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French Onion’s Big Burger Moves

Félix Cocktails et Cuisine brings traditional flavor to its Raclette Burger

Félix Landrum may have been inspired by his grandmother’s recipe for French onion soup, but his modern take, the Raclette Burger, breaks with tradition in a few key ways. The chef and owner behind Félix Cocktails et Cuisine ramps up French onion’s signature indulgence by reimagining it as a burger, and not just any burger. Short ribs are ground into two patties and layered with raclette cheese, caramelized onions from Soupe à l’Oignon (also on the menu) and a touch of dijonnaise. The condiment introduces a new flavor into the mix while also serving as a bridge between classic burger and soup profiles.

As for using raclette in place of the typical Gruyère, Landrum was initially unsure of how guests would take to the former’s “funky” taste but found the sweetness of the onions and the tang of the dijonnaise balance the overall profile.

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Nicole Duncan is the digital managing editor of Flavor & the Menu. She's reported on the restaurant industry for a decade, most recently as the editor of FSR magazine. In 2021, she won a Folio award for her feature on restaurant tycoon Tilman Ferttita. The following year, FSR was awarded Best Overall Issue for its May 2022 issue featuring Andrew Zimmern. She has profiled well-known chefs including Paola Velez, Fabio Viviani and Daniel Boulud, but also relishes the opportunity to spotlight under-the-radar trends and innovators.Read More Stories by Nicole Duncan