Category Archives: Food

The Oscar Mayer Weinermobile and a Woman from Los Angeles

As I looked out of the ninth floor window I could not believe my eyes…no really!  There it was, making a turn out of the parking lot, The Oscar Mayer Wienermobile!  Wow, I didn’t even know they still existed. As … Continue reading

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John’s Grocery, Iowa City, Iowa

I have been visiting Iowa City for 4 years now and I have made it my personal mission to visit all of the “institutions” associated with the area.  No, not just the many universities here, but the one of a … Continue reading

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Malibu, Carnival Rides and a non-existent Chili Cook-off

Malibu and carnival rides.  Not a thought that goes together, yet what a beautiful setting for the vintage carni rides and the smell of deep fried food. It was a last-minute thought for us…a way to celebrate the last big … Continue reading

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First Friday on Westchester’s 87th Street

This Friday, September 2, 2011: First Friday and Gourmet Food Trucks on Westchester’s 87th Street. Family Friendly, Fun, Music and lots of Food! Don’t Forget to check out all the merchants who will be staying open especially for this event. … Continue reading

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First Friday in Westchester, it just keeps getting better.

This was my fourth First Friday in Westchester and they just keep getting better. Not only are the food trucks good, the event itself is evolving.  At first it was the same trucks every time, a street active with cars … Continue reading

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Summer, Studio Daedre and the Farmers Market

I love to eat and I love to draw. I am inspired by the Farmers Market to capture the beauty of food as seen by my eye and use this art for some of Studio Daedre’s best new products. Continue reading

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The Farmers Market & The National Stationery Show…are they so different?

My Sunday morning routine…after an incredibly strong cup of espresso with that wonderful foam on top, is a walk up to the local farmers market.  Yes, I admit it…I am a foodie and a food snob.  I am drawn to … Continue reading

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Pesce Pasta Trattoria, New York: Amazing Food in the Village

Need a good place to eat dinner in New York after The Stationery or Gift Show…do you need a really fresh tasting meal and a restaurant off the tourist track…you need to go to Pesche Pasta. We have been going … Continue reading

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Strawberries in Somis, California…the best you have ever eaten!

Spring in California…warm breezes, yellow daisies blooming on the hills by the ocean and yes, fresh local strawberries. I have been coming to Las Posas Berries for longer than I care to think about…it is kind of like the swallows returning to Capistrano…every year in March I start thinking about the best strawberries money can buy…and they are here at Las Posas Berries. Continue reading

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First Friday on Westchester’s 87th Street

Don’t forget Food Trucks on 87th Street in Westchester. Food, fun and Canterbury Art Shoppe…what a great way to spend the First Friday of March.

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