It’s winter out there!! I was freezing waiting for the lightrail and the bike ride home was frigid. And there’s a mean wind too. I will be bundling up in a coat and gloves for my next bike ride event of the day!
The husband and I ventured uptown today to meet blog reader Farah for lunch at Pewter Rose! She was joined by her friend Veronica. I enjoyed meeting both of them and hearing about their experiences living in lots of different cities 🙂
As luck would have it, Pewter Rose was serving their A.mazing Butterscotch Scones again. But this time instead of gobbling mine down I had a third of it and gave the rest to the husband. I wasn’t as hungry as I was last time I was there, so it was cool. But then I had another bite of Farah’s at the end of lunch!
I debated and debated on what to order. I really wanted the hummus platter that I had last time, but I decided I should branch out. So I ordered the Waldorf Salad with blue cheese, pecans, pears and a raspberry vinaigrette topped with a piece of seared sockeye salmon. Also on the side – a fried green tomater! I ate most everything on my plate, sans 2 shares of salmon and the dressing.
My tablemates ordered:
A Waldorf Salad with grilled chicken for Farah (I had a chicken bite)
A spicy Chorizo Omelet with hash browns for the husband (I had 2 bites)
And the Bananas Foster Stuffed French Toast with Rum Butter Cream for Veronica! SO GOOD!!
She was kind enough to share some with me 🙂
But even after all of that, I still left feeling a little empty 🙁 Farah and I both wished our salads were heavier on the greens.
So 45 minutes later I’m home and sipping a cup of tea and dug into the Maple Pecan Granola. This stuff is SO GOOD!!! I had 4 handfuls straight from the container..
I need to be disciplined and get some studying done for my back-to-back midterms this week before I venture out again for dinner/drinks. I’m making the house study-friendly with Pandora jazz and candlelight. I wish the sun would come back out too, but I suppose this gloom fits the study ambiance.
Danielle says
I’m drinking a cup of tea, listening to Pandora and studying for a midterm right now! 🙂 Good luck!
coco says
such a comforting lunch! And it’s so nice that you meet with your blog readers. I wish I could meet you someday.
SmA033 says
omg i’ve SO been there & not known! i checked out the website, and it’s the same place– i’ve been to the top floor (Tutto Mundo Lounge) for a couple of bridal showers but i’ve never checked out the pewter rose bistro! I HAVE to try it now!!
VeggieGirl says
FREEEEEZING here as well – only 40°F!!
Hooray for meeting blog readers!! So fun 🙂
Butterscotch scones?!?!??!! Yes, please!!!
madison (follow my weigh) says
wow everything looks SOO good! good job on the scone =P
Marianne says
Good luck on the studying!
Megan says
What a wonderful lunch! I will take the butterscotch scone and the French toast. YUM! Good luck studying!
Lisa says
How cool of you to take the time to meet a couple of readers!
Question – when you order a salad, do you not use dressing at all? I usually use much less than I’m given, but I need at least a touch – and raspberry vinaigrette is my favorite.
Beadie says
Yay for meeting blog readers!
Lunch looks fab!
Laura says
We’re down in the 50s here in VA, so I know exactly what you mean! I’m going to have to start bundling up just to take the dog out.
Shelby says
Butterscotch Scones? Yes Please!!!
Kath says
SmA033 ,
Oh cool you’ve been there!! How was Tutto Mundo? Seemed like it would be a cool lounge.
Lisa ,
I usually use a tsp or two of dressings, but I try to eat the toppings with the lettuce first and usually only use the dressing for the end of a salad. But if it’s a super fabulous dressing I will use more.
Kath
Katelyn says
Everyone’s food looks absolutely wonderful! Your salmon looked so beautiful, it makes me wish I liked fish.
emmy says
Kath – just wanted to give you heads up that I added you to my blogroll; let me know if it’s a probelm.
Biz319 says
Wow, that french toast looks amazing!
Camille says
Hey Kath,
I went to fresh market today for the first time and saw a lot of the foods that you’ve posted on here before such as fage, the granola planks, and LARABARS! i shop at a generic supermarket so it was nice to shop there for a change. I picked up some of the granola planks and LOTS of greek yogurt, but the Larabars were TINY!!!!
I don’t know if i’m the only one, but after all the hype about larabars, they sure are tiny and can’t be that filling! Is it worth buying it though at 1.50 per bar? Haha, I actually laughed when I saw it. It’s so cute!
You look awesome as always.
Enjoy the rest of your weekend!!
Camille
Maureen says
OMG, I’ve been biking to work at 6 a.m. It’s COLD. It’s about 4 deg celcius (39 F, I think) and my hands are frozen when I get to work. Argh, why can’t it stay late summer forever?
Krista says
Awesome looking food! You always make such good choices! 🙂
renée says
hi. i just found your blog through a link on kalyn’s kitchen. i’m really enjoying it! just thought i’d introduce myself and tell you i’m psyched to try some of your recipes. keep up the good work!
Celia says
Gosh, the weather here in Aus has been pretty wacky of late … one day it’s all rainy and cold, the next day it’s the exact opposite! Wow, I <3 your meal choices, they look really yummy 😀 The scone sounds amazing … I wonder if they make any sweet scones there (I’m not a big fan of savory baked goods)!
Elina says
Hi Kath,
I went to TJ’s today and they were out of their greek yogurt here in Boston too. I remembered your posts and bought the European style, but then at the checkout decided to ask the guy if they discontinued the greek yogurts. I got the scoop on the situation: they had some quality problems and will be out the greek style yogurt for a while. Hmm, I’m not happy about that, but hopefully the European style isn’t bad. It’s a lot cheaper too 🙂
Also, question for Matt, I made his bagels today and they came out really small. Were yours/his small? Mine are almost like mini bagels (I posted a picture on my blog). Did I screw something up?
Thanks!
Roxana says
I wish I could reach through the screen and take that french toast!! (and that omelet minus the chorizo)
Grounded Fitness says
man, you’re just a regular little celebrity!
its freezing here, too. Im drinking a hefeweizen right now, and contemplated microwaving it.
Kelly Turner
www.groundedfitness.com
Bridget says
I too spent a large part of the day studying with Pandora!! OMG that french toast looks AMAZING!! So cool to dine with a reader!
Kath says
emmy ,
No problem – I’m honored.
Camille ,
You might be the first to spot granola planks in person! LaraBars are not big, but the trick is to eat them verrrrrry slowly. I chew and chew each nibble.
Maureen ,
You need gloves!
renée ,
Welcome to KERF!!
Elina ,
You must have missed this week’s comments – the Greek was recalled because of weigh issues. I do like the European though. It’s tangy and thicker and not watery at all. A good alternative for sure.
The husband’s bagels are not nearly the size of bakery ones. I believe they are closer to 2-3 oz cooked and bakery ones are 4-5. So yes, they are closer to mini bagels. I think they are the perfect size – about 200 calories each – for a portion of bread.
Kath
Fancy says
I bought Granola Planks at my local Whole Foods a few weeks ago (Chicago)!
SmA033 says
Hey kath– sorry to comment back so late! i forgot i had written one!– tutto mundo is cool if you want a private area for a party. it’s spacious and has casual furniture. oh & their food is pretty awesome too! 😉