Cafe 908

After my commute home this evening, I walked into my apartment to see this scene: 

My wonderful and amazing husband created, what he referred to as, “Cafe 908” for our dining enjoyment this evening. (FYI: Our apartment is #908.)

Mal also washed, dried, and folded 5 loads of laundry! Now, isn’t that a gal’s dream!?!

Ok, back to this romantic scene…

Mal had planned to serve dinner outside on our balcony, but the weather turned cold right before I arrived at home, so he moved Cafe 908 inside, next to the balcony, which was just as nice and sooo much warmer! 

On the menu at Cafe 908 was Kashi’s Fiery Fiesta flavor from their 7 Whole Grain Pilaf Sides, which combines 7 whole grains with roasted corn, tomatoes, red bell peppers, black beans, cilantro, and fiery poblano chilies. The Whole Grain Pilaf can be prepared via microwave in just 60 seconds. 

Mal turned this side dish into a full-on meal by adding a can of black beans, chopped red pepper, and half of a diced onion. With Mal’s ingredient additions, this meal was delicious and very satisfying. 

The Kashi pilaf is great as a pre-packaged, convenience food, but it wasn’t as flavorful and robust as the “real deal.” Mal’s additions definitely made the meal! 

With ice water and candlelight… 

After dinner, Mal suggested opening a bottle of citrusy-sweet Pomelo, Sauvignon Blanc for dessert. But, first, he had to check the label to make sure it was an appropriate option for Cafe 908′s dessert menu.

Yep, it passed all of the Cafe 908 criteria!

Mal and I each enjoyed a glass of wine while catching up with Tuesday night’s American Idol performances. (What is up with Anoop’s eyebrows!?) 

I’m hitting the hay early tonight! I need to get back on schedule with my early morning workouts. Good night!!!