Breaking: Pastry Chef Kristen D. Murray Out at Fenouil

Today in high-profile (and head-scratching) dismissals: Portlandfood.org reports that Kristen D. Murray, one of the town's best dessert denizens (who has also spent time at DOC and the short-lived Lucier), has parted ways with tony French spot Fenouil. Within the past few months, the Pearl restaurant had been receiving rave reviews for its recent revival, which included the additions of Murray and former Carlyle chef Jake Martin. According to PF's report, Fenouil's kitchen will apparently do without a pastry chef altogether, while Murray will look to start her own operation in-town sometime soon.
· Fenouil [Official site]
· All Previous Fenouil Coverage [Eater PDX]