One of the first images to enter my brain last Sunday morning came to me courtesy of an email from Living Social. They were offering a deal for Yanni's Too, a place known for its fried calamari, and the picture accompanying the sales pitch became my obsession and inspiration for the day. Crispy looking golden … Continue reading Sunday dinner out in the DelSo
Category: Delaware Avenue
A pass and a fail
I had my car inspected this week. It passed without any issues. I was a couple of weeks late on taking care of things, but my reasons were understandable. At least that's what I hoped the police officer would think should I have been pulled over. I initially delayed the process because I wanted to … Continue reading A pass and a fail
Schooled in cheese.
Over the years, I've learned a lot about cheese. My earliest cheese memories center around my regular lunch order - Muenster on white with mayo. Simple, a bit tangy and the perfect balance to my other standard sandwich option, liverwurst. What can I say? I was raised by a German mother. As I aged, I … Continue reading Schooled in cheese.
14 for 2014
It’s a new year and we in Albany have a new mayor. I’ve been thinking about some changes which I would welcome in 2014 and here’s what I’ve come up with… 1. It would be awesome if Albany drivers would recognize that a yellow light means slow down, not speed up. Maybe we could collectively … Continue reading 14 for 2014
Metaphors for life and random confessions
aka - thoughts from a run The sidewalks were slick tonight with ice and nuisance snow. Not quite enough to shovel, but too much to ignore. Life can be a slippery path at times, but like the ice, it was just a caution - not a discouragement. Forge ahead. It's the right direction. I love … Continue reading Metaphors for life and random confessions
Putting my money where my mouth is
I spent a little time Sunday afternoon at an event at Mingle. It was a fundraiser for Kathy Sheehan's campaign for mayor and there were familiar faces present as well as some local food items from our DelSo peeps, All Good Bakers, The Cheese Traveler, Tilldale Farms and, of course, Mingle. I have no personal … Continue reading Putting my money where my mouth is
12 Days of Christmas – Dining Delso
The 9th day of Christmas would be the ideal time to visit the big sister on the block - Nicole's Restaurant. This family run spot is most definitely an established business in the DelSo, really, it's practically an institution. Established in 1986 (!), Nicole's has long been a consistently great spot for a romantic dinner … Continue reading 12 Days of Christmas – Dining Delso
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