Dinner at the Princess'

 One of the other extrodinary events organised

for us by APT

was dinner and a piano recital at the home of

Princess Heide von Hohenzollern.

This magnificent Palace holds weddings, concerts &

art shows to help pay for upkeep.

Unfortunately her ladyship waited in vain to meet 

the Princess..

While the photographer snapped a couple of Magnolias

soon to burst into bloom.

The old Prince stood by the door....

This has a remarkable collection of art

& curiosities.

This magnificent stone inlay work.

And this with Lapis Lazuli..

See I haven't forgotten everything!!

Well not everyone has a Leopard in their lounge.

And then the "Honeymoon Suite"

with it's 100 plus year old bath.

I could see myself in there..

The biggest bed I've ever seen!

Doesn't every music room have it's own 

Pipe Organ ?

Well a bit late for a honeymoon really,

but their own bubbles were excellent.

As was the wine to follow!

Now who's next said the Vulture?

The marquetry in this cabinet was superb.

Perhaps sir & madam would prefer a more intimate dinner?

No thanks we'll dine with our friends!

I told you the wine was good !!!!!

And the piano recital was lovely...

played on the Steinway Grand Piano!!!

Our soloist having a bit of time off...