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The number 3 is way too limiting if you are a foodie which I am. Let’s divide this up into meals that you prepare and meals that are eaten out. When family and friends gather to eat it is always fun, but it is even better when what is being served is a favorite and really good. When you eat out, sometimes you will get a surprise, and obviously if it a good surprise, that even makes it better. When you eat at home you know it is going to be good from previous experience, and that is part of the fun of looking forward to it. I will start with my favorite eating out experiences.

I had a surprise eating experience not too long ago in Connecticut. This was at an Italian Restaurant and the experience was triggered by the bread being served with roasted garlic and a marinara sauce. When I dipped the bread in the marinara, it was the best marinara I have ever tasted, and I might add, that I make a very good marinara. This led to ordering the pasta Bolognese and it was again the best I have ever had. I had the grilled Octopus for an appetizer, which was amazing. Topped off this splendid meal with a Tiramisu dessert which was the perfect ending. I have had many amazing meals in restaurants, and I usually stick to seafood. Love fried shrimp and fish. I had a scallop dish in pasta shells with a cheese sauce which was to die for. Grilled Sea Bass is another one of my favorites. I love Mexican food and some of the best I have had was in San Diego in Old Town. The enchiladas were the best. The margaritas were delicious which made all the food taste even better. Short Ribs done right is another meal that is mouthwatering and delicious. I have had steaks years ago when it was affordable that were dry aged and were superb. The eating out experience can be wonderful, and it is a shame when it is not. Fortunately, I have not had many of those, since it can put a damper on a wonderful evening.

When cooking at home it can be even a more festive time. Thanksgiving and Christmas are one of those times. Turkey is always one of my favorites and one Christmas I did a prime rib that turned out perfectly. It was my one and only effort and it could not have been better. Homemade pizza is one of my favorites with lots of beer. The smash burger is another family favorite. My favorite dinner time meal is to make Enchiladas, beef, pork, and chicken. It is a lot of work, but it is worth the effort. The homemade ones are very delicious and better than most when you eat them out. Again, served with lots of beer. Last but certainly not least, we cannot leave out BREAKFAST! Oh my God. You name it, eggs, bacon, ham, steak, sausage. toast, waffles, pancakes, fruit, whipped cream, maple syrup, home fries, and I mean real home fries (does anybody really know how to make them anymore), Bagels, English Muffin, Crumpets, and cheese. In England they serve bake beans for breakfast, and I loved that. With all these things for breakfast, who needs lunch. One of my favorite things is breakfast for dinner. Right now, I am drooling on my fingers. I could go on, but it is obvious that naming 3 favorite meals is ridiculous. I even left out soups, chili, and chicken. Well time to eat. Did I mention that I really like meatloaf leftover, especially the one I make. Yum!