Come Dine With Me (Part 1 of 4)

The idea that we should do a series of "Come Dine With Me Dinners" was a discussion that we girls had when we were together for our weekend in Bristol earlier this year.  But this was just pillow talk at the time.

Then came the mysterious parcel in May from the Duchess of Hanwell (a.k.a Bing).  At the time I put it down to another random activity spawned by Bing (after all it is how she got her nickname), but then the light bulb in my brain flickered on... ahhhh... she's put our ramblings into action...

Well today was the day.  I was the first to arrive, on time for a change.  But I had the incentive of being guest and crew... Oh yes the event was filmed in a "Come Dine With Me" fashion, except there was no filming of the prep and no sarcastic commentator doing the voice over.

Well maybe there is something that can be done when I do the final edit of the video.  I'm sure there would be people who would jump at the opportunity to do the voice over.

As you can tell by the place cards it was a posh affair and we each had our titles to fit in with Bing's theme of Aristocracy.  I don't want to ruin the final video so no editor cuts here of the judges thoughts on the food etc... until we have had the last dinner.  But I will leave you with pictures of the food to feed your appetite and to make your own decision on what score to give.  Remember marks out of 10.

Hors D'Oeuvres:

Sparkling wine (with Chambord liquor and cherries),Thai chilli crisps, Salmon Blini's, Parmesan Puff Pastries

Starter:

Crispy poached egg with Parma Ham and Evesham Vale Asparagus

Entree:
Pan-fried duck breast with seasonal vegetables and dauphinoise potatoes

Dessert:

Chocolate creme with coconut ice cream and raspberries with a chocolate tulle

Petit Fours:
Strawberries and Cream Macarons, Chocolate truffles with choice of tea or coffee

Goody Bag:
Wine and bag for the Petit Fours because we were too stuffed to eat any more

Next up is Amee.  Best of luck.
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