Ruske Turns 30-Something

Young as her visage may be, don't let the monthly facials fool you! Just kidding, as Jen R retains a permanently Spring-like demeanour, Dorian Grey exterior and vibrant personality. Even though full-on B'day celebrations may occur later in the month, Cafe Drake wanted to honor our dear friend with a carefree, breezy Sunday night dinner, along with her close pal Lazzaro (who came bearing lovely French dry white wine and Veuve Cliquot). See our menu as always below and our photos above. After the final dessert course Ruske and Cafe Drake sprang into action and hit the Cafe Drake dancefloor, as good friends with a zest for Exuberance are wont to do. Esp. after cocktails and multiple bottles of wine! Predictable Lushes? Certainly. Celebrants of Life? Most definitely!

BIRTHDAY DINNER FOR JENIFER RUSKE

Homemade Rosewater Lemonade with Aged Dominican Rum

Green Chutney Indian Cheetoes

Roasted Shrimp with Heirloom Green, Orange, Red & Yellow Grape Tomatoes

Olive Oil Toast

Filet Mignon in a Pepper- Madiera Glaze

Twice Stuffed Potatoes with Fresh Horseradish

Zucchini Casserole au Gratin

Homemade Daikon Pickles

Cappucino Caramel Cookies

Coffee

Jardin de la fruitiere 2007

VoloRosso Pinot Grigio 2004

Chateau Turcaud Bordeaux 2003

Veuve Cliquot Ponsardin Brut