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Up, Up & Away! My beautiful Balloon!

22 Sep

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Ready for a once in a lifetime exhilaration? You have GOT to do this! For a special birthday or anniversary, or if you are just in the San Diego or Los Angeles area, this experience was unsurpassed. My sister Wanda was having her 40th birthday and so I surprised her with a Temecula California sunrise hot air balloon ride!

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Beyond exhilarating. First of all we felt very safe as our pilot has many many years of experience. Secondly we were so sweetly surprised with the champagne, coffee, juice, fruit and sweet pastry breakfast. It really was so exciting that we needed a power nap afterwards!

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“Floating over the terrain of Temecula’s wine country while enjoying the splendor of a mountain sunrise and sipping local champagne…Flights last from 50 minutes to one hour and 15 minutes.”

California Dreamin’
33133 Vista Del Monte Dr.
Temecula, CA. 92591
(800) 373-3359
http://www.californiadreamin.com
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Oh Black Betty BAM buh LAM! 2.0

20 Sep

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You will LOVE the texture of these brownies. I have tinkered with this recipe and I really love this. See my additions in parenthesis.

Makes 9 squares

Ingredients:
15oz can black beans, drained and rinsed
2 bananas (or 1 c unsweetened applesauce) see http://budurl.com/q553? for full substitution lists
1/3 cup agave nectar (or 1/3 c other sweetener, I used a sucralose (Splenda) product and about 1/8 tsp of stevia powder)
1/4 cup cocoa (I used a combo of milk and dark cocoa powders)
1 tbsp ground cinnamon (I used only 1/8 tsp)
1 tsp vanilla extract
a few drops mint extract *optional (I omitted this but added a small handful of almonds, 1/4 c coconut flakes and 1/8 tsp coconut flavoring)
1/4 cup raw sugar **optional (I omitted this Oh ya I added heaping 1 Tbsp espresso powder to make the chocolate POP)
1/4 cup quick/instant oats (I used 1/4 plus 1/8 c of my own freshly ground oats & added 1/4 c egg white product too)
chocolate chips *optional (I used about 1/2 cup milk or semi-sweet chocolate chips, sprinkled on bottom of sprayed pan)
chopped walnuts *optional (I omitted this)

** if your bananas are really ripe (browning) you probably won’t need the extra sugar; I suggest making the batter without it, then taste testing it to see if you need to add more sugar.

[my first batch I tried really over-ripe bananas and opted to not use them the second time, I thought the banana flavor was too overpowering and opted to use the applesauce instead, I'm pleased with this]

Directions:
1. Preheat 350F
2. Combine all ingredients, except oats, in a food processor or blender
3. Blend until smooth, scrapping sides as needed
4. Stir in the oats
5. Pour into a greased 8×8 in pan (I have used olive oil spray and it turns out fine if you choose this option)
6. Bake approx 30 minutes, toothpick test
7. Allow to completely cool before slicing
** if you find these brownies are too soft or too fudge-y, add another 1/4 cup oats or flour

Nutritional Info:
(without optional ingredients)
each: 85 calories, 1g fat, 16g carbs, 4g protein


 
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Posted in Breakfast, Cakes, Diabetic, Dinner, Lunch, Misc, Sweets, Vegan, Veggies

 

Butterscotch Pudding – modified

20 Sep

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Butterscotch Pudding – Modified
4-6 servings

Adapted again by Myra Cook (icobb.com) I like to refer to the Happy Herbivore @happyherbivore lady for my substitutions. Here is a short link http://budurl.com/q553

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4 tablespoons (60g) butter, salted or unsalted (I substituted for equal amounts of applesauce smashed canned or cooked light beans or pumpkin)

1 cup (200g) packed dark brown or cassonade sugar

I substituted for 1 c Sucralose, Splenda or Sugar Twin makes a sugar free brown sugar. Refer to http://budurl.com/q553 for other variations

3/4 teaspoon coarse sea salt (I modified down to about 1/3-1/4 of that amount)

3 tablespoons cornstarch

2 1/2 (625ml) cups whole milk (I used about 3/4c whole milk and the rest water)

2 large eggs (I used egg whites)

2 teaspoons whiskey (or other flavoring)

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1. Melt the butter in a medium-sized saucepan. Add the dark brown sugar and salt, then stir until the sugar is well-moistened. Remove from heat.

2. In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch with about 1/4 cup (60ml) of the milk until smooth (there should be no visible pills of cornstarch), then whisk in the eggs.

3. Gradually pour the remaining milk into the melted brown sugar, whisking constantly, then whisk in the cornstarch mixture as well.

4. Return the pan to the heat and bring the mixture to a boil, whisking frequently. Once it begins to bubble, reduce the heat to a low simmer and continue to cook for one minute, whisking non-stop, until the pudding thickens to the consistency of hot fudge sauce.

5. Remove from heat and stir in the whiskey and vanilla. If slightly-curdled looking, blend as indicated above.

6. Pour into 4-6 serving glasses or custard cups and chill thoroughly, at least four hours, before serving.

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$5 meals Hooray!

20 Sep

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I love Blimpie because you can eat healthy, inexpensively and there is something that everyone likes there. Don’t forget they are having some awesome $5.00 meal specials right now. Visiting a neighborhood Blimpie is always a special treat. It’s just the right combination of high quality food served in a fun, friendly atmosphere. Step up to the counter and see what’s new. Check out their extensive menu, with new items and a wide variety of choices to satisfy any craving. Eat in, or bring Blimpie back to your home or office. Either way, you’ll get the same personal treatment and a delicious, healthy meal.

