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I Ain't No French Maid~Part Deux

This past Fall I did a post about the Second Annual PIC Auction called I Aint No French Maid! The biggest "ticket " item bid on was a dinner for eight, cooked in the Buyers home, totalling five courses. My Brother, who is a Chef with his own restaurant, Sul Mare in Tenants Harbor Maine, donated his services. I was elected to help prep and serve!

The lucky winners requested that I come attired as a French Maid....and being used to being accommodating...as most good Realtors are......

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Our dinner was this past Sunday evening just outside of Concord in Bow, NH.

We arrived at the house at 4:30 with a 6:00 dinner hour planned. me and kev I was dressed in appropriate attire!

We prepped for the Minestrone Soup, Caesar Salad and stuffing for the Shrimp and Lobster Ravioli (one of four entrees available) While I was chopping Kevin was proofing the bread! bread Good Stuff!

The Menu

                                                                   Tuscan Vegetable Minestrone

                                                                                Caesar Salad

                                              Potato Gnocchi with Maine Shrimp, Lobster and Tomato Basil Cream

                                                                                      CHOICE OF:

                                                                 Asian Maine Shrimp Ravioli with Nantua

                                            Wood Roasted Leg of Lamb with Fresh Tomato, Rosemary and Chianti

                                                                 Honey Glazed Chicken Breast with Brodo

                                                 Haddock Picatta with Capers, Herbs, Lemon and Parmesan

                                                                                     :Dolce

                                                                               Tiramisu Di Casa

They were a very happy group! dinner guests

Kevin took the time to explain all the courses and what they consisted of. kevin He even divulged a few "secrets" The dessert was the piece de' resistance. Everyones favorite...Tiramisu!

tiramisu Everyone was satiated!

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I ain't no French Maid! But I tried!!

Concord New Hampshire Realtor Local Information

Posted by Joan Mirantz- Concord New Hampshire Realtor on 03/17/2008 10:15 PM

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36 Comments on I Ain't No French Maid~Part Deux

Joan, You make a lovely French maid.

03/17/2008 10:56 PM

by Camarillo CA Real Estate Agent/ Mana Tulberg (Beach View Real Estate)

WOW Joan! You do in fact make a lovely French maid and Congratulations, What a great task you accomplished. That was so fun to read and see your interpretation. Daug on it, the old axiom is alive and well, "where there is a will, there is a way" and you certainly demonstrated that with wonderful panache! Well done.

Sincerely,
William

PS, Thank you for you super note today and just know how much you are appreciated.

03/17/2008 11:14 PM

by San Diego Real Estate Voice authored by William Johnson GRI CRS e-PRO (RE/MAX Associates)

Va Va Voom! I don't think I'm going to let my husband get around you, lady! :)

What a great time you must have had. Looks like all enjoyed themselves - and that menu is out of this world! I may have to take a side trip and go to your brother's restaurant!

03/17/2008 11:30 PM

by Carol Smith, ReMax Preferred, REALTOR®, Toledo, OH (www.calltoledohome.com)

Joan

Nope, you are no french maid. But if I had my way I would make sure the folks by you had their chance to make you the Queen of goodness and kindness that you are.

Your friend in Wisconsin

Tom Braatz

03/18/2008 12:19 AM

by Tom Braatz, South Eastern Wisconsin (Tom Braatz)

I'll bet they had a great time and good food was had by all.

03/18/2008 06:33 AM

by Jay McGillicuddy~Real Estate Broker (Prudential Verani Realty)

Joan,

Thanks for bringing a smile to my face first thing this morning! You make a beautiful french maid however I think of you more as the lady of the manor.

WoW, what a menu! It looks like they had a beautiful dinner and a good time was had by all.

((-:

03/18/2008 08:22 AM

by Jo-Anne Smith-Belleville, Quinte and Prince Edward Region Real Estate, Ont. (Royal Lepage Proalliance Realty, Brokerage)

Joan, with that menu, I wouldn't care if you showed up as a leper- but you look adorable in your outfit!!

03/18/2008 10:45 AM

by Options Realty

Yummy that menu sounds awesome. Love your outfit Joan!

03/18/2008 02:49 PM

by Monika McGillicuddy~REALTOR®~ N.H. Real Estate Broker & Trainer (Prudential Verani Realty/Hampstead)

Beautiful spread and wonderful you and your brother bonding to make for a great dinner/auction. That menu made me hungry.

03/18/2008 02:57 PM

by Celeste "SALLY" Cheeseman (RA), e-PRO HAWAII Real Estate & HAWAII Relocation (Century 21 Liberty Homes -Mililani, Hawaii)

Well all I can say Mana...is that beauty is definately in the eye of the beholder! Thanks for the visit

03/18/2008 03:40 PM

by Joan Mirantz- Concord New Hampshire Realtor (Keeler Family Realtors)

Hi William... That was definately a lot of fun! So glad you're back!

03/18/2008 03:42 PM

by Joan Mirantz- Concord New Hampshire Realtor (Keeler Family Realtors)

Carol...he would definately treat you too...unfortunately his place is a good 3 1/2 hours from Boston (4hours from my house) He's a great cook though!

03/18/2008 03:44 PM

by Joan Mirantz- Concord New Hampshire Realtor (Keeler Family Realtors)

Hey Tom...Well...I'd definately consider taking a crown...with jewels? That's beter than a maid any day!

Hmmm...dangleberry...my little long haired dog gets those on occasion!

