Winners are grinners

 

A few weeks ago, the annual state of origin final was shown on the giant screen under the stars and the winners were our home state Queensland. We had a side wager with Jo and Garry and Col and Judy (both Blues supporters) that whoever’s team lost would take the winners to the Sterling Steakhouse for dinner.

Last night was the night – our whole dining room table had dinner in the steakhouse – a great meal. I went up earlier and arranged for the head waiter to decorate our table with Qld flags and scarf – not to rub the win in at all!!??  We toasted the win with red wine and pink champagne – all in the correct colour scheme for the maroons!

The maître d’ brought a tray of steaks and explained the cuts and weights before we made our selection – proud of the beautiful Aussie beef.

We started with prawn cocktail – check out the photo - they were more like mini lobster – huge and delicious!!!

Next was Fillet Mignon – so moist and delicious – although the serves are huge - 8 or 10 ounces for the fillet – the biggest steak on offer is 22 ounces (about ¾ kilo of steak!!!) – served with tomatoes, spinach, corn, mushrooms and baked potatoes with all the trimmings.

Most at our table chose the Crème Brulee with raspberries for dessert, although the New York Cheesecake, and Chocolate Pecan pie were also great hits.

A great night once again – thanks to the Maroons win – we will take any excuse to celebrate!!