T'is amazing what 8 hours of snooze in your own bed will do for your disposition.
Now for that promised report on Friday evening's repast.
1550 Hyde - My brother had made reservations for four well over a month ago. As it turns out the restaurant is owned by a guy that my brother used to work with about ten years ago when they were both working at
Plumpjack, which explains the extensive wine list. We ordered a couple of appetizers, and the owner sent us another complimentary appetizer. Antipasto, a seafood sampler, and a fruit plate. All were excellent, as was the sparkling wine we had with them.
For entrees two of us chose short ribs, two chose pork chops, along with a bottle of Pinot. The short ribs were done to perfection, needing barely any coaxing to remove the meat from the bone. Carmelized onions in a rich beef stock with fresh peas and red potatoes. Fairly simple fare done exceptionally well. The pork chop received similar review, and my brother is a fussy sumbitch.
Dessert was out of this world. I had an arborio rice pudding that was incredible and the others all had the signiture chocolate pot de creme.
A superb meal that didn't break the bank.
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Originally Posted by rhetorical
I gotta say after years of fencing on boards with Toby it was a pleasure to meet him. He is still an asshole but a really smart asshole.
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The sentiment is mutual.
(I finally posted those boot pics)