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Liberty Farms Pekin Duck

Caramelized White Belgian Endive, Satsuma Mandarin “Pâte de Fruit” and Grand Marnier “Gastrique”

First documented
2026
Latest documented
October 24, 2026
Appearances
16
Description revisions
13

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LIBERTY FARMS PEKIN DUCK is documented in the Cartelier archive as served at The French Laundry in Yountville, CA. The archive holds 16 appearances, from July 18, 2026 to October 24, 2026. As printed, the kitchen describes it: Caramelized White Belgian Endive, Satsuma Mandarin “Pâte de Fruit” and Grand Marnier “Gastrique”. Every appearance below preserves the menu exactly as published — source, hash, and date — so this dish can be read as it stood on any documented evening.

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As printed — October 24, 2026

LIBERTY FARMS PEKIN DUCK

Caramelized White Belgian Endive, Satsuma Mandarin “Pâte de Fruit” and Grand Marnier “Gastrique”

Menu date
October 24, 2026
Service
tasting
Price
None
Source
Official source
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