Kafe Warisan - My Best Birthday Present
It's been all of TWO months...since that fateful day...
We had been talking about going away for a short break...and when He offered to take me to Kafe Warisan (and after hearing and reading so much about it) how could I bring myself to say no? *grin*
And so made The Plan. Villa. Check. Flights. Check. Restaurant reservations. Check.
Unfortunately my nose got all worked up in the excitement and ran like the Tokyo subway at rush-hour...and so after what seemed like a box of Zyrtec, an eternity in tranist and poking around the airline food tray we finally landed at Denpasar. "Ohmygod, we actually made it!" He exclaimed as he reached out for his bags of Duty-Free liquor and wine. Um, I still believe he meant to direct that to me...
As the driver sped us out to the villa in Kerobokan, my heart and mind were racing along the dark streets...would I really get to Warisan? Calm down, don't get all hyped up...only to fall flat if something goes wrong.
Apparently the driver, like most "legitimate" ones on the island paradise of Bali, knew exactly where Warisan was...and he smiled and told us we had made the right choice. Really?
The first time I set my eyes on Kafe Warisan, I just knew this was my IT in Bali...It was just Perfect.
So quaint and rustic, so elegant yet un-pretentious, so spacious but cosy, so enchanting with the lights in the trees and the soft music...and especially the guests who all seemed to be genuinely enjoying themselves in their own little worlds *smile*...It was really an experience...and this was all before I even set my eyes on the famed menu!
Like a chocoholic in Godiva, I felt giddy perusing the menu. I was spoilt for choice - Foie Gras, Quail Salad, Scallops...I wanted to try Everything! But I can't possibly...if I did then I'd have nothing new to look forward to next time.
After a subconscious conference and half a glass of champagne (to calm the nerves!), I settled on Les Escargots - roasted mushrooms stuffed with snails and parsley butter followed by the Roasted Duck Magret (with Cepes mushroom sauce, potato gratin and greens). Need I say more??
Sensing my dilemma and being His sweet-self, He offered to have my "second choices" - Quail Salad with black truffles vinaigrette followed by the Seven Hours Lamb Mechoui (with couscous and greens). What more could a girl ask for?
We had been talking about going away for a short break...and when He offered to take me to Kafe Warisan (and after hearing and reading so much about it) how could I bring myself to say no? *grin*
And so made The Plan. Villa. Check. Flights. Check. Restaurant reservations. Check.
Unfortunately my nose got all worked up in the excitement and ran like the Tokyo subway at rush-hour...and so after what seemed like a box of Zyrtec, an eternity in tranist and poking around the airline food tray we finally landed at Denpasar. "Ohmygod, we actually made it!" He exclaimed as he reached out for his bags of Duty-Free liquor and wine. Um, I still believe he meant to direct that to me...
As the driver sped us out to the villa in Kerobokan, my heart and mind were racing along the dark streets...would I really get to Warisan? Calm down, don't get all hyped up...only to fall flat if something goes wrong.
Apparently the driver, like most "legitimate" ones on the island paradise of Bali, knew exactly where Warisan was...and he smiled and told us we had made the right choice. Really?
The first time I set my eyes on Kafe Warisan, I just knew this was my IT in Bali...It was just Perfect.
So quaint and rustic, so elegant yet un-pretentious, so spacious but cosy, so enchanting with the lights in the trees and the soft music...and especially the guests who all seemed to be genuinely enjoying themselves in their own little worlds *smile*...It was really an experience...and this was all before I even set my eyes on the famed menu!
Like a chocoholic in Godiva, I felt giddy perusing the menu. I was spoilt for choice - Foie Gras, Quail Salad, Scallops...I wanted to try Everything! But I can't possibly...if I did then I'd have nothing new to look forward to next time.
After a subconscious conference and half a glass of champagne (to calm the nerves!), I settled on Les Escargots - roasted mushrooms stuffed with snails and parsley butter followed by the Roasted Duck Magret (with Cepes mushroom sauce, potato gratin and greens). Need I say more??
Sensing my dilemma and being His sweet-self, He offered to have my "second choices" - Quail Salad with black truffles vinaigrette followed by the Seven Hours Lamb Mechoui (with couscous and greens). What more could a girl ask for?
As the 2001 Caymus Cabernet Sauvignon (Special Selection) was decanted, we settled oursel
ves properly and soaked in the atmosphere. If I closed my eyes right now, I can see everything as it was. No disrespect to Garibaldi, Warisan was like Home away from home.
ves properly and soaked in the atmosphere. If I closed my eyes right now, I can see everything as it was. No disrespect to Garibaldi, Warisan was like Home away from home.The food was ".........". I really have no words to describe. I've got a clear picture of it in my mind though. But it's just impossible to transcribe it into words. I was simply in awe. I'm not even going to try because it's hopeless...and I think He was so amused watching me through dinner it must have been worth all the sniffling, and sneezing throughout the flight and transit hours!
And as our plates were cleared, we looked at each other wide-eyed and smiled. Thank goodness the aromatic, full-bodied Caymus went perfectly with everything.
Although I was in danger of bursting the seams of my new dress, how could I say no to La Crème Bruleé? And boy am I glad I didn't say no! I would've gladly let any seams have their way...I can now safely say that I've had The Best Crème Bruleé in my life. I will never look at Crème Bruleé the same way again...
Ever wondered if birthday wishes came true?
...Have faith, Mine DID!
p/s: He's now worried...after Warisan, what then next year? *grin*
posted by Scrambled Eggs at 6/28/2005 05:33:00 pm
1 Comments:
My name is Tina Hansar and i would like to show you my personal experience with Zyrtec.
I am 40 years old. Have been on Zyrtec for 4 years now. When first began taking zyrtec, the allergy relief was great. But it did make me very, very tired. Later added singulair. Took both at night. So exhausted, couldn't function well thru the day but didn't link it to meds. Had repeat blood tests for anemia, thyroid, etc. but all came back normal. Switched singulair to morning to stretch out side effects, but still drained of energy. After taking these meds for years, just stopped about 3 months ago and energy level is back to normal. Allergies are bad again, but will take that any day over not being able to get out of bed and not having energy to get thru the day. Also, hair loss is no longer.
I have experienced some of these side effects -
Extreme exhaustion, lethargy, loss of interest, hip pain, back pain, occasional dizziness, hair loss.
I hope this information will be useful to others,
Tina Hansar
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