At Esmé in Chicago, chefs elevate food to art. Its signature dish, the clay pot poussin, features a bird-shaped clay vessel used to bake partridge, making for a stunning presentation. Known for its artistic plates, this fine dining restaurant offers a menu rich in creativity, including rabbit consommé, almond fava bean tart, Dover sole rack, crab salad, and watermelon gelée.

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Credits:
Producer: Connor Reid
Directors: Connor Reid, Murrilo Ferreira
Camera: Murrilo Ferreira, Daniel Kwon
Production Coordinator: Nicholas Mazzocchi
Editor: Josh Dion
Assistant Editor: Christine Ring

Executive Producer: Stephen Pelletteri
Director of Production: Stefania Orrù
Supervising Producer, Development: Gabriella Lewis
Post-Production Supervisor: Lucy Morales Carlisle
Audience Engagement: Frances Dumlao

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