She was ecstatic about them, and I thought she only wanted to air a comment on that because the cake looked pretty plain on the outside. Well, it was, but as the chef would put it, simple yet elegant. With strawberry slices for added colour over a boring smooth coat of chocolate icing, I had the feeling it was yet another cliche abused by the chef-- that looks can be deceiving.
At first bite, Bev was speechless, but then we all know she won't be for long. Indeed, what came next was a long and meaningful "mmm" as her eyes rolled to find the words at the ceiling. Then it was a chorus of compliments from everyone on the table-- Bob, Freda, Sarah, Tamara and, yeah, me. The chocolate was not too overpowering, one can really savour the combination with the citrus flavour and enjoy it still with our brewed coffee.
Closing in to our last few bites, the chef makes his second appearance at our table, a luxury at the time because the place was packed! I so wanted to give him a hug then to thank and congratulate him for a job well done. My party was so impressed only good words flowed from them, mentioning every memory of the entree items (my chef prepared a special one for us with a taste of each kind from their menu) to the various rich-flavoured tagines almost everyone had for main.
It was a fairly long night, but I guess, it was the best way to enjoy it-- laid back and bubbly over a glass or two of white. We parted ways without having any more photos than what I have here (oops... I was so indulged in the moment, you see), so I suppose, I will have to rely on memory for that. Mmm good memories.
To Bev, we hope you've enjoyed the night... and may you come back for more! :)
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