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Meet the Chef

Leading 95 Cordova Restaurant, Chef Harlan Walden directs a team with culinary expertise to create diverse dishes and a memorable dining experience.

Chef Walden began his career at The Columbia Restaurant in St. Augustine. He continued the pursuit to one day be able to design his own savory and enticing creations as a line cook at the 95 Cordova Restaurant. He later enrolled in the Navy where he received additional specialized culinary training while traveling internationally.

Returning to the oldest city, Chef Walden further developed his passion and dedication to the culinary arts by becoming the Executive Sous Chef at 95 Cordova Restaurant. Then in 2008, Chef Walden went to Afghanistan to further explore and experience the different types of international culinary cuisine. He has returned to 95 Cordova at Casa Monica Hotel where he has brought a newfound international flare to an assortment of rare and exquisite dishes. Having studied under past Executive Chef DeJuan Roy and Director of Culinary Operations Rene Nyfeler, Chef Harlan has developed an exceptional presentation of the restaurant’s multi-course menu.

At the Casa Monica Hotel, dining is celebrated as an art form. 95 Cordova features New World, Middle Eastern and Asian flavors. The menu of seasonally inspired menus is enjoyed among lavish antiques, exotic silk fabric and hand-painted 24-karat gold ceilings. Named for its signature streak of cobalt blue, the glamorous Cobalt Lounge is St. Augustine's newest place to sip top-shelf martinis and sample an extensive wine-by-the-glass list. For casual fare, experience the European sidewalk café ambience of Cafe Cordova, favored for its gourmet pizzas, and tempting desserts.

Prix Fixe Dinner Menu - $30

Starter

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Soup of the Day

Chef Inspired Soup of the Day

Caesar Salad

Leaf Romaine Lettuce, Batard Croutons, House Caesar Dressing, shaved Romano Cheese

Entrée

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Roasted Chicken stuffed with Neuske's Bacon, Sundried Tomato, Medjool Date and Reypener Cheese

Saffron Asparagus Risotto, and Shallot Tarragon Brown Butter

Braised Pork Osso Bucco

Truffled Sweet Mashed Potatoes, Roasted Brussels Sprouts, and Parsnips

Coriander Crusted Sea Scallops

Whipped Black Beans, Roasted Corn Salsa, Citrus Chili Aioli and Cilantro Oil

Dessert

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Triple Chocolate Cake

Moist chocolate Cake dipped in Chocolate Ganache, topped with Chocolate Brownie Chunks

White Chocolate Cake

With Berry Coulis