Brunch at Dover
I've been dying to try out this cute Carroll Gardens spot but could never quite get a reservation until we walked by on a Saturday afternoon. The usually packed space was downright empty. In fact we weren't even sure they were open until the lovely hostess ushered us in. The brunch menu is small with only six main dishes and a few specials. To begin they brought out a Fried Dough amuse bouche dusted with powdered sugar. These piping hot little balls were the perfect simple and delicious start to brunch. Mr. T ordered the Ruby Red Shrimp Etouffee; a dish neither of us had ever had before. When it arrived the rich smell of sausage and herbs wafted over the table. I didn't even wait to be offered a bite before diving into a tender morsel of braised chicken and creamy grits. Luckily Mr. T shooed me away so I could enjoy my own outstanding dish the Tuna Salad sandwich. Two slices of super fluffy focacc...