Prague, Czech Republic: 11 August 2016
Day 42
 


The Basilica from inside the castle grounds

Back to Richard's Kitchen for lunch.  I really like to go new and different places to eat even when we are at home, but you just can't beat Richard's.  Today I had an arugula , quinoa, plum and feta salad that was scrumptious.  I'll want to repeat this one when I cook again...and that won't be this week. 

We took Gemma home and told her to take a nap while we headed to Prague Castle.  Gemma certainly has the life.  She hasn't had to stay at home or in the car very much at all this trip but today was not for little dogs.  We were disappointed when we learned that the castle was closing early today so we bolted through the Basilica, the national buildings and the grounds before we learned that the reason for the early closure was a concert in the Basilica.  A string quintet with one vocalist provided an awe-inspiring intimate performance with some favorites for both of us.  After a bit more wandering around the castle grounds and a cab driver who didn't know his city very well at all, we found our way along the river to a dinner cruise with a pianist.  Water opportunities always call to Justin and me so we signed up and boarded.  This particular sailing had less than twenty passengers and the food and service was great.  We were able to go outside in between courses and take in all the sights of the city at dusk and later in the evening.  I told Justin this could count as my birthday dinner... and I am STILL not back at work! 

The castle from the river