Executive chef Jason Knibb of Nine-Ten offers a progressive, modern style of food presentation with unique flavors. “While many of the restaurants also use fresh, local products in their cuisine, we really try to focus on constantly evolving our style by blending modern techniques into our repertoire, but still keeping it real, fresh, and never losing site of the product,” says Knibb. Two standout dishes are the Jamaican Jerk Pork and the Port Wine Braised Beef Short Ribs. “I try to keep things simple, yet innovative and elegant. I just go with my instincts!” (858/964-5400, www.nine-ten.com) MARIA DESIDERATA MONTANA
