Food & Spirits Magazine #16 | Page 31

apple and hazelnut chutney provided a homey feel to the plate and complimented the rabbit nicely. The sea option was a whole rockfish with chorizo and eggplant purée. This entire dish was spicy, crunchy and tender all at the same time. The final course at Taita was a dark chocolate pave with caramel and powdered chocolate. It gave a smooth, rich flavor that was complimented by the saltiness of the caramel. It wasn’t just the food and staff that made us fall in love with Taita. The attention to detail was also very clever. Chef Jose has put MEDITERRANEAN WITH A DASH OF EVERYTHING. For inspired Mediterranean cuisine with an American twist, welcome to Salt. Join us for a bite on the best patio in Omaha, or at the bar for a delicious cocktail. fsmomaha.com Pork confit salad at Benson Brewery his heart into this restaurant, from the small nook that holds 10 guests, to the urban style murals on all of the walls. The next stop for the night was the Benson Brewery at 6059 Maple Street. Benson Brewery is a cozy brewpub and upon entering you receive a warm, industrial feel that is finished with some excellent wood fixtures. The first course of the night was spent grain bread with a beer cheese dipping sauce and paired with an Uncle Sunkel’s beer. The beer cheese sauce was a solid hit for the group and provided a light, creamy texture by using white cheddar, Taleggio and baby Swiss cheese, with a hint of the beer flavor. The process of using spent grains was inventive - they use the grains from their brewing process and use them in their breads. The second course was a pork confit salad accompanied by chevre cheese, cranberries,