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Scorpion’s Menu is Truly Inspired

Posted on January 11, 2022November 8, 2022 by EdmundTijerina.com
Scorpion’s Menu is Truly Inspired
Sausages and potatoes rarely bring to mind images of creative dining. And, indeed, the Peruvian snack called salchipapas (salchichas + papas) is a beloved street food traditionally served with small condiment cups of mustard, mayonnaise and a paste made with the yellow chile known as ají. But in the hands of Scorpion chef Kenny Loo, this simple dish turns gorgeous and delicious, while remaining rooted in its Peruvian sensibility.
Throughout the menu at Scorpion, Loo draws inspiration from his native Peru to cook food that’s satisfying and complex yet still accessible. Plus, the dishes go great with the natural wine list from wine director Taylor Zettner. A year old, this Dignowity Hill restaurant that sits just east of downtown still feels new enough for people to discover it. And it’s well worth a visit.

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