Heading over to Jo and Oliver’s for a get together is something we always look forward to especially during the holidays. We know we will be treated like family in their warm and inviting home and served a special gourmet meal prepared by Oliver.
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A Karaoke Christmas with the Cousins 2017
We have been getting together with our cousins here in the Bay Area for Christmas Holiday dinner for more than ten years. It’s not always right before Christmas as synching our schedules is tough so we work with what works for all – but it’s always in December. Sometimes early December, sometimes mid-December, sometimes on a Friday night, sometimes on a Saturday night, but always over the holidays and to celebrate Christmas. We never miss this dinner – we always make it happen. Continue reading A Karaoke Christmas with the Cousins 2017
Holiday Lunch with the Girls and Gals 2017
I had my annual holiday lunch with two of my dear friends and my twin girls earlier this week. A wonderful happy lunch with four of my favorite people. When we get together it’s like a girls party with delicious vegetarian food and sweet sweets. When the five of us get together we fit like a glove – we all get along wonderfully and enjoy each other’s company perfectly – despite our drastic differences in age – 70, 50s and 15! Continue reading Holiday Lunch with the Girls and Gals 2017
Celebrating Hanukkah with Friends 2017
Our friends Rose and Dave hosted their annual Hanukkah party this past Saturday to bring a few of their friends together to celebrate, have fun and feast on delicious homemade delicacies. Continue reading Celebrating Hanukkah with Friends 2017
Vegetarian Thanksgiving Dinner 2017
It’s Thanksgiving day after tomorrow and our family is in a mad rush to get all our ingredients for our dinner. This year is special because we haven’t been home for Thanksgiving in a while. Last year we celebrated Thanksgiving in Santa Barbara and had an amazing holiday there. The year before we celebrated Thanksgiving in Sonoma Wine Country where we had an outstanding time in this beautiful part of California. This year we decided to stay in town and celebrate this uniquely American holiday at home. This means an extra special vegetarian Thanksgiving dinner prepared by the entire family. Continue reading Vegetarian Thanksgiving Dinner 2017
Fall South Indian Tamil Dinner at Padmini and Naresh’s
We were invited to a a small dinner gathering at our friends Padmini and Naresh’s home a while back and what a spread we were treated to. On this evening Padmini had prepared a traditional south Indian Tamil meal with an array of dishes.
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Celebrating Diwali with Family and Friends 2017
Last weekend we celebrated the Indian festival of Diwali with a big party for our family and close friends. On the agenda for the evening was fun, friends, family, food, and sparklers. I think we covered it all on this wonderful evening. Here are some photos of this lively dinner celebrating Diwali.
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Afternoon Tea at Roli’s. A Menu Worth Replicating
My dear friend Roli invited the twins and I for afternoon tea over the summer to see her new home that she had just moved into. I was very happy for Roli and her family’s new dwelling and looked forward to spending an afternoon with her. The joy, the pride, the excitement of new beginnings, and memories to come in a new home is a feeling that is truly special.
For our afternoon tea get together Roli made the perfect combination of savories, sweets and treats. Here is a look at Roli’s afternoon tea menu: Continue reading Afternoon Tea at Roli’s. A Menu Worth Replicating
Fresh and Light Birthday Lunch
My dear friend Rose came over for lunch to celebrate my birthday back in July and since my birthday is during the summer break that meant at least one child was home from school. On this afternoon it was Anjali who joined us for our super light, fresh, and healthy lunch soiree. Here is a look at our birthday lunch menu. Continue reading Fresh and Light Birthday Lunch
A North Indian Vegetarian Feast at Pallavi & Parag’s
Our family was invited to friends Pallavi and Parag’s home for dinner one weekend and what a feast we were treated to. I haven’t had a North Indian dinner like this in a very long time. So many varieties of vegetarian dishes all prepared at home by Pallavi and her Mom were a feast for the senses. Continue reading A North Indian Vegetarian Feast at Pallavi & Parag’s