Years ago when HG/BSK lived in a Montclair, N.J. mansion, HG/BSK had a Colombian housekeeper named Lucy. When HG/BSK and family left for an evening out, Lucy would emit some heart wrenching sighs while murmuring “All alone…”. Well, HG was all alone last night. But, it was a
very happy time. A few “Spritzes” (cold white wine with a dash of Aperol). They sharpened HG’s appetite. First course was an Elena Ruz sandwich (on the menu in many Cuban restaurants). How to make it: Two slices of thin Pepperidge white bread. One slice covered in softened cream cheese topped with sliced turkey. Strawberry jam covering the turkey. Other bread slice on top to make a sandwich which is cut on the diagonal. Sounds strange. Try it. Delicious. Another course was reheated Marc Meyer Brandade. Sublime. HG drank more than a half bottle of Beaujolais Nouveau (good vintage this November). So—“All Alone” can be mighty pleasant.
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