Ep 3. Aberdeen - Laura
- July 15, 2009
Come Dine With Me is a television cooking and entertaining show that has made its way to season 8, episode 3 with featured guest Laura, from Aberdeen. The show features a group of four strangers that take turns to host dinner parties for each other, where they must prepare and serve a three-course meal in their home. Each host is then judged by their guests, who score them on their cooking skills, the entertainment value of the evening, and the overall experience.
The episode begins with Laura, a 35-year-old primary school teacher, preparing for her dinner party. She is described as outgoing and bubbly and has chosen a 'Night at the Oscars' theme for her evening. Laura plans to go all out for her guests and promises them an evening they will never forget. She begins her preparations by decorating her home with Hollywood-style posters and making a stunning red carpet entrance.
Laura's menu is equally impressive, starting with a homemade lobster bisque soup with freshly baked ciabatta, followed by a main course of juicy beef fillet accompanied by creamy dauphinoise potatoes, honey-roasted carrots, and green beans wrapped in bacon. For dessert, Laura has prepared an indulgent chocolate fondue with fresh fruits.
As her guests begin to arrive, the atmosphere is electric, and everyone is excited to see what Laura has in store for them. They are greeted with glasses of champagne and nibbles, and Laura leads them through to the dining room, where they are seated at a beautifully laid-out table.
The evening kicks off with a champagne toast and a game of "guess the celebrity," where everyone impersonates their favorite stars. This sets the mood for the rest of the evening, and the guests are hooked. The conversation flows freely, and everyone is having a great time. One guest describes Laura's hosting skills as "off the charts."
The first course of lobster bisque is served, and the guests are impressed. They rave about the flavors, with one guest stating it's the best bisque they've ever tasted. The ciabatta bread is fresh and crusty, and the perfect accompaniment to the soup.
The main course of beef fillet does not disappoint, with everyone complimenting Laura on her cooking skills. The meat is cooked to perfection and melts in the mouth. The dauphinoise potatoes are creamy and infused with garlic, and the honey-roasted carrots are sweet and tender. The green beans wrapped in bacon are a hit and add a lovely salty tang to the dish.
Dessert is served, and Laura's guests are blown away by the chocolate fondue. The fruits are fresh and juicy, and the chocolate is perfectly melted and smooth. The whole experience is described by one guest as “truly mind-blowing.”
As the evening comes to an end, Laura's guests praise her for her hosting skills, her excellent menu and the fact that they had a great time. Overall, the consensus is that Laura's 'Night at the Oscars' party was a tremendous success, with one guest saying it was "one of the best dinner parties they've ever attended."
All in all, the show remains a great classic dinner party show with excellent guests and innovative menus. Guests leave having had an incredible time, highlighted by great experiences, delicious food, and exceptional hosting skills. Come Dine With Me continues to be a fantastic watch for food lovers and great for entertaining.
