The Cheeseparer has a Dinner Party

An old writing friend came to town this week and I invited her and some others for a mid-week dinner.  I tried to find something everyone would like which wouldn't totally blow out our diets.  Settled on a mostly Mediterranean menu which contributed to delicious lunches.  The full fat Greek yogurt rocks, as did the special feta from Whole Foods.  Here are photographs of the meal.  The orange-mascarpone tart with pistachios was to die for.  Oranges will be cheaper than berries or chocolate desserts.  Very healthy too.  Whole Foods has a nut table where the shopper can pick out exactly the amount she needs.  No waste or extra money.   Ratatouille  is also an economical choice and can be made a day ahead of time.  The Mediterranean Diet is healthy, but not cheap to cook.