 6, 2020

Saybrook Point Inn - Fire and Ice Festival 2020

Join Saybrook Point Inn & Spa at the Fire and Ice Festival!

Fire and Ice 2020 at Saybrook Point Inn and Spa
Photo Source: Saybrook Point Inn and Spa


Join Saybrook Point Inn, Marina & Spa on Friday, January 17, from 7 p.m. – 11 p.m. for their yearly tradition of celebrating the elements of fire and ice at this exciting annual event!

This spectacular indoor/outdoor is a "for age 21+" only event and features live music from Java Groove, ice carving demonstrations, a photo booth, and SO MUCH more! 

Specialty winter cocktails and food stations, including a raw bar, chili and s’mores, will also be available. 

Fire and Ice at Saybrook Point Inn
Photo Source: Saybrook Point Inn and Spa


Dance the night away to the sounds of Java Groove,  and be entertained by some winter fun on their terrace. Be sure to try their unique specialty cocktails and feast on an array of food including:


Chef’s Fired-Up Food Stations


Chowder & ChiliNew England Clam Chowder
Kahlua Chili (Vegan)
Corn and Lobster Bisque

Raw Bar

Local Oysters, Raw Clams

Center of the Plate

Salt Crust Smoked Chicken
BBQ Beef Sliders with fried leeks

Seafood

Swordfish with Lemon Risotto
Mussels in white wine and garlic

Dessert

S’Mores
Crème Brulee’ Torch-glazed to order
Vanilla Bean Gelato with Roasted Fig Sauce and Homemade Marshmallow


Tickets for the Fire & Ice event 
 are $69.95 per person. 

Or...stay the night and book the Fire & Ice overnight package! 

Learn more about the hotel package at: Saybrook Point Fire & Ice. The special Fire & Ice overnight package includes a one-night stay, two tickets to the event and breakfast for two at Fresh Salt. (prices vary)

Fire and Ice 2020 at Saybrook Point Inn and Spa
Photo Source: Saybrook Point Inn and Spa


Location: Saybrook Point Inn2 Bridge Street, Old Saybrook, Connecticut 06475

Cost: $69.95 per-person (Adults 21+ Only)


For more information about the seventh annual Fire & Ice Festival at Saybrook Point, or to make a room reservation, guests may call 800.243.0212 or visit www.saybrook.com.

Saybrook Point Inn & Spa

2 Bridge Street
Old Saybrook, CT  06475

800.243.0212
www.saybrook.com.


About Saybrook Point 

Situated along the picturesque shores of historic Old Saybrook, Connecticut, Saybrook Point features a collection of 100 elegantly-appointed guestrooms, a rejuvenating full-service SANNO spa, and casual fine dining restaurant Fresh Salt, as well as a unique waterfront Lighthouse Suite. In addition, the historic Three Stories and Tall Tales luxury guesthouses offer exquisite rooms that convey the story of famous local residents. The pristine Saybrook Point Marina, a landmark boating destination conveniently located at the mouth of the Connecticut River, serves as a focal point for the Inn. More information is available at www.saybrook.com.

Tuesday, May 29, 2018

Spring Menu 2018 at Saybrook Point Inn - Fresh Salt

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New Chef  de Cuisine 

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New Spring Menu

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Fresh Salt at Saybrook Point Inn



Fresh Salt - Spring Menu 2018

Join me in welcoming Chef de Cuisine Lou-Anne Langlois, a Connecticut native, to Saybrook Point Inn's restaurant, Fresh Salt.


Chef de Cuisine Lou-Anne Langlois
Photo Courtesy of Saybrook Point Inn

Chef Langlois has designed several new dishes for the Spring Dinner Menu and we couldn't wait to sample some of her new creations. So, on a recent spring night, Wendy and Greg from Connecticut Lifestyles and the cowboy and I decided to take a ride to Old Saybrook and visit Fresh Salt!


Fresh Salt Entrance

If you're not familiar with Fresh Salt, it's the main restaurant at the Saybrook Point Inn & Spa and is situated overlooking the marina and scenic Long Island Sound. Talk about a restaurant with a view!


Here are some of the items on the new menu!

For a fresh new salad there’s the Petite Candy Beet Salad, featuring Candy-Striped Beets, Beltane Farms Goat Cheese, Watermelon Radishes, Beet-Micro Bulls Blood Mix, finished with a Roasted Pistachio Dressing. 

In the mood for an appetizer? Try the Hoisin Pork Belly Sliders, with Shaved Jalapeno-Lime Coleslaw, Pickled Onions, Tahini Aioli, Caramelized Onion Naan Bread. 

