A friend is now looking to join and I have already promised away my +1. If anyone has an extra spot available please let me know!

I have made reservations for 6 at Mercat a La Planxa at Wed 8:15 (I'm sure that there will be no problem if we were earlier or if we have more or fewer diners).

Cathy2 wrote:

GAF wrote:I'll join you for dinner.

Great. I am keeping now a running list on the OP.

PM or post here, if you want to join. Of course, you can always make a last minute decision.

Regards,

Single-parenting the HRH with 4 legs & a tail but count me in for dinner afterwards.

GAF wrote:I have made reservations for 6 at Mercat a La Planxa at Wed 8:15 (I'm sure that there will be no problem if we were earlier or if we have more or fewer diners).

Thank you and agreed.

pairs4life wrote:Single-parenting the HRH with 4 legs & a tail but count me in for dinner afterwards.

Fabulous, did not get to see you for months, and now twice within the same week!

Cathy2 wrote:Great. I am keeping now a running list on the OP.

Oops, sorry, it looks like you started a list.

Does anyone know whether your name needs to match that of the name on the printed ticket? It says in the fine print that the ticket will be matched with the list of names at the door.

Problem is, the ticket I received is not in my name and that person will not be attending. I also noticed that the ticket has a unique barcode so I'm guessing as long as it scans and the name on the ticket is also on the list at the door, I should be good to go? I don't expect to have to present ID or anything but maybe someone who has been to an event here before can advise.

Looking forward to tomorrow night! Also planning to arrive early as it says check-in begins at 4:00 and seating in the auditorium begins at 5:00 (and I expect a capacity crowd).

I hear that there are already people lining up with sleeping bags to get the best seats. (Just kidding).

It was great seeing everybody tonight and meeting new LTHers. What a fun event, wish I could have made dinner. I hope to see everybody again soon.

Heather

Hi,

This program will be available as a podcast from Chicago Public Media's Chicago Amplified feature. I will keep an eye out and post it once it is up.

Regards,

Thanks Cathy for planning to post that but also for the original notice and keeping us all updated on such wonderful programs. It was certainly a fun evening and I just wish more LTHers could have joined in both for Adria and for dinner.

I'm still thinking about the Halibut dish we had at Mercat ...

It was an inspiring talk, despite the fact that Chef Adria doesn't speak English. His interpreter did a fine job and wasn't too intrusive. A couple of us ended up going to Chinatown after the show and had a great dinner as well. Chinatown was eerily quiet last night. I couldn't figure out why until I realized that it was Rosh Hashanah eve.

His translator was wonderful - I want to be her when I grow up!

I just really loved his spirit - that sparkle of joy and pleasure mixed with such brilliance was special to be around.

it was a great time! wish i could have went to the dinner. i took video on my phone of the first video they played, i just have to figure out how to get it up on youtube. thanks again to zoid and my "date" heather 22

dollbabytina wrote:i took video on my phone of the first video they played, i just have to figure out how to get it up on youtube.

Here you go. Now you don't have to worry about that pesky copyright infringement issue.

thanks, i have watched that a few months ago on youtube, but the video that was played is different. since there is worry of copyright infringement i won't post it here. i mainly took it to show my husband who couldn't make the event anyway.

dollbabytina wrote:thanks, i have watched that a few months ago on youtube, but the video that was played is different.

Were you talking about the one with the David Bowie music instead of this one?

yes, that's the one. it had mostly food shots and old photos. i just took a quick look, but didn't find it. the lecture he did at Google is up there now though

EDIT: found this one from our lecture, this is the first part

How did the book seem?

the book shows how to plan and cook reasonably priced meals, and has great photos and step by step instructions. it also has recipes for 2 people, 6 or more which is nice because i almost always only cook for 2. it would be really great for a beginner in the kitchen because there are many basic recipes, but also tips to help you stock your pantry and what utensils you may need. i will admit it appeals to me because it's everyday, simple cooking and i really need that after a long day at work! the first page i opened to was a potato chip omelet, can't believe i never thought of doing that before!

HI,

The book also reflects the cost of staff meals budgeted at four Euros per person serving 75 people. While organic food was served to restaurant guests. Staff were not served organic food, because it was too expensive.

He was also rather emphatic about sharing ideas and information. He emphasized how can the history be written if information and ideas are not shared. I quitely clapped my affirmation of that thought.

Regards,