I Contemplate this...
"I know why families were created with all their imperfections. They humanize you. They are made to make you forget yourself occasionally, so that the beautiful balance of life is not destroyed." - Nin
A time of change...These last two years have been a time of change. Many changes for me, but change for most people I know. Many friends have lost homes, businesses, jobs and/or loved ones. So I guess it's also a time of loss. The losses create pretty substantive changes in social groups, lifestyles, opportunities...I've lost a good deal, but I've gained a certain freedom I'd otherwise not have noticed lacking. A simple kindness that makes dining memorable...A while back I had dinner with friends at Rosso Pizzeria. We really love the place and always have wonderful food there. When we arrived, we sat down and chatted while looking over the menu. I think most often I had the same waiter. As I started to order wine, he said "El Seque Alicante! Glass or bottle?" Wow! He remembered what I like to drink. Then he came back to answer questions and take our order. I asked if they had a pizza without cheese and he recommended the margherita with no cheese. I remember thinking I wouldn't feel satisfied with such a simple concoction, but we were really there to visit over a meal, so it seemed unimportant. Again wow! I can still remember and even tasting the delicious pizza that was brought to my table hot and intensely flavored. When a restaurant offers such personal service and still manages to produce such high quality food as well as a memorable experience, they deserve the highest praise. Thank you Rosso! We love you.
My choice for Best Overall Winery Experience: Michel Schlumberger |
Thought for any day..."There is a sacredness in tears. They are not the mark of weakness, but of power. They speak more eloquently than ten thousand tongues. They are messengers of overwhelming grief...and unspeakable love." - Irving |
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