French Banquet

Our neighbors, Bob and Freddie, invited Rod and me over for a fantastic gourmet french dinner this afternoon. Freddie is from France. She speaks 5 languages and is a world traveler. She is such a darling neighbor (69 years old). She is just a little tiny thing - I bet she doesn't weight 90 pounds soaking wet. She is very friendly, and keeps an eye on our house when we are gone every day to work and school. We had them over for our traditional Christmas Brunch along with some other couples. Freddie prepared an amazing feast and we thoroughly enjoyed it .

A beautifully set table with gorgeous hand embroidered linens, fine crystal, and hand made china.

Putting the finishing touches on the escargot.

Just look at that goose!

Freddie really went all out. We had several kinds of pate, french pickles, wonderful bread, pickled asparagus, Prosciutto, escargot, goose, stuffing with truffles and chestnuts, and incredible chocolate mousse Christmas log cake. She served sparkling blueberry and cranberry juice to Rod and me, while the rest of guests enjoyed fine French wines and champagne. She even had some French beer for them. It was fun to meet some of Bob and Freddie's friends and enjoy their amazing hospitality. We certainly enjoyed toasting in the New Year with our wonderful neighbors.