I had lunch today with our Margaret and Marcel (and you didn't, nyah
nyah) at the reincarnation of La Cote Basque as a more casual
restaurant "LCB Brasserie."

It was obvious right away that it was going to be a wonderful
experience. The room had been redecorated and it was beautiful with
deep apricot walls, brown trim, black seats and banquettes, and
gorgeous hardware, except outside. Margaret says the bland outside
lights are standard issue Parisienne lighting fixtures. Mehbee so,
but I think they should at least paint the metal grills black to punch
up the outside facade.

Margaret was impressed with the reasonable prices of the very nice
wine list and ordered an excellent bottle of Cotes du Rhone. The
prix fixe menu had 4 choices each for appetizer, entree, and dessert.
All of the entrees looked great, but would you believe that we all
independently ordered the same entree? And would you believe it was
the liver and onions? (OK, it was calves liver and shallots, written
in French, whatever). Strange but true. Even stranger was that
Margaret ordered meatloaf for an appetizer! Technically it was pate
de campagne but who's kidding whom? ;

The food was delicious- everyone's liver was cooked to perfection in a
delicious sauce (it is a French restaurant, after all). We shared an
order of French fries, which came in a napkin bundle to keep them
warm. When they were all gone, Marcel opened up the napkin and
inspected both sides to make sure that they were *really* all gone,
not hidden by some sleight of hand trick. He did manage to conjure up
one final frite.

The pate with celeriac slaw was really a standout. Margaret shared
(bless you!).

For dessert Margaret and Marcel got the seasonal fruit tart
(strawberry) and Margaret sent hers home with me. I ordered the
dacquoise du chef, which was a beautiful meringue, chocolate, and
almond confection.

All in all, LCB Brasserie (I have to be careful not to type brassiere)
is going to be a favorite!

The best part of course was the opportunity to chat with Margaret and
Marcel. I hadn't seen them since May, also at the original LCB before
it closed. You'd think we'd get together more often, considering we
live in the same city, but we're so busy!

In contrast to today's upscale experience, Margaret will be soon
entertaining some young guests at Mars 2112. Marcel doesn't know
what he's in for. Margaret's only giving him enough information to
get him there. Poor Marcel. But he's a good sport despite that he
told the waiter today "Je ne sais pas facile" when he asked for an
adjustment of his kir.

My traveling about today on mass transit seemed faster than usual too.
Hmm.

Sue(tm)
Lead me not into temptation... I can find it myself!

Curly Sue wrote:
I had lunch today with our Margaret and Marcel (and you didn't, nyah
nyah) at the reincarnation of La Cote Basque as a more casual
restaurant "LCB Brasserie."

It was obvious right away that it was going to be a wonderful
experience. The room had been redecorated and it was beautiful with
deep apricot walls, brown trim, black seats and banquettes, and
gorgeous hardware, except outside. Margaret says the bland outside
lights are standard issue Parisienne lighting fixtures. Mehbee so,
but I think they should at least paint the metal grills black to punch
up the outside facade.

Margaret was impressed with the reasonable prices of the very nice
wine list and ordered an excellent bottle of Cotes du Rhone. The
prix fixe menu had 4 choices each for appetizer, entree, and dessert.
All of the entrees looked great, but would you believe that we all
independently ordered the same entree? And would you believe it was
the liver and onions? (OK, it was calves liver and shallots, written
in French, whatever). Strange but true. Even stranger was that
Margaret ordered meatloaf for an appetizer! Technically it was pate
de campagne but who's kidding whom? ;

The food was delicious- everyone's liver was cooked to perfection in a
delicious sauce (it is a French restaurant, after all). We shared an
order of French fries, which came in a napkin bundle to keep them
warm. When they were all gone, Marcel opened up the napkin and
inspected both sides to make sure that they were *really* all gone,
not hidden by some sleight of hand trick. He did manage to conjure up
one final frite.

The pate with celeriac slaw was really a standout. Margaret shared
(bless you!).

For dessert Margaret and Marcel got the seasonal fruit tart
(strawberry) and Margaret sent hers home with me. I ordered the
dacquoise du chef, which was a beautiful meringue, chocolate, and
almond confection.

