Archive for May, 2009

Food.Fun.Stuff: Gin & Tonic
[ 0 ] May 6, 2009 |

Food.Fun.Stuff: Gin & Tonic

When’s the last time you’ve been to Glover Park?? No, have you ever been to Glover Park to hangout?? Well, tonight is your chance to take a trip over in the neighborhood. It’s going on @ Gin & Tonic starting @ 8 pm (*Now that’s a new one…when’s the last time there was something going […]

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Garlic Infused Mashed Potatoes
[ 0 ] May 6, 2009 |

Garlic Infused Mashed Potatoes

Garlic Infused Mashed Potatoes1 lb. Yukon Gold Potatoes1 tbsp. garlic (minced)1 tbsp. olive oil1/2 cup sour cream2 tbsp. butter1/8 tsp. salt1/8 tsp. black pepper1 tbsp. fresh chivesPeel and cut potatoes into even pieces; add to a pot full of boiling lightly salted water; reduce heat to a simmer until potatoes are cooked and softened about […]

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Drinks on Me: Screwdriver (Alcoholic)
[ 0 ] May 6, 2009 |

Drinks on Me: Screwdriver (Alcoholic)

Screwdriver2 parts vodkaOrange juiceSlice of an orange Crushed iceIn a glass, add the crushed ice; pour in the vodka and top with the orange juice; give a slight stir and garnish with orange. Serve.*Johnna’s tip: Sounds like your everyday vodka and OJ?? Yeah it is but like every other cocktail, it must have a name. […]

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Food.Fun.Stuff: Cinco de Mayo!
[ 0 ] May 5, 2009 |

Food.Fun.Stuff: Cinco de Mayo!

Cinco de Mayo. Ironically, Cinco de Mayo is not “an obligatory federal holiday” in Mexico, but rather a holiday that can be observed voluntarily. It is celebrated regionally, primarily in the state of Puebla. The holiday commemorates the Mexican army’s defeat of French forces at the Battle of Puebla on May 5, 1862, under the […]

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Quick and Easy Cinco de Mayo Salsa
[ 0 ] May 5, 2009 |

Quick and Easy Cinco de Mayo Salsa

Quick and Easy Cinco de Mayo Salsa 2 large tomatoes (chopped)1 can (4 oz.) black olives (drained and chopped)1 can (4 oz.) green chiles (drained and chopped)4 green onions (chopped)3 tbsp. vegetable oil1 1/2 tbsp. white vinegar1 tsp. garlic saltSalt (to taste)Pepper (to taste)Combine all ingredients in a serving bowl. Serve.*Johnna’s tip: Wondering where the […]

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