Mon-Fri:
10:00am-8:00pm
Sat-Sun:
11:00am-6:00pm

Blimpie
30 S. Park Square
Marietta, GA
770-421-2447

http://www.blimpie.com

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Posted in Breakfast, Dinner, Drink, Grinders, Lunch, Meat, Misc, Vegan, Veggies

 

Vegemite Jam?

17 Sep

aus store_right_smAustralian Bakery in Georgia? It’s true. I’m told that they are the only bakery that has authentic Aussie meat pie on the East Coast and that Aussies arrange their travel so that they pass through Marietta. Their best sellers are Aussie Meat Pie, Sausage Roll, Lamingtons, Party Pies and Aussie Steak and Cheese, coffee, desserts and a whole mess of breakfast and lunch fare. They also take orders and ship UPS! Food is yummy and generally good for you, and is reasonable and very unique. If your jonesin’ for a Vegemite sandwich they have those too. I wasn’t so brave. If you are in the mood for something different give them a try for sure. Every Tuesday night they have BLUEGRASS JAM (not the preserves but the music) from 7-9. G’day Mate. Sorry, had to say it.

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http://www.australianbakerycafe.com

48 South Park Square, Marietta, GA 30060
(678) 797-6222
Mon-Fri 7am-5:30pm, Sat-Sun 8am-4pm
Breakfast & Lunch. Australian style menu and bakery items.

 
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Sugar Cakes Galore!

12 Sep

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When only the best will do and graduating from the ice cream cakes we delve into the genre and era of the professional cake decorator and artisans when only the best will do. Specializing in retail and wholesale Sugar Cakes Patisserie also serves breakfast and lunch so for a special treat when visiting the Marietta Square in Marietta Georgia make sure to stop by and experience the renowned chef Ted Arpon. Nothing beats the service and special touches you get when you support a local small business owner who takes pride in their work and art.

“Sugar Cakes Patisserie is owned and operated by Ted Arpon. He is a graduate of the French Pastry School in Chicago and a student of the renowned Chef Jacquy Pfiffer. Over the years, Ted has developed a strong foundation in French Baking and Pastries. You may have experienced his expertise at a 5 Star Hotel in Buckhead, Atlanta – where prior to Sugar Cakes he delighted many with elegant French pastries, desserts and cakes. Ted is also a devoted family man. Ted’s wife – Judy, provides the front of the Patisserie with a feminine touch and level of service that only a family business could offer.” http://www.sugarcakespatisserie.com 770-218-9994

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Posted in Breakfast, Cakes, Entertainment, Sweets, Wedding Cakes

 

One Classy Irish Pub

08 Sep

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Bangers and Mash

Hey for a neighborhood Irish Pub, this place nails it. But only classier. Hey wait a minute, that is exactly what their logo says! “Keegan’s Public House ” “Your neighborhood Irish Pub”. Did I mention the cute red headed waitress named Erin? For real. Featuring FOUR large flat-screen TVs this place is no lightweight with the sports. I found myself translated to Ireland when I took my first bite of Banger. Mon-Thur 1/2 priced Appetizers and Sun-Thur every night has drink and food specials that are wallet and happy friendly. They have trivia, bingo, you name it. Loaded with lots on tap, they also have live music Wed-Sat. The Bangers and Mash rock unbelievably, they have the Award Winning “Irish” Spring Rolls and strangely enough anything with their blue cheese is downright earthy. Next: I’ve GOT to try their Eggs Benedict. They have a strong brunch menu and try their Death by Chocolate Mousse Cake. Did I mention the cute red headed waitress named Erin? See for yourself! Click here for the video: One Classy Irish Pub \”Keegan\’s Irish Pub\”

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http://www.keeganspublichouse.com

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Hilarious! Bacon Pinata Anyone?

08 Sep

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What in the world? This is too phunny. You’ve GOT to see the whole story here.

 
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FREE chikin on Monday Sept 7th at Chick-Fil-A

06 Sep

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Labor Day Only, Sept 7th, 2009 EAT MOR CHIKIN! Just wear your sports team Logo to Chick-Fil-A from 10:30 am to close and get a FREE Original Chick-Fil-A- Chicken Sandwich. No joke. CLICK HERE FOR RESTAURANT LOCATOR.

 
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Posted in Breakfast, Dinner, Drink, Entertainment, Meat, Shakes & Smoothies

 

OK so what is up with a skinny Alton Brown?

06 Sep

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Oh NO! You just can’t be a Food Network star AND be skinny at the same time (unless you are the uberhealthy Robin Miller). What happened? Is he sick? No he doesn’t LOOK sick.

Did you go on a fast, Alton with your church? Did Slim-Fast hire you? Or Jenny Craig? Or Weight Watchers? What happened? I just can’t think that wanting to be a lean mean fightin’ machine for a brand new season of Iron Chef would do it. What is going on? Did Susie Fogelson or Bob Tuschman give you an ultimatum?

OR Is he trying to show to the public that we can be lean in these lean economic times? Anyways ya’ll whatever the reason….PLEASE support Alton Brown in all his books so he can EAT please! Buy some books from Amazon, quick! Before Alton disappears!

Alton! Eat some of your own Christmas recipe of Paradise Macaroons Quick! Or at least some wax paper! Pah-lease!

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OH! I found out that @geokaren says in her GeoFooding blog that “he had lost 45 pounds in 5 months eating a low carb, high protein, high fat diet. That fat being Omega-3s obtained mostly through eating oily fish. At this point of course, he had to hold up the little buggers, inches from the camera and added a little ventriloquism just for fun.”

But Just ONE question @geokaren: What in the heck is a geospacial geek?

 
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