Mother's Day Dinner - yum, yum

We had another great day in the sunshine and pool. Hana, Suzanne and I lounged on noodles.







Last night, James sent Suzanne and I out for a special Mother's Day Dinner. We went to Mark's Bar and Grill and I believe this was the best dinner I've had in my life. Jan, the owner grew up in New Zealand and learned to cook by taste using everything from her father's garden. She also has a Home
Decoration shop across the street so the restaurant and outside patio where we sat was just delightful. There were 2 special Tasting Dinners. Suzanne started with Watermelon Gazpazcho with Lobster Creme Fraiche, a cold soup while I had a Tomato, Blue Cheese and Walnut Panzanella salad. We'd eat half and then trade. The main course was Seared Salmon with Coriander Risotto, Beets and Red Wine Reduction, Asparagus with fresh lemon dill sauce. The other was Herb Crusted N.Z. Lamb Chops, Roasted Potatoes with Onions and Poblano Chile, Braised Endive and Green Beans, Reduced Natural Lamb Sauce. I started with this and Suz said be sure you leave me my share. Dessert was a Mango Cheesecake and Chocolate Mousse with Whipped Cream. It was probable the best meal I've ever had. The presentation made them almost too good to mess up and eat.