Winterfest Wonderful Weekend

The girls (Lauri, Theresa and Susan), minus one (Darcy), came up for the weekend.  We went to the Winterfest at the Cellar Door Winery.  When we entered there was a perfect spot of all of us to belly up to the bar for the Food and Wine Pairing.  The food was prepared by Lani Temple of Megunticook Market in Camden.  My favorite pairing were of the Casa Blaca, a dry Savignon Blanc with the Scallop wrapped with Prosciutto and the Vino DiVine, a dry Vidal Blanc paired with Creamy Spinach Souffle on Crostini.  There was also some barrel tasting of red wines in the kitchen, served with piles of cheese and chocolate delights.  We then went to the Waterfront Restaurant to enjoy the view and sip some more wine and finally, to Cafe Miranda in Rockland for dinner.  The girls had never been to Cafe Miranda and we all thoroughly enjoyed the food.  One of the unique starters was BRUSSELS SPROUTS!-roasted w/kosher salt, olive oil,balsamic vinegar, caramelized onion, garlic, cream.  Yum Yum and another unique dish, GNU EVAN’S- mixed field greens tossed w/our hand cut fries, olive oil, romano cheese and lemon.  What a wonderful way to get kids to eat salad.  After a great evening of challenging Wii games, we got up and started eating all over again. 

Theresa prepared a wonderful crustless quiche that seemed to me to be very light and filled with flavor.  However, it did contain 6 eggs and 3 cups of cheese, so I don't think this would register as "light" food.  She is a great cook, as are all the girls and we thoroughly enjoy their efforts.  The Quiche was served with a salad of mixed greens and pistachio spread and little screwdrivers.  What a wonderful way to start a Sunday,