While pondering our order, we started with some of Fresh Salt's signature cocktails before moving on to our appetizers. 


Cocktails at Fresh Salt
Saybrook Point Inn

For appetizers, we sampled the Fried Oysters, Crispy Duck Wings, RI Clam Chowder, and the evening's special, Gazpacho. They were all so good, but you definitely must try those duck wings and fried oysters when you go!


Five Spice Crispy Duck Wings
Sticky Sweet & Spicy Glaze


Fried Oysters
Fennel-Anjou Pear Salad, Horseradish-Lemon Dressing
Chipotle-Lime Aioli


Special of the Night
Gazpacho

Regional
Rhode Island Clam Chowder

As far as new entrees go, we heard the Grilled Grand Banks Swordfish Loin is quickly becoming a new favorite entree at Fresh Salt, served with a Green Bamboo Risotto, Baby Bok Choy, a Ginger Soy Glaze, topped with Grilled Pineapple-Scallion Salsa. So, of course the Cowboy tried that!


Grilled Grand Banks Swordfish Loin
Green Bamboo Risotto, Baby Bok Choy
Ginger Soy Glaze, Grilled Pineapple-Scallion Salsa 


They've got some great new pasta dishes too! 

Try the Pan-Seared Stonington Driver Scallops with Fresh Tagliatelle Pasta, Asparagus Tips, Tasso Ham, Spring Onions, Roasted Shallot-Parmigiano Cream, Lemon Zest, and Fresh Chives. Arctic Char, served with Beluga Lentils, Shaved Brussels Sprouts, Bacon, Leeks, Blood Orange-Ginger Sauce, Meyer Lemon Oil, and a Baby Arugula-Blood Orange Salad is another not-to-be missed new menu item.

Of course, neither Wendy or I could resist the pasta dishes, so Wendy went with the Scallops and I went with the Carbonara. Both were absolutely incredibly delicious. The carbonara was creamy rich and sooo good! Wendy's scallops were so sweet and flavorful and the pasta was unbelievably good! Fresh Salt has it going on!


Pan-Seared Stonington Diver Scallops
Fresh Tagliatelle Pasta, Asparagus Tips, Tasso Ham
Cipollini Onions, Roasted Shallot-Parmigiano Cream
Lemon Zest, Fresh Chives


Linguine Carbonara
Sweet Peas, Country Ham, Tomatoes
Garlic-Cream Sauce, Egg Yolk




A Creamy Forkful of Carbonara
Fresh Salt-Saybrook Point Inn

Greg was the evenings traditionalist and went with Fresh Salt's Filet Mignon, perfectly prepared and rested.


Filet Mignon 
Roasted Garlic-Chive Mashed Potato, Grilled Asparagus
Connecticut Blue Cheese-Rosemary Butter


Believe it or not we somehow found room for dessert - and there were also some new additions to the menu. We tried the Almond Crunch Sundae, the Brownie Sunday, the Berry Tart, and the Crème Brûlée.


Almond Crunch Sundae
Vanilla Gelato, Candied Almonds
Chocolate Sauce, Fresh Whipped Cream

Fresh Berry Tart

Brownie Sundae
Fresh Whipped Cream
Chocolate & Caramel Sauce

Crème Brûlée.

After dinner we explored the beautiful grounds of the Saybrook Point Inn and enjoyed the gorgeous sunset and cool saltwater breezes before saying goodnight to Fresh Salt after a wonderful meal.


Enjoying the beauty of the Saybrook Point Inn
Bonnie from Home Place and Wendy from CT Lifestyles


The Lighthouse Suite at Saybrook Point Inn

Be sure that you visit Fresh Salt at Saybrook Point Inn and try some of the great offerings on their spring lunch, dinner, or breakfast menus! 

You'll be glad you did!


Saybrook Point Inn 

2 Bridge Street
Old Saybrook, CT 06475
860.395.2000
www.saybrook.com


About Saybrook Point Inn

Saybrook Point, is located along the scenic shores of historic Old Saybrook, Connecticut, where the Connecticut River meets Long Island Sound. The Main Inn includes a collection of 82 classically-appointed guestrooms, many featuring water views and private balconies. The Main Inn also hosts SANNO, a relaxing and restorative full-service spa, Fresh Salt, a casual fine-dining experience, an elegant ballroom with a variety of intimate gathering spaces, perfect for private parties, meetings and receptions, and The Health Club, which is a state-of-the-art fitness center. Saybrook Point also features two luxury guesthouses, the historic Three Stories and Tall Tales both offering exquisite guestrooms that convey the story of famous Old Saybrook residents. The pristine Saybrook Point Marina, is a landmark boating destination conveniently located at the mouth of the Connecticut River, serving as a focal point for the Inn and home to the lively outdoor Marina Bar. Located at the very end of the Marina dock, is the unique waterside Lighthouse Suite, featuring breath-taking views and is available for seasonal overnight stays. More information is available at www.saybrook.com.  