All in all, LCB Brasserie (I have to be careful not to type brassiere)
is going to be a favorite!

The best part of course was the opportunity to chat with Margaret and
Marcel. I hadn't seen them since May, also at the original LCB before
it closed. You'd think we'd get together more often, considering we
live in the same city, but we're so busy!

In contrast to today's upscale experience, Margaret will be soon
entertaining some young guests at Mars 2112. Marcel doesn't know
what he's in for. Margaret's only giving him enough information to
get him there. Poor Marcel. But he's a good sport despite that he
told the waiter today "Je ne sais pas facile" when he asked for an
adjustment of his kir.

My traveling about today on mass transit seemed faster than usual too.
Hmm.

Sue(tm)

Yes, it was a really good meal and I hope that the re-born La Cote
Basque will be a great success. Today, at one o'clock, at what should
have been the height of the lunch period, there were many empty
tables. The Brasserie has been open for about two months now.

I was also impressed with what accompanied the main course. Besides
haricots verts, there was a tiny tartlet of baked mashed potatoes with
what seemed to be finely chopped chives (or some other kind of herb)
and a grilled or baked tomato, stuffed with a meat filling. At least
I believe it was a tiny meat dumpling inside the tomato, the top of
which had been sliced off and then put back, so that the filling came
as a pleasant surprise. Sue, did you think there was meat in the tomato?

There will be no trip to Mars 2112. My Godson's younger child became
ill today and they drove back to Boston at the advice of the boy's
pediatrician. I found the email when I came home and they called me
later from the car, still on their way back. (

MS

Curly Sue wrote:
I had lunch today with our Margaret and Marcel (and you didn't, nyah
nyah) at the reincarnation of La Cote Basque as a more casual
restaurant "LCB Brasserie."

It was obvious right away that it was going to be a wonderful
experience. The room had been redecorated and it was beautiful with
deep apricot walls, brown trim, black seats and banquettes, and
gorgeous hardware, except outside. Margaret says the bland outside
lights are standard issue Parisienne lighting fixtures. Mehbee so,
but I think they should at least paint the metal grills black to punch
up the outside facade.

Margaret was impressed with the reasonable prices of the very nice
wine list and ordered an excellent bottle of Cotes du Rhone. The
prix fixe menu had 4 choices each for appetizer, entree, and dessert.
All of the entrees looked great, but would you believe that we all
independently ordered the same entree? And would you believe it was
the liver and onions? (OK, it was calves liver and shallots, written
in French, whatever). Strange but true. Even stranger was that
Margaret ordered meatloaf for an appetizer! Technically it was pate
de campagne but who's kidding whom? ;

The food was delicious- everyone's liver was cooked to perfection in a
delicious sauce (it is a French restaurant, after all). We shared an
order of French fries, which came in a napkin bundle to keep them
warm. When they were all gone, Marcel opened up the napkin and
inspected both sides to make sure that they were *really* all gone,
not hidden by some sleight of hand trick. He did manage to conjure up
one final frite.

The pate with celeriac slaw was really a standout. Margaret shared
(bless you!).

For dessert Margaret and Marcel got the seasonal fruit tart
(strawberry) and Margaret sent hers home with me. I ordered the
dacquoise du chef, which was a beautiful meringue, chocolate, and
almond confection.

All in all, LCB Brasserie (I have to be careful not to type brassiere)
is going to be a favorite!

The best part of course was the opportunity to chat with Margaret and
Marcel. I hadn't seen them since May, also at the original LCB before
it closed. You'd think we'd get together more often, considering we
live in the same city, but we're so busy!

In contrast to today's upscale experience, Margaret will be soon
entertaining some young guests at Mars 2112. Marcel doesn't know
what he's in for. Margaret's only giving him enough information to
get him there. Poor Marcel. But he's a good sport despite that he
told the waiter today "Je ne sais pas facile" when he asked for an
adjustment of his kir.

My traveling about today on mass transit seemed faster than usual too.
Hmm.

Sue(tm)

Yes, it was a really good meal and I hope that the re-born La Cote
Basque will be a great success. Today, at one o'clock, at what should
have been the height of the lunch period, there were many empty
tables. The Brasserie has been open for about two months now.

