Believe it or not, that exotic, new acquaintance with the terrific accent is more than ready to meet your crew: and the feelings are mutual. Both sides are curious, and both are eager to see if everything you've said about the other is true. It's your (enviable) task now to get them together for a gathering that won't soon be forgotten. Ah, well, there are worse jobs. Wear red and black: after all, you're in charge of this.