When Olivia Spadavecchia, the lovely editor of Gourmet contacted us in August about featuring us for an Entertaining at Home feature in the magazine, we thought to tie in the celebration with October. Three years ago on Oct 14, we bravely promised to be there for each other- for better, for worse, for as long as we both shall live. Truthfully, we give thanks daily for each other.
Though we have been friends since teenage years, it was ultimately our shared passion for food that moved us beyond the tipping point from the platonic to the romantic. Food has fuelled our passion and cooking together has actually brought some great times in our relationship. There have been lots of earth-shattering and tantalizing epiphanies on our palates, loads and loads of pots and pans to wash, a few girlie tears when the chef’s critique was a bit harsh but way more big belly laughter and good times. Here’s to a lifetime in the kitchen together! Will you stick around for one heck of a culinary ride?
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Menu for Chef and Steward’s Love Jungle Dinner Party
Canapés
Smoked Salmon Canapé
Anchovy Stuffed Olives
Main Dishes
Rosemary and Garlic Roasted Lamb Leg
Roasted Duck with Pomegranate Orange Sauce
Grilled Aged Angus Ribeye Steak
Sides
Herb Roasted Potatoes
Spiced Roasted Pumpkin
Sautéed Vegetables
Condiments
Chimichurri
Desserts
Individual Carrot Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting
Cocktails
Mojito
Rosemary Cocktail
Cranberry, J.Wray & His Nephews
KatG says
The ‘IT’ couple!! This is sooooo cool! 🙂 Did you take the pics (the ones u weren’t in)? Happy Anniversary Kari & Lij!!! Looking forward to seeing another spread for the 6th, 12th, 24th, etc… BLESSINGS!!! Rolly asked me for you couple days ago. I’m gonna share with him.
Chef and Steward says
And for the record, no PR was done to get the coverage. We are very happy that the editor reads and is a fan of our blog! Thanks so much, it has been great and the rough times have only made us stronger. We are truly grateful.
Bren @ Flanboyant Eats says
Awesome and congratulations! What a lovely piece on a lovely couple! I love the sound of the ceviche even tough I don’t do squid. Looks divine, though 🙂 Frame that article and smile every time you look at it. It’s a priceless feeling.
The Duo Dishes says
Congratulations to you both for so many different reasons. The spread is gorgeous!
Chef and Steward says
Thank you so much! You have been a great rock of support and we truly value that.
Sis says
WOW! Maximum love and respect!
Chef and Steward says
Thanks sistren!
Chrysta says
Looks delicious! And what a wonderful thing to share with the one you love!
Chef and Steward says
Chrysta, food is an amazing bond to share with someone if you are passionate about it. It was food that tipped us over from friendship and hopefully food that will keep us together (among other things of course).
Chef and Steward says
They are more readily available in the winter months so the thing is to stock up on them and freeze them. I have also spotted them at Hyperpanda Festival Centre. They are also most often seen in Lulu
Sandra says
Awesome feature and I am so happy for you. Congratulations and may you be blessed with many more.
Chef and Steward says
Thank you so much for your kind sentiments and support Sandra, we truly appreciate it!
arli says
Happy anniversary to you both. 3 yrs? I was not invited to dinner.
Chef and Steward says
Daddy, you know you are always invited to dinner- any day of the week! Just be sure to book your ticket from Jamaica to join the party! So happy that you are now commenting! We must be doing something very right to engage you in social media 🙂
KarmaFree Cooking says
Congratulations!!!!!!
Chef and Steward says
Thanks 🙂