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I went to Asahikawa. It's Foresta Verde. The location is Takasago-dai. I drove there again. The first time, I got lost and ended up at the back entrance (bitter smile), and unfortunately couldn't get in because it was full. This time, I made a reservation and visited. Still, I couldn't secure the popular window-side seat. This restaurant recommends making a reservation. The parking lot is spacious and easy to park. The restaurant is located on the second floor of Bloomington Hill, a popular wedding venue. As soon as you enter, there is a small lobby with a large sunflower arrangement. It seems like a wedding venue. The restaurant is on the second floor. The ceiling is high, and the large windows offer a beautiful view of the Daisetsuzan Mountain Range. As someone who spent their childhood in Asahigaoka, I feel familiar with the mountains and it calms me somehow. The restaurant was almost full. The affordable pasta course was tempting, but this time I decided to try the "Hill-raised Locally Grown Pork and Cold Pasta Fair" course that was displayed at the entrance. The Fantasia (1,944 yen including tax) includes 7 items and is a recommended half course. Antipasto/Smoked Homemade Pork Tongue with Mustard Sauce As this restaurant focuses on "locally grown fresh vegetables," the appetizer uses plenty of vegetables from the nearby town of Higashikawa. It is beautifully decorated with edible flowers. Beautiful! The smoked pork tongue goes well with the mustard sauce and is easy to eat. Bread is served here. It is homemade bread. Since there is a bakery shop on the premises, they bake it here. You can choose olive oil to enjoy with the bread. The options are plain, garlic, chili, orange, yuzu, rosemary, and basil. I chose rosemary, and you can clearly smell the aroma. It was delicious too. I want to try the other options as well. Zuppa/Pumpkin Potage A rich pumpkin soup with just the right amount. Primo Piatto/Cold Arrabbiata with Small Shrimps and Summer Vegetables My wife, who loves corn, chose the cold carbonara, and I chose this one. It has plenty of summer vegetables in a cold pasta dish. The plump small shrimps were delicious too. Secondo Piatto/Tomato-stewed Pork Cheek This is pork cheek. What kind of meat is that? I wait with a little anxiety. Here it is. It looks like slow-cooked beef tendon, but the texture is similar to fillet meat and very tender. Despite the impactful name, it was a delicious meat dish with excellent stability. The sauce that came with it was also superb. Bread is served again. Oh, happiness! Dolce/Citrus and Rosé Wine Jelly with Lemon Gelato A beautiful summer dessert. The ephemeral feeling created by the transparency and color is lovely. A summer dream, perhaps? Considering the difference from the pasta course, this one is more cost-effective. The whole staff worked hard. Especially the new staff? The female staff's service, which still feels fresh and earnest, also conveys a natural kindness that my wife greatly appreciated. Keep up the good work. We support you. Now, to summarize. I love this kind of restaurant with a great location, and I'll evaluate it with a calm attitude. It may be difficult for everyday use, but it's a very good restaurant. The location, view, staff, and food are all kept at a level that is not too high. I definitely want to visit this restaurant again. I enjoyed the meal once again. Thank you very much.