roadfix
Chef Extraordinaire
We never, ever go out on V-day or Mothers' Day. It's always crowded every where and service always suck. Best times are spent at home or at a friend's.
We usually never go out on Valentine's Day either. DH says I can cook as fine a meal as the fanciest restaurant any day of the week so why go out on the busiest day!
We usually never go out on Valentine's Day either. DH says I can cook as fine a meal as the fanciest restaurant any day of the week so why go out on the busiest day!
Sorry, but a husband or boyfriend tell me he won't take me out for a birthday or holiday because I'm a great cook is about as much of a compliment as saying staying at a resort or hotel is a waste because I vacuum better, if ironing his own clothes or send it to the laundry is a waste because I can do it better, or cleaning the house himself or hiring a maid is a waste because I do it better ... blah-blah-blah.
Yes, there are times I prefer not to go out for a holiday. But puh-leeze do NOT tell me it's because I do it better. Self-serving compliments are insults in disguise.
Like many, we will celebrate at home. In years gone by, we always had themes for Valentine's Day. This year, Frank is planning the meal. I know it involves duck so I am looking forward to it!
Everyone who posted what they are having: It all sounds great!
I hope you mean a real duck and not having to duck out for something to eat...
Claire, for me it is actually a compliment because I am trained as chef and catered for many years. I have enjoyed creating something special for us for Valentines Day. Mostly I am a happy home cook so a few special days of the year I get a little fancy.
I apologize that my words offended you. That was not my intention at all. And I am really looking forward to the simple home cooking at the place we are going to. It will be a special day! And my hubby takes me out often on "non-special days" to get me out of the kitchen so all is good.
Oh, lord, you did not offend me. I truly love to cook as well. Not a pro, and I do it for enjoyment. But I also do it and have been for 30+ years, and Valentine's day is meant to be a "spoil us" day. We've lived in very odd places over the years, and I've cooked many special meals for special occasions. But sometimes I want to be treated, no matter how much I love cooking! Husband saying he'd rather me cook a special meal is fine for his birthday (in a few weeks; my cousin Joanna's New Mexico chili), but not when he wants to treat me.
I couldn't agree with you more, Bucky T!since when did valentine's day become a holiday to only celebrate the woman in your life? isn't it an equal opportunity holiday of expression of love? that's how i've always seen it.
i've noticed this trend in a lot of ads and in personal conversations and experience of late.
if i remember correctly, my first thought of valentine's day was with the little rascals (where i learned many life lessons) where the boys fought over who darla chose to be her valentine. it was a 2 way street, though. love is about what you give and therefore share, not about what you receive.
It's not the food, it's the company, if the Ogre isn't there, it's not special. I don't care where we eat, home, restaurant, fast food place...it's the reason we were eating and doing it together that matters. I only have a finite number of Valentine's Days with the Ogre left, they will all be special.