Baume

Baume is located at 201 S California Ave in Palo Alto and has been in the business of Business Services, Nec since 2010.

Behind blacked-out glass on a street untouched by Silicon Valley's money, molecular gastronomy--the avant-garde techniques that alter food's form, texture and taste--finds an unlikely home. Unlikely because the level of cooking (the chef, Bruno Chamel, earned a Michelin star at Chez TJ) isn't expected in such a humble location, and because this style of cooking is so uncommon in the farm-to-table, Chez Panisse-defined Bay Area restaurant culture. Baume is small, with the dining room split into two wings, and a hushed, spa-like Zen ambiance; it's definitely not the place for a raucous dinner...

The pairings, while interesting, might not be for everyone--if all you want it is wine, order a la carte from the list.

At Baumé, there is a seamless balance between molecular gastronomy and modern French cuisine --- foam, spheres and dry ice find their place in executive chef Bruno Chemel's repertoire, but in a comfortable, integrated manner with touches of whimsy. Tasting menus include a six-course lunch on Fridays and Saturdays ($178, without wine pairing) and an eight-course dinner ($238, without wine...

Behind blacked-out glass on a street untouched by Silicon Valley's money, molecular gastronomy--the avant-garde techniques that alter food's form, texture and taste--finds an unlikely home....

BAUME restaurant was created with the premise of combining the modern with the ancient. The name Baume was chosen because it represents something which is scientifically classic but gastronomically modern. It fits Chef Bruno Chemel's concept by being something originally French but which is now used universally. The dining room was designed with an emphasis on clarity and tranquility. Baume...