We decided to stay in and around the castle on Friday. We stocked up on food and wine yesterday so we could spend the entire day just hanging out, relaxing and eating. Holly started out by cooking a lovely brunch: bacon, scrambled eggs, fried tomatoes, coffee, tea, fresh pressed orange juice, croissants, pain au chocolat, strawberry marmalade, etc… It was fantastic!
We spent the whole rest of the day eating bread and cheese and drinking wine… It was raining outside so we just stayed inside; Aaron and Kelly brought in big logs of wood and Kelly made fires in both fireplaces on the first floor. Aaron, Kelly and Xavi were playing a board game. I played some on the grand piano. It was the most relaxing day I’ve had in a long time.
Lord and Lady Hubblé… 😉
Xavi wants to play the piano too!
Kelly & Holly enjoying their cheese and wine
Kelly is the fire master
Relaxed and happy Holly & Aaron ♥
Enormous fireplace in the sitting room
Holly cooked a fantastic dinner as well. She made Coq au Vine with mashed potatoes, and tarte tatin made with quince. I have never tried quince before and it was delicious!
Xavi is getting the most classic of American snacks: the peanut butter (and honey) sandwich!
Gourmet dinner in progress
Quince Tarte Tatin
Kelly is making it warm and cozy with a fire in the dining room fireplace
Hubble Adventures 