03/18/2008 03:48 PM

by Joan Mirantz- Concord New Hampshire Realtor (Keeler Family Realtors)

Jay...they had wine between (and during) each course...so by the end ....need I say more?

03/18/2008 03:50 PM

by Joan Mirantz- Concord New Hampshire Realtor (Keeler Family Realtors)

Hi Jo...It was a great evening. My brother had so much fun I think he will be donating again next year!

03/18/2008 03:59 PM

by Joan Mirantz- Concord New Hampshire Realtor (Keeler Family Realtors)

Thanks Laurie...that was my fashion statement for the year!

03/18/2008 04:07 PM

by Joan Mirantz- Concord New Hampshire Realtor (Keeler Family Realtors)

Monika...there's a looooong story behind that outfit! The first apron I ordered...looked like that in the picture...but came x rated!

03/18/2008 04:09 PM

by Joan Mirantz- Concord New Hampshire Realtor (Keeler Family Realtors)

Hi Sally...it was avery generous donation on his part. for a very good cause. Hopefully we can do it again!

03/18/2008 04:11 PM

by Joan Mirantz- Concord New Hampshire Realtor (Keeler Family Realtors)

You are so adorable Joan! Now you are one gal who knows how to jump in and have fun. I hope you are doing well. Have a wonderful night.

03/18/2008 11:50 PM

by Julie Neerings~Lifting Hearts ♥ Building Dreams~Utah REALTOR® (Keller Williams Salt Lake City)

Hi Julie..with all the food service in my background I'm very comfortable with it...so it really is a lot of fun!

03/19/2008 11:08 AM

by Joan Mirantz- Concord New Hampshire Realtor (Keeler Family Realtors)

Hi Joni,
Yummy! What a delicious menu and I know it was a lot of fun. Great photos and post. Wish I could have joined you, now my stomach is growling!

03/19/2008 03:28 PM

by Cynthia Tilghman, Realtor® Onslow County NC Home Specialist (Kingsbridge Realty, Inc)

Hi Cynthia..he's a great cook! For sure!

03/19/2008 04:01 PM

by Joan Mirantz- Concord New Hampshire Realtor (Keeler Family Realtors)

Love the French Maid outfit! The menu looks wonderful! I just had lunch and now hungry again! I'm glad it was a sucess!!!

03/20/2008 01:24 PM

by Lysa Napolitano, Call Coordinator ~ Century 21 Sundance (Century 21 Sundance)

Great title too! I'm getting very hungry thinking about that menu. Well done.

03/20/2008 07:27 PM

by Georgina M. Hunter R(S) e-Pro Maui Real Estate Sales (Jim Sanders Realty Inc. - Maui)

Hi Lysa....I'll have to take a picture of the first apron I got...not what I ordered. Definately x rated!!

03/20/2008 09:21 PM

by Joan Mirantz- Concord New Hampshire Realtor (Keeler Family Realtors)

Thanks Georgina...will be having dinner at his restaurant on Saturday!

03/20/2008 09:23 PM

by Joan Mirantz- Concord New Hampshire Realtor (Keeler Family Realtors)

Joan - This must have been a great function, with a good looking French Maid of sort.

03/21/2008 05:55 PM

by Twin Cities Minnesota Real Estate - Marzena Melby (Counselor Realty, Inc.)

Marzena...Thanks so much for stopping by. A good time was had by All!

03/21/2008 06:52 PM

by Joan Mirantz- Concord New Hampshire Realtor (Keeler Family Realtors)

Hi, Joan,

You got me with the title... I'm now a subscriber! That brother of yours... available is he? Great idea!

03/22/2008 03:08 AM

by Jan Evett Panama City Beach, FL (Century 21 Ryan Realty, Inc. )

Carol:

How fun, I have been to some 3-5 star restaurants and the menu's were not as impressive as the one you and your brother offered. Hope you get lots of referrals.

03/22/2008 11:40 AM

by Lorraine and Loretta Kratz (Crescent Moon Realty, Inc. & Land N Sea Auctions.)

Jan...Actually he is available(dating but it isn't serious) And he cooks!

03/22/2008 12:23 PM

by Joan Mirantz- Concord New Hampshire Realtor (Keeler Family Realtors)

L&L..Why thank you!! I will pass that on. He will be pleased!

03/22/2008 12:26 PM

by Joan Mirantz- Concord New Hampshire Realtor (Keeler Family Realtors)

WOOHOO....love the apron...LOL!! It sounds like a wonderful dinner!

03/24/2008 10:36 AM

by Debra Kukulski-GRI;ABR;RECS;e-PRO Real Estate Expert Northern Illinois (Re/Max Unlimited Northwest)

Hey Debra..I thought the apron was very flattering!! Yes, it was a great dinner!!

03/24/2008 12:49 PM

by Joan Mirantz- Concord New Hampshire Realtor (Keeler Family Realtors)

Oh, I like the outfit Joan. I wish they had a photo of your brother's place on that site (the drawing looked nice though). It sounds like a delicious meal. Wish I could have been there.

04/30/2008 06:53 PM

by Frank Schulte-Ladbeck (Frank Schulte-Ladbeck Professional Real Estate Inspections)

Hi Frank...it was really a very fun evening everyone had a ball! Including the chef!

04/30/2008 10:00 PM

by Joan Mirantz- Concord New Hampshire Realtor (Keeler Family Realtors)