Spaghetti alla Carbonara

It’s a pleasure to break the yolk and mix it up with noodles and pancetta.

I loved this Spaghetti alla Carbonara from Gamine.
Spaghetti alla Carbonara @ Gamine

They have a straight-forward French bistro menu. All dishes for our dinner, from the mussels to the beef tartare, tasted great.

It’s a cozy food spot on the border of San Francisco’s Marina and Cow Hollow neighborhoods. With candle light, good wine and great service, it was a romantic night out with my hubby.

Our server shook our hands as we left the restaurant, wishing us a pleasant evening.

So classy!

The Magic of Butter and Steaks

It was a beautiful day for grilling in the East Bay. My hubby fired up the grill after he got home from work. I spent my afternoon prepping the steaks and pasta.

On the plate: grilled steaks rubbed with chipotle powder, lime butter melting on top. Plus, pasta shells with chickpeas, mozzarella and arugula.
Dinner

Poor dog hoped for some leftovers….or for us to screw-up. She’s always getting in the way. We suspect she’s trying to make us trip and drop food. Sneaking Daisy!
Hungry puppy!

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