Wednesday, 10 December 2008

Balabusta

bal·a·bus·ta (bal∙eh∙bos'∙teh)
n.
Mistress of the house; hostess; friendly woman; excellent homemaker.

If my Grandmother were to read this post, she'd say "Oh you're such a balabusta." Two weekends ago was NBH's Aunt's 50th birthday party. The night before his mother some of the people in town over and we "catered" the event.

Here's the spread:





Starters:

Tomato & Basil Bruschetta




Pesto & Parmesan Bruschetta



Smoked Mackerel Pâté
on Sourdough toast



6 Layer Taco Dip





Main Course:

Vodka and Marscapone Fusilli
with Sunblushed Tomatoes and Grilled Seasoned Chicken



Dessert:

Triple Chocolate Cake
with Red Berries and Pomegranate Seeds



The two chefs: