The Dinner

 To celebrate the Call Day, a dinner was staged.

Sara asked if we were keen to which we we said we were.

"50 pounds for a seat", she reiterated.

Well, we did not think the price was first consideration; the fact that we had an opportunity to dine at Lincoln's Inn was irresistible. 

Yes, it is a dinner to remember by.

 The hall that was earlier used for the commissioning has been turned into a diner's place; versatile. Apparently, the hall can also be rented for weddings and other occasions.We loved the ambiance of the evening.

 The Rt Hon Dame Janet Smith DBE, gave a short welcome speech to her guests.

 So, that's my card; a cordial invitation to the dinner.

 We were placed in a table with families whom we met for the first time.

This was purposely arranged so that  the guests would mix freely; meeting people form all over the world.

 Sara told us that she had to go through 12 times of formal dining before she could complete her course; during which she learnt the etiquette of fine dining. She told me to be careful with the cutlery; I must know how  and what and when to use them. I told her I will observe her carefully and promised not to embarrass her.

 We were seated together with the Broachwallas.Mr.Broachwalla is from Yemen and Mrs. Broachwall is from Nigeria ( I hope I remember correctly). Their families migrated to the UK and maybe theirs was an arranged marriage.They are a happy family and definitely a hardworking one. She proudly told me that their second son is a medical student who will wake up early in the morning to learn about their faith online! I was impressed to hear about the story of the son's discipline. From what we hear; I can feel that they they are grateful to be British citizens and hope their children will do well in life.

Incidentally, they told us that they are coming to Malaysia for a family wedding and asked excitedly about Kuala Lumpur. I told her they will love Malaysia; especially the food.

 Then she told me her youngest child; a daughter is good at school and that she puts on clothes similar to what she is wearing. She beams widely as she confides that the girl has caught the father's heart.She is his precious angel. It was great talking to them as we share family tales. They were alarmed to learn that Malaysian parents spend so much to send their children overseas and must have felt their good fortune to be British citizens.

The dinner had definitely allowed us to learn more about other cultures.

 So, what were we served?

 We started with Goats' Cheese, Tomato and Black Olive Brulee.

It has to be acquired taste.

 That's Escalope of Salmon, Smoked Salmon Croute Beetroot, Shallot and Caper Salsa

 The main course; Roast Rump of Lamb, Risolee Potatoes, Rosemary Roasted Root Vegetables.

 The final beverage of the evening at Lincoln's Inn.

It's not the menu, 

not the cost,

but the experience of a lifetime.

The Bar Dinner.