A Bridal Luncheon

Today was a great day! Not only did I attend my best friend's bridal shower, but it was held at great friend's excellent restaurant, the Laurrapin Grille (http://www.stjohngourmet.com/) in Havre de Grace, MD. I highly recommend trying this restaurant if you are in the Havre de Grace area and want to try some unique and tasty cuisine in a cool setting.

The food is always top notch at the restaurant. In fact, our friends have held several occasions there recently because of the overwhelming demand for the food! Today was no different. The appetizers were highlighted by a delicious artichoke,eggplant spinach dip served with crostini and crackers. A fruit platter with a raspberry cream sauce was also a hit!

My girlfriend is a real "meat and potatoes" kinda gal, to use her own words, so the lunch was just that! The meal consisted of a fresh mixed green salad, chicken breast topped with a corn chowder type sauce, roasted potatoes, roast beef and creamy veggie bow tie pasta dish. As you can see, I really loaded up my plate. I hope that doesn't look to gross!!!

For dessert, our friend made these delicious light and fluffy strawberry cupcakes. Also, the bride's sister brought a delicious cake from the famous NYC Magnolia bakery. She has brought a cake down from the City for two occasions now. The cakes are so beautiful and I wasn't able to get a photo:(

As I said before, today was an exceptional day. It was a significant and memorable day for my best friend as she approaches her wedding day and more selfishly because of all the good grub!