On 31 January, Robin and I attended the Robert Burns (1759-1796) Birthday party, Scotland’s National Poet. We had a great time with great food.

Thanks to all who participated and to Mairi and Guy for hosting the event and spending countless hours in the kitchen preparing “The Farin'”.

The Farin’

The Selkirk Grace

Colonial Consomme

Smoked Trout Salad

Address to the Haggis (Jim Davidson)
“Haggis, warm ‘n reekin, wi’ neeps and tatties and wee dram..”

Stirk Stew
w’ Poppyseed Dumplings

The Immortal Memory (Mairi)

Toast to the Lassies (Don)
The Response (Carolyn)

Tipsy Laird

Tales From 250 Years Ago

Kebbuck ‘n Oatcakes

Port and Anither wee dram

Tea and Coffee

Auld Lang Syne

Such an awesome experience. If you would like to see all of the photos, look at Our Retirement Blog. There are several.