I'll share my Loopy treasures as soon as I catch up on laundry, grocery shopping, bill-paying, and work, but for today I want to share some joy from Fort Collins. Ryan and I have lots of favorite places to eat in Fort Collins, and
The Welsh Rabbit is among the top ones on our list. They have a cheese shop on one side, and next door is a cheese bistro where you order, taste, and enjoy a variety of cheeses, meats, small bites, beer, and wine. As a meat and potatoes kind of guy, John finds it a little pretentious and unsatisfying, but Ryan and I love it and always make sure we go when I'm visiting by myself.
My photos can't convey how delicious our choices were or what a wonderful time we had, and I so wish I could share these incredible flavors with you. Their Honey
Chèvre is the best I've ever had, Powerful Welsh is an amazing cheddar, and Sottocenere (truffle-infused and
aged in a coat of nutmeg, coriander, cinnamon, licorice, cloves, and fennel) and Moliterno al Vino (an Italian sheep's milk cheese aged in wine) have the most delicious rinds.
Ryan and I both had cherry cider and it was the perfect accompaniment, complete with beautiful reflections from the sun streaming through the window.
We don't have anything like this nearby in NJ, but I am so grateful that such a place exists in Fort Collins and I was able to enjoy a long afternoon there, full of new and delicious cheese and the stellar company of my oldest son.
Enjoy. Indeed! Cheese is definitely one of my favorite foods and the descriptions of the ones on your tasting plate sound delicious! (hope your re-entry hasn't been too painful!)
ReplyDeleteOh, my! My mouth is watering just reading your delicious descriptions! It is made extra special in that it is something that you are Ryan enjoy together! Thank you for sharing this wonderful slice of your trip!
ReplyDeleteCherry cider sounds delicious
ReplyDeleteOh boy, does that cheese selection and cherry cider sound good!
ReplyDeleteOh yum. That certainly whets the appetite!! I love that kind of thing. So glad you had a nice visit.
ReplyDeleteCherry cider? Sounds wonderful! I love cheese, and this assortment sounds like heaven. Although I think the best part of the afternoon was being there with Ryan enjoying things you both like and having the kind of conversations you couldn't have with anyone else. Never fear, Bonny, we will patiently wait for your treasures to be revealed.
ReplyDeleteYou've described our time there perfectly! The cider was Cherry Glider from Colorado Cider Co., and it was delicious. I'm just sorry they don't distribute outside of CO. We have cherry-flavored cider here, but it tastes a bit too much like cough syrup for me. Thanks for your patience; I'll be sharing my purchases on Monday or Tuesday. :-)
DeleteMy sister and I ate there last month when I was visiting!! Isn't it wonderful? I'm so glad you and Ryan were able to enjoy a special treat and time together! (YUM.) XO
ReplyDeleteOh man, that sounds like my kind of place! I'm glad you and Ryan had a nice afternoon there together.
ReplyDeleteEverything looks delicious and mindful. I would love a place like that. I love the last photo the bestest :)
ReplyDeleteThe Welsh Rabbit sounds fabulous, as does the cider, but best of all is time to relax and chat, share and laugh with someone you love (and don't see often face to face). A post like this makes waiting for yarn pRon ok.
ReplyDeleteFUN FUN FUN
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