January 27 - Jason Burnett Reception

Friday evening was the reception for artist Jason Burnett who was leading a two day workshop on Saturday and Sunday on his screen printing and decal work.  We had a good turnout and he showed us a presentation of how he got to where he is in his art.  It's been a journey and his art is very interesting.

After the reception we (terra4m) loaded the kiln and then went to Lang Van for a late supper.

Jason Burnett in the red plaid shirt.

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Lang Van

I finally got to try Vietnamese food on Friday and I WILL be going back for more.

Greg and I went to Lang Van for lunch on Friday and it was AMAZING.

We started out with the spring roll appetizer which came with tofu and a scrumptious blend of veggies and herbs.

I had a vermicelli bowl with pork, shrimp, and imperial roll (number 45 on the menu for everyone following along at home). On top there were shredded carrots and jicama. The real surprise came in the bottom of the bowl with an unbelievable combination of lettuce, cucumber, mint, basil, and cilantro. Every bite was a burst of a combination of flavors I've never had before. It tasted so fresh and alive. The menu is huge and I want to go back and explore all of it.

Bottom line: WOW!