Traci des Jardins, as told to Elyse Inamine
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My Restaurant Is Closing, But I’m Not Letting It Go Away Quietly
Chef-owner Traci des Jardins explains how she’s choosing to say goodbye to her landmark San Francisco restaurant, Jardinière.
Recipes
Apple Galettes with Caramel Sauce
This recipe was created by chef Traci Des Jardins of San Francisco's Jardinière. It's part of a special menu she created for Epicurious's Wine.Dine.Donate program.
Recipes
Fuyu Persimmon Relish
This recipe was created by chef Traci Des Jardins of San Francisco's Jardinière. It's part of a special menu she created for Epicurious's Wine.Dine.Donate program.
There are two types of persimmons widely available during the Thanksgiving holiday—fuyu and hachiya. Chef Des Jardins prefers the fuyu in savory preparations because its texture is much firmer and the flavor less sweet. When picking fuyu persimmons, look for firm, brightly colored fruit. Start making relish at least 24 hours and up to 3 days in advance to allow the flavors to fully develop.
There are two types of persimmons widely available during the Thanksgiving holiday—fuyu and hachiya. Chef Des Jardins prefers the fuyu in savory preparations because its texture is much firmer and the flavor less sweet. When picking fuyu persimmons, look for firm, brightly colored fruit. Start making relish at least 24 hours and up to 3 days in advance to allow the flavors to fully develop.
Recipes
Sweet Potatoes, Apples, and Braising Greens
This recipe was created by chef Traci Des Jardins of San Francisco's Jardinière. It's part of a special menu she created for Epicurious's Wine.Dine.Donate program.
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Chestnut and Wild Mushroom Stuffing
This recipe was created by chef Traci Des Jardins of San Francisco's Jardinière. It's part of a special menu she created for Epicurious's Wine.Dine.Donate program.
Recipes
Parsnip Purée
This recipe was created by chef Traci Des Jardins of San Francisco's Jardinière. It's part of a special menu she created for Epicurious's Wine.Dine.Donate program.
Recipes
Brined and Barbecued Turkey
This recipe was created by chef Traci Des Jardins of San Francisco's Jardinière.
Recipes
Chestnut and Sherry Soup with Truffle Garnish
This recipe was created by chef Traci Des Jardins of San Francisco's Jardinière. It's part of a special menu she created for Epicurious's Wine.Dine.Donate program.