Strip steak marinated all day in red wine and soy sauce; green beans with garlic and ginger.

Just FYI, those green beans make an excellent last-minute side dish. Here's how you make them:

1. Blanch the green beans in boiling water for about 2 minutes.

2. Meanwhile, heat a little oil in a large pan or wok, and sauté 2 cloves minced garlic and 1 tsp grated fresh ginger for about a minute.