Oh! What a looooong weekend that was!
The handful of friends' dinner party at home on Friday, turned into a room full of people. My grandma's aubergine souffle was a success and I got to meet new guests; friends of Jade's, whom she had met over the years in different parts of the world. 'Very eclectic darling', as Elliot would put it.
Saturday was sunny and warm enough to make the spring day in London feel like the heavens above. I met with Clara at noon for an invigorating pilates reformer class before having lunch in the White Horse pub overlooking the greens. We sat on the benches outside, in the sun, for over four hours catching up. A guy was sitting directly opposite me for almost as long as we were there, he kept throwing a glance my way but barely smiled. I suppose he was shy or perhaps he was simply interested in peeking at my rather revealing cleavage. In any case, it was kind of fun observing.
Once back home, the plan of having a nap before a big night out was not happening. Before I knew it, the night dawned upon us and at midnight, Salar and Maj (whom I had not met before), joined myself and Jade to meet other friends at Fabric. Another wild night of dancing and literally bumping into people I knew. The music was great in every room and although Jade had a flight to catch the next afternoon, we still made it to the morning.
Jade and I had only met a few times in the past years in different countries, there was a particular bond developed between us and I am grateful for our friendship. I miss her already.
Having finally caught up with some sleep on Sunday, I met up with Conor and Dolly who had travelled to London for a weekend course and our dinner had been organised months before. We went to Sophie's Steak House for some nourishment after my hours of dancing the previous night. I had last met Dolly on our visit to Ireland some years ago, invited by Dylan when she showed Hala and me around her wonderful city of Dublin in the autumn sun. On that visit, we drove to the West Coast of Ireland to stay at Ashford Castle which was once the estate of the Guinness family. Have to show you the magnificence of this castle (hotel).
A great holiday destination. Just pray for some sun.
Back to Sunday... Even though I should have headed home, to sleep after dinner, Aisha's text to join her and the girls at the Levant Lebanese restaurant for live Arabic music and more dancing could not possibly be overlooked. And so, I turned up at the table and could not resist at being first in shaking my bootie. Another fabulous, late-ish night spent in great company.
And here we are on a Monday night. Did I go out again? Yep. This time it was Aisha's fabulous cooking at home with the company of Sophie and Soni; another lady friend. The gourmet food Aisha had prepared was superb; as always. The yummiest and creamiest lentil soup ever tasted with coriander; we all agreed at the dinner table and grilled poussin to a crispy, light brown finish, covered with slightly cooked cherry tomatoes on a stick with strings of rosemary. The square, white plate of broccoli and asparagus was as fresh as a green field under the sun. I was delirious... And the food was delicious.
To top up the healthy eating, the red, fresh super-sized strawberries melted in the mouth with a sweetness that only a strawberry grown under 'les rayons de soleil', sun rays, could flourish to such perfection.
I do admire my friends who have such talent in preparing food as I once did but for some reason, cooking is not something I wish to take up again... For now. The question in my head is...
'I, sometimes wonder whether there is a blockage somewhere in the subconscious that stops me from making the simplest effort? For someone who loves food and enjoys entertaining...
Who knows?!
Yet again, I bow to the Lord in gratitude for such an amazing entourage.
The handful of friends' dinner party at home on Friday, turned into a room full of people. My grandma's aubergine souffle was a success and I got to meet new guests; friends of Jade's, whom she had met over the years in different parts of the world. 'Very eclectic darling', as Elliot would put it.
Saturday was sunny and warm enough to make the spring day in London feel like the heavens above. I met with Clara at noon for an invigorating pilates reformer class before having lunch in the White Horse pub overlooking the greens. We sat on the benches outside, in the sun, for over four hours catching up. A guy was sitting directly opposite me for almost as long as we were there, he kept throwing a glance my way but barely smiled. I suppose he was shy or perhaps he was simply interested in peeking at my rather revealing cleavage. In any case, it was kind of fun observing.
Once back home, the plan of having a nap before a big night out was not happening. Before I knew it, the night dawned upon us and at midnight, Salar and Maj (whom I had not met before), joined myself and Jade to meet other friends at Fabric. Another wild night of dancing and literally bumping into people I knew. The music was great in every room and although Jade had a flight to catch the next afternoon, we still made it to the morning.
Jade and I had only met a few times in the past years in different countries, there was a particular bond developed between us and I am grateful for our friendship. I miss her already.
Having finally caught up with some sleep on Sunday, I met up with Conor and Dolly who had travelled to London for a weekend course and our dinner had been organised months before. We went to Sophie's Steak House for some nourishment after my hours of dancing the previous night. I had last met Dolly on our visit to Ireland some years ago, invited by Dylan when she showed Hala and me around her wonderful city of Dublin in the autumn sun. On that visit, we drove to the West Coast of Ireland to stay at Ashford Castle which was once the estate of the Guinness family. Have to show you the magnificence of this castle (hotel).
A great holiday destination. Just pray for some sun.
Back to Sunday... Even though I should have headed home, to sleep after dinner, Aisha's text to join her and the girls at the Levant Lebanese restaurant for live Arabic music and more dancing could not possibly be overlooked. And so, I turned up at the table and could not resist at being first in shaking my bootie. Another fabulous, late-ish night spent in great company.
And here we are on a Monday night. Did I go out again? Yep. This time it was Aisha's fabulous cooking at home with the company of Sophie and Soni; another lady friend. The gourmet food Aisha had prepared was superb; as always. The yummiest and creamiest lentil soup ever tasted with coriander; we all agreed at the dinner table and grilled poussin to a crispy, light brown finish, covered with slightly cooked cherry tomatoes on a stick with strings of rosemary. The square, white plate of broccoli and asparagus was as fresh as a green field under the sun. I was delirious... And the food was delicious.
To top up the healthy eating, the red, fresh super-sized strawberries melted in the mouth with a sweetness that only a strawberry grown under 'les rayons de soleil', sun rays, could flourish to such perfection.
I do admire my friends who have such talent in preparing food as I once did but for some reason, cooking is not something I wish to take up again... For now. The question in my head is...
'I, sometimes wonder whether there is a blockage somewhere in the subconscious that stops me from making the simplest effort? For someone who loves food and enjoys entertaining...
Who knows?!
Yet again, I bow to the Lord in gratitude for such an amazing entourage.
Oh Haldita darling, only you would send me off in such a fabric fashion. What a fantastic night and what a fantastic woman you are!! Looking forward to reading about more adventures together. I already miss you more... xoxo Jade
ReplyDeleteYou just get back my love and we will do it all again ... Same same, but different! haha ... And THANK YOU ... Finally 'A' comment!
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