Warmer Days on the Waterfront: A Look at Cultivar Sausalito’s Spring Menu
At Cultivar Sausalito, seasonal transitions are more than just something we observe; it’s how we cook, plate, and pour. Our new spring menu reflects this moment in time, embracing vibrance and freshness through thoughtful, ingredient-driven dishes that highlight the best of the season. At the heart of our approach is a commitment to farm-to-table cooking, and spring offers an abundance of delicate greens, tender vegetables, and bright, nuanced flavors. Our kitchen leans fully into that palette, and each dish is designed to feel both refined and effortless, balancing richness with freshness.
Our spring menu additions all carry a sense of brightness and clarity, flavorfully captured in our Grilled Squid Salad. Tender, lightly charred squid is paired with peppery arugula, crisp fennel, sweet cherry tomatoes, and thin slices of red onion. A spiced champagne vinaigrette ties everything together, adding a subtle lift that enhances the natural flavors without overwhelming them. It’s a dish that feels clean and invigorating, and it’s perfect for a sunny afternoon by the water.
Spring Ravioli with English peas
Sesonal Risotto with fava beans
Early harvest vegetables that define the season are always a delightful pairing with pasta. Our Spring Ravioli showcases English peas at their peak, folded into a jacket of delicate pasta and finished with a silky parmesan cream sauce. The dish is soft, subtly sweet, and comforting without feeling heavy. Similarly, the Seasonal Risotto highlights fava beans and asparagus, ingredients synonymous with spring, and is enriched with lemon mascarpone for a brightness that carries through each bite. Both dishes celebrate the idea that seasonal simplicity can be deeply satisfying.
Grilled asparagus with prosciutto
Crisp Tempura Green Beans & Shrimp
Our Grilled Asparagus leverages the subtle sweetness of this springtime vegetable and is generously accessorized with a perfectly poached egg, frisée, crispy prosciutto, breadcrumbs, and a green garlic vinaigrette. The result is a layered composition of textures and flavors. It’s rich yet balanced, rustic yet refined. Lightly battered and crisp, our Tempura Green Beans & Shrimp are spooned over a smooth sunchoke purée, creating a dish that is both indulgent and thoughtfully composed. Making vegetables the star of the show, these plates emphasize our farm-to-table philosophy of bringing the flavors of the garden straight to your plate.
Together, our new springtime dishes collectively reflect what this season means at Cultivar Sausalito: a celebration of freshness and an invitation to slow down and savor. Whether you join us for a leisurely lunch or for a golden hour dinner overlooking the bay, we invite you to experience this time of year through flavors that are vibrant and dishes that are crafted with care.
