Views of the neighborhood – Summer blooms

Today, we are cruising the neighborhood to view the crepe myrtles and a few other flowers. We are catered by Ember Kitchen of Austin, and our entertainment is Glenn Fry.

Menu

Plantain Stack -Buttermilk Pancakes, Plantains, Whipped Cream, Plantain Pecan-Infused Syrup

Churros Toast – Dulce de Leche French Toast, Brioche Bread, Candied Pecan Multi-Grain Crunch, Piloncillo Strawberry Syrup, Fresh Strawberries, Mint

Ember Steak & Eggs – 8 oz Filet Mignon, Enchilada Sauce, Eggs “Your Way”, Black Beans

Chorizo Hash – Ground Chorizo, Diced Red Peppers, Poblano Peppers, Shallots, Beef Fat Potatoes, Egg, Salsa Dona, Hollandaise

Chilaquiles – Red Chile Sauce, Corn Tortilla Chips, Lime Crema, Eggs, Cilantro, Avocado

Wagyu Steak – 10 oz Market Cut, Ember Tortillas, Grilled Fennel & Onions, Salsa Dona

Josper Chicken – Orange and Guajillo Brine, Pollo ala Brasa, Achiote Chimichurri

Josper Burger – 8 oz Akaushi Wagyu, Oaxaca Cheese, Escabeche, Chipotle Aioli, Pork Belly, Brioche Bun

Photo by Dan Antion

Come on. We have commandeered the Windsor Fife and Drum Corps bus.

The Producer’s photo of a gardenia while walking with Twiggy.

Red and purple crepe myrtles.

A while crepe myrtle.

A pink crepe myrtle (R), esperasza (L), baby sage (lower R), and magnolia (background)

Another pink.

A beautiful white.

The sage beside our driveway.

The Producer’s hibiscus (R) and cone flower (L) with vinca in the middle.

Okay, how did she get in here? Shussssh. Let sleeping dogs lie.”

A giant purple crepe myrtle.

A large lilac-colored crepe myrtle.

A beautiful pink crepe myrtle.

Time now to enjoy the music and food. I hope you have a lovely week.

 

3 comments

  1. Smorgasbord - Variety is the Spice of Life.'s avatar

    You neighbourhood is fabulous John.. thanks for sharing it with us. Hugsxxx

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  2. Jaye Marie & Anita Dawes's avatar

    such a lot of beautiful crepe myrtles, John. They look like UK lilacs…

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  3. Darlene's avatar

    The crepe myrtles are gorgeous! Thanks. (loved the shot of Tempeste sleeping!)

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