Savoury Sunday

So the husband and I (should I call him Mr. Feb Res?) decided to forgo the typical Valentine's Day plans (dinner, flowers, etc.) and treat ourselves to a decadent afternoon featuring some of our favourite libations and treats.

First up, an afternoon Caesar.

A summer staple at our home and the cottage, who knew that clamato juice (that's tomato juice with clam juice for you non-Canadian readers - HA! who am I kidding) with some vodka and the fixings make such a yummy cocktail.

hail caesar!

Second on the schedule.

A dozen raw oysters, shucked by my husband.  Mr. Feb Res loves oysters. I always turned up my nose to them and said "no thanks!". We were in London last year and he tried desperately to get me to have an oyster with him at Borough Market.  Stupidly, I declined.

I am now in love with the little slimy buggers.

no pearls in these guys

always with lemon and pepper

Being the smart lady I am, I told him he needs to take me back to London so I can indulge with him this time.

the aftermath

Up next, a platter of bread, oils, cheeses, pears, anchovies (for the husband only) and crackers.

5 year Balderson
Blue cheese
Goat cheese with hot chilli sauce (not pictured...damn!)

cheese makes me happy

as does bread

Clearly my husband knows the way to my heart is through my stomach.

So now I sit, happy and full.  Saving this guy for the Grammys tonight.

to be opened....

A lovely V-Day treat, from the comfort of my own home (and sweatpants).

Happy (early) Valentine's Day! What are your plans?