I was also impressed with what accompanied the main course. Besides
haricots verts, there was a tiny tartlet of baked mashed potatoes with
what seemed to be finely chopped chives (or some other kind of herb)
and a grilled or baked tomato, stuffed with a meat filling. At least
I believe it was a tiny meat dumpling inside the tomato, the top of
which had been sliced off and then put back, so that the filling came
as a pleasant surprise. Sue, did you think there was meat in the tomato?

There will be no trip to Mars 2112. My Godson's younger child became
ill today and they drove back to Boston at the advice of the boy's
pediatrician. I found the email when I came home and they called me
later from the car, still on their way back. (

MS

On Thu, 19 Aug 2004 19:48:00 -0400, Margaret Suran
wrote:

I was also impressed with what accompanied the main course. Besides
haricots verts, there was a tiny tartlet of baked mashed potatoes with
what seemed to be finely chopped chives (or some other kind of herb)
and a grilled or baked tomato, stuffed with a meat filling. At least
I believe it was a tiny meat dumpling inside the tomato, the top of
which had been sliced off and then put back, so that the filling came
as a pleasant surprise. Sue, did you think there was meat in the tomato?

In fact I was going to comment on that point at the table but it
slipped my mind.

The little vegetable "treats" were really special. (Don't forget the
roasted onion).

There will be no trip to Mars 2112. My Godson's younger child became
ill today and they drove back to Boston at the advice of the boy's
pediatrician. I found the email when I came home and they called me
later from the car, still on their way back. (

Aw, poor little guy. I hope it's nothing serious.

Sue(tm)
Lead me not into temptation... I can find it myself!

On Thu, 19 Aug 2004 19:48:00 -0400, Margaret Suran
wrote:

I was also impressed with what accompanied the main course. Besides
haricots verts, there was a tiny tartlet of baked mashed potatoes with
what seemed to be finely chopped chives (or some other kind of herb)
and a grilled or baked tomato, stuffed with a meat filling. At least
I believe it was a tiny meat dumpling inside the tomato, the top of
which had been sliced off and then put back, so that the filling came
as a pleasant surprise. Sue, did you think there was meat in the tomato?

In fact I was going to comment on that point at the table but it
slipped my mind.

The little vegetable "treats" were really special. (Don't forget the
roasted onion).

There will be no trip to Mars 2112. My Godson's younger child became
ill today and they drove back to Boston at the advice of the boy's
pediatrician. I found the email when I came home and they called me
later from the car, still on their way back. (

Aw, poor little guy. I hope it's nothing serious.

Sue(tm)
Lead me not into temptation... I can find it myself!

Curly Sue wrote:
On Thu, 19 Aug 2004 19:48:00 -0400, Margaret Suran
wrote:


I was also impressed with what accompanied the main course. Besides
haricots verts, there was a tiny tartlet of baked mashed potatoes with
what seemed to be finely chopped chives (or some other kind of herb)
and a grilled or baked tomato, stuffed with a meat filling. At least
I believe it was a tiny meat dumpling inside the tomato, the top of
which had been sliced off and then put back, so that the filling came
as a pleasant surprise. Sue, did you think there was meat in the tomato?


In fact I was going to comment on that point at the table but it
slipped my mind.

The little vegetable "treats" were really special. (Don't forget the
roasted onion).


I believe that was the Belgian Endive. Marcel ate mine and gave you
his tomato and his potato tartlet. Isn't trading food fun?

Curly Sue wrote:
On Thu, 19 Aug 2004 19:48:00 -0400, Margaret Suran
wrote:


I was also impressed with what accompanied the main course. Besides
haricots verts, there was a tiny tartlet of baked mashed potatoes with
what seemed to be finely chopped chives (or some other kind of herb)
and a grilled or baked tomato, stuffed with a meat filling. At least
I believe it was a tiny meat dumpling inside the tomato, the top of
which had been sliced off and then put back, so that the filling came
as a pleasant surprise. Sue, did you think there was meat in the tomato?


In fact I was going to comment on that point at the table but it
slipped my mind.

