Our Sunday dinner for October was with friends we have known since before they were married. And they are celebrating 20 years today!

The moment they walked in the door the laughter began. We hugged and reminisced until the timer went off, indicating it was time to eat!

The menu was a delicious salad, (which they brought), Jambalaya with andouille sausage, chicken and shrimp and homemade cornbread on the side. This meal was a first for me and they were the perfect guests with whom to experiment. They love spicy food as we do, so we were able to crank up the heat.

This was a great meal from start to finish. For dessert I prepared affogato, which is simply vanilla bean ice cream with espresso poured over the top. This was the perfect ending to our night around the table.

We have a saying on the wall of our dining room which reads, “The best memories are made when gathered around the table.”

This has been true for us.

It is good to ponder the memories you’ve made around your family’s table and those with whom you’ve shared a meal. Such moments are more important than the food you’ve enjoyed. Connecting heart to heart is the life blood of a satisfying meal.

As Thanksgiving approaches I am anticipating time around the table with family—my favorite people to cook for.

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We are thrilled to have you visit our blog today. It’s almost like welcoming you to our table; the preparations are just as intentional. May your marriage and your dining room table be filled with moments you cherish this week.

Blessings,

Tom and Debi ❤️❤️