My Joan Holloway Harris ImpersonationLast night's annual Halloween Party, hosted by Matt Baumgartner and Chris Pratt, was the usual rollicking good time party goers have learned to expect. Costumes were mandatory and ran the gamut from super clever (loved the Scooby Doo Velma girl) to the trampy (there were way too many females there who … Continue reading Lakehouse Halloween Party
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Sunday Supper – Father’s Day Edition
Sunday - supper included, was all about Father's Day. From the indulgent sleep-in, followed by gently scrambled eggs with cherry tomatoes and a (non)healthy dollop of Rondele' cheese, to the solo 2+ hour bike ride, the day was all about Tom. We had a number of offers and options for the day, but ultimately elected … Continue reading Sunday Supper – Father’s Day Edition
Solstice Sipping
Last night, the official start of summer, was also supposed to be the inaugural event of Tom's birthday week celebration. The plan was to meet friends at the Wine Bar & Bistro on Lark Street, to enjoy their Pagan discount and share Tom's natal holiday with friends here in Albany, since we'll be out of … Continue reading Solstice Sipping
Father’s Day for Bastards
When I was a kid, Father's Day was sort of an awkward holiday. There was no male figure in my house to receive the crafts and projects created in elementary school, as gifts to honor Dad. I would try to explain to my teacher that I didn't have a father, but this was a long … Continue reading Father’s Day for Bastards
Memorial Day Party Food
I don't know how you cook, but for me it is a little like writing. I take an idea or thought and let it germinate... fester... ferment. I try to consider what I have available, who I am cooking for and what the occasion is. For this weekend's party, I also needed to prepare something … Continue reading Memorial Day Party Food
Memorial Day
Laying in bed this morning, I was thinking about Memorial Day and what it means, other than the official start of the summer season. I don't know many veterans - there are no family graves for me to place poppies and flags upon. While I deeply appreciate the tremendous sacrifices men and women have made … Continue reading Memorial Day
Mother’s Day ~ Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Is it just me, or does it seem that the purpose of Mother's Day is to make so much food available that you end the day looking at least 4 months pregnant? Sorry if I'm projecting, but I definitely have a food hangover today - and I wish had like 3 more hours of sleep. … Continue reading Mother’s Day ~ Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
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