La Mint. #3

last night - went to La Mint again!

for a birthday, at the favourite restaurant :)

upon arrival, we started with a refreshing drink, the Saigon 9 a refreshing mix of bombay sapphire, cherry heering liqueur, pineapple, orange, lime and contreau;

Saigon 9

we then had an incredible FOUR entrees!
Entree #1: the Nem - a different way to present spring rolls!

nem

accompanied by this supposedly amazing wine (didn't try it)

Bin 95, 1997

Entree #2: Vine Beef Rolls - grilled mince beef wrapped in vine leaves..

vine beef rolls

the inside.

Entree #3: Grilled Scallops - baked scallops topped with lemongrass and peanuts

grilled scallops

Entree #4: Escargots - baked snail with mint, chilli, tomato and baguette

escargots

Family, and the awesome La Mint owners!

take 2, all eyes open!

and then we finally moved onto the mains! everyone was pretty full already, but there's always space right?
Main #1: Lamb Cutlets -  grilled with mushroom and courgettes

lamb cutlets

Main #2: Chilli Pepper Soft Shell Crab - as the title says..

chilli pepper soft shell crab

Main #3: Shaking Eye Fillet - cubes of eye fillet served with snake beans

shaking eye fillet

Main #4: Pave de Porc - THE BEST dish ever. Caramelised pork belly, slow cooked.

pave de porc

And finally, the birthday cake. From 85 degrees cafe, we got the Italian Mousse.

italian mousse

Easily one of the best nights with the best company and best food.