The YOLO feast

The time when we were still young, we eat all we want, drink all we can, and live our life to the fullest. YOU LIVE ONLY ONCE became the word for 2013. 5 Piggies became great friends, and of course who could just 'hang out' without food and drinks?

A spontaneous seafood craving ended with laughters and a satisfied stomach.
First there are oysters. Freshly bought and opened at home. Then there is lobster. Sashimi alive, dipped with soy sauce and wasabi. Store bought sashimi (for those who lives in Boston, Sakanaya in Allston is the best fish market you can find in Boston. They have fresh fish that are reasonably priced) and some white wine pasta top with seared scallops. Lastly a bottle of white wine from Loire Valley to pair all these seafood.

A great night with my piggies. Although the last night with them at my apartment, I'm sure we will all reunite once again very soon, with food and their company.

White wine linguine with seared scallops
Ingredients:
One pack of linguine pasta (DiGiorno recommended)
5 Carrots
1 Onion
1 garlic clove minced
1/2 cup dry white wine
1/2 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
Chili flakes (optional)
1 tablespoon butter

10 scallops
1/2 tablespoon butter
2 teaspoon olive oil

First boil the pasta in salted water until al dente.
Meanwhile, in a nonstick skillet melt the butter over medium heat and add in the olive oil. Pat the scallops till dry and sprinkle salt and pepper. Place them on the pan and sear each side until golden brown. Do not over cook the scallops. Test them with a fork. It should still be a little spongy when pressed. Set them aside.

Now melt the butter over medium heat. Add in the garlic and chili flakes and cook until fragrant. Add in the onions and carrots. You can also add in other vegetables as well. Raise the heat to medium-high and then add wine. Cook until reduced by 1/4 about 1 minute. Remove the pan from heat and add in the pasta. Swirl in lemon juice and add scallops. Toss to combine.
You can pick out the scallops and place them on top when plating.

Enjoy! and remember YOLO~