Something Delicious - Page 74

TheMerryFairy · 01-16-2013, 09:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Sun

Ursy I love the idea of a Cafe & Gallery. I have always been really intentional about the art that is displayed in any space that I have worked in as well as in my home.

With the economy being what it is I have to get more and more creative about my work and I am actively looking for a location to open a small cafe. Having a commercial kitchen to cater out of will be useful as well. The big question is CA or AZ. There are ups and downs to both. Oddly however I have connections to two communities that do not seem to be experiencing a recession. Very strange but I am very fortunate to have that reality in my life given how bad the economy is in so many places.

I am the same way about art. It's so much more than "something to look at" . A friend of mine also wants to open a cafe but i am not sure if she has the plans set out. Good luck!

Sun · 01-16-2013, 09:30 PM

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That is such a beautiful story! I was more the type to just up and go. No reservations, no planning haha. *Sigh* It's been a good 7 years since I've done that kind of travelling around, at least for more than a weekend at a time (which is still quite enjoyable) . Maybe I will get back into it *smiles*

I have done that kind of a get up and go trip as well. Usually inspired by a Femme somewhere...lol.

For many years I would make sure to take at least a full week vacation every six months and if I could manage it, every 4 months. This was more manageble during the years that I have worked for myself. Since one week every year was usually dedicated to a volunteer project, and I have always worked my azz off doing what I do, this was my burnout control system. Not foolproof by any means. Trust me. I can still fry. Fast, especially if I am pulling insane hours at holiday season. But in any case, I learned to plan vacations in a different way for me. Sightseeing and such always wound up being about the food anyway, so I just got more intentional about it.

For anyone who has not been to Napa and Sonoma wine country, please put it on your list for the future. This is one of the best regions for foodies in America. Not to be missed.

TheMerryFairy · 01-16-2013, 09:33 PM

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Originally Posted by Sun

I have done that kind of a get up and go trip as well. Usually inspired by a Femme somewhere...lol.

For many years I would make sure to take at least a full week vacation every six months and if I could manage it, every 4 months. This was more manageble during the years that I have worked for myself. Since one week every year was usually dedicated to a volunteer project, and I have always worked my azz off doing what I do, this was my burnout control system. Not foolproof by any means. Trust me. I can still fry. Fast, especially if I am pulling insane hours at holiday season. But in any case, I learned to plan vacations in a different way for me. Sightseeing and such always wound up being about the food anyway, so I just got more intentional about it.

For anyone who has not been to Napa and Sonoma wine country, please put it on your list for the future. This is one of the best regions for foodies in America. Not to be missed.

There are several locations in America that are now on my list - for food, sightseeing and people. Normally my travels aren't based on anyones influence but that may change. I think I am trying to strike balance between intentional trip planning and free spirit wandering.

I backpacked for years all over Canada. Weeks, months, years at a time even. My biggest thing right now is to have a place to come back to. There are lots of ideas how I can manage to make it all work, thanks to a special friend or two.

Dante · 01-16-2013, 09:39 PM

Ursy, I honestly don't know what brand the mandoline is???
Corkey, thanks for the info. My Uncle is 98 and 1/2 years old! Does this mean that it is vintage? and well seasoned? Also he is leaving me one of those old metal potato mashers that belonged to his mother. I love stuff like that.

Ursy · 01-16-2013, 09:50 PM

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Originally Posted by Dante

Ursy, I honestly don't know what brand the mandoline is???
Corkey, thanks for the info. My Uncle is 98 and 1/2 years old! Does this mean that it is vintage? and well seasoned? Also he is leaving me one of those old metal potato mashers that belonged to his mother. I love stuff like that.

Whoa, 98 and 1/2 - vintage uncle!

I guess there is a good chance that you will have a vintage piece, and yes, it should be well seasoned too, assuming it has been used regularly.

If you look at the bottom of the skillet, the brand name and markings will often give you good clues as to its origin and age.

There are a number of good brands out there, besides Griswold and Wagner.

I love stuff like that too. Good for you Dante, you're so lucky

Corkey · 01-16-2013, 09:54 PM

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Originally Posted by Dante

Ursy, I honestly don't know what brand the mandoline is???
Corkey, thanks for the info. My Uncle is 98 and 1/2 years old! Does this mean that it is vintage? and well seasoned? Also he is leaving me one of those old metal potato mashers that belonged to his mother. I love stuff like that.

Hopefully it is yes, some folks use soap and water on their pans and it strips the pan and leaves it susceptible to rust.

. I love a good old pan.

little_ms_sunshyne · 01-16-2013, 10:19 PM

So, a month or so ago, I went to this amazing little local restaurant called Feast here and had:

French fries with caramelized milk powder dipped in a melted nutella red onion dip

Ummmmm....I crave this all the time!!!! I need to learn how to make this sauce! It is ridiculous!

That is all I wanted to share!

TheMerryFairy · 01-16-2013, 10:22 PM

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Originally Posted by little_ms_sunshyne

So, a month or so ago, I went to this amazing little local restaurant called Feast here and had:

French fries with caramelized milk powder dipped in a melted nutella red onion dip

Ummmmm....I crave this all the time!!!! I need to learn how to make this sauce! It is ridiculous!

That is all I wanted to share!

