Each Monday going forward, I'm going to give you, my dear readers, a recap of where I ate during the prior week, and a list of where I have plans to dine this week.

Tuesday, 12/16: Urban Daddy’s holiday soiree catered by The Little Owl

What could be more exciting than attending a holiday party at MTV’s “The Real World” townhouse from season 10? Not too much, especially for a series devotee such as myself. Arriving on the earlier side, Emily and I were able to breeze through the guest list and coat check lines. After climbing two flights of stairs, we arrived to the “first floor” of the party. As we made our way through the growing crowd of people, we decided to try a cocktail served by the sponsor, Johnnie Walker. Then we made a bee-line for the glorious cold food buffet displayed on a wooden communal table. Directly behind the spread was a gentleman hand slicing prosciutto. Emily and I filled our plates with robiola, blue and brie cheeses, freshly baked focaccia, marinated mushrooms, roasted cauliflower, assorted Italian meats including some of the best salami I’ve ever had, roasted winter squash and thin-crust tomato pizza sans cheese. The only thing missing was utensils! Though it was awkward using our hands to eat marinated mushrooms and spread cheese on crackers, the food was fantastic. After miraculously having found a 2-top table, Em and I parked ourselves there for the entire evening, taking turns grabbing drinks and more food. Once the 600-person guest list reached capacity and people began placing their used plates and drink cups on our table, I knew that it was my queue to leave. Although so crowded to the point that I had to plot my exit, it was a lovely evening, indeed. Both Urban Daddy and The Little Owl did an amazing job.

Until January 3rd, I have plans to dine in three of France’s greatest cities. Happy holidays to all and best wishes for a bright, healthy and successful new year!

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Until we eat again,

Lindsay, The Lunch Belle