The Great American Menu
I thought this was interesting. What’s your home state and its signature food? Find out here:http://deadspin.com/the-great-american-menu-foods-of-the-states-ranked-an-1349137024/@Jessica
Tag: Culture
Hurricane Ridge
It was rainy on my last day in Washington last week and I found myself in Olympic National Park, Hurricane Ridge to be specific. I didn’t mind at all that our view was obstructed. When you are at your final destination on a trip, one …
Port Angeles By Night
The next destination on our Washington itinerary was Olympic National Park, waaaay north just across the bay from Vancouver, Canada. Did I mention I have never been to Canada before? Or seen it, despite living in Northern Wisconsin for 4 years of my life.
My dad assured me it was a good 30 miles away and that I wouldn’t be able to see much. He was much more impressed by the giant ferry boat propellers-turned-art installation. And so, rolling into Port Angeles right at 5 when it was too late to do anything else, we got ourselves settled in and made the most of our time by taking a night stroll around town.
Blown glass sea creatures and sidewalk sculptures.
Ferry boats and boardwalks.
Locals …
… cuisine …
… and a beautiful town.
The Ark of Taste
A few months ago, Inside Sonoma published this article on rare local foods. Sonoma County has four of the 200 regional foods recognized on the Slow Food Movement’s “Ark of Taste” list of foods under threat. Photo by Ariane, Inside Sonoma Our specialties include: dry …
Highlights from the Met
It’s been a busy couple weeks moving. I’m still coming up for air, so let me take this time to reflect on a day trip in New York I haven’t shared with you yet. A jam-packed afternoon leaves us with art for days! (And that …
It’s Our Right to Know!
Busy weekend getting those garden beds started? Well, before you plant all those tomatoes, check out the Label GMO’s site. They even print the reminder on seed packets.
Pretty scary to think of how many innocent little seeds are genetically modified! We can change it, or at least make people even more aware of their food choices.
Happy planting!
And here’s the link to Rare Seeds for all your heirloom needs.
Mason Jar Chandelier
Walking around downtown Petaluma last weekend, I glimpsed in this antique store window and nearly kept on walking. Then, upon closer look … I saw a mason jar chandelier and my heart nearly stopped. And not only with mason jars, but blue mason jars! I …
An Afternoon at the Opera
When living in New York and constantly surrounded by people, I believe it’s especially crucial to carve out time to do things reserved just for you. It might be going to a museum once a month or spending time in the morning doing a crossword …