"Rick & Cyndi" > wrote in message
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> "Mia& Cyndi" <
>
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> : > : > I'm not sure whether to go lighter or richer on the
> dessert.
> : > These are my
> : > : > two choices: roasted pears with chianti and
> : > parmesano-reggiano or
> : > : > chocolate and whole orange pudding.
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>
> <snip>
> : > I truly think either would be wonderful but my first choice
> would
> : > be the pears. Orrrrrr, maybe just orange slices with
> chocolate
> : > leaves or curls... Sorry. I also, like chocolate and
> oranges
> : > together.
> :
> : Both desserts would be a lot of work ... but if I did the pears
> and then a
> : side plate of chocolate-dipped oranges (could be done ahead)
> ... that would
> : go, don't you think?
> :
> : Thanks!
> : Mia
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>
> Mia, honey, your meal. You do what *you* want to do. LOL
>
> Yeah, I know both would be lots of work and you already will have
> plenty to do. I really do think the pears would be best and
> really like the option of a plate of oranges on the side.
> Personally, I wouldn't even dip them in the chocolate (read - too
> much 'extra' work than what you already have going). Making
> chocolate curls or chocolate leaves would take up a little time
> but would be easier and less fuss in my mind... The simplest
> would be to have a large bowl of the sectioned oranges sprinkle a
> few chocolate curls over the dish and a sprig or two of greenery
> (mint, etc.). Or... just do the pears. Your menu rocks as is!
> Don't let my over-active imagination steer you into more work.
> : )
>
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> Cyndi
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Cyndi, I think I'm going with the pears.

Thanks to you and everyone for your advice.

Mia