Thursday, May 14, 2009

Egg #2

Mama bird was busy overnight. I woke up this morning to two pretty eggs. When you click to see the bigger view, you can see a bit of fine screening on the right hand side. It's amazing to see what they use for the nest, and to think that each piece is carried one at a time.




Today a group from the Woman's Club of Danbury/New Fairfield carpooled to the Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, NY. First we had an hour tour of the campus and facilities by a most poised, articulate and pleasant 19 year old student. It was very interesting and informative. Then we had lunch (doesn't every outing include lunch?), at the St Andrew Cafe. It was delightful with good food and impeccable service. I can't believe that I've never been there before, living only an hour away. They have four full service resaurants and a casual
lunch & breakfast place. I'd love to go back and try them all.
This is Anton Plaza in front of the Roth Hall, which houses most of the classrooms and teaching kitchens.



The Wisteria over the front door was magnificent.


Another view of the Plaza. It was drizzling on and off all day, which you can see in the shiny pavement.

Looking from the plaza down to the lower campus and dorms and a view of the Hudson River.

2 comments:

Anonymous said...

Roger and I love the CIA. Our favorite restaurant is Escoffier (sp?), the French one, but we've eaten in them all. It makes for a very special evening out and is difficult to get reservations sometimes (but well worth the effort!).

Vivien Zepf said...

Oooo, a trip with the express purpose of a delicious meal. Sounds perfect!

I can't believe I haven't been there.