The text appears to be a script from a food adventure in Seattle, Washington. It starts with the hosts discussing their morning routine and their decision to eat salmon, a common food in the Pacific Northwest. They visit three different restaurants to taste salmon dishes and discuss the quality of the salmon and the preparation methods.
The first stop is Emerald City Fish and Chips, where they try a two-piece salmon and chips dish. The hosts appreciate the spicy tartar sauce and the flavor of the salmon. They also learn about the importance of freshness and quality in the fish.
Next, they visit a place that serves smoked salmon chowder, which they describe as the best chowder they've ever had. They also mention the scenery in Seattle and how it enhances the dining experience.
The final stop is Aqua by El Gaucho, where they try a simple preparation of fresh wild Alaskan king salmon with chanterelles and a lavender beurre blanc. The hosts praise the quality of the salmon and the preparation, stating that the best salmon they ate that day came from Aqua.
Overall, the hosts seem to have had a great time exploring Seattle's culinary scene and tasting the high-quality salmon that the city is famous for. They also discuss the importance of quality, freshness, and the traditional Northwest flavors in the preparation of salmon.
1. The group is in Seattle, Washington, and is ready to eat salmon.
2. They are visiting three different salmon restaurants in Seattle.
3. The first restaurant they visit is Emerald City Fish and Chips.
4. The owner of Emerald City Fish and Chips is Steve Allen.
5. They are trying the two-piece salmon and chips, which costs $8.25.
6. The salmon is seasoned with a unique spicy sauce made in-house.
7. The second restaurant they visit is Ivers Salmon House, where they try smoked salmon crostini with herb bread.
8. The salmon is served with a preserved lemon fennel beurre blanc sauce, a drizzle of black truffle, and fresh horseradish.
9. The third restaurant they visit is Aqua by El Gaucho, where they try fresh wild Alaskan king salmon with chanterelles and a lavender beurre blanc.
10. The best salmon they ate that day came from Aqua by El Gaucho.
11. The salmon was grilled and seasoned with clarified butter, salt, garlic, and paprika.
12. The salmon had the highest fat content and omega-3 fatty acids.
13. The salmon was grilled until it was perfectly tender, with a nice caramelization.
14. The salmon was served with a light layer of sauce and topped with fried leeks.
15. The salmon was paired with a Chardonnay wine.
16. The salmon was described as succulent and tasting like a perfectly cooked steak.
17. The salmon was described as a high-quality fish, with its freshness and never-been-frozen status.
18. The salmon had a marbling that was described as "nice".
19. The salmon had a fat content that was described as "good".
20. The salmon was described as being worth it for its price.