Falafel Night

27 Oct

Brian and Amy invited Bill and I over for dinner tonight. I think it started what we’ll now call “Esquire Recipe Night.” Brian had this killer recipe for falafels that he wanted to try, and so he gave it a go. I would say the experiment was pretty successful!

I got there earlier than Bill and sipped on some wine while chatting with Amy and Brian. They just got back from a three-week journey in Europe. Obviously, there was much to discuss.

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Honestly, I sometimes can’t believe that falafels go from looking like this:

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To this:

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As if falafels (from scratch) weren’t enough – they also had incredible sides. A signature Brian and Amy salad with homemade dressing:

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Greek style roasted potatoes:

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And fresh rolls that Amy baked up (again, from scratch – our friends are fantastic):

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The big spread, all ready to be eaten…

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My plate – I loaded up on salad; it looked delicious. I also decided upon two falafel sliders, which may or may not have been a good idea. Totally worth it – but they expand in your belly. So good. Brian, if you’re reading this, you have amazed me.

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Dinner was fabulous! I’m exhausted – time for sleep!

In other news, I think I have a costume for the work party on Friday with the help of brainstorming by Brian, Amy and Bill. Wee!

 

10 Responses to “Falafel Night”

  1. Sues October 27, 2009 at 11:18 pm #

    Ahhh those falafel sliders are the cutest things ever! Homemade falafel is one of my all-time favorite foods. Brian’s looks lovely :)

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  2. Amanda (Two Boos Who Eat) October 28, 2009 at 12:07 am #

    That is amazingly beautiful. You take GREAT pictures. I wish I could have a meal like that!!!!

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  3. Anna October 28, 2009 at 12:42 am #

    WOW- your photos are looking awesome! I’m considering asking for an SLR for Christmas from my parents. It seems like all the cool kids in blog world are getting one these days! Ha.

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  4. dailygoods October 28, 2009 at 7:55 am #

    girl i wanna come over next time u make falafels. THEY ARE MY FAVORITE :)
    are you going to the fitbloggin conference in bmore ??

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  5. Whitney @ Lettuce Love October 28, 2009 at 8:04 am #

    That all looks amazing! I need to make falafel sliders asap

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  6. Emily October 28, 2009 at 8:35 am #

    I would like to join you in that dinner – YUM! I love falafel – I need to work on a homemade version.

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  7. healthy ashley October 28, 2009 at 9:08 am #

    Yummmm!!!!!!!! Great food and friends? Perfect.

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  8. Tina October 28, 2009 at 9:24 am #

    I absolutely LOVE falafel. And your photos do look great!!

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  9. Quinn October 28, 2009 at 10:06 am #

    That’s what I call a Tuesday night dinner! Awesome friends!

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  10. Julie October 28, 2009 at 12:06 pm #

    The falafel burgers are too cute. I love the tiny little buns. Why can’t my friends be culinary masters?!? I need to find new friends.

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