Pretentions and panna cotta

We had come to the end of a perfect meal. For a very long time I had held off on patronizing this establishment because it was touted as this that and the other and I had heard that it was very expensive to boot. I got the impression that it was one of those very formal places where I would be made to feel uncomfortable. You know the kind of place where you are embarrassed to ask

I'm in love...

Here. Eat this.
Nyam nyam nyam....
Do you know what you are eating?
Uhmmm, yeah. Cheesecake with a blueberry topping.
Cheesecake, yes. Blueberry, no.
Cherry?
No.
Some kind of berry?
No. It's sorrel.
For real?
For REALLY real.
It's good.
Yeah, I know.
Happy Valantine’s Day

Have a blooming good New Year!

Once again the time has come to say goodbye. How do you plan on saying farewell and ushering in the new year? Whatever your plans, I'm guessing it will include something bubbly.





Hold on to your glasses because I am about to blow you away with the most amazing garnish for your champagne. It's charming, elegant, exotic and fun.

Take a few minutes to appreciate the awesomeness that is