Unexpected bounty

A friend called and offered a couple hours of climbing training, which I could break away for, and the day brightened and warmed for walking. Late evening walk with mi esposo, and a delectable bunch of snacks at a place recommended by one of my climbing buddies: A frise salad with tiny balls of herbed fresh mozarella, walnut bread croutons, sun-dried tomatoes, tiny pitted olives, pine nuts, and a nice light dressing; bruschetta with goat cheese, roasted garlic, and tomato/lavender chutney; and the strangest-sounding but very delicious, dates stuffed with blue cheese and bacon, with a tomato vinagrette. Swell light meal for a nice walk.