Last Wednesday, our TNT dinner group went to a new Mexican place that just opened in November - Plaza del Sol, at 22nd Street and Colonial Avenue in Ghent.

It’s an interesting space. There’s a large patio up front, with tables for dining al fresco, and a bar and dining room inside. It has a two-story ceiling and attractive Mexican decorations on the walls.

The food was just okay, though. Barbara, Susan and I all had the chicken fajitas with a side of refried beans. Nothing special there. I like the beans better at San Antonio Sam’s because they mix in lime juice and top with cheese to give more flavor.

Jane had a bowl of chicken tortilla soup. It looked good, and had lots of chicken in it, but it was not hot when it was served. The manager took care of that right away - we appreciated that. We’ll probably go back and try something else, but right now it’s just - so so.

I just finished the latest one, and already I can’t wait for next month’s Grow Your Own food blogging event. I have a couple of weeks to come up with a great recipe for using the Swiss chard and various lettuces in the garden right now. We also have string beans and peas coming up, but those won’t be ready till May.