On May 18, the Belgian Club organized "Family Day" at the The Yacht & Tennis Club in Lauderdale Isles. Our host were Jed Thompson and his wife Thalia, and Thalia's parents  visiting from Belgium.

The menu consisted of Flemish stew ("stoverij") and fries - carefully prepared by our hosts - Ceasar salad and, of course, Belgian beers. To top off the meal, Rick Napurski sent us Belgian-made waffle mix for dessert, which was tested by our chef Jed: "The waffles are fantastic, just like in Belgium" he said. Also, Jeanine Bailey brought in some delicious and welcomed little fruit tartlettes.

Everyone had a great time, with the kids swimming in the pool or canoeing, sliding down the tube, or just hanging out, while the grown-ups chitchatted along. We also had the chance to meet Marc and Mona's beautiful granddaughter Brianna, a little Belgian indeed, with her big blue eyes.

Special thanks to Jed and Thalia for taking such good care of us. To Rick, for providing us with the waffle mix to bake delightful Liege waffles and giving us a taste of home and to our members for always being there and supporting our cause.

For more info on how you too can obtain the waffle mix:

Rick Napurski

Grand Place Bakery

763-463-9335

www.grandplacebakery.com