POL Scottish Parliament Dinner

Sandra · Post by **Sandra** » 01 Feb 2007, 21:08

I have been enquiring about availability for dinner at the Scottish Parliament. We talked about it last Friday. I spoke with the Restaurant and dates are filling up fast before dissolution. I propose dinner on Friday 23 March at around about 6.30pm. When I mentioned to the Restaurant Manager who exactly would be coming he was delighted and probably hoped we would order as much wine as last week.....

The following people have expressed an interest in attending, sorry if I have missed anyone out. Please confirm if you are still interested.

1. Bearcub
2. Scoop
3. Bob
4. Marya
5. Porty
6. Foxy
7. Pal of Porty
8. Sandra

I would put a maximum on of 14 so let me know ASAP if you want to come along and I will make a provisional booking tomorrow.

Bob Jefferson · Post by **Bob Jefferson** » 01 Feb 2007, 21:21

Sorry Sandra, I would love to come along but I can't make this date.

bearcub · Post by **bearcub** » 01 Feb 2007, 21:33

I'm in.

Izzie · Post by **Izzie** » 01 Feb 2007, 21:36

Me to Sandra,if thats ok

Sandra · Post by **Sandra** » 01 Feb 2007, 22:45

Bob Jefferson wrote:Sorry Sandra, I would love to come along but I can't make this date.

Sorry to hear that Bob

you've managed them all.

Sandra · Post by **Sandra** » 01 Feb 2007, 22:46

Izzie wrote:Me to Sandra,if thats ok

Absolutely Izzie, be great to meet you at last

Scoop · Post by **Scoop** » 01 Feb 2007, 23:38

I'm in Sandra

rapunzell · Post by **rapunzell** » 02 Feb 2007, 00:11

I'd love to join y'all, but won't be able to this time. One of these days!

foxy · Post by **foxy** » 02 Feb 2007, 09:20

Suits me Sandra

Sandra · Post by **Sandra** » 02 Feb 2007, 10:09

Brill Scoop and Foxy

Sandra · Post by **Sandra** » 02 Feb 2007, 10:57

meant to say, its Â£13.90 for three courses in the evening with the cheese option being Â£2.65 extra - hope this is ok

gilo · Post by **gilo** » 02 Feb 2007, 14:30

I'll join you if there is still space. Sorry I haven't replied earlier, my computers broken at home and has been for some time. (If anyone can fix an imac G5 they would make me happy). I can't really gas at work either at the moment as I've started a new job and I'm still trying to make a good impression! So think of me even if I'm not chipping in.

Maria · Post by **Maria** » 02 Feb 2007, 14:50

I'm in Sandra.

Sandra · Post by **Sandra** » 02 Feb 2007, 15:14

9 so far...

Sandra · Post by **Sandra** » 02 Feb 2007, 15:15

gilo wrote:I'll join you if there is still space. Sorry I haven't replied earlier, my computers broken at home and has been for some time. (If anyone can fix an imac G5 they would make me happy). I can't really gas at work either at the moment as I've started a new job and I'm still trying to make a good impression! So think of me even if I'm not chipping in.

yes space for both Gilo and Marya

Nelson Hatstand · Post by **Nelson Hatstand** » 02 Feb 2007, 15:24

gilo wrote:(If anyone can fix an imac G5 they would make me happy).

What seems to be the problem?

Scoop · Post by **Scoop** » 02 Feb 2007, 16:23

Sandra wrote:meant to say, its Â£13.90 for three courses in the evening with the cheese option being Â£2.65 extra - hope this is ok

Shocking!

Izzie · Post by **Izzie** » 02 Feb 2007, 16:34

Should I start saving up my pocket money now

Do you think I will have enough by then

Scoop · Post by **Scoop** » 04 Feb 2007, 08:59

Sandra, can Mr Scoop (yes, hard to believe I know, but there is one) come along too? He would like to try and get some of his taxes back I think. And I think Epykat and Mr E would like to be there too. I'll check and get back to you soon.

bellybabe · Post by **bellybabe** » 04 Feb 2007, 23:46

Please miss can I come out to play? I've got permission and everyfin.

