When I entered GBC Nancy's home with baquettes warm from the oven and a platter of bouchees parmentier au fromage, the atmosphere was festive with French greetings and a selection of delicious hors d'oeuvres. It seemed each of us had a themed contribution: oysters, pates, cheeses, and the aforementioned potato cheese sticks. It was a lovely way to begin the weekend.
Our dinner was simple and delicious: salad, boeuf bourguignon (amazing!), and bread. Though several of us were relegated to a separate area ("the kids table") for the main meal, we gathered together in the dining room for dessert provided by GBC Susan's French baker. As we each sampled our slices of cake (yes, two!), the evening moved to an animated conversation regarding our favourite parts of the book, anecdotes of travel in France, cooking, and a brief history of the USIS. It seemed we were all a fan of Paul and Julia's relationship and of owning a cat, though not certain of the feasibility to have wine with each meal.
Though we changed the seating arrangements to protect the innocent, the tradition of an impeccable meal and a fabulous book club at GBC Nancy's was continued. See you next month!
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