"There comes a time in every woman's life when the only thing that helps is a glass of Champagne" - Bette Davis

After yet another horrid work week, I couldn't have been happier to unwind with B over some cocktails and nibbles at Southwark on Friday night.  The bar at Southwark has the sort of old school vibe indicative of a Sinatra movie - only slightly undermined by the South Street element looming right outside Southwark's doors.  In addition to champagne for me and a Manhattan for B, we selected the oysters, the farmhouse platter, and the gratin.

The oysters, served with a Raspberry mignonette, were fresh and delightful.

Southwark's farmhouse platter is always fantastic.  In addition to four different cheeses - a brie-type, a blue, a cheddar, and a parmesan-type - it comes with apple and pear slices, nuts, house-cured meats, and a house-made terrine on fresh rye bread.  Love.

The "gratin," a mixture of a bitter green (our guess is kale), cheese, and mutton, was more of a dip than as it lacked the browned crust indicative of a true gratin.  That being said, it was delicious and surprisingly light.

After a great meal and some good drinks, I was feeling much rejuvenated after a good night's rest come Saturday morning.  Thanks for another great night Southwark.