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Interior of é by Jose Andrés
One cannot be a self-proclaimed foodie, until a visit to one of the toughest and most-coveted reservations in Las Vegas, é by José Andrés at the Cosmopolitan. It’s a bit of a trick to define the dining experience at é by José Andrés as with most of the culinary gastronomy dining experiences. But expect nothing short of a table side performance put on by the chefs with their 20-plus Tapa style courses. Booking is open for three months in advance and everything is paid upfront for the tasting so most people don’t miss this unique adventure.
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- Edible Amouse Bouché
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- A mode of Jose’s hand welcoming guests
The nine-seat chef’s table hidden inside Jaleo has two seating at 5:30 and 8:30 p.m. every night except Monday. The small but not crammed room features a dramatic red glass wall with red velvet curtain and adorn with chef Andres memories and personal thoughts. Almost all of the many dishes came from the prep-area/mini-kitchen in the back and then cooked and prepared right at the table by the chefs, meticulously plated with tweezers, dry ice embellishments and novelty dishware that were custom made in Spain. Everything was choreographed and timed beautifully, the chefs gave details about each dish, there was commentary on the history, and Chef Andrés’ philosophy, intent and thinking and running jokes about the plating.
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- Beat Rose
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- Stone – which are cheeses
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- “Wonder Bread”
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- Meringue stuffed with Foie Gras and Persimmon
During our dinner, we received 21 courses which started with “The perfect bite” – Cava Sangria, an edible sphere cocktail filled with white sangria made from Cava, gin and fruit. ext comes a trio of cheese courses, appropriately named: beet rose (beet and manchego rose on a walnut raisin wafer), stones (Idiazabal cheese glazed in jamon iberico fat and rosemary oil), and a Spanish pizza margarita ( San Simon crema, freeze dried tomatoes). Each one is inventive, ingenious, and technically perfect. Next comes perhaps the cutest dish of the night: Wonder Bread (apple meringue, foie gras, persimmon). Decadent foie gras mousse and persimmon sandwiched between two meringue shaped like white bread is a play on PB&J.
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- Edible Sangria
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- Edible Sangria
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- Live scallops with white truffle cream shell
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- Live scallops with white truffle cream shell
After this, the meal becomes a blur. I could go on and on, but I will highlight some of my favorites after the Wonder Bread. This includes:
– Uni and Lardo
– “Esparragos Escabeche” – Holland White Asparagus, Escabeche Air, Sasanian Royal Oseitra Cavia, Frozen Egg Yolks
– “Txangurro a la Donostiarra” – Dungeness Crab with Spanish Sofrita, Crab Broth, Toasted Panko Bread Crumbs
– Foie Royale
– “Fricando” – Australian Wagyu Beef Cheek, Pine Nuts Praline, Morels, Gnocchi
– “Empanada” – Foie Gras and Corn Nuts
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- “Empanadas”
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- Foie gras and corn nut stuffed in cotton candy
The desserts were also mind-blowing:
– “Miel Y Mato” – Ricotta, Honey Gelee, Hazelnut Praline, Brown Butter Croutons, Walnut Cream
– “Intxaursaltsa” – Walnut Cream, Fresh Cherries, Walnut Praline, Strawberries and Cream
– “Flan” – Vanilla Custard, Bitter Caramel, Orange Syrup, Spanish Snow
By the end of our meal, I was left amazed. The menu and everything about the experience was magical. The courses were whimsical as they were technically perfect. I don’t often praise fine dining experience as I’m usually left feeling stuffed but unsatisfied and shocked by the sticker price, but this is one dining experience that was worth every penny. If you are ever in Las Vegas, you must try é by José Andrés.
Wow this looks and sounds like an amazing experience. The food look absolutely stunning and so unique! Thank you for sharing your experience with us!
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What a fantastic experience! It’s great that you were able to score the reservations! Thanks for hosting and have a great week!
-Katie
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This is not just the food, it is an art on a place and an experience that you will never forget. I love eating at places like that
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1. The food looks absolutely amazing. You have the coolest foodie experiences, Sheree, and I’m jealous! 😉
2. Thank you SO much for the feature! I’m honored! Love linking up here and getting to know all you wonderful ladies.
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Natalie
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Such a truly fascinating place! Really love the atmosphere and creativity within the food. Definitely makes me look forward to visiting the West Coast soon!
These all look amazing! It’s practically artwork!
Wow! It is almost too pretty to eat! Thanks for sharing.
Shelbee
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The cuisine here looks decadent and delightful! I would love to have a special meal here. Thanks for sharing!
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The food looks absolutely amazing, like works of art!! Thanks for sharing and for hosting today:)
Marta
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This is the kind of places that we love so much. If you loved this, then you would also love True in Chicago!!
Because it’s not just about the food and presentation—but the whole experience. And some of those serving dishes were so incredible!!!
XOXO
Jodie
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Wow this is an experience indeed! Love how unusual this all is and my favourite needs to be the dessert!
Tatyana x
LAFOTKA
Ohhhh Obsessed with the Food Darling:)
Everything Looks Stunning and Super Delicious:)
I want to try sooo much:)
I am a big Foodaholic:)
Kisses Karina
That all looks so good!!!!!!!! Just stunning food!!!
Everything looks delicious, and what beautiful presentation! This place sounds like such an experience, and I’ll have to remember it next time I’m out that way!
Rachael
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Definitely was a very interesting and magical experience.. I’m glad you feel good and the dessert w shell form .
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Eva
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I really love restaurants like this – ones that are experimental in some way. It’s always so fun and makes the food an experience rather than just a meal. This place looks great!
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This is what I call a dining experience! This is why eating out is a hobby to some, because you get a total experience depending on the place you go and this sounds like the place to be! Wow! I’m sure you had a blast and the food was delicious. It looks like art!
Edible sangria? That’s incredible! All of the food looks so devine. Looks like it was an amazing experience! Loved your post girlie.
Sweet as Fiction xx
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Wow, what an incredible dining experience! I would love to try the edible sangria!
Emma xxx
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I saw this on your Insta stories and wow the details on the food was just AMAZING. Looks like you enjoyed it. I will definitely have to check this place out when I go to VEGAS.
WOW the food had to be wonderful – your photography was incredible. Very envious of your experience.
Xxgracie
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All the dishes served in this post are just… wow. I’ve never seen anything like these! I love trying new and interesting things so I think I would really enjoy this restaurant 🙂 You’re always dining at the most beautiful places it seems like!
xo Samantha
What a magnificent experience! all the dishes look so exquisite and I’m craving always for dessert. I really need to visit this place asap! thank you for sharing your experience with us!! xx. Gina
All of this food is presented so well and looks like a piece of art (and delicious!).
Carrie
Wow what an amazing experience! All of your dishes look like works or art and they all sound delicious. Thanks for sharing your review! If I’m ever in Vegas, I’ll have to remember to plan ahead for this.
xo, Jo