I'm in a bit of a mood tonight. I know it's way too early to get pouty about winter. We've barely scratched the surface of freezing, and besides, shouldn't I be distracted by "the holidays" right now? But baby, it's bone chillingly cold outside. Indulge me. As we head toward the winter solstice, here are my top five food and drink memories of summer:
The Vincent Burger. Eaten at the Walker's Rock the Garden show, in between Sharon Jones & the Dap-Kings and MGMT. So incredibly rich, I felt like I'd won a delicious French eating contest after I finally finished.
A Dark and Stormy cocktail. My ideal summer drink, and apparently, very popular in Rhode Island/Massachusetts! Sipped outside in a garden, just before rainfall, at the most elegant and charming wedding I've ever attended.
Savory waffle du jour. This one, I believe, was made with basil and white cheddar and featured a strawberry rhubarb compote to compliment the lardons. Eaten outside at the Birchwood at a triple generation Father's Day brunch– my grandpa, my dad (visiting from Florida), my sister and me.
A salty caramel chocolate layer cake from Kramerbooks & Afterwords Cafe in Washington, D.C. There was a generous garnish of sea salt sprinkled all over the plate that I swept each forkful through. I devoured this cake like a junkie, with the salt burning my lips. Washed down with a glass of milk.
My end-of-vacation sundae (one of three in a week's time) from the Sundae School in Dennisport, Massachusetts. Eaten with abandon. And extra fudge sauce.
ooh, i love this post!
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