005 :: MINGLE! It's not just April Fools' Day.

[not_a_lamb_nor_ram]

[ In strategic places around the Plane are multicolored sticky notes -- on tree barks, on the information kiosk, at the entrances to the Bar, the Coliseum, the Theater and the Bath House; and at whatever thing that resembles a bulletin board at the Library. It says in (readable!) block writing:



Anyone stepping/arriving into the Kitchen will be greeted with an impressive rag-tag spread (finger foods, little tarts, canapés, etc.) which looks suspiciously catered. The host? Has his hair tied in a loose ponytail and the sleeves of his dress shirt rolled up. Regardless of who comes in, they'll be greeted with a bright smile and an enthused -- ]

Come on, dig in!


(( OOC: Ssssh~ it's Kiran's belated birthday celebration! He just decided there was far too much food in his reality, so the party extends to the Plane~ Tag in and tag among yourselves, everybody's welcome! ))

Comments

[desertdaggers]

Rats. Well… the recipe must be out there somewhere. It's just a matter of looking. [he nods, and dips the second one in the sauce before starting on it, swallowing before responding.]

It tends to rely on what's available most of the time! There's usually a stew at night, but we have bread and fruit and things for salads if you'd prefer something lighter.

[not_a_lamb_nor_ram]

[ "Rats" get a brief brow raise, but Kiran takes a moment to be understanding. There was Doc who equated babies to pets and... well, who knows if rats from this guy's world were really comestible?

Can't hold back his curiosity though. ]

Rats... just how big are those rats? I mean, what kind of rats are they?

[desertdaggers]

They're… well, about so long from nose to the end of the body… [he gestures, hands about thirty centimetres apart.] Things have to be pretty tough if we're using those, though. There's some meat on them, but… [he shrugs.] They're fast, and they get crafty.

[not_a_lamb_nor_ram]

Well-- I don't think they'd really be as meaty as chickens, that's for sure. But hey, whatever supplies your protein needs, right?

[ He has been around the more rural parts of Nepal and Greece, but people scrimped on meat and stuck to grains. He then presents a platter of quiches. ]

This one has cheese and vegetables in it. Try 'em!

[desertdaggers]

Mm, that's right.

Thanks. [he takes one, and bites into it.] Ah… this is pretty different! But that's not bad.

[not_a_lamb_nor_ram]

Mm! Glad you approve! Just try whatever you like, I can always flick on back home for more.

[ Kiran samples one of the quiches for himself~ ] So-- do you have any favorite dishes back home?

[desertdaggers]

Oh! Well- this looks like it should be enough for now, but it's good to know it's there if we run out.

[he nods, swallowing another bite] Mm, I like cuscus and a little bit of vegetables wrapped in cabbage leaves, that's nice. What about you?

[not_a_lamb_nor_ram]

Oh wow, couscous is really good! Specially when served with beef kebab, and sauce! [ Kiran's mouth waters just at the thought. ]

I'm not that difficult to feed, actually. But I really like sweet things like some besan burfi and lots of honey in my tea.

[desertdaggers]

Haha, yes! Shall we make some sometime, what do you think?

Oh? That sounds good, too… Just as well we already have all this, right? [otherwise all this talk about food would be awful.] Is there any besan burfi here?

[not_a_lamb_nor_ram]

Hey, I'd like that! Sure!

[ When the suggestion was made, Kiran's smile turns for the pleased. ]

Actually!

[ He holds up a finger as to say "hold on!" and he fetches a box from the counter. ]

I got some besan burfi as a gift! Here, try one!

[ And his guest will be offered one~ ]

[desertdaggers]

Really? Thanks.

[He reaches for the smallest piece he can see on the sides, trying to get it out without disturbing the others.] Oh- wow, that's nice! I can see why you'd like it.

[not_a_lamb_nor_ram]

[ Kiran's glad to see his guest enjoying the food. ]

If you want some more, just tell me!

By the way, I don't think I got your name. I'm Kiran.

[desertdaggers]

Ah- well, then, may I? [he smiles brightly.]

A pleasure to meet you! I'm Hawk. [he holds out a hand.]

[not_a_lamb_nor_ram]

[ Nice friendly handshake! ]

It's nice to meet you Hawk!

[ Handing the box over again. ]

Sure thing! Help yourself!

[desertdaggers]

Thank you. [he reaches for another piece, eating this one a little more slowly.] Ah… I feel as though I should be making you something in return for all this.

[not_a_lamb_nor_ram]

[ Kiran waves a hand. ]

I won't say no to an offer like that, but that's not really necessary. I'm here to give.

[desertdaggers]

All right. It'll be a surprise for another time, then!

[not_a_lamb_nor_ram]

I look forward to it!