The little vegetable "treats" were really special. (Don't forget the
roasted onion).


I believe that was the Belgian Endive. Marcel ate mine and gave you
his tomato and his potato tartlet. Isn't trading food fun?

Dog3 wrote:
(Curly Sue) news:41251821.4259860@news-
server.nyc.rr.com:


I had lunch today with our Margaret and Marcel (and you didn't, nyah
nyah) at the reincarnation of La Cote Basque as a more casual
restaurant "LCB Brasserie."


Sue(tm)
Lead me not into temptation... I can find it myself!


Hmmm... and I've been cleared for travel. I'm also hungry.

Michael - snooping around Expedia.com

So, when are you coming to New York City? I have been waiting to meet
you for nearly three years now.

Dog3 wrote:
(Curly Sue) news:41251821.4259860@news-
server.nyc.rr.com:


I had lunch today with our Margaret and Marcel (and you didn't, nyah
nyah) at the reincarnation of La Cote Basque as a more casual
restaurant "LCB Brasserie."


Sue(tm)
Lead me not into temptation... I can find it myself!


Hmmm... and I've been cleared for travel. I'm also hungry.

Michael - snooping around Expedia.com

So, when are you coming to New York City? I have been waiting to meet
you for nearly three years now.

Curly Sue wrote:
I had lunch today with our Margaret and Marcel (and you didn't, nyah
nyah) at the reincarnation of La Cote Basque as a more casual
restaurant "LCB Brasserie."

The lunch sounds wonderful (not the liver part though). A nice
lunch with good food and good company is one of life's pleasures.

Curly Sue wrote:
I had lunch today with our Margaret and Marcel (and you didn't, nyah
nyah) at the reincarnation of La Cote Basque as a more casual
restaurant "LCB Brasserie."

The lunch sounds wonderful (not the liver part though). A nice
lunch with good food and good company is one of life's pleasures.

In article ,
(Curly Sue) wrote:

I had lunch today with our Margaret and Marcel (and you didn't, nyah
nyah) at the reincarnation of La Cote Basque as a more casual
restaurant "LCB Brasserie."

Margaret was impressed with the reasonable prices of the very nice
wine list and ordered an excellent bottle of Cotes du Rhone.

Just one? She must be losing a step.

The prix fixe menu had 4 choices each for appetizer, entree, and
dessert.


The food was delicious- everyone's liver was cooked to perfection in

Dear Sue: I hate you. I mean that in only the nicest way. Color me
Envy Green !
--
-Barb, www.jamlady.eboard.com An update on 7/22/04.

In article ,
(Curly Sue) wrote:

I had lunch today with our Margaret and Marcel (and you didn't, nyah
nyah) at the reincarnation of La Cote Basque as a more casual
restaurant "LCB Brasserie."

Margaret was impressed with the reasonable prices of the very nice
wine list and ordered an excellent bottle of Cotes du Rhone.

Just one? She must be losing a step.

The prix fixe menu had 4 choices each for appetizer, entree, and
dessert.


The food was delicious- everyone's liver was cooked to perfection in

Dear Sue: I hate you. I mean that in only the nicest way. Color me
Envy Green !
--
-Barb, www.jamlady.eboard.com An update on 7/22/04.

On Thu, 19 Aug 2004 22:04:11 GMT, (Curly
Sue) wrote:

I had lunch today with our Margaret and Marcel (and you didn't, nyah
nyah) at the reincarnation of La Cote Basque as a more casual
restaurant "LCB Brasserie."

[snip]

Sounded like a great meal. Thanks for sharing the experience. What
else was available for the main course besides liver?


modom

"Dallas is a rich man with a death wish in his eyes."
-- Jimmie Dale Gilmore

On Thu, 19 Aug 2004 22:04:11 GMT, (Curly
Sue) wrote:

I had lunch today with our Margaret and Marcel (and you didn't, nyah
nyah) at the reincarnation of La Cote Basque as a more casual
restaurant "LCB Brasserie."

[snip]

Sounded like a great meal. Thanks for sharing the experience. What
else was available for the main course besides liver?


modom

"Dallas is a rich man with a death wish in his eyes."
-- Jimmie Dale Gilmore