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THE FOOD PARTY!
Trust But VerifyJust did the annual BBQ last weekend, a fun gathering of friends far and wide. Its origins began when I was...
Original post made by Laura Stec on Jul. 31, 2015Last comment by Laura Stec, on Aug 4, 2015 at 7:34 pm | 4 comments | 23054 Views
THE FOOD PARTY!
Just Stuff Me and Wrap Me UpMost (all?) cultures have some type of dumpling (dough cooked alone or wrapped around a filling) as a part of their cuisine. There is the Asian wonton, Indian...
Original post made by Laura Stec on Dec. 19, 2014Last comment by A Single Guy, on Dec 24, 2014 at 2:15 pm | 4 comments | 26138 Views
THE FOOD PARTY!
World’s Most Expensive Foods, or What to Do with All That Extra CashTax Day a’-cometh. I don’t have to pay this year though. I own my own business, and so does the president, and since he doesn’t pay, I’ll...
Original post made by Laura Stec on Apr. 13, 2017Last comment by sidd, on Oct 6, 2017 at 11:01 am | 4 comments | 20486 Views
THE FOOD PARTY!
Kohlrabi Cracker – Your Next Book Club AppetizerYou’ve been hauling all day, and now it’s time for book club. Damn, the potluck, what to bring last minute? I’ve got you covered baby, try...
Original post made by Laura Stec on Apr. 30, 2017Last comment by julia, on Jun 9, 2017 at 11:29 pm | 4 comments | 19422 Views
THE FOOD PARTY!
What to Do with All That Zucchini?Throughout the remainder of 2023, we’ll revisit People Choice posts and favorite recipes of the past decade, in honor of
Original post made by Laura Stec on Jul. 25, 2023Last comment by Anthony , on Aug 8, 2023 at 9:30 pm | 4 comments | 5308 Views
THE FOOD PARTY!
Leftover LoveI love leftovers. You know, sloppy seconds. Stop - I'm back talking food. While some eaters have a strong aversion to eating day one food on day two, I welcome...
Original post made by Laura Stec on Mar. 18, 2014Last comment by BroIL, on Mar 20, 2014 at 8:21 am | 4 comments | 101689 Views
THE FOOD PARTY!
Boo Home AloneLacking any group spooky, it’s turned out to be Halloween Monday at home. Alone. No matter…time to blacken my ghoul-friend eyes, take out the...
Original post made by Laura Stec on Oct. 31, 2016Last comment by Lauralies, on Nov 3, 2016 at 8:06 pm | 4 comments | 28283 Views
THE FOOD PARTY!
The Impossible BurgerThings have been aligning lately. The highly improbable seems closer than ever. For instance, it’s still impossible to taste the Impossible Burger on...
Original post made by Laura Stec on Nov. 2, 2016Last comment by Random Internet Guy, on Nov 4, 2016 at 9:06 am | 4 comments | 24369 Views
THE FOOD PARTY!
What’s Your State’s Favorite Halloween Candy?It’s Halloween and I like that because I like candy! I like the chewy, gooey candies that get stuck in my teeth, and crispy ones that crackle when I crunch....
Original post made by Laura Stec on Oct. 30, 2017Last comment by Compare your Kit-Kats, on Nov 3, 2017 at 9:50 am | 4 comments | 16764 Views
THE FOOD PARTY!
Frozen Grapes?The dog days of summer are headed our way, with hot days and long nights. If it gets a bit too toasty for you, here’s a summer snack everyone loves –...
Original post made by Laura Stec on Jul. 31, 2019Last comment by Laura Stec, on Aug 5, 2019 at 7:24 pm | 4 comments | 12595 Views
THE FOOD PARTY!
Secretary of PlateDon’t complain - organize. Always a good reminder, especially with our little transition going on. Hey, I’ll give anyone a shot, but do got a bad...
Original post made by Laura Stec on Nov. 30, 2016Last comment by annagrey, on Dec 7, 2016 at 2:53 pm | 4 comments | 25281 Views
THE FOOD PARTY!
More Places to Eat and Drink in the SunLast year, we did a popular blog, Places to Eat and Drink in...
Original post made by Laura Stec on Jun. 9, 2017Last comment by Charlene Margot, on Jun 15, 2017 at 6:23 pm | 4 comments | 18270 Views
THE FOOD PARTY!
Summer Reading Meets Cooking Class at Local LibrariesThis summer is filled with FREE cooking classes at your local libraries! Join us for two different series: 1) Food Classics + One - Exploration of a Sauce 2)...
Original post made by Laura Stec on Jun. 19, 2016Last comment by Laura Stec, on Jun 21, 2016 at 12:26 pm | 4 comments | 29139 Views
THE FOOD PARTY!
Risky RadishI'm planning a party for Joanne: she's an adventurous type. "Creative appetizers," she wants, something different. How about daikon radish? It's that long, white,...
Original post made by Laura Stec on Sep. 10, 2015Last comment by Laura Stec, on Sep 14, 2015 at 3:44 pm | 4 comments | 24510 Views
THE FOOD PARTY!
Best for Homebrew: Bay Area Hetch Hetchy Water Is a Winner!Have you checked out newly opened
Original post made by Laura Stec on Nov. 7, 2023Last comment by Patricia Becker, on Nov 8, 2023 at 8:51 am | 3 comments | 5236 Views
THE FOOD PARTY!
Grilled Smoked Prosciutto-Wrapped YumI don't know about you, but I'm still waiting for the good asparagus to start coming in. So far it hasn't been that great, but I admit I've been stuck buying in...
Original post made by Laura Stec on May. 29, 2015Last comment by NW Resident, on Jun 2, 2015 at 9:28 am | 3 comments | 28005 Views
THE FOOD PARTY!
Travelin’ Solo: Elk and Mendocino County (part 2)Welcome back to Travelin’ Solo – Elk and Mendocino County (part 2).
Original post made by Laura Stec on Mar. 14, 2023Last comment by Laura Stec, on Mar 20, 2023 at 9:10 pm | 3 comments | 6051 Views
THE FOOD PARTY!
Scratch-Cooking Returning to Palo Alto SchoolsAnyone out there remember the cafeteria ladies making school lunch? Readers over 50 years (maybe even 40?) might recall this daily ritual with long-lost nostalgia....
Original post made by Laura Stec on Sep. 15, 2022Last comment by MyFeelz, on Sep 22, 2022 at 2:35 pm | 3 comments | 8219 Views
THE FOOD PARTY!
Greens, Red Cabbage, Five Seed, Avocado Salad with Lemon Flax DressingI threw together the best salad tonight with just what I had around and yum - filling and sensorially satisfying on so many levels. Red cabbage is a forgotten...
Original post made by Laura Stec on Jun. 25, 2018Last comment by CrescentParkAnon., on Jul 2, 2018 at 4:54 pm | 3 comments | 14507 Views
THE FOOD PARTY!
Traveling Solo - Bakersfield - Salton SeaThe desert is an inspiring, yet unforgiving place. Enter with awareness and respect. Thank you to all Food Partiers! who waxed poetic about Deserts beauty and...
Original post made by Laura Stec on Mar. 31, 2022Last comment by Kathy Hughes, on May 4, 2022 at 9:01 am | 3 comments | 12528 Views
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