Our friends the Hoys set a mean table. I mean with all the trimmings, from an opening salvo of Veuve Clicquot to dessert of strawberries with freshly whipped cream. And once again our host outdid himself with an expertly grilled rack of lamb so tender it put butter to shame.
With our gorgeous dinner of roast asparagus, red potatoes, lamb, salad and cheeses we enjoyed a bottle of Cigare de Volant Reserve 2007 that lived up to my expectations—and more! A secret to our enjoyment was the subtle absence of bread. Without the extra carbs, the meal felt generous yet not filling.
My modest contributions, in addition to the Rhône-style wine, included yellow bunny rabbit Peeps and nonstop wit.
To many of us a meal without good bread is like a meal without wine, especially if you’re having a cheese course. Maybe consider smaller portions if you feel overly full at the end of your meal? Nice wines by the way.