Restaurant Review...

Good Morning! I had a hard time getting out of bed this morning... until the hubby started snoring in my face! hahahaha He is so helpful! :-)
Yesterday was a my mother in-law's birthday. She wanted to go out to eat. (ugh!) So, I spent the afternoon mentally preparing. Lunch was a simple affair of the disastrous Black Bean soup (which was surprisingly yummy by itself) and a thin slices of Homemade GF bread. I also had a few sticks of celery dipped in Chachie's Peach and Mango salsa for some color. I NEED COLOR IN MY MEALS!!!! I also did the Jillian Michaels "butt kicker" from hulu and some ab stuff. According to the video, I should be able to crack walnuts on my butt soon. I'll let you know if this ends up happening! hahahaha Okay, enough of the inane happenings of my day. Here is the part you are interested it... THE RESTAURANT REVIEW...
For my MIL's b-day we went to GrillSmith. My Father-in-law called ahead to make sure they could accommodate gluten free, which they said they could. When we arrived, I double checked with the hostess that my GF status was noted on the reservation before we headed to our table. The restaurant was your typical steakhouse with nary a vegetarian menu option in sight. Now, we all know I am not a full fledged vegetarian. I just prefer not to eat meat, and last night I was NOT feeling the meat! Our waiter was a bumbling, hot mess. He approached me and said "Hmmmm... I think everything on our menu has wheat in it." To which I responded, "Well, we called ahead and were told it wouldn't be a problem. May I speak to the chef?" I also handed him my Triumph Dining card and asked him to take it back to the kitchen. At this point, I was starting to get a bit nervous. Kris, the head chef, put all my fears to rest when he came out. He grabbed a chair from a nearby table, plopped down next to me, opened the menu, and said "Alright, let's see what we can make you today!" He made me feel instantly comfortable and relaxed. I told him what I was interested in, but then decided, heck he already has to make something special for me. I am going to see if he will make me what I really want, grilled portobello mushroom caps. Guess what! He said, "No problem"! It was actually easier for him to make GF than most of the other menu options. Choosing my sides was not quite as easy. Kris had to come out to the table twice to change my order due to "small amounts of flour" in the ingredients. His one "oops" moment was suggesting I try the Macaroni and Cheese! I politely informed him that noodles contain gluten. His response, complete and total chagrin. He looked so embarrassed! I instantly "forgave" him and settled on the grilled asparagus and fresh seasonal vegetables. My plate arrived safely and on time, I did not have to send anything back, and I did not get sick! My only complaint was the veggies were drowned in butter. I should have requested no butter though. I know better! Oh well! I clearly hated my meal. Hahahaha! (Actually, I did share my mushroom caps with my father-in-law) All in all we had a delightful evening. My MIL enjoyed her gifts and cards and a good time was had by all. Here's the card we got her: So funny, right?! And here is my hubby with his mommy.
Tonight we will be flying to Massachusetts for my little brother's high school graduation. I am NOT excited about the cold weather! I had the cutest little dress picked out for the outdoor ceremony! Now, I have no clue what I am going to wear! LE SIGH... my life is sooo hard! ;-) So for all of you who loved my travel posts, get ready, because they are coming back for a few days! I still need to pack. It shouldn't take long though. I am kind of a "master packer". Until later then!