Indian Dinner with friends...

Last night we had our first dinner party at our humble apartment in Rio. During the day we had to go out and purchase a few extra dinner plates and some additional flatware because we realized we only had four plates and there would be five adults eating + two kids! I guess need often encourages the buying of things one doesn't use day to day. I now have 6 wine glasses as well! Pete Kennedy was our chef of the night, bringing all the ingredients for a fantastic Indian style feast. Joe and Francesca kept a close eye on Pete completing the meal. I'm really grateful for our "American style" kitchen. The three of them standing and talking would not be possible in most kitchens here in Brazil, as most kitchens are a narrow, small room. It is not typical of Brazilian culture to spend time in the kitchen as it is in the US. Many families employ a maid/cook to prepare meals and the family does their socializing in other areas of the house.
We had curry chicken, couscous, hummus, 2 different veggie dishes, and various tortes for dessert. Everything was fantastic!!


The mess that remained can be seen here...a couple bottles of wine, a few beers, and lots of food later, we ended the evening relaxing on the veranda.
We are really thankful to have so many wonderful people down here taking care of us, sharing happy times with, filling in as "family". The international experience sure has brought some interesting people into our life. So many experiences, independent and shared and so much to learn from those around us.


Who is going to clean this mess????
OH, I have to add this dialogue with Sierra from during the day. We were preparing to leave for the store to buy beer and wine and a few plates (lol) when she said: Um, can we buy some pop too because it's not like I'm going to be drinking beer with you guys all night!