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Liberty Farms Pekin Duck

Jacobsen Orchards Poached Quince “Barquette,” Whipped Ricotta Cheese, Ruby Beet “Confit” and Balsamic Reduction

First documented
2026
Latest documented
September 19, 2026
Appearances
12
Description revisions
10

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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 12 appearances, from July 18, 2026 to September 19, 2026. As printed, the kitchen describes it: Jacobsen Orchards Poached Quince “Barquette,” Whipped Ricotta Cheese, Ruby Beet “Confit” and Balsamic Reduction. 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 — September 19, 2026

Liberty Farms Pekin Duck

Jacobsen Orchards Poached Quince “Barquette,” Whipped Ricotta Cheese, Ruby Beet “Confit” and Balsamic Reduction

Menu date
September 19, 2026
Service
dinner
Price
None
Source
Official source
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