May 9th, 2017 was the inauguration of National Foodies Day and it was also the 2nd anniversary of our FaceBook Group: St Petersburg Foodies Restaurant Reviews. On May 9th, 2015, we formed the group and added about 150 people that we hand selected. It is still a closed group and we still have approval over each and every member that asks to join, but we are now close to 3,600 members, as I type this.
(All photos by Barry Lively of B. Lively Images unless otherwise noted)
Our Special Menu
Tryst, one of our favorite hangouts, wanted to host an event with our group in May, so it was fitting that we held it there. A five course tasting sampler was provided along with two very special wines. The $25 tickets sold out in less than a week with thirty seats available. And what a special group of people we had!
Our Special Setup (Photo by Lori Brown)
To say that everyone had a blast is a huge understatement! We could not have been more thrilled at how well this evening turned out. Huge accolades are owed to Tryst for the amazing food, service and preparation that they put into this event! We also celebrated the birthday of two of our members - Eileen Stafford and Ken Smith.
It's Our Birthday - Eileen Stafford and Ken Smith (Photo by Lori Brown)
We started with a lovely white wine which everyone enjoyed - Pouilly-Fuisee, Domaine de La Denante.
Glasses ready to be filled
GM, Jimmy Brothers, pouring the Pouilly-Fuisse, Domaine de La Denante
Table One
Table Two
Table Three
Chef Jonathan Robben outdid himself on this menu! Our first course was a different take on a beet salad called Beet Involtini. The beets were wrapped and filled with a walnut and arugula pesto and then set upon a citrus gel. I believe I heard people still talking about this dish when the whole meal was done. I heard several people say it was their favorite course. The flavors were outstanding and the texture divine. I would love to see this on the regular menu one day. My mouth is watering right now thinking of it.
Course One: Beet Involtini - walnut & arugula pesto on top of a citrus gel
Our next course was Tuna Poké served with a puffed rice nori chip. Much to my delight this dish was made without cilantro. It was very light, fresh and just plain scrumptious!
Tuna Poké with a Puffed Rice Nori Chip
Close up of the Tuna Poké with a Puffed Rice Nori Chip (Photo by Lori Brown)
And now it was time for some more wine. For the next courses we were treated to a Mission St. Vincent, Bordeaux. To me this tasted much lighter than a Bordeaux but it still paired very nicely with what's to come.
GM, Jimmy Brothers, pouring the Mission St. Vincent Bordeaux
Course three was a Fried Mushroom Ravioli with whipped ricotta, goat cheese and cured egg yolk. The least photogenic of all of the courses, that does not reflect on its flavor however. Rich and crisp at the same time.
Chef Jon explaining the Mushroom Ravioli dish
Fried Mushroom Ravioli with whipped ricotta, goat cheese and cured egg yolk (Photo by Lori Brown)
Next up was the Grilled Moroccan Spiced Lamb Chop with charred leek puree and roasted tomato chutney. Chef Jon was so kind to make mine without fennel. This dish is on the current menu and I would highly recommend trying it. What a great mix of flavors with a perfectly cooked lamb chop!
Moroccan Spiced Lamb Chop with Charred Leek Puree and Tomato Chutney
And our final course, why dessert of course! Triple Cream Goat Brie with brioche french toast, candied bacon and raspberry foam...candied bacon? Are you kidding me! I was so full I could only take a couple of bites but cheese, french toast and bacon? Well, I will just let you imagine the deliciousness.
Triple Cream Goat Brie with Brioche French Toast, Candied Bacon and Raspberry Foam (Photo by Lori Brown)
As I stated in the beginning, I don't think this event could have gone any better! So much fun was had by all. So now I will just leave you with all the rest of the pictures...Great memories!!
George and Brenda Camarinos (Photo by Lori Brown)
Nola Purplecat and Warren
Maya Damrell and Lori Brown
Kevin Godbee and Ken Smith
Hal Freedman and Lori Brown
Kristen and Aubrey Reed with Lori Brown
Kristen and Aubrey Reed
Kristen and Aubrey Reed
Kristen Reed and Elle McAree
Elle McAree and Phil Mistarz
Eileen Stafford and Misty Little
Brittany and Stephen Ranew
Lori and Chef Jonathan Robben
Kevin Godbee and Lori Brown
Momma and the Future owner of Tryst...Bridget and Ashton Cowez
Renaud and Ashton Cowez dropped by for a visit
Chef Jon Addressing Our Group
Our Group
It's a Birthday glitter fest
Birthday Shenanigans
More Birthday Shenanigans (Photo by Lori Brown)
After Dinner Shenanigans - Lisa Roberts, Hal Freedman, Misty Little and Eileen Stafford
Stay tuned for our next St Petersburg Foodies event to come within the next couple of months!!
- Readers Rating
- Rated 5 stars
5 / 5 ( Reviewers) - Spectacular
- Your Rating
- Tryst
- 727-821-4657
- American, Eclectic
- Mon - Fri 4:00pm - 3:00am
- Sat - Sun 11:00am - 3:00am
- Take Reservations: Yes!
- 240 Beach Dr, St Petersburg, FL 33701, USA
Tryst updates their menu to change with the season. Here is the latest new menu for Summer 2017 with some excellent new items and old favorites.
PLEASE NOTE: Reviews reflect a certain moment in time. Some restaurants stay extremely consistent over many years, and some change for the better or worse. Some things that may change are: chefs, recipes, food suppliers, ingredients, philosophies. We always hope that you have the same good, or great experience we had.
