I`ve been to Jacks a few times and they have the best! There is another restaurant north of Albany on Rt. 9 (Town of Wilton?)called Chez Pierre. All French, all genuine, all good! Chef hails from France and all ingredients are Frech. A real delight to visit but hard on the pocket book! I`ll make this recipe tomorrow and post my friends results.
Being from Houma (now in TX) I ate often at T. Pittari’s. Their lobster thermidor was to die for. I am now making your recipe and hope it is at least similar. I am unable to find their recipe. Hardly anyone remembers the restaurant on Claiborne ave.