Midwinter Living

 It's the middle of the winter here in the middle of the ocean. Lots of rain. Colder days.

Consider this a little catch up on what's been going on out here for us.

December was a bit hectic as we were starting up our new business while also taking the last two weeks off - all while trying to both set up and deal with year-end financials and tax stuff for a business that we were still starting. We ate some good food, we spent time with good friends, and Valerie got a new surfboard.

Korean Fried Chicken Wings

We grow plenty orchids

White grits with ham, egg, and caviar

Precious xmas mango

Valerie feeling festive

Oooo.... sexy new board!

Honey from our neighbors

Loveless Cafe Dry Cured Country Ham

Incredible xmas gift from Will

The new year started off with a bang. Literally. And as always, the New Year celebrations were feast-ish.

Bang

Boom

Tuna Tartare on Tempura Nori with Finger Lime

Country Ham with Asparagus and Hot Honey

Korean Fried Chicken with Avocado and Caviar

New Year's Morning Cappuccino

In mid January Valerie went to Japan for the first time ever. She was invited to speak at a business event in Tokyo and had a great time.

Exceptional Yakitori in Ginza

Chicken Hearts

Chicken Meatballs

Teriyaki Chicken

Fancy French Pastries

Not your usual fruit salad

Fruit and whipped cream sandos

Architecture from Ando

Navigating Tokyo Transit

Kaiseki client meal

More kaiseki

Gorgeous room for client meal

And now life is settling into a bit more of a groove here, although we are kind of looking forward to longer days and a bit more sun.

American Wagyu Strip Steak

Cappuccino

Latke, Shaved Beef, Creme Fraiche, Caviar, Egg

Special Sunrise

Birthday party for Jana at Flying Saucer

In these tough times I hope that all of you are able to find the moments of joy, happiness, love, and community that we all need right now.