WOW, was this weekend a blast!!!
First stop: Connecticut!
DJ's parents invited Mel's parents over for an amazing feast of traditional Ethiopian food. Mel's parents had never tried it before, and after tasting such savory dishes we're pretty sure they're hooked. :) Many thanks to our wonderful hosts!
The day was also a nice chance to enjoy great conversation and catch up with Hana, Manny, Hirut, and a close family friend. Through conversation we discovered that on Sunday she would be attending an event in Harlem featuring Yohannes Gebregeorgis - the man who founded Ethiopia Reads! Mel almost fell out of her chair. So, after hanging out for a bit with Manny and Hirut (French Toast Chefs extraordinaire!) ...
Next stop: Harlem!
We met up with W and her friend Phoebe to hear Yohannes speak. His story was quite riveting and he seemed like a very genuine person. Mel would have been happy just to shake his hand, but thanks to the fact that it was a very small gathering everyone was actually able to speak with him for some time and get his contact information! Plans were made to meet with him when we're in Addis! What better way to celebrate such a window of opportunity than a fabulous dinner uptown complete with a delicious apple tart. :)
Last stop: Central Park!
It wouldn't be Memorial Day without a picnic in the park. So Manny and Hirut came into the city and we all met up with Gigi, Deena, Vicky, Antoine, and Lula in Central Park for a picnic. People brought so much food - hummus, quiche, cheese, bread, cookies, fruit, the list goes on! We really could have eaten for days. lol A great way to wrap up a fabulous weekend!
First stop: Connecticut!
DJ's parents invited Mel's parents over for an amazing feast of traditional Ethiopian food. Mel's parents had never tried it before, and after tasting such savory dishes we're pretty sure they're hooked. :) Many thanks to our wonderful hosts!
The day was also a nice chance to enjoy great conversation and catch up with Hana, Manny, Hirut, and a close family friend. Through conversation we discovered that on Sunday she would be attending an event in Harlem featuring Yohannes Gebregeorgis - the man who founded Ethiopia Reads! Mel almost fell out of her chair. So, after hanging out for a bit with Manny and Hirut (French Toast Chefs extraordinaire!) ...
Next stop: Harlem!
We met up with W and her friend Phoebe to hear Yohannes speak. His story was quite riveting and he seemed like a very genuine person. Mel would have been happy just to shake his hand, but thanks to the fact that it was a very small gathering everyone was actually able to speak with him for some time and get his contact information! Plans were made to meet with him when we're in Addis! What better way to celebrate such a window of opportunity than a fabulous dinner uptown complete with a delicious apple tart. :)
Last stop: Central Park!
It wouldn't be Memorial Day without a picnic in the park. So Manny and Hirut came into the city and we all met up with Gigi, Deena, Vicky, Antoine, and Lula in Central Park for a picnic. People brought so much food - hummus, quiche, cheese, bread, cookies, fruit, the list goes on! We really could have eaten for days. lol A great way to wrap up a fabulous weekend!
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