Story of Stormcloud
So, while doing some geekery clean up this weekend, I was reading over some of my old work. There was cringing, there was wincing, and there were flashbacks. And the affirmation all over again of how Stormcloud was poetic diary for me. My adolescent angsty no one understands journal that survived over the years [which is a feat itself given that I'm a perfectionist.] So I was contemplating writing the stories behind some pieces, even pieces that are requested. I've kind started it with Three Dirty Words. So in a day or so, I'll post ...
It’s all about that lil pop of Shazam
For those that know me and those that have gotten to know me, you know that I'm my own person, a unique and pretty lil butterfly as it were. Even if you disagree about the pretty butterfly, go with me on this (and stay after, so we can have a 'talk'). I often describe myself as a tomboy and a geek. When I'm initiating the New about who I am and give that description, some people don't believe me. At one point, it was about being geeky. Now it's leaning more towards not buying ...
Honor
It was October 31st 2008. After putting in a half day at work, I was in my car, headed towards my hometown. I'd be there in about four and half hours, depending on traffic and how heavy my foot was on the accelerator. Long time readers are aware that I observe Dia de los Muertos. When I learned about this way back in high school it resonated with me. I think it was in part because of my own heritage and how we view life, death and dealing when someone that matters to us passes. Anyone that's born witness to an ...
Spanish f00die
I realize this is overdue, but there's this thing called time and it's elusive. However, better late than never and it's in my blood to have so little willpower to resist the temptation to taunt en masse when it presents itself. Therefore I shall now taunt you with all the numminess I had while in Spain this past February. From Southern Spain, I bring you..the f00die blog post. You haven't had good bread until you have some that needs nothing..nothing on it. I'm talking no butter, no olive oil to dip it in should you feel so moved, no ...
Travel g33k Chic
While going through airport security, the lady operating the machine flags my carry on. It had been smooth sailing up to that point. I check-in online, I got my stickers for my bags at the front and through TSA screening and off I was to my gate. Until my bag doesn't come out the other end of the machine and I look at the operator scrutinizing the items in there. She doesn't know what she's seeing and I'm standing there thinking [in my near bare feet] was I supposed to take all my electronic gadgetry out ...
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Hot Pot: Chowder Style
The Story I got a new ‘toy’ in the kitchen to play with. A tasty broth base to be exact. In thinking about ‘what else would be good in here’ I also was wondering what I could do with some clam meat I had. While taking inventory in my freezer I saw I had a few nice large scallops. In the next moments I was thinking I... [Read more of this entry]
Hot Pot
The Story I’m a soup person. In the cooler months I usually make a pot of soup every week. I’m certain my Scottish roots play into that, mostly my upbringing. A well made soup is just hearty and hits the spot. I lean towards chowders and creamy soups, however, my being diabetic [but not], put a lot of favorites on the Thou Shall... [Read more of this entry]
My Gran’s Shortbread
The Story A few months ago, Trex and I orchestrated a Bit o’ Britain dinner. In the weeks prior to it, I spent a weekend learning how to make some of the treats Trex grew up eating. On the docket as it were, were wee jammy tarts, fairy cakes, a Victoria Sponge and a Trifle. In the process I learned how to make Shortbread, the way my Gran... [Read more of this entry]
Strawberry Shortcake 1UPed: Strawberry Charlotte
The Story Every month a group of us get together for dinner. We dubbed it the Supper Club. We go to a person’s house, they prepare dinner and the rest of the group brings whatever that month’s hostess tells them too. The first round’s been basically specialty dishes a person is known for, which usually entails the group bringing... [Read more of this entry]
Not Your Gran’s Meatballs: Turkey Meatballs with Goat cheese and Spinach
The Story So this concoction came to be when Trex told me of a different take on a turkey burger she’d come across that comprised of ground turkey, chopped spinach and either Feta or Goat cheese. The thing I’ve found with turkey meat is if you don’t season/flavor it enough, you’re just eating this bland hunk of meat. When... [Read more of this entry]
Italian Wedding/Cream Cake
I’m not a big cake lover. It’s the inch plus thick layer of frosting that ensured I wouldn’t be a cake lover of any proportion. On my 23rd birthday, my mom travels to Charleston; her gift to me was one of our girlie days over the weekend. She brought with her a cake from the local bakery, Baker’s Sweets. This is an Italian... [Read more of this entry]
From the Kitchen: Tortas de Aciete
If any of you can recall, I had a f00die blast when I was in Spain some years ago. There were a good number of things I tried and tasted that I liked and I didn’t even know what they were. Part of this was the pastries put out during breakfast. Apart from the croissants they had [that were, I swear 9 parts butter], they had Spanish pastries.... [Read more of this entry]
From the Kitchen: Churros
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From my kitchen, I bring you Lemon Scones with a Lemon Glaze. Following those in the days to come: Tortas de Aciete, and Churros. I was in the mood to make Lemon Scones, but I didn’t really want to take the time to make them from scratch. Instead, I took the Hogan’s Irish Scone Mix we had in the pantry and lemon’ed it up: The mix... [Read more of this entry]
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