Dishin’: Show Me the Chaud

Our treasure known as Pike Place Market serves as the setting for an ideal progressive eating party by day. Work from one end to the other, and you can enjoy salmon, fruits, vegetables, nuts, candies, cheese, tea and more – and that’s without even opening your wallet! Spend some money and your feast continues.

So we applied a similar concept and started at the Market for a progressive dinner at some of the area restaurants. Maximilien was our first stop; we contemplated other happy hours, but decided upon Union just in time to sample from the bar menu. Our stomachs stuffed with mussels, oysters, beef tartare, sea scallops, ahi tuna, geoduck, pork belly and the goodies that accompanied them, we wondered what restaurant would make an ideal finale.

We knew the perfect place in perfect strolling distance: Le Pichet. And the perfect thing to cap off a great night of eating: Chocolate Chaud. But note that it’s not on the menu. Just ask for it.

If you recall Starbucks’ Chantico, you’re starting to get the idea. But this is much better. It’s too good to come quickly, so sit back, relax, and enjoy the bistro vibe. And it’s too good to come in a little paper cup. Prepare for porcelain, along with a bowl of fresh whipped cream. You eat it with a spoon, and while a chocolate lover can go it alone, this decadent dish is better to share with another person. This way, you can take turns saying “Wow!” and “This is great!” and “Oh my god!”

(Everything at Le Pichet looks great. We’ve enjoyed what we’ve had in the past, and would love to know your recommendations.)