The year’s first feast under the vine
M&M have arrived, providing us with a reason to celebrate and the main ingredient for the feast: grass-fed beef from the Hearst Ranch in central California. Laurie Sue will join us, so we’re preparing a leisurely dinner for five, with lots of delicious food and lots of time for meandering conversation. Last night, Val and I finalized the menu.
A carpaccio of beef with a selection of olive oils Roasted artichokes Walnuts and dates with Parmigiano Reggiano olives and pickles Cocktails and champagne
Steak Frites with a variety of sauces Val’s glazed farmers market carrots A salad of arugula with beets, oranges and goat cheese Brunello di Montalcino
Spring berries with bay leaf custard Coffee, port and champagne
A dinner with dearest friends — a beautiful start to a summer under the vine!
mark says:
Man, you guys are amazing. I can’t wait for this meal and to spend a night with you guys and Laurie.
freda nicolosi says:
yum. you really know how to celebrate.
kate says:
Freda: thebring out the best in us!
libby says:
Michael and I were thinking of you both yesterday and we both miss your energy and wonderful celebration of life……..oh what a good meal, good conversation and true delight in simple things made special by you both…….we love you……..yumm…….tell Miche that I am really enjoying THE WIRE. love to all
sharoan says:
Don’t forget to remind them to call us when they are close to Maine. Joe has been paddling, surfing and playing in the rock gardens, our first official trip is the first Friday in May. Cheers, Sharoan
Janice says:
Wow, sounds great. I spent last night with brother David and sister Judy and Judy’s whole clan. David has been off the cigarettes for a week which made Judy’s seven-year-old hug him all night. In other news, I ran a minimarathon yesterday. I’m sore today but glad I can concentrate on biking instead of those long training runs.