We've had the most beautiful weather this week in B'ham.  I'm hoping the Memorial Day weekend will be more of the same.  I've invited a few friends over and we’re celebrating the holiday with a menu from members of the Seafarer's Yacht Club of Annapolis.  Last May I spent a few days with the Seafarer's as they kicked-off the boating season with their flag-raising ceremony.  This year the ceremony marked the beginning of the club's 50th year.  Once the formal ceremony wraps up,  members host guests for boat outings on the Chesapeake, and a kingly spread of fabulous food at the clubhouse.   If you're lucky enough to join them for the festivities, it's a real treat---they are some of the friendliest, most hospitable folks I’ve met.   Captain Ed Morris (pictured with me on Seascape) and his wife Tanya own sailboat Autumn Mist. Though I didn't have time to go sailing with them, I did have a chance to visit some of the other boats, including the Monoponson II, Naima, and Her Way. 

Wish I was there. .  . I'll channel them through the menu--- Jerk Chicken, Jean's
Potato Salad, deviled eggs, garlic bread, and more.  (Check out the May issue of  Southern Living for the recipes.)  My Alabama group will enjoy fireworks after hours from the patio---not quite as spectacular as colorful starbursts over the Chesapeake, but food fellowship, and friends are enjoyable anywhere.  Let me know what's cookin' at your place for the Summer holidays.