image from massachusetts-mapsite.comEarlier in the summer, I mentioned we were planning a weekend in Boston to celebrate our anniversary, as well as meet the new baby of some dear friends. I solicited advice about what to do and see and thought it was only polite to let you all know how things went. I have … Continue reading Boston Recap
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The Good, the Bad and the Ugly
image from Hollywood.comAre you familiar with this classic Clint Eastwood movie? It seems like I grew up watching it, along with a Fistful of Dollars and Hang Em High, of course What can I say? We liked spaghetti Westerns at my house and Clint could rock a poncho like no one else - except my … Continue reading The Good, the Bad and the Ugly
Epic Dinner at Restaurant Menton
I'm just emerging from the food and wine induced coma I have been in since departing Menton Restaurant last night (this morning?) at 1:15 a.m. and wanted to share the experience before a single detail becomes lost. Things definitely got a little fuzzy towards the end of our meal, but I did my best to … Continue reading Epic Dinner at Restaurant Menton
Three Little Words
What more could you want?There's something about a Bacon, Lettuce and Tomato Sandwich...the way the clearly identified ingredients come together in a harmony of flavors that more than multiplies those three simple items into a symphony of taste. The possible variations on these specified ingredients are seemingly limited only by imagination. Have you seen … Continue reading Three Little Words
Madison-Bouckville Outdoor Antique Fair
image from bouckvilleantiqueshows.comIt's not like I need an excuse to hit the road, but the proximity of this antique fair to my brother's house provided an easy opening, or out, as the case may be. I do not consider myself an antique-y sort of girl, but I was positively awestruck by this place and the … Continue reading Madison-Bouckville Outdoor Antique Fair
Country Eggs Benedict at the Old Tymes Cafe
Just off of Route 20, east of SyracuseHello, heart attackThere's this little joint, just southeast of my brother's place outside of Syracuse, that is the real deal. Cash only, lots of regulars, good coffee, and hearty food served fast and hot - the perfect place for a breakfast or lunch when we're taking the "slow" … Continue reading Country Eggs Benedict at the Old Tymes Cafe
Le Canard Enchaine – Kingston
Long lasting friendship can often be a testament to finding a middle ground. When friends live 2 hours from one another, finding a middle ground takes on an entirely new, literal meaning. With my oldest girlfriends living in Orange County, and me here in Albany, we have many years experience meeting in the middle. After … Continue reading Le Canard Enchaine – Kingston