About Chef Lou-Anne Langlois

Chef Langlois is no stranger to the New England coastal cuisine scene. Some of her earliest memories are intertwined with the sweet aroma of her mother’s homemade, creamy béchamel sauce, with touches of cloves and nutmeg. Langlois, conveys the warm feeling that comes with a special home-cooked meal in each of her carefully crafted dishes. One of her specialties and personal creative culinary favorites is fresh seafood. Langlois has always placed an emphasis on ocean-to-table, as well as locally sourced ingredients, which is easily acquired at Saybrook Point. With her addition to the Fresh Salt culinary team, we look forward to her passion in the kitchen, as well as some new touches to Fresh Salt's classic New England menu

Disclaimer: Portions of our visit were sponsored by Fresh Salt's management and marketing team.

Sunday, April 2, 2017

Fresh Salt at Saybrook Point - New Spring Menu

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New Spring Menu at Fresh Salt at Saybrook Point


One of my favorite things about Fresh Salt at Saybrook Point is that besides being a fine dining establishment, the atmosphere is always relaxed, casual, and fun. And needless to say, the food is ALWAYS amazing!  I think it's because Chef de Cuisine Gese Rodriguez has a simple approach - take the best local seasonal ingredients from the area's local farms and fisheries - and turn them into into a beautifully inspired dish!

Fresh Salt at Saybrook Point New Spring Menu



Fresh Salt's new Spring Menu does just that for both lunch and dinner!


Fresh Salt at Saybrook Point in Old Saybrook CT


If you're starting with lunch, choose from a selection of fresh spring salads including the Three Bean Salad with Butter Bean, Edamame Bean, Garbanzo Bean, Spring Lettuce, Pickled Red Onion, and Passion Fruit Vinaigrette ($13.95) or the Boston Lettuce-Trevisano Salad with Pickled Kumquat, Roasted Cherry Tomato Toasted Walnut, Goat Cheese, and Port Wine Vinaigrette ($13.95).

Fresh Salt at Saybrook Point Kale Salad Spring Menu

 Swiss Chard-Baby Kale Salad
Ruby Red Grapefruit, Apricots, Parmesan-Polenta Crouton
Manchego Cheese, Maple-Muscatel Vinaigrette


For lunch you can savor a variety of sandwiches served with house-made Kettle Chips including: Croque-Madame with Honey Ham, Mustard, Fontina, and Fried Egg on Sourdough Bread ($14.95) and Smoked Duck Panini with Manchego Cheese, Membrillo, Duck Breast, and Arugula on a Ciabatta Roll ($18.95).

Fresh Salt at Saybrook Point Oysters Rockefeller Spring Menu
Oysters Rockefeller 
Spinach, Garlic, Fennel, Pernod

If you're up for a more hearty meal, you will love Fresh Salt specialties such as Seafood Risotto with Mussel, Scallop, Monkfish, Sweep Pea, Mushroom, Cherry Tomato, and Lemon-Parmesan Sauce ($20.95), Cajun Shrimp Tacos with Avocado Purée, Pickled Red Onion, Radish, Cotija Cheese, Roasted Red Pepper, Shaved Lettuce, Corn Tortilla, and Sriracha Mayonnaise ($22.95), and Open-faced Poached Salmon with Bacon, Kalamata Olive Tapenade, Baby Arugula, Pickled Onion, and Sour Dough Bread ($19.95).

Fresh Salt at Saybrook Point Sirachia Calamari Spring Menu
 Sriracha-Style Calamari
Golden Brown, Sweet Chili Glaze
Spicy Cherry Peppers, Julienne Fresh Vegetables, Scallions


As the sun sets, the dinner menu awakens. and here's where the party really begins with several delicious spring dishes including Broccoli-Avocado-Pistachio Soup ($7.95/$10.95), Burrata-Prosciutto Purses with Prosciutto-wrapped Burrata, Caramelized Fig, Melon Gazpacho, and Muscatel Glace ($15.95), and Veal-stuffed Shells Pasta with Braised Veal, Ricotta Cheese, Mozzarella, and Roasted-Tomato Puree ($15.95).

