Opened by brothers Stephane and Frederick (who requested their surname not be printed), last July and later joined by accredited crepe master Nicolas, all from Brittany, France, the authenticity of Mamm Goz's dishes is unquestionable. The cozy establishment takes pride in Brittany's culinary tradition: sweetened and savory pancakes, which go hand in hand with cider, feature prominently on the menu.
Most ingredients are imported from France and all the delectable sauces are homemade. Stephane offers the finest of Brittany's pancakes, as he found no suitable substitute in Taiwan. Made from buckwheat flour, the galette is filled with ham, eggs, onions and other savory fillings. The restaurant's joint's signature dish is gargantus galette (NT$420), a traditional delicacy that Stephane's grandmother often made for dinner.
Named after Queen Anne of France, Duchess of Brittany, the Queen Anne galette (NT$420) is filled with goat cheese, honey and nuts. Other popular choices include La Saint Malo (NT$450) with salmon and leek or spinach cream sauce and La Diaoul (NT$380), which is filled with chorizo, eggs, onions, and accompanied by a homemade tomato sauce.
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As a crepe master from the crepe capital of the world, Nicolas knows how to give a sweet snack gastronomic prominence. One of the must-tries is the crepe with peach, homemade chocolate sauce, roasted almonds and vanilla ice cream.
Apart from its fine fare, Mamm Goz also features a celebrated selection of ciders, spirits and beers from Brittany. For an aperitif, diners can try out pommeau, which is made by mixing apple juice with apple brandy, or chouchen, a sort of mead made from honey, which is Stephan's personal favorite.
Spirits like Brittany whiskies and calvados are good ways to finish any meal at Mamm Goz. For those who prefer less potent drinks, the restaurant stocks Duchess Anne and Lancelor Telenn Du beers.
Weekend reservations are recommended as the restaurant has become a popular spot. Three lunch sets and one dinner set offer diners a chance to savor Brittany's specialties at budget prices, but the most economical way to enjoy the food is to visit between 2:30pm and 5:30pm on Saturdays and Sundays as there is no minimum charge.
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