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THE FOOD PARTY!
House of ChardsMust be hard to be chard. Chard just isn't getting much attention these days. I've started to feel sorry for it, always reaching over those smiley broad leaves...
Original post made by Laura Stec on Mar. 5, 2015Last comment by Laura Stec, on Mar 12, 2015 at 5:06 pm | 12 comments | 27557 Views
THE FOOD PARTY!
Eggs and Bacon Walk Into a BarEggs and Bacon walk into a bar. Eggs: "Bartender, we want a drink." Bartender: "Get outta here, I don't serve breakfast." Ok, my joke repertoire is smallish,...
Original post made by Laura Stec on Feb. 26, 2015Last comment by Laura Stec, on Mar 1, 2015 at 9:00 am | 6 comments | 30571 Views
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新年快乐!Gung hay fat chow? Ciao? Happy Lunar New Year! 2015 ? the Year of the Goat, an archetype symbolizing calmness, care-giving, intelligence, dependability (something...
Original post made by Laura Stec on Feb. 19, 2015Last comment by A Single Guy, on Feb 25, 2015 at 7:54 pm | 15 comments | 27587 Views
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Welcome Back Sugar AddictBoy, did I screw up a few nights ago. It was the end of a hard, good work week.
Original post made by Laura Stec on Jan. 29, 2015Last comment by Laura Stec, on Feb 5, 2015 at 1:05 pm | 8 comments | 31540 Views
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USA - United Stuffed of AmericaSo I watched the State of the Union on Tuesday. I watch it every year, and each time I do, it reminds me of a dinner party. The table looks lovely with pressed...
Original post made by Laura Stec on Jan. 22, 2015Last comment by Laura Stec, on Jan 22, 2015 at 6:44 pm | 2 comments | 26692 Views
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It's Chili, SillyWondering what to have for dinner tonight? Time to dust off the ol' recipe? it's chili, silly. Chili is January and February's cover girl dish, perfect for cold...
Original post made by Laura Stec on Jan. 15, 2015Last comment by Laura Stec, on Jan 18, 2015 at 8:56 am | 8 comments | 30816 Views
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Michio Kushi and One Peaceful WorldMacrobiotics?.....now that's a weird word. If you've studied it, the common question people ask is, "What does it actually mean?" I'm rethinking...
Original post made by Laura Stec on Jan. 8, 2015Last comment by Laura Stec, on Jan 14, 2015 at 7:59 pm | 7 comments | 35547 Views
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Here's Lookin' At You GorgeousIf you raised a glass in celebration of the holiday or New Year, think back. Did you actually look at the person whose glass you ching-chinged? Have you ever...
Original post made by Laura Stec on Jan. 1, 2015Last comment by Laura Stec, on Jan 8, 2015 at 7:54 am | 16 comments | 36688 Views
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There's Nothing Polite About This GameSo you've had your fill of shopping and wrapping, cooking and eating, and now all that's left is to sit around and argue with the family? Turn that holiday spirit...
Original post made by Laura Stec on Dec. 26, 2014Last comment by Laura Stec, on Jan 1, 2015 at 5:33 am | 9 comments | 31182 Views
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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 | 26131 Views
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Where DO The Elite Meet?Continuing our ongoing tribute to local High Dives, this week The Food Party!...
Original post made by Laura Stec on Dec. 11, 2014Last comment by pogo, on Dec 15, 2014 at 5:47 pm | 3 comments | 31660 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 | 28039 Views
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Fancy Fast and Fun!It's fancy food season you know. ☺ ☺ ☺ ☺ ☺ ☺ ☺ ☺ ☺ ☺ ☺ ☺ ☺ ☺ ☺ Holiday...
Original post made by Laura Stec on Nov. 21, 2014Last comment by Laura Stec, on Nov 22, 2014 at 7:20 am | 3 comments | 26109 Views
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reThink Farming ? Planet Enemy #1"If farming were invented today, it wouldn't be allowed. Food production has had more impact on the planet than any other human activity." So began
Original post made by Laura Stec on Nov. 14, 2014Last comment by CrescentParkAnon., on Nov 21, 2014 at 11:39 am | 18 comments | 31792 Views
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Superstar StirfryGarlic, ginger, turmeric, leafy greens, onion, cinnamon, green tea, burdock, broccoli, honey, umeboshi, mushrooms, miso, parsley, dried peppers, tomato: what do...
Original post made by Laura Stec on Nov. 6, 2014Last comment by RW, on Nov 6, 2014 at 2:20 pm | 1 comment | 27435 Views
THE FOOD PARTY!
Finger Food and a Blood Lite?Halloween is around the corner! This year you might consider dressing up your food, as well as yourself. There are lots of fun things you can do. Below are some...
Original post made by Laura Stec on Oct. 29, 2014There are no comments yet. 31639 Views
THE FOOD PARTY!
Best High Dives to Watch the GameTechnically, literally, figuratively?.what is a dive bar? I could google it, or just let ignorance be my waterloo.?. But who cares the negative definition?...
Original post made by Laura Stec on Oct. 23, 2014Last comment by Eva Dobrov, on Oct 28, 2014 at 10:41 am | 14 comments | 30038 Views
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Ode to Brussels SproutBrussels sprout, Brussels sprout, how do I love thee? Let me count the ways. I love thee for your crunch when I sauté you just slight. I love thee for your...
Original post made by Laura Stec on Oct. 16, 2014Last comment by Laura Stec, on Oct 21, 2014 at 9:38 pm | 20 comments | 30142 Views
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One Fish, Two Fish, Three Fish?More?Have you ever bought fish off Pillar Point Harbor in Half Moon Bay? I wanted to learn more about it after hearing marine biologist Nicole David discuss how to...
Original post made by Laura Stec on Oct. 9, 2014Last comment by Peter Carpenter, on Oct 11, 2014 at 11:40 am | 5 comments | 30631 Views
THE FOOD PARTY!
Men Are Good For Three ThingsMen are good for three things. I've been reminding friends and family of this for years and it's time to go public. You determine the lineup, but the list is solid. #1)...
Original post made by Laura Stec on Sep. 25, 2014Last comment by ScottB, on Oct 7, 2014 at 11:30 am | 47 comments | 31136 Views
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