Nearly two-thirds of these, by value, involved foreign firms, such as Britain's Bass, which bought a hotel chain from the troubled Saison group.
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The first course, marked "La Saison, " was Jerusalem Artichoke Soup with Sage Croutons made with Boulud's current favorite vegetable now available at the produce markets.
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For the chocolate and cheese plate, order a saison (farmhouse ale).