In France !

**Ancienne Alliance** · 24th July 11, 09:05 AM

Originally Posted by Standard

Robert, my wife and I are curious as to what this dish is? It appears to us to be tomato, zuchini and squash with possibly some thyme and I assume olive oil. Whatever it is it certainly looks good, as does the roasted pig!

It is called a Tian. It is a French southern speciality.

Best,

Robert

**Ancienne Alliance** · 24th July 11, 09:21 AM

Originally Posted by Standard

Robert just curious as to what the brass item hanging to your left of the sporran is. Is it a type of flask? Do you have any photos showing more details of this item?

It is a small brass telescope...

A tribute to the great film : Unfortunate Events of the Baudelaire Children

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5CgRH...eature=related

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5dTbCpAnn4o

Best,

Robert

**Standard** · 24th July 11, 09:31 AM

Robert,
Thanks on both accounts. I'll certainly look up a recipe for that dish. (Ah, I see one that looks similar is tomato, potato and zuchini on a bed of carmalized onions, yum) The small telescope, I'm certain is the start of many interesting conversations.
BTW thanks for posting the photos of the continuing journey of the quaich.

**Ancienne Alliance** · 24th July 11, 09:44 AM

Originally Posted by Standard

Robert,
Thanks on both accounts. I'll certainly look up a recipe for that dish. (Ah, I see one that looks similar is tomato, potato and zuchini on a bed of carmalized onions, yum) The small telescope, I'm certain is the start of many interesting conversations.
BTW thanks for posting the photos of the continuing journey of the quaich.

Here is another shot of the small brass telescope...

Best,

Robert

**tulloch** · 24th July 11, 09:48 AM

Wonderful photos. You do us proud. Thanks.

**Ancienne Alliance** · 24th July 11, 10:49 AM

Here are more photos of this fantastic day...

Mont-Blanc ! Europe's highest mountain.

**Ancienne Alliance** · 24th July 11, 10:50 AM

Tomorrow is my birthday so there should be more to add !

Lady Chrystel is back to work... The Quaich is there in the midst of it all !

Best,

Robert

**cruiser348** · 24th July 11, 11:49 AM

I can not imagine a more fitting visit to France for the Quaich. Introduced to all the fine fabric on the worktable, and then a proper visit for fine friends, family, and food. You have certainly done the Quaich proud on it's visit to you. May your birthday celebration be joyous. We are all looking forward to further updates.