Those
present were Ed DeSchuytner, Joe Pignatiello, Steve Winter, Joe Lapiana, Mark
Ryan, Paul Girard and Jim Terlizzi. Mark
and Joe L. were the first to arrive and stayed outside to enjoy the warm
weather. After Paul and Ed arrived we went inside and waited for the others. We
were worried since they were late but eventually showed up. The place was
mostly empty but had good reviews from Ed who also had a 15% discount coupon. You can see some photos at the Picasa link
below ….
https://plus.google.com/photos/108806068200291783388/albums/5880260486942143713?authkey=CIDDnNiSnenybw
We
quickly ordered drinks which were soda, beers on tap, margaritas and mojitos.
The waiter then brought bread and oil for dipping and gave us menus to browse.
We ordered a few appetizers (mussels and calamari) to share and the main
courses which were scallops orzo, steak tips, salads, onion soup and chowder. The
food was pretty good but the orzo was too starchy for my taste.
The conversation
was lively as usual and included topics in the news, politics, medications, and
trips.
Jim just
came back from Florida and said it was great. Paul started his garden by
growing a few tomatoes inside. I also started some veggies inside but they are
very leggy from stretching for the fluorescent lights.
I finally
roto tilled my outdoor garden and put down some weed cloth. I also got my rain
barrel water system ready and will probably wait until after Memorial Day to
put plants outside after the last chance of frost. Ed reminded us that it’s
also after the last full moon in May.
The time
went by quickly and we talked about where to go next time. The consensus was to
pick a place with outdoor seating. We then decided on the Seaport Grill in
Gloucester. Jim will send the details.
Comments always
welcome … markryan82@comcast.net
