They prepared it well, because the bitterness was pleasant with all other seasoning.

That's how it should be: don't mask the bitterness but balance it out with other flavors.

I wish she stared at me like she stares at the food at this restaurant. :(

!LOL I do! 😂 And when I do you either say "Stop it" or ask "What?" 🤦‍♀

You forgot how they offered us more complimentary bread, when they saw we finished the first basket of bread 😅. Using bread to soak up the sauces and food was divine!

!LUV