Mid July was a feast for the eyes as well as the appetite! First the appetite part:
Our friend, John E Fike, (known to his friends and family as "Jef") satisfied a Francophile's dream by producing a bash at the way-cool
to launch his new (old) enterprise:
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When he owned Cassis Bistro, we lived nearby and were fortunate to dine there at least once a month. We were heartbroken when he closed and, now that he's restarting, so to speak, I'm delighted to announce that Charlie, Cassis' chef, is back, too!
We corralled a few good friends into attending (thank you!) and even our son donated his serving skills! It was quite the luscious experience: Coq au vin, Basil/Tomato/Sweet onion salade, specialty cocktails - oh la la! My next catered event will be feature
, that's for sure!
The night before the Cassis launch,
organized a Block Party at their studio and all the neighboring businesses joined in:
...
There was fresh pizza, wine, beer, appetizers, gourmet hot dogs - alongside art and artful furniture & accessories! And, best of all - sun!
