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Summer Concert!

By Carmela
Summer Concert 2015
My best friend from college invited me to a Summer Concert downtown tomorrow!  We went last year and had sooooo much fun!

BUT, we are not "Summer Concert" regulars, so we are going to do it right this year.  :)  Last year, most people brought what I would call "Fancy, Summer Concert in the Park" food--wines, cheeses, delicious appetizers, etc.  It was such a fun experience--the Latin music playing in the background, a full dance floor (with us on it most of the time!), people sitting at tables enjoying their fancy food and beverages.  It looked so festive!

We, however, had a bottle of water.  Period.  :)  So THIS YEAR we are more well-versed in Summer Concert protocols, and we will participate fully in the festive atmosphere!

I told my friend that I would bring the food.  So I was contemplating the menu today, and I think I've selected a few things:

  • Caprese Salad a la Carmela (mine is not the traditional version)
  • Turkey Curry Wraps  (I LOVE curry!)
  • Fresh fruit and berry salad (IF I can find good quality fruit)
  • good quality crackers, cheese, and wine (I'll go to Trader Joe's today)
  • maybe some simple, good ol' chocolate chip cookies
We can pick and choose from that.  Plus, my friend said she'll bring some stuff, too.

I'll take pictures and post them next week.

I think that's it for today!  Short and sweet!

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