Posted by Lieutenant Commander Gravel Mardusk (Chief of Security) in Side Sim - A Much Needed Vacay

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Gravel looked down at her and said “Ok… you win. MUCH cooler than my dad’s grave.” and he chuckled. “I bet he woulda really dug this place.” he said softly as he turned back to look at the nondescripts, gray / tan building. He then looked back at Cara and said “But now… food. I’m starving. Where we goin’?”

Gravel

“Oh nothin’ can compare ta meetin’ yer dad, Malachite. I’m glad ya enjoyed it,” Cara stretched up and kissed his cheek before moving toward the end of the sidewalk. “There is a food truck ‘convoy’ that picks random places ta meet. Tanight it’s at Beach and Benches park on the bay. It’s supposed ta be a bit of a party. Street performers show up, they light fires, have music. We can get a ride and be there in 10 minutes. Or two blocks down there is a quiet little Italian bistro called Limoncello.”

Cara

“I think quiet sounds good. Besides, food trucks HATE me.” and he grinned. “Lemoncello it is. And then… back to the hotel to pack. Sound good?” h3 asked and offered her his arm.

They walked down the two blocks and found the quaint little bistro nestled in between small shops in a dead end side street. The hostess led them to a booth and Gravel wedged himself into one side facing the door. After a bit of adjustment, he made himself comfortable.

Gravel

Cara settled into the other side of the booth and thanked the hostess as she left the menus. The waitress arrived with a small tray. She set a chilled carafe of icy cold water along with two water goblets on the table and filled both half way. Next she set a loaf of Focaccia bread on the table with two small bread plates and a knife to cut it with. Finally pulling a lighter from her apron pocket she lit the chianti candle holder.

“Welcome to Limoncello. I’m Mariah. If you need anything just ask. Our specials tonight are Spaghetti with Shrimp, Lemon, Mint, and Pecorino. Garlic, oil, and chile embellishes shrimp, lemon, pecorino, almond, and mint. It’s simple and delicious and pairs well with a glass of Verdejo. And our chef’s specialty Creamy Tuscan Sausage Pasta. A savory mix of garlic, cream and parmesan over sausage all served over linguine. It goes very well with our house Tuscan Chianti.”

Cara