SpectacularSummer Flashback2016, Gran Cru'...Do, Chef Nino Di Costanzo, Dani' Maison, Ischia (Na)

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The Gran Cru'...Do by Chef Nino Di Costanzo.  Yes, I've written about it before (here), but you know how it is.  All it takes is just a couple of likes on social media to remind you about that spectacular summer lunch even though it was a few months back. And that's exactly what happened today.  This snapshot of Chef Nino Di Costanzo's Gran Cru'...Do, Raw Seafood Platter stirred up memories, emotions, and the desire to purchase a ferry ticket to Ischia to relive the experience one more time before Di Costanzo closes up his Dani' Maison for the winter.
Glancing at the photographs of this amazing appetizer, I was instantly transported back to my seat in the kitchen - a highly prized spot at Di Costanzo's chef's table.





I remember the light coming through the left side  window - how it danced/shone/played with the colors of the Murano glass dishes -inches thick.  I remember my server placing each dish down - patiently piece by piece. Describing each delicacy with the same spirit as if he was reciting a poem or a piece of classic literature.



It was practically impossible to keep a poker face as we bloggers are supposed to have.  So I didn't. I remember smiling for nearly three hours that day.
Beginning with that amazing appetizer at Dani' Maison.

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