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THE FOOD PARTY!
The Global Warming DietThe most important thing I learned in culinary school had to do with energy. How to cut an onion, how to keep my knife sharp, and why water should be kept as far...
Original post made by Laura Stec on Apr. 22, 2014Last comment by Lactose Intolerant, on Apr 22, 2014 at 1:37 pm | 2 comments | 26081 Views
THE FOOD PARTY!
Chocolate + Tahini Ice Box PieI've been Food Partying! with tahini lately, that peanut butter-like food made of sesame seeds, and most often used to make hummus. So when this recipe crossed...
Original post made by Laura Stec on Jul. 18, 2017Last comment by RH, on Aug 3, 2017 at 1:19 am | 2 comments | 18126 Views
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Dry January – Join Us!Well Food Partiers!, there comes a time every so often when the best celebration is one of quiet contemplation. Welcome to January my dear. For a lot of us,...
Original post made by Laura Stec on Jan. 2, 2021Last comment by Have been on Dry January for Years, on Jan 7, 2021 at 8:13 pm | 2 comments | 11483 Views
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Wines ConstantlyA real man is woman's best friend. He doesn't let her down. Comforts her after a bad day. Inspires her to do things she never thought she could. Enables her to express...
Original post made by Laura Stec on Apr. 29, 2014Last comment by Laura Stec, on Apr 30, 2014 at 5:01 pm | 2 comments | 26540 Views
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Who Likes to Zin?So The Food Party! has been out for a couple weeks causing trouble around town. Actually, I haven’t posted lately because it’s taking me way too long...
Original post made by Laura Stec on Feb. 7, 2017Last comment by Laura Stec, on Feb 9, 2017 at 8:15 pm | 2 comments | 38637 Views
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San Bruno Wins Food Trend Craze with First Plant-Based Gas MartWe interrupt our regularly scheduled program to bring you something super fun from the hood.
Original post made by Laura Stec on Sep. 24, 2022Last comment by Mike Taylor, on Sep 25, 2022 at 9:37 am | 2 comments | 11220 Views
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Happy Valentines – Let’s Be FriendsA changing relationship recently sent me that ol' classic line.... Let's be friends. My first thought was ==I Friends? Huh, ok then..... your move....
Original post made by Laura Stec on Feb. 13, 2017Last comment by Lauralies, on Feb 14, 2017 at 7:28 am | 2 comments | 38975 Views
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Watch Out Jack! Snack Attack! is also Back.Jack Bauer isn't the only one back on the scene (though we are relieved to see him)?. Snack Attack! is also back, fighting...
Original post made by Laura Stec on May. 6, 2014Last comment by Laura Stec, on May 7, 2014 at 7:02 am | 2 comments | 29437 Views
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The Big Four – Part 2
"Is it haunted?"
I ask the bartender as J and I take seats at the bar of The Big Four.
Straight off...
Original post made by Laura Stec on Oct. 23, 2015Last comment by Laura Stec, on Oct 26, 2015 at 12:55 pm | 2 comments | 24196 Views
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Alcohol – Upper or Downer?Hey Dry January – who’s still with us? The Dry January Joker support group took a leave of absence last week, toasting to the new administration....
Original post made by Laura Stec on Jan. 26, 2021Last comment by Laura Stec, on Feb 3, 2021 at 7:20 am | 2 comments | 18363 Views
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Farmers Market in Spring: Risotto with Roasted Artichoke, Fresh Pea and Homemade Goat Milk RicottaWelcome spring! Finally, the weather is changing, the sun is smiling, and our farmers markets are filling with produce of the new season. Here’s a recipe...
Original post made by Laura Stec on Apr. 24, 2023Last comment by Cale Jackson, on Apr 28, 2023 at 3:03 pm | 2 comments | 3727 Views
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Dehydrating for Backpacking and CampingInterested in food preservation? Master Food Preservers of San Mateo and San Francisco Counties sponsor a series of free classes every year, online and in...
Original post made by Laura Stec on May. 12, 2022Last comment by Laura Stec, on May 12, 2022 at 7:44 pm | 2 comments | 9231 Views
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And the Winner Is?..It's home to Michigan this week, celebrating the holiday with family. I elicited my mom to choose the name for our Fancy Food Show Joins The Food Party! Party....
Original post made by Laura Stec on Nov. 27, 2014Last comment by Laura Stec, on Dec 3, 2014 at 6:46 am | 2 comments | 27310 Views
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The Shape of (Hot) WaterI’ll tell you the shape of water, actually I’ll show you the shape of water after I tell you about the stupidest thing I’ve done in a while....
Original post made by Laura Stec on Mar. 4, 2018Last comment by CrescentParkAnon., on Mar 27, 2018 at 6:33 pm | 2 comments | 20456 Views
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The Saddle Room - A True Friend of KidsWe've had an ongoing homage at The Food Party! for some of our local high dives and community watering holes.
Original post made by Laura Stec on Jul. 23, 2015Last comment by Diane Olvera, on Jul 24, 2015 at 1:20 pm | 2 comments | 32212 Views
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Tahini is HOTTahini is hot. This cousin to peanut butter has a similar consistency, but because it’s made from seeds and not nuts, it's a perfect alternative for folks...
Original post made by Laura Stec on Feb. 9, 2019Last comment by sequoiadean, on Feb 15, 2019 at 8:35 am | 2 comments | 14693 Views
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How To: Chickens, Compost and Fall GardeningBackyard Chicken Basics Date: September 15, 2018 Time: 10:00-12:00pm Location: Lyngso Garden Materials, Inc. , 345 Shoreway Road, San Carlos,...
Original post made by Laura Stec on Aug. 31, 2018Last comment by Elle, on Oct 12, 2018 at 12:33 am | 2 comments | 17480 Views
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Future Chefs Competition ? JLS, Palo AltoClose your eyes and picture a room filled with your children and all of their friends, busily and happily cooking up delicious, healthy snacks for you and all...
Original post made by Laura Stec on Apr. 2, 2015Last comment by Ericlkelly, on Aug 16, 2016 at 4:17 am | 2 comments | 28000 Views
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Garden Zucchini Pancakes with Umami Tomato Meets Woodside ElementaryThe Food Party recently attended the Woodside Elementary School Garden Fest, an event celebrating harvest. We did a little cooking demo, showing off produce grown...
Original post made by Laura Stec on Oct. 19, 2016Last comment by karie, on Oct 24, 2016 at 8:50 am | 2 comments | 19565 Views
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The Food Party! 10 Year AnniversaryI've been attracted to food for good and bad reasons for many years. So began our journey back in...
Original post made by Laura Stec on Jul. 17, 2023Last comment by Laura Stec, on Jul 23, 2023 at 7:23 am | 2 comments | 4622 Views
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