Marathon behind my stove

It was a long day yesterday! We started actually a few weeks ago to prepare for yesterday. Didn’t matter, we were still pushing to get everything done before the guests arrived. We did 20 bites for 45 guests at our “A Nightmare Before Christmas” Halloween Party. Our intent besides saying thanks to our loyal customers (ENCORE CLUB) was to showcase some interesting appetizers for holiday party giving. When we got to appetizer #12, couples were “sharing” bites. By #13 they flatly refused to take any more. So we omitted two apps (the scallops and the white bean crepes) and went on to desserts. Even eliminated one of those too, the big caramel apple slices. But all in all it was rewarding because I actually did this marathon behind my stove without missing a beat, in full costume! The crew was phenomenal and worked their “mmm’s” off. We could have had an after party with all the leftovers from the leftovers after the crew refreshed on them, but we were just too tired. Guests were great and seemed to enjoy themselves–staying to the feeding frenzy end! Guest voted and the winning appetizers of the evening were the “Wild Mushroom Strudel with Crab salad” and “Baked Muffalatta.” And of course, the hot chocolate with chipotle cream was a big hit. All the recipes are to be posted ASAP! (Or, as soon as Lenore gets to it) Ciao, Bob

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3 Responses to “Marathon behind my stove”

1. Barb McKenna Says:
   November 9th, 2009 at 2:59 pm

   We had a great time and went home stuffed! I have been looking for the appetizer recipes on your web site from that evening. Are you going to be posting them? I would love to make the mushroon streudel and humus for the holidays. Thanks again for a fun evening!

2. lenore Says:
   November 15th, 2009 at 1:13 am

   Our bad! we are still catching up and Lenore sends her apologies. She is the one to post recipes. In the meantime send email and she will send the two recipes you need. Thanks for your comments. Ciao, Bob

3. Roger Says:
   December 3rd, 2009 at 10:25 am

   How about putting them in a recipe book of party appetizers and desserts. You can sign me up.

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