We had the privileged of being hosted by our neighbours for a post Raya makan earlier in the day. We received the invitation via SMS a few days ago and I was excited with the prospect of some good homemade rendang, lemang, lontong etc. Mentally I also went through my wardrobe to see what I could wear that would be appropriate for the occasion. You see, last year, in another neighbour's Raya party, anticipating a hot and humid makan session under the canopy, I made the mistake of wearing something sleeveless with long pants and incurred the displeasure of my kind hostess (it was very apparent on her face). Chiding myself for my insensitivity, I determined not to make the same mistake, ever.
So this year, being heavily pregnant, therefore even more prone to overheating, I chose a modest dress and with my hubby and the brood in tow, traipse across the road to my neighbors'. After exchanging pleasantries, we were ushered to the dining table. To my utmost surprise and slight disappointment, not a single lemang was in sight, nor was there any dodol or traditional kuih except the layer cake. Instead, we had some good assam laksa, roti jala with chicken curry and amazingly, spagetti bolognese!
Nevertheless, conversation flowed and we had a good time getting to know one another and were grateful for their invitation. They are very "modern" people with nary a piece of classic furniture. Their decor was quite minimalist with clean lines and soothing, earthy colours.
It was altogether a very pleasant afternoon and we hope to reciprocate soon. I'm just sad that knowing their sensitivities, I can't offer them any of my cakes or cookies.
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