Fresh Salt at Saybrook Point Seafood Salad Plateau Spring Menu
 Fresh Salt Plateau
6 Clams, 6 Oysters, 3 Jumbo Shrimp


After those wonderful starters,  it's time to move on to a divine selection of fresh seafood including Pan-roasted Cod Loin with Crispy Potato, Little Neck Clams, and Sweet Pea-Leek Velouté ($29.95), Roasted Swordfish Loin with Quinoa, Barley, Spinach, and Passion Fruit-Ginger Sauce ($32.95),

Fresh Salt at Saybrook Point Cod Loin Spring Menu
Pan-roasted Cod Loin
with Crispy Potato, Little Neck Clams,
and Sweet Pea-Leek Velouté




Fresh Salt at Saybrook Point Swordfish Loin Spring Menu
Roasted Swordfish Loin
with Quinoa, Barley, Spinach,
and Passion Fruit-Ginger Sauce


Yes, seafood dishes are one of Fresh Salt's specialties and their new spring menu also includes Pan-seared Black Pearl Scottish Salmon with Roasted Cherry Tomato-Sweet Pea Fregola Sarda ($29.95), and Bacon-wrapped Monkfish with Sugar Pea Risotto and Red Cabbage Coulis ($29.95). That salmon was divine - cooked a perfect medium rare and it's definitely my #1 reason for a return trip to Fresh Salt!


Fresh Salt at Saybrook Point Salmon Spring Menu
Pan-seared Black Pearl Scottish Salmon
with Roasted Cherry Tomato-Sweet Pea Fregola Sarda 




Fresh Salt at Saybrook Point Bacon Wrapped Monkfish Spring Menu
Bacon-wrapped Monkfish
with Sugar Pea Risotto and Red Cabbage Coulis


Are you a pasta lover? You simply must try Fresh Salt’s house-made pasta and vegan entrees including Garganelli Carbonara with Pancetta, Sweet Pea, Spring Squash, Shiitake Mushroom, Parmesan-broth Sauce, and Poached Egg ($28.95), Cauliflower Steak with pan-roasted Cauliflower, Ratatouille Sauce, and Sautéed Escarole ($27.95), Rotelle Pasta with Pine Nuts, Fava Bean, Radicchio, Roasted Cauliflower, Pecorino Cheese, and White Wine Sauce ($27.95).

Fresh Salt at Saybrook Point Cioppino Spring Menu
Fresh Salt-Style Cioppino
Shrimp, Scallops, Calamari, Mussels, Swordfish
Tomato, Saffron Essence, Capellini, Crusty Ciabatta, Parmigiano



Have a sweet tooth? You won't regret the extra calories after sampling the Pineapple Upside Down Bread Pudding, Tiramisu Cheesecake, Dairy Free Coconut Sorbet, the Brownie Sundae and SO MANY others from the spring dessert menu!


Fresh Salt at Saybrook Point Coconut Sorbet Spring Menu
Coconut Sorbet

 Saybrook Point Pineapple Upside Down Bread Pudding Spring Menu
Pineapple Upside Down
Bread Pudding


 Saybrook Point Brownie Sundae Spring Menu
Brownie Sundae

There you have it! Simply put, Fresh Salt is more than just a restaurant; it is a place to enjoy sublime service, the pleasure of your dining companions, and drink in some of the most breathtaking views of  Long Island Sound you've ever seen, complete with a lighthouse suite right there in their own marina!

Saybrook Point Inn and Marina - Lighthouse Suite


Fresh Salt is where you can experience fresh ingredients and robust flavors, all available daily for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Stop in for a great meal, or for handcrafted cocktails and light bites in the evening,  each made to perfectly enhance your dining experience.

Fresh Salt at Saybrook Point - Spring Cocktails


Reservations are recommended, and may be made by calling 860-395-2000.

Fresh Salt at Saybrook Point

2 Bridge Street
Old Saybrook, CT 06475
860-395-2000
http://www.saybrook.com/restaurant/fresh-salt/

About Saybrook Point 


Situated along the picturesque shores of historic Old Saybrook, Connecticut, Saybrook Point features a collection of 100 elegantly-appointed guestrooms, a rejuvenating full-service SANNO spa, and casual fine dining restaurant Fresh Salt, as well as a unique waterside Lighthouse Suite. In addition, the historic Three Stories and Tall Tales luxury guesthouses offer exquisite rooms that convey the story of famous local residents. The pristine Saybrook Point Marina, a landmark boating destination conveniently located at the mouth of the Connecticut River, serves as a focal point for the Inn. More information is available at www.saybrook.com


Disclaimer: We were invited to this new spring menu sampling by members of Fresh Salt's management and marketing team, however, all views expressed are our own.

