Friends, It may be misty, but I am propped up in bed with my IPad and a fresh cup of coffee and a crusty roll watching the banks of the Danube float by. There is a coffee machine right down the hall from us and you can guess which one gets the coffee??
Last night was the captain's dinner. I am going to try to remember most of the courses served. Wine was flowing all night. We started with a cocktail reception in the lounge with appetizers. Then we proceeded to the dining room. Salmon tartare was served on a curved spoon. I spread it on bread-delicious. Next was soup (not memorable). Tiger prawns were next. A tall glass with a tiny scoop of sorbet in soda appeared Followed by Veal Tenderloin on risotto. Next was a beautiful French apple tart served with a brandy sauce and vanilla ice cream. A small dish of chocolates was passed and then Chuck went to the Cheese serving station and brought back a selection for our table.
Our experience was enhanced by wonderful dinner company. David and Jan had been missionaries in Nigeria for 40 years. He and Chuck talked non-stop plus I could tell he would eat anything--another common bond! Two women from Maryland were at the other end of the table and were also enjoyable. We finally waddled back to our rooms. Last night we gained an hour. We needed it.
Last night was the captain's dinner. I am going to try to remember most of the courses served. Wine was flowing all night. We started with a cocktail reception in the lounge with appetizers. Then we proceeded to the dining room. Salmon tartare was served on a curved spoon. I spread it on bread-delicious. Next was soup (not memorable). Tiger prawns were next. A tall glass with a tiny scoop of sorbet in soda appeared Followed by Veal Tenderloin on risotto. Next was a beautiful French apple tart served with a brandy sauce and vanilla ice cream. A small dish of chocolates was passed and then Chuck went to the Cheese serving station and brought back a selection for our table.
Our experience was enhanced by wonderful dinner company. David and Jan had been missionaries in Nigeria for 40 years. He and Chuck talked non-stop plus I could tell he would eat anything--another common bond! Two women from Maryland were at the other end of the table and were also enjoyable. We finally waddled back to our rooms. Last night we gained an hour. We needed it.
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