If you’re a foodie like me, you’ve definitely heard of one of the best chefs of our time, Thomas Keller. The French Laundry, his Michelin three star piece de resistance is on top of my food bucket list. With a 6 month wait list and extremely high price point, we opted for his best alternative, Bouchon.
Located in the heart of a cute little Californian wine town named Yountville, it’s pretty hard to miss. The red exterior gives it away.
Greeted by the friendliest of staff, we were escorted to our table. The perfect seats for a 180 degree view of the restaurant.
Starting with delicious cocktails, a shellfish tower and flawless deviled eggs, we were off to a great start.
Oh! Did I mention the bread? Knotted and shaped like leaves, served warm right on your table (literally, no plates!) it’s the perfect amuse bouche.
For the mains, R had the boudin noir (blood sausage), which comes on a bed of heart warming mashed potatoes and white wine poached apples.As for moi, I had one of the daily specials; Seared Sol with fingerling potatoes.
Both dishes were perfectly executed and somehow tasted like fall…
Sweater dress Banana Republic similar, lace undergarment, boots Mango similar, bag Michael Kors similar
Although the desert menu looked appetizing, we had our minds set on something else. We skipped pudding at the restaurant for obvious reasons, and headed next door to the infamous Bouchon Bakery to pick up a set of their delicious macaroons.
Can you blame us?
XoXo,
Tamara
The photo’s are gorgeous!!
X Merel
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We tried to get into the French Laundry once too, but had no luck! I didn’t know about Bouchon! The meal looks fabulous Tamara!
And I love your lace extender—I’ve been thinking of getting one for my dresses—is your adjustable on the straps?
jodie
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what a charming place to eat! those boots are super cute!
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Sounds and looks like you had a lovely time! Also love your outfit, so good with the lace hinting below! Xx
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Such a cute spot! And loving that sweater dress <3
Green Fashionista
Everything looks absolutely delicious and the place looks so charming. This is definitely going on my list of places to visit.
xo, Whitney and Blaire
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Such a great outfit girl! That lace trim is such a gorgeous touch to your sweater dress.. I’m obsessed! Bouchon looks like an amazing restaurant.. I will definitely have to check it out sometime 🙂
Xo Jessi,
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The food looks yummy and I love the lace peeking out of the sweater dress.
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This place looks so awesome and the outfit looked perfect for the occasion.
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I am so jealous that you got to go French Laundry. So delish! I stayed in Yountville and loved the beauty. You captured it in these photos.
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In love with this! The lace peeking under the sweater is so cute
Enclothed Cognition
Your boots are stunning! Love the bag too! Looks like a gorgeous place to be!
Raindrops of Sapphire
Cute outfit and food looks amazing!
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That looks like a beautiful spot!
and love the dress you are wearing
Have a great day!
x Sandra
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OMG all the food looks amazing, I’m loving the macaroons! Btw, your boots are spectacular ♥
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Beautiful photos! You look lovely and your lunch looked really yummy! 🙂 xx
6 months waiting list! Wow.
Anyway, I really love your photos and your cute outfits.
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Gorgeous, girl! I always love your outfits!
xo, Lily
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Sounds divine! Gorgeous pictures. And I love the hint of lace peeking out underneath your dress.
xx Yasmin
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I love this post! The photos are so charming and lovely, and your outfit is adorable! I love the sweater dress with the lacy undergarment peaking out. And those booties with the 60’s retro hoop buckles are so fun. Thanks for sharing! XO
Janea | theSTYLetti
OMG that looks delicious! I am sure it tastes exactly as how it seems to taste!!!
xx Margaret
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The food looks amazing!! And I love your shoes!
Adi xx
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I love the pictures and the outfit. Awesome. You look great and so does the background.
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Sounds like quite the charmer. I love the bread. It’s small attention to detail like that which always wins me over. Macarons don’t hurt either
Sxx
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Oh, my! It is close to bed time and these pictures are making me hungry! The place looks amazing and the food so delicious! And, you my friend are so beautiful! I love the black lace detail peeking from under your sweater dress!
xo Debbie | http://www.tothineownstylebetrue.com
You’re looking fabulous Tamara and all of the food is so delicious!
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Obsessed with those boots!! And your layers. You put together such a good outfit. The food looks and sounds great.
Amy Ann
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My favorite stop in Yountville, love your photos Tamara 🙂
xx
Lauren
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