Tuesday, September 9, 2025

T Stands for Anniversary Dinner

For our 40th wedding anniversary last month, we decided to celebrate at our favorite, special occasion, restaurant the UxLocale.

After some wicked hot and humid days, the evening we chose to go out was a Goldilocks kind of night. We went early in the hopes of being able to sit out on the patio. Our wish came true and we had a lovely table outside. 


While waiting for our drinks and appetizer, we remarked how there were no mosquito or no-see-um bugs with giant teeth on the patio. Himself was looking at the herbs and plants that Elaine, the owner, has planted. I wonder what this thing is? Plant.net told us it was Citronella. Well, that's why no bugs


For our beverages, I had a glass of Prosecco and Himself had a Coke. Our appetizer was a burrata pesto tomato jam crostini. 


We each got a house salad with a red wine balsamic dressing


Himself ordered salmon and risotto for his entree. I ordered the Get Figgy With It pizza. I know, I know. I have said more than once fruit, especially pineapple, on pizza is a mortal sin. I'll gladly sell my soul for this outstanding combination. A white base pizza, fig preserves, sliced tart apple, prosciutto, arugula with a balsamic glaze.

It was also nice when Elaine came out to take care of some business with the band setting up. She saw us and came over to chat. Elaine used to work at the museum where I teach calligraphy. It's always nice to see her and to catch up.

We were tempted to order dessert, but had no room.

Drop by hosts, Bleubeard and Elizabeth’s blog to find out what the rest of the T gang is up to. If you want to play, include a beverage or beverage container in your post. Don’t forget to link your blog from Bleubeard and Elizabeth’s page.

25 comments:

  1. Happy belated anniversary and clever with that plant outside! Citronella - must ask at the nursery...
    Wonderful food, too, have a happy T-Day!

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  2. That sounds like a wonderful meal to celebrate with. That figgy pizza sounds very tasty. Fig jam is delicious on grilled cheese too, so I can get why it works on a white pizza. And even better, no bugs. Glad you had a super evening out, and I hope your T day is as nice.

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    1. The fig pizza is so good. Chilly start to the morning, but at least the sun is out.

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  3. Happy anniversary to you both! It looks like you celebrated in style, the restaurant looks fab and how lovely to sit out on the patio too 😊. I'll have to see if we can grow citronella plants here, that's a great idea! Your meal looks delicious! Wishing you a very Happy T Day ❤️ . Hugs, Jo x

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  4. Wonderful way to celebrate! I'm not a fig fan... its a texture thing i think.. Happy Belated Anniversary.... !! I'm headed to the Conjuring at high noon today... Looks like i'm the only person in the theater except for two people in the corner in the very far back of the theater... Im finding that a little creepy ..........! Hugs! deb

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    1. Maybe they want to be near the exit in case they get scared?

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  5. No bugs is the BEST anniversary present! Glad you had a good time!

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  6. happy belated anniversary CJ and…himself 😛😛 here’s to the next 40 and a great year ahead for you both ‼️🦋💙💚😸

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  7. Happy belated anniversary! You had a wonderful evening out, the food looks so delicious. Especially the pizza - something very different. I think I might have ordered that as well. Happy T day!

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    1. Elaine comes up with the most creative flavor combinations

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  8. Happy 40th - looks like a great meal and night out.

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    1. No cooking or cleaning up. Win-win for me 😺

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  9. I’ve been reading about the history of figs. One of the oldest cultivated fruits. The pizza sounds delicious.

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  10. Happy belated anniversary to you both. What an amazing meal you had. And, by Kansas standards, incredibly expensive. Yes, I went to the UxLocale web site. However, by MA standards, not so much.

    I enjoyed seeing the various ala carte portions you got. That pizza sounds wonderful. Thanks for sharing your various drinks with us, as well as your meal, for T this Tuesday, dear CJ.

    Got a "Failed to Publish," so not sure when you will see this.

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    1. Even by MA standards, it's a little as you mid-Westerners say: spendy. That's why we only go to celebrate a special occasion.

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  11. Happy belated anniversary wishes.
    That looks and sounds a great meal.

    All the best Jan

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  12. Your anniversary dinner sounds great! Happy belated anniversary! We just celebrated our 59th! Have a great t day.

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  13. Happy Belated Anniversary to you both ❤️ The food looks delicious and the presentations are great.

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  14. I'm glad the weather cooperated. The food looks delicious. Congratulations on the anniversary.

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  15. Happy anniversary both of you!
    Figgy pizza sounds yummy. (My late Italian husband would be turning in his grave!)
    A belated happy T-Day,
    Lisca

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