Scoop · Post by **Scoop** » 05 Feb 2007, 00:32

Scoop wrote:Sandra, can Mr Scoop (yes, hard to believe I know, but there is one) come along too? He would like to try and get some of his taxes back I think. And I think Epykat and Mr E would like to be there too. I'll check and get back to you soon.

Yep, they're in.

Maria · Post by **Maria** » 05 Feb 2007, 10:27

Scoop wrote: And I think ...... Mr E would like to be there too. .

Been reading the 'Would this upset you?' thread has he?

Sandra · Post by **Sandra** » 05 Feb 2007, 10:36

thats us just about up to full quota Im afraid.

1. Bearcub
2. Sandra
3. Foxy
4. Marya
5. Izzie
6. POP
7. Porty
8. Gilo
9. Scoop
10. Mr Scoop
11. Bellybabe
12. Epykat
13. Mr Epykat

Only room for 1 more as Im already over quota for security.

As ever, could you please PM me your "real" names, but no rush for this.

Oh and restaurant shuts at 10pm so we'll have to continue drinking elsewhere...

Sandra · Post by **Sandra** » 05 Feb 2007, 12:55

Here is a Sample Dinner Menu
Â£13.80

Starters

Broccoli and parsley soup

Grilled goats cheese with celeriac and apple salad

Confit of duck and rice noodle salad with sweet chilli oil

Tian of crab and crayfish with cucumber and lime ginger oil
(Â£1.50 supplement)

Main Course

Braised feather blade beef with vegetable puree and Arran mustard jus

Seafood fricassee with crispy puff pastry and parsley potatoes

Caramelized onion tartlet with roasted root vegetables and beurre blanc

Tomato and green broth with olives and thyme

Dessert

Forrest berry bavarois with berry compote

Praline crÃ¨me brulee with shortbread biscuit

Chocolate frangipane with rum glazed bananas

Selection of Scottish cheeses sourced by our chef with fruit chutney and oatcakes
(Supplement Â£2.65)

Epykat · Post by **Epykat** » 05 Feb 2007, 15:12

Shortbread?

Sandra · Post by **Sandra** » 05 Feb 2007, 16:07

Epykat wrote:Shortbread?

I am sure they will be able to get Shortbread for you and scoop and foxy

edit - if its the same puddings one of them comes with shortbread

Sandra · Post by **Sandra** » 07 Feb 2007, 14:36

I will have to close the list for dinner as Im not meant to take more than 10 visitors at any one time oops, hopefully they will make allowances for 12 ok.

Sandra · Post by **Sandra** » 13 Feb 2007, 22:49

my mum and dad were over on Monday and my boss took them for lunch in Parly restaurant.

The manager and staff were really pleased to see me

(I only had one large glass of wine, it was lunchtime after all

).

Anyway, they are looking forward to seeing you all (well those of you who are going along) in March. I said to make sure to have lots of wine in!

Maria · Post by **Maria** » 13 Mar 2007, 13:59

Thought I'd bring this up to the top of the page again as a reminder for everyone that's going along.

Have you got everyone's names Sandra and have they stocked up the wine celler yet?

Sandra · Post by **Sandra** » 13 Mar 2007, 14:35

Thanks for the reminder Marya! If anyone has still to give me their "real" name who are going along can they let me know for security reasons - I will need to put the form to security this week.

Porty and Pal of Porty can you confirm if you are both able to attend, thanks!

Scoop can you PM me Mr Scoop's name?

Sandra · Post by **Sandra** » 13 Mar 2007, 14:57

1. Bearcub
2. Sandra
3. Foxy
4. Marya
5. Izzie
6. POP
7. Porty
8. Gilo
9. Scoop
10. Mr Scoop
11. Bellybabe
12. Epykat
13. Mr Epykat

Can the above people confirm they are still able to attend. Thanks! If I don't hear from you I will presume you no longer wish to attend. by Thursday 15 March at the latest.

Izzie · Post by **Izzie** » 13 Mar 2007, 15:46

Not going to miss this one.Will see you all there

Epykat · Post by **Epykat** » 13 Mar 2007, 15:54

We'll both be there Sandra.

Porty · Post by **Porty** » 13 Mar 2007, 15:59

I'm not sure yet. my apologies for not getting back to you sandra

foxy · Post by **foxy** » 13 Mar 2007, 16:38

I'll be there Sandra