December 8, 2011

Know what I want? An evening out of fine dining. A cold lemon sparkling water to dilute the first of many crisp, refreshing Long Islands, a warm, buttery onion loaf, and flavorful, colorful antipasto salad. Cayenne pepper-seasoned, bacon wrapped jumbo shrimp on skewers with pineapple. A piping, inviting vegetable soup with beef broth. A brief glass of lambrusco or some sweet wine to cleanse the palette. Then a main of ribeye, medium, with buttered, paprika roasted red potatoes and snappy asparagus, a cabernet sauvignon or two to compliment, a glass of cold iced water to cleanse. Finally, a slice of cheesecake, plain with a decorative caramel, or perhaps a single scoop of mint ice cream, a cup of mild coffee, a short shot of brandy. Add enriching conversation, hefty laughter, and nostalgic reminiscences with good company, and, yeah, that's what I want.