Wine Tasting and Charcuterie- Another Well-Attended THD Activity

Last Thursday at 3PM, April 10, 2025 about 30 THD residents enjoyed another outdoor activity of Wine Tasting and Charcuterie (see brochure above). The wine was provided by Buon Vino💚 ( Walnut Creek) and the Charcuterie by Brian Hirahara. Brian is the son of fellow Resident and Bridge Player, Carle Hirahara. ( https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-hirahara-6167388/)

We tasted 4 types of wine, chardonnay, cabernet sauvignon, zinfandel and a merlot.

💚https://www.buonvinoinc.com/

My Plate of Charcuterie-A charcuterie board is of French origin and typically served as an appetizer on a wooden board or stone slab/plate, either eaten straight from the board itself or portioned onto tableware. It features a selection of preserved foods, especially cured meats or pâtés, as well as cheeses and crackers or bread. In Europe 'charcuterie' refers to cold meats (e.g. salami, ham etc.) and the term 'charcuterie board' would not be widely used for a board with cheese, fruit and a small amount of meat as is the case in North America. Instead the term cheese board might be used for a dish with largely cheese or some other descriptive title used for a board with a large variety of different cold food-stuffs.

Photo Credit: Jenny Shively- At Our Table- Special Guest- Indy ( Darryl Choy)    

Here are some other photos I took on this well-attended Outdoor Activity at our THD Liberty Pavilion. Kudos  to Ted and Monica for hosting!!! I did not see Rhyann helping in the hosting, although she was in the vicinity. 

The owner of Buon Vino, Dan Matlin. Jenny Shively  and Mary Ann De Wald 

Thanks for coming Indy!!! Your presence at our table was very much appreciated

Smiling and Happy Mary Ann enjoying the Wine Tasting and conversation. 

Gween Corbett raising her hand from the nearby table 

Jenny, Mary Ann and Darryl Choy ( Indy) - My favorite Massage therapist- At out Table   

Meanwhile, Did you know that ...... 

The Philippines is home to the world’s largest coconuts! The Magsaysay Coconut variety holds the record for the heaviest coconut fruit, weighing an impressive 4.5 kg (almost 10 pounds).

This giant coconut is not only a testament to the country’s rich agricultural heritage but also showcases the unique biodiversity of the region. Known for its thick, juicy flesh and abundant water, the Magsaysay Coconut is prized in local markets and plays a key role in the Philippines' coconut industry.

Lastly, Another turnover news Today. Rhyann Droszcz, hired 2 weeks ago as a part-time driver/activity assistant last day was yesterday so she is no longer employed here at THD. I do not know if she quit voluntarily or involuntary. This employee turnover do not surprise me anymore. It just shows that THD is an organization with frequent turnovers, and new employees appeared to disappear without anyone knowing it except thru the grapevine and rumors. I do not know Rhyann that well so I did not form a bond with her, so as far as I am concern, her departure does not affect my quality of life here at THD. However, currently there are only 2 employees in the Activity Section, Ted and Monica. I do feel THD need another activity person for the numerous and varied activities that we as residents here at THD enjoy very much.