You can see me in the reflection.
As 2009 draws to a close, blah blah blah. I have nothing inspirational to write or words of wisdom. I’m just glad the year is over. A chapter in my life is done, complete, locked away never to be repeated. One thing I will repeat is a visit to Bouchon. This year I dined at Bouchon FOUR times. Three of those times were in Las Vegas. Yesterday I visited the new Bouchon outlet in Beverly Hills.
Edited to add this picture. I can’t believe I forgot to add it. Why am I the only one wearing color? I realize it’s winter, but we’re at Bouchon!! Oh well, they all look great.
Me, Aaron, Jen, Michelle
The service was outstanding. The waitstaff was very proactive. We had a long leisurely lunch, mostly discussing the chaos that is my life (I apologize for being a conversation hog: Jen, Michelle, Aaron!). This time instead of my usual salad and gnocchi, I had the soup du jour (butternut squash) and the croque madame without the HAM.
My friend Michelle wrote a more in-depth description of our experience. You can read it HERE.
The dark things in the middle are pomegranate seeds
On brioche!
I can't seem to order anything else for dessert!
Even the bathroom is gorgeous.
I went on a baking binge right before Christmas and thanks to C & H Sugar who sent me a gift card to use to purchase ingredients, I added a last-minute item of brownie squares to my cookie plate. I made this recipe, but with out the nuts–because there are some people in my family who do not like nuts. They may be the same people who like HAM.
Happy New Year! :)
Here’s to a great new year- only good stuff! And lots more brownies.
One of these days I have to get out to the west coast and try Bouchon after hearing how much you love it!
Happy New Year!
Happy New Year, Wendy – it sounds like 2010 is going to be YOUR year. And next time you come to Vegas, we are going to get together no matter what!
Here’s to a really awesome year! I hope everything goes your way in 2010. Looks like you’re off to a good start… brownies… good call!
I’m sure it will !!! Auguri !!
Happy new year! Cheers to a great 2010.
If I get to Vegas this year, I am SO going to Bouchon!
Bouchon is the best! Happy New Year!
Someday I will eat at Bouchon. ;-) Happy New Year and here is to a wonderful 2010 for you!
What fun you are having, like you just came alive.
I am positive 2010 will be better for all of us.
xo
I hope that you have an amazing year!
Happy New Year! Looks like you all had a fab time at lunch. I love your red shirt – it’s perfect to bring some cheer in winter.
Happy New Year! I hope you’re right! :)
~ingrid