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43 CALF News • August | September 2021 • www.calfnews.net ping, none of which overpowered the flavor of the seafood. It was the perfect start to the meal. Chris followed with the Mixed Green, Pear and Candied Pecan Salad, while I chose a Spinach and Warm Bacon Vinai- grette Salad. Both were fresh, plentiful and refreshing. Then came the steaks, served on sizzling cast-iron plates – impressive by any standards. Chris’ Prime 14-ounce New York Strip, cooked medium (see sidebar), was thick, tender and juicy, while my Prime Bone-In 22-ounce Cowboy Ribeye, cooked medium rare, was that and more. The salty, buttery crust gave the meat a beefy yet unique taste that made me look forward to my next bite. Our side dish was the Cauliflower Au Gratin, with well-cooked vegetable in a smooth sauce and cheese that, again, did not overpower the intended flavor of the dish. As we were dining, we admired the many dishes from Perry’s considerable menu being served throughout the restaurant. The Double- Cut Lamb Chops looked amazing; the Cherry Pepper Calamari intriguing. Chris commented that even after finishing our hearty steaks, as waiters walked by with dishes for other patrons, the pleasing aromas wafting by, we found our- selves thinking, “I could have a bite of that.” No room for dessert? Not so fast, pilgrim. This kind of luscious dinner without crème brûlée would be unthinkable for Chris and me. The creamy vanilla treat with light, sweet, crisp topping and fresh berries was done perfectly and gave the evening a wonderful exclamation point. Service by our waiter, Christian, was attentive but not over- bearing. He was a personable and obviously well-trained and experienced server who knew when to visit and be available and when to provide time to allow us to enjoy the meal. It’s a skill not perfected in all restaurants. Far from a pricey indulgence, dinner at Perry’s is a perfect celebration of the many terrific occasions in our lives. Chris and I plan to put Perry’s at the top of our list for recognizing our special times.  Gatherings Feeding the World Sunday Morning Salute It feels great to catch a breeze on a hot July day. Pictured on a favorite hilltop are yearling steers at the Wilson Ranch, Hazard, Neb. Photo by Patti Wilson  Celebrating the community of Wisner, Neb., and their role in feeding the world, the Holland family donated a mural from artist Gabe Perez. Photo by Tom Feller  A healthy group of people showed up in Broken Bow, Neb., on June 7 to hear Gov. Pete Ricketts explain the Biden administration’s proposed 30 by 30 initiative (now called America the Beautiful). Although the room was full, noticeably absent were those (young folks) at home putting up hay in the heat of the day. It’s job that is not put off, even by a few hours. Photo by Patti Wilson  30 by 30 Explained by Nebraska Governor