Jordana set the birthday dinner table with her favourite porcelain and Waterford crystal. She said she wanted an "opulent look" and "you can take a picture and put it on your blog, Mommy." (No, those forks aren't in the wrong order, as we didn't have a first course). David made duck with sour cherries, the birthday girl's favourite. And yes, there was champagne and a fine wine. In lieu of birthday cake, Jordana requested an "icebox roll," a family recipe from her late great-grandmother Lucille.
Jordana greatly appreciates all the lovely birthday greetings and good wishes about her eye surgery. She's feeling much better and thrilled to be able to see without glasses or contact lenses.
Opulent and elegant~such a beautiful table, and I'm sure the birthday girl matched perfectly.
Grown children are quite a blessing, aren't they?
Have a wonderful holiday together :)
Posted by: Becca | 22 December 2007 at 03:20
her table looks terrific and what a meal ?
I 'm sure it was a wonderful diner
Posted by: le petit cabinet de curiosites | 21 December 2007 at 15:53
Tara,
You do set a beautiful table my dear.
All my best to Jordana!
rel
Posted by: rel | 21 December 2007 at 14:28
Oh my, I'm sure Jordana's young man from Boston was impressed by this! LOVELY and yes, so inviting, Tara. Thanks for sharing! K.
Posted by: Karen DeGroot Carter | 20 December 2007 at 22:05
The crystal and aqua look lovely together - what a beautiful setting for a birthday dinner!~xo
Posted by: tinker | 20 December 2007 at 20:03
Ahhhhh! What a table! What a wonderful birthday feast!!!
happy happy!!!
Posted by: stephanie | 20 December 2007 at 18:58
What a *gorgeous* table! Continued good wishes on what is looking like a spectacular birthday-combined-with- holiday celebrations -and- family visit for all of you!
Posted by: fleur | 20 December 2007 at 18:34
Absolutely gorgeous! And the menu sounds so yummy! Thanks for sharing!
Posted by: Becky | 20 December 2007 at 17:43
I see Jordana has her mother's eye (and her father's too...David's photographic talent is excellent)...this is most definitely an opulent table!! The dinner sounded delicious and more importantly, being with those you love on a birthday (or any other special occasion) is always more important than the food. But the champagne and wine are a MUST!! :)
Posted by: sherry | 20 December 2007 at 17:19
tara...what a beautiful setting...blessings, rebecca
Posted by: Cre8Tiva | 20 December 2007 at 17:09
Happy birthday Jordana, your dinner sounds (and the table looks) lovely. Tara-would you consider sharing the icebox roll recipe? Please!
Posted by: martina | 20 December 2007 at 16:54
How beautiful! I love the colours and the Morroccan votives! Thank you for sharing such a gorgeous table!
Posted by: Pam Aries | 20 December 2007 at 14:17
Beautiful! Now, please share a picture of the ice roll. Does the boyfriend understand completely the standards he's got to meet in order to hang around for a while? ;-) Christmas in Paris--love it!
Posted by: RD | 20 December 2007 at 13:50
What a lovely table! I love the color scheme. Thanks for inviting me to sit down with you! xo, suzy
Posted by: suzy | 20 December 2007 at 13:33
Wonderful Table! Happy birthday Jordana! (love the name as well) and....ummmmmm...no giving this recipe eh...?
Posted by: Caty | 20 December 2007 at 13:27
What a delightful ambience, cozy and opulent for sure! Just beautiful! Happy Birthday Jordana! May love and laughter fill your special day, and the year ahead! Joy to all of you! It sounds like a wonderful celebration will be had by all!
Love and hugs Sherrie
Posted by: giggles | 20 December 2007 at 12:48
How beautiful the table looks! What's the "icebox roll"? My mom has made something "log-shaped" with whipped cream and these Nabisco chocolate wafer cookies for years, and it's incredibly yummy - is that the same as an icebox roll?
Posted by: The Bold Soul | 20 December 2007 at 12:40