Kotor, Montenegro

Saturday April 2

What a fun day!  We arose early enough for our arrival into very picturesque Kotor at sunrise.  It is located in a fjord.  This medieval city is a secluded seaside resort and UNESCO site.

Much to our surprise and excitement, We were invited to dinner at the Kitchen Table with Executive Chef Frederic.   In the morning, we walked to the local market with Chef, to purchase fresh fish and produce.  Afterwards, we visited at a nearby cafe.  

We missed our included tour, but we did not care.  We went to Old Town on our own.  It is such a quaint area with its cobbled streets, narrow winding walkways, squares, shops, restaurants and cafes.  We climbed the steep steps to the little chapel half way up the mountain.  We did not go all the way up to the fortress.  The footing was too treacherous.  We returned to old town to walk around some more.  

The Kitchen Table is a private dining area which takes a maximum of 12 guests.  Chef Frederic and his Sous Chef Marco, prepare dinner in front of their guests.  The menu consisted of tapas:  a selection of cold cuts, cheese, nuts, dates, figs, olives.  We were each given a platter which could easily have served 4 people.  This was followed by shrimps and scallops, perfectly cooked.  The main course was seared Sea Bream.  A very nice tender fish served atop veggies, and wild morel mushrooms.  Dessert was flambéed poached pears and lemon mint sorbet.  Each course was accompanied by a very nice wine presented by Edgar the Sommeilier.  It was a lovely evening with new friends.

OMG!!!  Another surprise for tomorrow!