A Work of Art

I was in New Hampshire, starved from a day of snowboarding. We drove along side snowy tree tops and white tailed deer. Looking for somewhere to fill our stomachs, we came among a restaurant called Canoe. To our liking, we walked straight in and were seated. Maybe it wasn’t the most appealing restaurant, but when I ordered my Shrimp Alfredo, all but the food was out of sight. This dish was practically alive! The smooth pasta slithered through the plate as the fresh shrimp lay with its vibrant colors. The Portobello mushrooms hide in the soft bedding of the red peppers. When I took a bite, all of the colors light in my mouth. Clashing flavors between the shrimp and peppers threw me away. The sprinkled pepper on top gave just the extra kick it needed when my teeth sunk into the thick pasta. Just when that sounds like the whole plate, a nice chunk of garlic bread was added to the side. I drenched it in the cheesy Alfredo sauce and it melted away in my mouth. When the plate stood empty, I sat back in my chair with a full belly and satisfied needs. This was not just a plate of food; this dinner was a piece of art. Work crafted by the hands of the artist with nothing but the utensils in the kitchen. This restaurant is one to remember, and I wouldn’t think twice about passing this dish up!

Wyatt D.