Chianti, French lemonade bottle, balsamic vinegarI came in the front door last night from walking the dogs. When I did, I noticed a plastic grocery bag tied in a knot with something in it. Upon closer inspection before picking it up I realized it was a french lemonade bottle I had admired at my friend Marlene's the Friday before, when we were at her house for bridge.
What a great surprise. She must have dropped it off on her way to the airport - she is now in China! I can't wait to hear about this trip. I hope she takes lots of pictures. And she just got back from France. She has a gentleman friend who is French, and he owns a vineyard. She visited it during her trip and said it was wonderful.
So, favorite things: chianti which I "discovered" was I the zillionth person to fall for chianti when visiting Chianti? that's me, an original in Tuscany and loved, much to my surprise. The lemonade bottle because of how it looks and the old fashioned stopper. And balsamic vinegar because Hello! have you tasted balsamic vinegar?
The best way I've had balsamic vinegar other than swigging it straight from the bottle is drizzled over chunks of parmiggiano reggiano cheese.
Note: over on Bossy's newly redesigned blog, she's starting a poverty party. Of course, this is after she tempted me with wine tumblers.
We collect old bottles as well so I can appreciate your love for these. I too am a balsamic vinegar fan! Fresh foccacia and some BV...ummm...when is lunch?
ReplyDeleteTell your friend Marlene you now have another friend Marlene...LOL
Have a great day Molly!
"The best way I've had balsamic vinegar other than swigging it straight from the bottle is drizzled over chunks of parmesano reggiano cheese."
ReplyDeleteInteresting - I never tried that.
I think it's really good drizzled on a salad of tomatoes, basil and fresh Mozzarella.