orry this one is a bit late. I was low on groceries on Valentine's Day so I threw this little bento together out of ingredients not ideal for M.'s tastes, but he was too busy to actually eat this one anyway so it didn't really matter - he had a very hectic day!

Contents: Tortilla chips and salsa, oatmeal chocolate chip cookies (I had the dough frozen and baked a few that morning), carrot sticks, heart-shaped cheese sandwich, and a tiny tangerine.

After M. got home we went out to a sublime dinner at Fork in San Anselmo. I highly recommend this place, as we've eaten there several times and always had a great experience. I knew I could count on them for an elegant meal that wouldn't be harried despite the holiday diners, and they came through impeccably.

I'm a pretty unmemorable type on my own, but Charles, the maitre'd and co-owner, always remembers me, which gives the experience a personal touch. He wore a tux for V-day, classy guy. The service is always excellent and the menus interesting and seasonal. They have a great early bird prix fixe menu on weekdays, and a larger prix fixe tasting menu during normal dining hours, complete with wine pairing. Or you can order à la carte (except for on Valentine's day - they had prix fixe only). M. appreciates the vegetarian tasting menu, which they always offer, and overall everything about the place shows a tasteful restraint and attention to detail. Stop by if you're in the area!