"I better not," he says dryly, reaching for his water. "I gotta watch my figure."

But judging by the way he sprinkles salt on a fried green tomato slice and douses it with pepper vinegar, he's not too concerned about his weight.

He nudges the platter closer to her before he cuts into the slice waiting on his saucer.

Sincerely, "I hope you like 'em."