~ hi I’m your server and I’ll be taking care of you
Photo: Erynne Elkins, © 2017
I recently realized I’ve been going about it all wrong. I love eating at restaurants with my friends and loved ones. If I could, I’d go out to eat with my tribe three times a week. I mean, I do live in New Orleans. But sometimes that isn’t an option for a variety of reasons. Cue oven light.
It’s then I remember how much I love to cook. I smile inwardly as I reflect on the exciting array of culinary artistry that can go down in any minute in my very own kitchen. I relish the creative opportunity to design a memorable meal, a delicious dessert, a magnificent menu. I giggle at the thought of me and my pals being the only people in the “dining room”. The things we’ll talk about!
You see, everyone loves a home cooked meal. And if you’re being mindful, you can intuitively craft a palate pleasing feast so memorable your guests will leave changed for the better. It’s not just about good food, it’s about creating an organic, personal, and nourishing experience in the comfort of your own home. A good number of restaurants in this mystical city know how to impart that very same magic. Thus the first chance I get, I’m hightailing it to one of my quaint neighborhood dining establishments with my gorgeous companions by my side. But until then, I’m more than happy to don my apron and whip up something delectable. Namaste y’all…