© Home Place 2017
Fresh Salt at the Saybrook Point Inn Menu, Reviews, Photos, Location and Info - Zomato

Thursday, February 16, 2017

Wine Pairing at Fresh Salt with Joel Gott Winery

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We were finally able to attend one of the amazing dinners as part of the Cuisine Series at Saybrook Point's restaurant, Fresh Salt. We've been downright drooling over every menu that we've viewed from this series - so to finally be able to partake in this wine tasting and dinner pairing that was featuring the wines from Joel Gott was a dream come true!

The Joel Gott Winery features wines grown from the short and cooler growing season of California, Washington, and Oregon, giving a crisp and clean flavor to their wines.



As always, Fresh Salt's beautiful ambiance added to a pleasurable meal, as well as dining with friends Wendy and Greg from ConnecticutLifestyles.com. In addition, we were fortunate enough to be seated with Robert Rustico, sommelier from Connecticut Distributors (who distribute Joel Gott Wines) and Jeremy Doyle representing Joel Gott Wines. It was truly a wine educating experience!

Here is a photo pictorial of our Fresh Salt and Joel Gott wine pairing dinner.

Cheese Table and Passed Hors d’oeuvres

Lamb Meatballs Pops, Crabmeat Cannoli, Lobster Arancini

Our hors d’oeuvres were paired with a delicious Pinot Gris - which was actually my favorite wine of the evening!

Pinot Gris, Joel Gott, 2015, Willamette Valley, Oregon

First Course

Duck Confit Taco


Duck Tacos with Dark Cherry-Chipotle Salsa, Crumbled Goat Cheese

This delicate dish paired beautifully with Joel Gott Sauvignon Blanc

Sauvignon Blanc, Joel Gott, 2015, California

Second Course

Steel Head Trout

Steel Head Trout with Shiitake-Leek Tart, Passion Fruit-Ginger Sauce

This was my first time tasting Steel Head Trout. Wow! It was so good - a bit reminiscent of salmon.


Chardonnay, Joel Gott, 2015, California


Third Course

Sweet & Spicy Bacon Wrapped Filet Mignon

Filet Mignon served with Butternut Squash Ravioli, Morel Mushroom Sauce

I wish my photo could do justice to this delicious filet - it was incredibly tender - and literally cut with a fork.  Paired with the Pinot Noir, it was a win-win!


Pinot Noir, Joel Gott, 2014, Willamette Valley, Oregon


Fourth Course

Olive Oil Poached Halibut

Halibut with Valencia Rice, Roasted White Asparagus, Fennel Saffron Sauce

This hearty fish went well with our Cabernet Sauvignon

Cabernet Sauvignon, Joel Gott, 2012, Napa Valley, CA

Fifth Course

Seven Sins Chocolate Cake

Chocolate Cake, Chocolate Frosting, Chocolate Ganache, Black Cherry Sauce

I'll confess that I'm more of a milk chocolate lover than a dark chocolate lover - but this cake, the ganache, and the black cherry sauce made me a convert - and with the grenache wine (another first for me) I'm calling this my favorite pairing of the night!


Grenache, Joel Gott, 2014, California


After all this beautiful wine and food - we took a walk of the beautiful grounds at Saybrook Point Inn before heading home for the night with some new favorite wines to enjoy this season!

Visit Fresh Salt to learn more about their upcoming events 

as part of their  Cuisine Series 

http://www.saybrook.com/saybrook-point-inn-cuisine-series/

Fresh Salt at Saybrook Point

2 Bridge Street
Old Saybrook, CT 06475
860.395.2000
http://www.saybrook.com/restaurant/




About Saybrook Point


Situated along the picturesque shores of historic Old Saybrook, Connecticut, Saybrook Point features a collection of 100 elegantly-appointed guestrooms, a rejuvenating full-service SANNO spa, and casual fine dining restaurant Fresh Salt, as well as a unique waterside Lighthouse Suite. In addition, the historic Three Stories and Tall Tales luxury guesthouses offer exquisite rooms that convey the story of famous local residents. The pristine Saybrook Point Marina, a landmark boating destination conveniently located at the mouth of the Connecticut River, serves as a focal point for the Inn. More information is available at www.saybrook.com.


About Joel Gott Wines


Since their start in 1996, they have selected the best fruit from growing regions in California, Oregon and Washington, blended to create more balanced, clean, complex, and elegant wines. Joel Gott Wines are all geared towards giving their customers expressive and food-friendly wines at great prices. Try one soon! I hope you enjoy them as much as I did - and let me know what you think!

Disclaimer: We were invited to the Joel Gott Wine Pairing dinner by members of Saybrook Point's marketing and management team, however, all opinions expressed are our own.
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