The Birthday Man of the Hour and his Lovely Woman...these are the parent's of the little girl that was entrusted to my care the other day...Matilda.
Coveting the Cool Necklace
The Humidor birthday present...I love the "holding hand" detail on the top.
The Guests...with the table set up outside...it was beautiful.Mrs. West Texas is in Blue.
Chef Bobby...who may be on Iron Chef...if so, we will be in NYC!!
Leg of Lamb...that was exactly like it was supposed to be...not like my sorry attempt.
First Course...Shrimp toast (made with shrimp paste...amazing) on top of Mussels in a Broth that was the best frigging broth I've ever tasted. I drank all of it. It's good to be among friends if you're going to eat like a heathen.
Blue Cornmeal encrusted Sweetbreads (yes, sweetbreads, which I normally don't like, but this time I had a second helping) on top of a Summer Risotto with a Mustard Sauce. I'm not doing the descriptions justice. Normally Bobby gives me the correct wording.
Leg of Lamb with Broccolini and an Eggplant Puree Smear...oh, and Feta Cheese
Berries and Chocolate for dessert...with booze...but, by then, I was boozed up, so I don't remember what kind of booze.
Explanation of this picture. My friend, Special K, and I were discussing the merits of being a woman of a "certain age" and photo taking. Head up or Head down...after looking at the tape...head down won.
Drunk and Satiated...Great fun was had by all. Thank you for inviting us and letting us celebrate your big day with you.
Drunk and Satiated...Great fun was had by all. Thank you for inviting us and letting us celebrate your big day with you.
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