Sunday, October 3, 2010

Menu Tastings

This week in wedding news...
Darryl and I went for the dinner tastings at the home of the caterer in Fontana. First of all, let me point out that according to South Park logic, "this place must be legit, just look at the fountain in the lobby..." Well, front yard. The use of fall decor inside would also, I must say, put whoever is in charge of Fall merchandizing at Michael's to shame.

The tasting itself definitely brought out my inner Top Chef judge. Points for presentation; although microwaving the samples in front of the judges is probably a no-no. Higher points for taste, which is always what really counts anyway. Darryl voted for the lemon buttermilk chicken, and I voted for the marinated sirloin with peppers, so I guess that's our two main courses. The side of buttered assorted squash was nice. Other sides will include: a spinach green salad, red skinned potatoes, pasta salad, and appetizers that I haven't decided on yet. Should please everyone, right?

I think my main goal is to keep everyone nibbling on something for the majority of the day. Maybe even some snacks before the ceremony, and something on the tables. My number-one pet peeve of weddings is being hungry and waiting for the dang reception to start. And we all know how I get when I'm hungry...