Posh Nosh
Labels: eating out, home life
Friday, October 05, 2007
One of the things my husband and I like to do as a couple is eat out. Because of his hectic work and travelling schedule, we don't see much of each other, so eating out is a time where we reconnect and bond. It's also like going on a date: we make reservations, get dressed up and dine in relatively fine style. And since we don't like to rush, these little dinners can stretch into three hour affairs. The general rule of thumb is: the posher the place, the longer the meal. We don't mind though because it gives us a chance to talk. And that's the way it's been since we met.
Tommorrow evening is no different. Well, except we have something to celebrate about. No, I'm not pregnant but I prefer not to disclose the reason as I just want to savour the moment privately with Hubs since it's an awfully big thing. Life changing, one might even say.
The restaurant we've picked is called De Lindeboom New Style Restaurant. It's a chic establishment which serves fusion cuisine and is one of our regular haunts. You know you're a regular when you call up to make reservations and they know whose name to place the table under before you even say it. You also know you're a regular when again, without prior arrangement, you get your favourite table - window seat, facing the church courtyard. Every time. The other nice touch is, whenever we arrive, the owner, if he's not busy, is there to greet us and take our coats. If he had been previously engaged, he'll make it a point to come by our table later at least once or twice to make small talk or check if we're enjoying our meal. Ditto with the other staff. And that is why we enjoy fine dining - it's not just the food, it's the service and the ambience. In this case, the interior of De Lindeboom is very modern and chic. Lovely pebbled leather chairs to sink into while you enjoy the equally lovely view of the old church and it's courtyard next to it. Soft lighting, candles and other tasteful decor touches round up the entire atmosphere.
Being foodies, Hubs and I have a weakness for good food, just like being shoe mad, I can't resist designer or rather, well designed shoes. More often than not, this means going upmarket; even better if there's a Michelin star or two plastered over the signboard. It all seems rather frivolous but hey, whatever rocks your boat and leisurely fancy pants dinners rock ours.
And where is Sonny-boy when we dine out? Unless it's an anniversary or a dinner date, he's right there at the table with us. We've taught him from day one to behave and sit out long dinners since eating out plays a huge part in our lives. People used to be amazed at how a three year old could stay put for two hours in a restaurant (fancy or regular) and i)not scream his head off and ii) not run around and wreck havoc on all and sundry. It's all training, I always say, and a strong will (ours) and even thicker skins and deafer ears (again ours and ours). We had our fair share of tantrums and run-ins but we stuck to our guns and as a result, we can now take him anywhere.
So.
I'm really looking forward to tommorrow. On top of the family time we'll be sharing, I wonder what De Lindenboom's autumn/winter menu will have in store. I hope there's game although it's still a tad too early. Well, we'll soon find out.
In the meantime, please excuse me while I go figure out what to wear.
The Dutchess of Cookalot whipped this up at 5:56 pm
Nevertheless, enjoy ur romantic meal and I'm keeping my congrats until further notice. Kekekeee!!!!
