ZaZa: sustinance and validation

We did have an amazing meal in an environment that was both lush and familiar. Candles, velvet, beaded chandeliers, severely skinny staff all in black, a hostess whose legs never ended, and, what's this music? Why, I have that CD! Buddha Bar.Yes, the asian and indian lounge concept that was über-hip in Paris in 2000 has made it to Dallas. Finally. I'm sure the Parisien scene has moved on, but it was very gratifying to find I picked something hip. The played a few tracks off of the Hotel Costes series as well. I've got that too.
Anyway.. martinis and mojitos over the menu, Chaz picked the curiously spicy shrimp corn dogs for a starter, and I had the champagne steamed PEI mussels in a sauce of champagne, spinach, ginger, and a bit of jalepeno. (Reminded me of eating at Belgo in London) For a main, Chaz took the melt-in-your-mouth lamb t-bones, and I had port marinated short ribs. We had a Stag's Leap petite Syrah over dinner, and split a chocolate-mousse filled spring roll for dessert. Heel lekker! The meal was generous and luxurious; tastes flowed subtle to strong.
As we toyed with the last of our coffee, Grant, our waiter, with his wet-look bed head, made sure to invite us to see him when he changes restaurants to Central 214 in two weeks. Dang! There's another overpriced meal we'll have to dress up for. Might be a bit longer than that before we get there, but its on the radar now!