点评:Stepping into Madrid Restaurant Zurich feels like wandering into a hidden gem tucked away in the charming labyrinth of Niederdorf. This lovely corner of Zurich exudes a warmth that is both inviting and timeless, as though the air itself hums with the promise of culinary delight.
The meal began with a symphony of starters that transported me straight to the heart of Spain. The gambas al ajillo were a revelation—succulent prawns bathed in a garlic-infused olive oil held a flavor that is borderline addictive. The jamón pata negra, with its delicate marbling and nutty depth, was nothing short of perfection, while the pimientos de padrón offered a playful dance of smoky sweetness and just the right texture.
But it was the chuletas de cordero that truly stole the show. Tender, flavorful, and cooked to an almost ethereal perfection, it was a dish that lingered in memory long after the last bite. If I weren't a better person (and had the ability to eat more), I would have cleaned the plate with the side of bread because the sauce was that good. And just when I thought the evening couldn’t be more enchanting, the helado de café flambeado arrived—a dessert that was as much a performance as it was a treat. The rich coffee ice cream, kissed by the warmth of the flame, was a fitting crescendo to an unforgettable meal.
The staff also really made this evening wonderful and I would be remiss if I didn't give them the proper credit. You can have a wonderful kitchen and cuisine, but when the front of the house shows up as exceptionally as Madrid, it's an absolute win all around.
P.S. I also made a video of the experience on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YTpyOstbTaE
翻译:步入苏黎世马德里餐厅,仿佛漫步于尼德多夫迷人迷宫中的一颗隐秘宝石。苏黎世这片迷人的角落散发着温馨宜人、隽永永恒的气息,仿佛空气中都洋溢着烹饪的喜悦。
这顿晚餐以琳琅满目的开胃菜拉开帷幕,仿佛置身于西班牙腹地。蒜香虾(gambas al ajillo)令人惊艳——鲜嫩多汁的虾仁浸泡在浸透蒜香的橄榄油中,散发着令人欲罢不能的美味。黑火腿(jamón pata negra)拥有细腻的大理石花纹和浓郁的坚果香气,堪称完美;而帕德龙甜椒(pimientos de padrón)则以烟熏的甜味和恰到好处的口感,跃然纸上。
但真正抢尽风头的是小香肠(chuletas de cordero)。鲜嫩多汁,烹制得近乎完美,这道菜即使在最后一口之后也久久萦绕在我的记忆中。如果我不是个好人(而且还能吃更多),我真想用面包片把盘子里的酱汁吃光,因为酱汁实在太美味了。就在我以为这个夜晚已经无比迷人的时候,火焰咖啡冰淇淋(helado de café flambeado)来了——这道甜点既是一场表演,也是一份享受。浓郁的咖啡冰淇淋,在火焰的温暖中交融,为这顿难忘的晚餐画上了完美的句号。
工作人员也为这个夜晚增添了无限精彩,如果不给予他们应有的赞扬,那真是太失职了。你可以拥有一个很棒的厨房和美食,但如果餐厅的前台也像马德里一样出色,那就绝对是全方位的胜利了。
附言:我还在YouTube上录制了这段经历的视频:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YTpyOstbTaE