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Wednesday, March 9, 2022

Yummy 5-Course Italian Dinner at Ristorante da Maria in Dublin, Georgia

 We sure are glad that friend and Lady Chef Maria Runggaldier got FINALLY back home from Italy after having been stranded there for almost 1.5 year...
So, we once more enjoyed her excellent cooking at Ristorante da Maria.
Arriving at the elegant Ristorante da Maria...
Pieter wearing his navy Burberry blazer and I wear my Escada silk blouse and wool vest with red roses.
And still in my soft leather boots, gift from Italy.
It would have been Mom & Dad's 73rd Wedding Anniversary on February 26.
Appetizer:
Zuppa di granchio al pomodoro
Tasty Tomato Crab Soup, English peas, pearl onions and celery leaves
Such a YUMMY and spicy soup...
First dish:
Involtini di pasta con cariofini
Oven baked home made Pasta Rolls stuffed with baby artichoke cream, topped with Parmesan cheese and butter flakes, served on a zucchini veloutée
Fish–Entrée:
Cuore di merluzzo alla mediterranea
Pan seared Cod Fillet, served in a Mediterranean sauce with fresh tomatoes, oregano, shallots, olives and capers
Sorbet:
Sorbetto ai lamponi
Raspberry/Lemon Sorbet
Pieter also did wear his Brioni shirt (Last Call Neiman Marcus score...) for which he also needs to wear his cuff links.
Heinz always knows how to serve an espresso coffee for Pieter, with his dessert...
For both of us, it is very much like being back in Italy.
Maria is an authentic Italian Lady Chef and the only one in our region.
She has an excellent staff as well, they learned so much from her over some 18 years!
At least, her sous chef and staff managed to continue with serving delicious meals on Friday and Saturday nights, while Maria was stuck in Italy.
Dessert:
Crema catalana allo zenzero con frutti di bosco
Ginger flavored "Crema Catalana"
It was indeed a yummy 5-course Italian Dinner...

Related links:
Lovely Birthday Dinner at Ristorante da Maria | wearing my same Escada outfit...
{ROSES} | showing you the back of my Escada wool rose cardigan...
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34 comments:

  1. DebbyMarch 9, 2022 at 11:11 PM

    I couldn’t possibly eat that much! You both look very dapper.

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderMarch 10, 2022 at 6:11 AM

      Dearest Debby,
      It is not that much and you probably make a mistake by comparing this to any American fast food restaurant.
      This is at leisure over more than two hours... this kind of authentic Italian food is never greasy or heavy on your stomach! It also is prepared from scratch from fresh ingredients.
      Hugs,
      Mariette

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  2. OLga March 10, 2022 at 3:37 AM

    Buongiorno Mariette,siete una bellissima coppia,complimenti.Avete mangiato un pranzo favoloso all'italiana.Statemi bene.

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderMarch 10, 2022 at 6:14 AM

      Cara Olga,
      Grazie e sicuro che questo è stato il migliore cena per tutta la nostra regione e autentico italiano.
      Abbracci,
      Mariette

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  3. Martha Jane OrlandoMarch 10, 2022 at 8:10 AM

    I'm sure the food tasted just as delightful as it looked. I'm glad your Italian chef friend is back in the U.S.
    Blessings!

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderMarch 10, 2022 at 9:41 AM

      Dearest Martha Jane,
      Oh we were so delighted to hear of her return back in the U.S.!
      The food was a treat for the eye and for the stomach.
      Hugs,
      Mariette

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  4. Janey and Co.March 10, 2022 at 8:11 AM

    You both look great and so does your meal. Seems like we have been eating at home forever. Looking forward to dressing up and going “out” to dinner!

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderMarch 10, 2022 at 9:43 AM

      Dearest Janey,
      Thank you and it was indeed a yummy meal!
      We too cook and eat at home, for health reasons only but once in a while one ought to indulge.
      Hugs,
      Mariette

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  5. Tammy@T's Daily TreasuresMarch 10, 2022 at 9:09 AM

    You two are looking great. Nice that you were able to enjoy such a spectacular meal. Thank you very much for the birthday wishes you sent my way. We were actually in Colombo, our first time back there in 4 years and our first trip in over 2 years. Unfortunatly, upon return, my husband started with a cold and two days later I was not feeling so great either. Still have a lingering and aggravating cough but okay otherwise. Take care.

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderMarch 10, 2022 at 9:46 AM

      Dearest Tammy,
      Thank you and it was such a treat!
      Happy to read that you both have been back to Colombo.
      Guess any cold or flu is nowadays being 'magnified' and looked at so different than in the past. Sure at times we came home with something we contracted during a long flight.
      Hugs,
      Mariette

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  6. Anne Hagman-NiilolaMarch 10, 2022 at 9:18 AM

    How delicious looking portions of food.