I need to go to this restaurant. Brilliant! I thought dessert poutine was crazy :P

Dante · 01-16-2013, 10:22 PM

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Originally Posted by Ursy

Whoa, 98 and 1/2 - vintage uncle!

I guess there is a good chance that you will have a vintage piece, and yes, it should be well seasoned too, assuming it has been used regularly.

If you look at the bottom of the skillet, the brand name and markings will often give you good clues as to its origin and age.

There are a number of good brands out there, besides Griswold and Wagner.

I love stuff like that too. Good for you Dante, you're so lucky

yes yes I love all those old things! I have one of those metal meat grinders too. it was my grandmother's.

little_ms_sunshyne · 01-16-2013, 10:23 PM

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I need to go to this restaurant. Brilliant! I thought dessert poutine was crazy :P

TheMerryFairy · 01-16-2013, 10:25 PM

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Originally Posted by little_ms_sunshyne

You made me drool! Do they deliver? LOL

Sun · 01-16-2013, 10:26 PM

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Originally Posted by little_ms_sunshyne

So, a month or so ago, I went to this amazing little local restaurant called Feast here and had:

French fries with caramelized milk powder dipped in a melted nutella red onion dip

Ummmmm....I crave this all the time!!!! I need to learn how to make this sauce! It is ridiculous!

That is all I wanted to share!

Nice to see you we have been looking for some sunshyne around here!

Wow that is a totally crazy dip. Let me do a little digging and see what I can find. Where the red onions detectable in the dip? In terms of texture. I have never heard of anything like that. Wild.

Sun · 01-16-2013, 10:27 PM

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Originally Posted by little_ms_sunshyne

Its a short flight to TX. I need to check this dish out. Wow.

little_ms_sunshyne · 01-16-2013, 10:36 PM

Their menu is amazing! The idea is you order several dishes and share. That night we had the Grilled Pear Salad, Sweet Corn Fritters (on jalapeno cream cheese), Mac n Cheese that had some kind of chorizo in it, the fries and nutella, and Chermoula Marinated Chicken. It was fantastic!

TheMerryFairy · 01-16-2013, 10:39 PM

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Originally Posted by little_ms_sunshyne

Their menu is amazing! The idea is you order several dishes and share. That night we had the Grilled Pear Salad, Sweet Corn Fritters (on jalapeno cream cheese), Mac n Cheese that had some kind of chorizo in it, the fries and nutella, and Chermoula Marinated Chicken. It was fantastic!

I want all of it! I am so happy to hear you had a wonderful dining experience there. Thanks for the mental note.

little_ms_sunshyne · 01-16-2013, 10:42 PM

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I want all of it! I am so happy to hear you had a wonderful dining experience there. Thanks for the mental note.

I am sorry....I had a serious foodie moment

lol

TheMerryFairy · 01-16-2013, 10:43 PM

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I am sorry....I had a serious foodie moment

lol

Don't be sorry! I can be a serious foodie

Sun · 01-16-2013, 10:43 PM

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Originally Posted by little_ms_sunshyne

Their menu is amazing! The idea is you order several dishes and share. That night we had the Grilled Pear Salad, Sweet Corn Fritters (on jalapeno cream cheese), Mac n Cheese that had some kind of chorizo in it, the fries and nutella, and Chermoula Marinated Chicken. It was fantastic!

OMG fabulous. Looks like the Nutella dip was smooth, That is what I was wondering. I bet they blended the onions into it. Fascinating.

Sun · 01-16-2013, 10:46 PM

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Originally Posted by little_ms_sunshyne

I am sorry....I had a serious foodie moment

lol

Dont be sorry that is what this thread is for!

I had such a foodie weekend and the site was offline and I have no idea how long it would take to recount the weekend food adventures.

It is exhausting just thinking about it.

Oh..and I have friends that are travelling and call me from NY, Japan..wherever to tell me what they are eating.

Foodie central here.

Bring it.

Sun · 01-16-2013, 10:58 PM

Are you all on Yelp? I find Yelp to be very cool and helpful when travelling.

Here is the listing for Feast, San Antonio.

Another link for one of my favorite sushi bars, RA Sushi in Scottsdale, AZ. amazing food, sexy lighting and interior, plus they play R&B music. Score.

This is my fav place for excellent Mexican food, Barrio Cafe

Check out the reviews of your favorite places.

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little_ms_sunshyne Senior Member How Do You Identify?: . Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: . Posts: 3,312 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 13,339 Thanked 12,241 Times in 2,541 Posts Rep Power: 21474854	So, a month or so ago, I went to this amazing little local restaurant called Feast here and had: French fries with caramelized milk powder dipped in a melted nutella red onion dip Ummmmm....I crave this all the time!!!! I need to learn how to make this sauce! It is ridiculous! That is all I wanted to share!

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little_ms_sunshyne Senior Member How Do You Identify?: . Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: . Posts: 3,312 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 13,339 Thanked 12,241 Times in 2,541 Posts Rep Power: 21474854	Their menu is amazing! The idea is you order several dishes and share. That night we had the Grilled Pear Salad, Sweet Corn Fritters (on jalapeno cream cheese), Mac n Cheese that had some kind of chorizo in it, the fries and nutella, and Chermoula Marinated Chicken. It was fantastic!