Quick Photo Update from ‘Mr. Terrace’

Hey everyone.  Rachael has had quite the week, so here’s a little update and a preview of what’s to come in the next week or two here at Tokyo Terrace.

First, Rachael’s best friend had her first baby on Sunday.  Mom & baby are happy, healthy, and home now.  Awesome.

Second, we made homemade pasta with the fam this week.  It was delicious.

Third, Rachael designed and executed a 6-course Japanese-Fusion Wine Dinner last night for 41 guests at Ursula’s Wine Bar & Cafe in White Bear Lake, Minnesota.  The most common refrains of the evening were: “I want three more of these!” and “I can’t wait to see this girl on the Food Network!”  The evening was a huge success, from Rachael’s brilliant and creative dishes to the restaurant owner’s perfect wine (and sake) pairings.  Over the next couple weeks, Rachael will be posting and re-posting her recipes for each of the dishes served at this fabulous occasion.  We have two more weeks in Minnesota before returning to Tokyo for another exciting year.

Last, Rachael got her wisdom teeth removed today so she’ll be watching a whole lot of ‘Friends’ and Food Network re-runs over the next few days while she heals up.  Until then, enjoy the photos and feel free to leave some love for her in the comments below.