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  7. ParnassusMarch 10, 2022 at 12:14 PM

    Hello Mariette, I'm glad that you and Pieter got to enjoy this elaborate and delicious-looking dinner. It's a good thing that both of you are thin--this doesn't look like the Dieter's Special! Since I cook for myself I have gotten used to eating only one item at a meal, but I can imagine how all these dishes tasted together.
    --Jim

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderMarch 10, 2022 at 1:07 PM

      Dearest Jim,
      Yes, we both are grateful for such an opportunity and we thoroughly enjoyed it.
      Both of us never have been overweight but it is due to other health restrictions that we cannot eat like this frequently.
      Just like you, we prepare our meals at home and eat rather simple.
      Hugs,
      Mariette

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  8. Jo-Anne's RamblingsMarch 10, 2022 at 3:28 PM

    A good looking couple you two make

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderMarch 10, 2022 at 4:08 PM

      Dearest Jo-Anne,
      Thank you, we try to keep up with our age...
      Hugs,
      Mariette

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  9. Victor S E MoubarakMarch 11, 2022 at 7:08 AM

    What a wonderful evening for a very special couple.

    God bless you both.

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderMarch 11, 2022 at 7:55 AM

      Dearest Victor,
      Thank you and it sure was a wonderful evening!
      Hugs,
      Mariette

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  10. HelenMarch 11, 2022 at 12:51 PM

    How delightful your post!! Dinner with your honey, fine Italian cuisine … nothing better!!

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderMarch 11, 2022 at 1:01 PM

      Dearest Helen,
      Yes, it was indeed a perfect evening and very fine Italian cuisine!
      Hugs,
      Mariette

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  11. Traudi GartendrosselMarch 11, 2022 at 1:52 PM

    Liebe Mariette,
    wie schön dass Pieter und Du ein so wunderbares, exellentes Menü genießen konntet. Es macht Freude, diese Fotos zu sehen und ich genieße mit. 😍
    Ihr seid ein schönes, elegantes Paar.
    Liebe Abendgrüße zu Euch von Traudi.♥

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderMarch 11, 2022 at 2:22 PM

      Liebe Traudi,
      Danke sehr und ja solche Tage sind ein Geschenk um so etwas noch mit erleben zu können!
      Bin froh mit die Bilder und man kann nie wissen wie oft wir so etwas noch tun können, wenn Gott es uns noch schenken wird.
      Liebe Grüße,
      Mariette

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  12. Traudi GartendrosselMarch 13, 2022 at 12:14 PM

    Ich wünsche Euch von Herzen ein langes Leben 💗💗😍🙋‍♀️
    Liebe Grüße Traudi.♥

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderMarch 13, 2022 at 12:44 PM

      Liebe Traudi,
      Danke sehr und jeder Tag ist ein Geschenk!
      Liebe Grüße,
      Mariette

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  13. DianaMarch 13, 2022 at 9:51 PM

    Mmmmm, this is a yummy post! 😍 And look at that stunning couple! You two are beautiful together! I loooooove your outfit! Hugs!

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderMarch 14, 2022 at 9:18 AM

      Dearest Diana,
      Thank you and it was an exceptional evening; one for the books to remember...💞
      Hugs,
      Mariette

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  14. Traudi GartendrosselMarch 14, 2022 at 6:04 AM

    😍😍

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  15. Coisas de FeltroMarch 15, 2022 at 3:39 PM

    Great look.
    xoxo
    Coisas de Feltro

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderMarch 15, 2022 at 4:37 PM

      Dearest Christina,
      Thank you and the food was delicious as well.
      Hugs,
      Mariette

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  16. Briciole di sapori March 21, 2022 at 12:29 PM

    Cara Mariette, la nostra cucina italiana è apprezzata davvero in tutto il mondo.
    Stupendo menù e stupendi voi...
    Un grosso abbraccio, Lorena

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderMarch 21, 2022 at 2:15 PM

      Cara Lorena,
      Sì, l'autentica cucina italiana è molto apprezzato. Lady Chef Maria di Bolzano è anche eccezionalmente brava.
      Grazie per il complimento!
      Abbracci,
      Mariette

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  17. AnitaApril 7, 2022 at 6:29 AM

    Miss them

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderApril 7, 2022 at 9:11 AM

      Dearest daughter,
      We miss you too but the memories will last forever!
      Hugs,
      Mariette

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Mariette...