A well-to-do couple from out
of town want to make their annual visit – meet for lunch and catch up on
whatever news before winter sets foot.
The gentleman is retired from
a long and profitable career in the manufacturing sector; his lovely wife has
been a perfect social complement over the years and enhanced his role and
popularity. Both have a delightful sense of humour , are impeccable
host/hostess at home, and offer pleasant company.
While they don’t particularly
flaunt their fat wallet, their lifestyle is by design - more robust and no
scrimping.
When it comes to dining out,
the invitation is for presence only, not as a guest. A favourite destination
here is a dining room overlooking the water where the food is good and atmosphere
relaxed. Next week’s get together will be predictably enjoyable – not highbrow
or haughty. One of the ladies attending is a favoured guest – the rest of us
fill in with easy conversation and occupy seats; ordering simple fare respectful
of our budget constraints - and picking up our own cheque.
The favoured guest is
cognizant of the pecuniary concerns; we don’t however want to peep audibly,
preferring to remain discreet. The food is excellent and prices reasonable. There
are several menu selections to choose from – one of which is “Peasant Under
Glass”.
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