3D-printed steak review: An impressive and tasty alternative to real sirloin
It looks and feels like steak and, yes, it tastes pretty much like it too.
The new steak menu at VGN Boulevard is something that is intriguing and worth giving a try.
Having previously tried and enjoyed the vegan Rib burger at the restaurant, I was keen to try the new 3D-printed offering and see if if measures up in taste, texture and quality as a Sirloin steak would be at Hickory’s or another steakhouse.
Before the opening night of the Steak Night event, which will run every Thursday, I was given the opportunity to try the Striploin, a 9oz steak, alongside chips, onion rings, a barbecued mushroom, beans and corn-on-the-cob.
The meal itself looks really impressive, with care taken around presentation to make it a proper steak dinner, and the smell of the different parts make a wonderful aroma and heighten the anticipation of the meal.
Pouring on the Jim Bean glaze sauce, I take one of the pre-cut pieces and take a bite, giving myself a few moments to chew and savour the flavour. I’m not disappointed as the steak has a nice texture to it and looks like how a medium steak would look served in a high-quality restaurant, while also tasting authentic enough to please.
It was a 9oz steak, which doesn’t seem like much, but it is very filling and, along with excellent boston beans and well-cooked onion rings and chips, leave me feeling full and satisfied at the end of my meal.
While I love a good steak and wouldn’t want to give up a real sirloin, this is pretty impressive alternative and something I would happily go back and try again.
