One More Shot Of Joe

Our office is having its annual office party here on the 24th August. They are having a evening cruise on the Main River with DJ, drinks and buffet dinner. Unfortunately it is the same day/night that we are having our annual house party so it is one event I will have to give a miss. I do however recognise that office parties have to be one of the deadliest events on the social calendar and as such I am not so disappointed in not being able to attend.

This weekend is going to be quite busy as we start to stock up for the party. There is quite a large amount of non-fresh food shopping that can be done in advance as well as wine and the picking up of additional equipment. Last year we had around 50 people and if some of my work mates come along we could well exceed that this year. At least we have the 50 litre barrel of Glucks Pils confirmed which will serve 125 glasses at 400ml.

It was surprising last year how with people drinking wine and spirits, the beer was pretty much left completely to a dedicated handful of us. Hopefully this year we will see a similar story and the barrel will last well into the evening. We are planning on a cold spread this year to avoid the cooking hassle. A lot of people have offered to bring salads and cakes etc. so this will be a huge effort saver.

One addition to the galley weapons this year is the all new whiz bang espresso machine. Replete with Lavazza coffee beans in the grinder we are all set to dilate everyone’s pupils. God how I love Lavazza. There are mornings when getting out the door to catch my bus to work can be severely hindered by the desire for just one more shot of Joe.