YU AT ALDERLEY EDGE
Manchester members and guests gathered at Cheshire's newest, brightest, award winning Chinese restaurant. We were warmly welcomed by co-owner Vinny Yu (brother Victor is the chef) and general manager Kostas.
First course of wok seared scallops and wild mushrooms with chilli and garlic was a huge success with great flavours, accompanied by Muscadet 'La Divatte' the acidity of which worked very well. Next a palate cleaner of Trou Champenois, a cucumber sorbet served with Tribaut Rose which was a delicious,very light and delicate champagne.Deconstructed crispy duck pancakes followed, very different from those we are used to, comprising very thin slices of delicate breast meat, delicious crispy pieces with vegetables and pancakes; a very well executed dish served with Tondeluna Tinto Joven, unoaked, refreshing,fruity and light. USA grain fed ribeye in Sichuan pepper sauce was our main course; melt in the mouth tenderness, full of flavour and the subtle oak of the H and B Minervois married well with the peppery spice. Finally coconut and pandan creme with sliced caramelised pineapple was beautifully presented, the flavours combining perfectly, being described by one member as the best pudding he had had in a long time. An interesting pairing was Michaela Olorosso which was fresh and zesty, helping to cleanse.
The wines were presented by Jerome Boullier of Morgenrot Wines who was charming informative and patient. This was undoubtably a most successful event, great food, interesting pairings and good company in very attractive surroundings with helpful and attentive staff, so much so that a number of members asked if we may have a return visit.
Ronnie Costello