Plated or Family style?

I love the art of plating food, It takes patience, precision, and skill. I also love going to a restaurant that serves their food

 "Family Style". 

It is easier for me to appreciate a beautiful plated dish, but I would rather eat at the place that serves family style.

Here are some of the dishes I have made at work.

Pork Osso Bucco w/ Saffron Risotto & Gremolata

Grilled Prawns w/ Creamy Polenta & Summer bean Salad

Grilled Ribeye w/ Black kale & Olive oil mashed potatoes

Grilled Steelhead w/ Carmelized hedgehog mushrooms, Lardons, & summer beans

Seared Scallops w/ Squash Puree, Crispy speck, & Madeira glace

Grilled Yellow tail w/ Pea Puree, Asparagus tips, Artichoke hearts, & lemonciello vinaigrette

This is what makes my job fun, to be able to see all these dishes go out to the table, see the glowing faces, and then an empty plate coming back. That is what it is about, Its about the people.

Here are some examples of what Family style looks like in a Restaurant

There is definitely a comfort level of sitting down to a table that looks like these right? The community feel to it. Sharing, and not worrying about anyone leaving the table hungry.

This brings back memories of my childhood that I will never forget. Everyone should experience this.

So what would you rather have? Plated or Family Style?

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