Thursday, February 27, 2014

Food Issues

This past weekend I went out to breakfast and ordered Eggs Benedict without the hollandaise sauce. The server looked at me like I was an idiot. Love the eggs, Canadian bacon & English muffins, but really dislike the thick, fattening, creamy sauce. Just what I like.

Made me think of other quirky food likes and dislikes I have.

French Onion Soup without the onions
Pecan Pie without the pecans
Any sort of tomato sauce without the actual tomatoes
Sun dried tomatoes but no regular tomatoes
Mandarin oranges but no other type of orange or OJ

Is that odd? Sure it is,  it it's what I like. But I dare you to be with me in public when I order the soup or the pie. You think the no hollandaise was bad...
:)


Sunday, February 16, 2014

Another Napa Experience

Yesterday I crashed the Valentine's weekend of my dear friends Vanessa & Rudy on their 2nd day of a Napa weekend. Living less than 45 minutes from the heart of Napa valley has it's privileges.

Our first visit was Groth- new to me. Great experience. Walked away with a Sauvignon Blanc and a Cab. Next up was Silver Oak- always a winner.

Next up... Lunch. Goose & Gander. So yummy. Cheese, artisan cocktails and split burger with duck fat fries. Not really sure what that was, but good to eat.

Last 2 wineries were Flora Springs were I am a member and last was Alpha Omega. This one was an experience... Valet parking, waiting on a list for tasting.... But it was delicious. Most bottles more than $90 each. Worth it. Smooth (yes, I should like a wine snob. I am fine with that). 1 mixed bottle of Era for me. Putting that one away for a special time to come.

Ended the day with dinner at Bottega. Everything was fabulous. Shaved brussel sprout salad, short rib meatballs and warm doughnuts were my tops. Along with a bottle of Cakebread pinot noir- courtesy of Rudy & Vanessa.

About 9 hours of luxurious company, wines, driving through the valley and tasty food. Wow. I can never get enough of wine country.



Friday, February 14, 2014

Happy Heart Day

As a single gal, not a big fan of Valentine's Day. But I do like hearts. Especially candy versions.  Here is how my Heart day is going:

Work done
Left over pizza from Da Vinos
Red wine from Justin Winery
A Sprinkles cupcake (one of a dozen left on my doorstep)
Hart of Dixie & Fashion Police via DVR
Cuddling kitty
To bed early (so I can go to Napa tomorrow!)

I may be sadly single, but not that sad... Happy Heart Day from this single girly.

Tuesday, February 11, 2014

Reasons Why Grilled Cheese is So Cool

This started out as Why Grilled Cheese is Better Than A Boyfriend, which I figured is stupid, because  I want a boyfriend. But, grilled cheese is still amazing, so let's change it up and keep going.

Why is Grilled Cheese so cool?
Melted Cheese
Hot cheese
Gooey cheese
Cheese mixed with bread
Butter between cheese & bread
Grilled cheese makes me smile
Grilled cheese makes my tummy smile
Greasy, cheesy mess on my fingers
Licking cheese off my fingers
Grilled cheese makes my feel good
Grilled cheese makes me not feel lonely even when I eat it alone
Grilled cheese goes best with white wine
Is there anything bad about grilled cheese???

Shall I compare grilled cheese to cupcakes? Nah.
I think that does it. Is that cheesy or what? Now I'm hungry.

Saturday, February 1, 2014

Sundance Part 2

Sundance Part 2 was just as superb as Part 1. The last weekend was Thursday evening through Sunday evening. More movies, meals and more!

Dinners at new restaurants- new experiences for me.
J&R Grille at The St Regis
The Farm at The Canyons
The Foundry Room at Sundance Resort
Prime Steakhouse on Main Street

The eggs Benedict with chorizo hash at brunch was amazing and the filet I had at Prime was honestly the best steak I remember ever having in my life. Yum! Really, really delicious Park City meals. I highly recommend he steaks at Prime.

All movies were pretty good too.
Low Down (drama)- pretty decent
Camp X-ray (drama)- excellent
They Came Together (comedy)- super funny
The One I Love (drama & comedy)- pretty good, interesting too

Good Q&A with Amy Poehler, Paul Rudd & Max Greenfield after "They Came Together". Fun!
Also had good times at the spa, shopping on Main Street & walking/shopping at Sundance Resort. Loved it. All of it.

Shannon and Vanessa were excellent company at Sundance Part 2.
Thanks Mr. Redford for an absolutely sensational Sundance 2014.