It was really nice to see our friends yesterday and, despite not having seen each other for several years, we picked up right where we left off. So we talked, and laughed and ate and ate and ate. We are getting older though since we all had the will-power to say we were too full for dessert. L. ate several portions later that evening so that made up for it.
I slightly overcooked the eggs in the Shashuka but everything else turned out well. I thought the polenta panisses were particularly excellent and will be making those again.
Polenta Panisses with Za'atar and Whipped Feta (with drinks)
Bouillabaisse Mini Soups
Beet Marinated Octopus, Pea Leaf Salad with Lemon Dressing, Pickled Red Onion
Green Shashuka
Flatbreads with Dukkah and Walnut Oil
I forgot to take a photo of the Homemade Merguez Patties and, as mentioned above, no one wanted the Chocolate Cream Puffs, even after a long walk.