ENSO: RABBIT CONFIT COOKED IN DUCK FAT WITH BANANA CURRY YOGURT ICE CREAM? BRING IT ON!
The Cost - $25 per person
The Atmosphere – Though a bit out of the way of the main part of the city, this East Belgrade restaurant features a modern, sleek and minimalist design that is pleasing to the eyes. Enso is the perfect place for a date night or a special celebration.
Traditional Serbian food is delicious but can be a bit repetitive given the heavy focus on meat and potatoes. In looking for something a bit more modern, I found Enso, a modern fine dining restaurant located in East Belgrade that has French, Asian, Italian and Serbian influences.
The Order - Rabbit, Duck Confit Croquettes, Octopus, Chicken Sous, Banana Curry Yogurt Ice Cream and Marscapone Cake.
The Phenomenal - One of the few dishes to ever reach this top rating, the rabbit was out of this world. Rabbit confit cooked in duck fat served on a spinach coulis with banana curry yogurt ice cream, the combination of flavors, textures and temperatures was mind blowing. One of the best dishes I have ever tried in my life. The Banana Curry Yogurt Ice cream was so amazing, I asked them to make another serving of it for dessert.
The Fantastic - The Duck Confit Croquettes were also incredible. While it didn’t have the texture of duck, these little croquettes packed quite a flavor combination with feta cheese and passionfruit purée making this dish both creative and delicious. The Chicken Sous, a fried chicken dish with a creamy white wine sauce, potatoes and truffle shavings, was also fantastic. Tender and juicy, this is yet another can’t miss dish. Last but not least in this category, the Marscapone Cake was served with orange mousse, milk ice cream and a cookie crumble to once again create a beautiful mix of incredible flavors and textures.
The Great - The Octopus, grilled with potatoes and a slightly spicy herb sauce, was presented in a stunningly beautiful way and tasted so good. The picture speaks for itself.
The Verdict - Hats off to the incredible chefs at Enso who make absolutely brilliant food and serve it in a lovely setting. Enso is a top value pick and a must-visit restaurant if you are anywhere near Belgrade. Trust me.