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Archive for October, 2008
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By Matthew Moore
Finding creatures in your food is never pleasant, but two chefs received the shock of their lives when they spotted tiny human faces smiling out at them from a packet of broccoli.
Photo: BREAD AND HONEYThe miniscule heads – barely visible to the naked eye – were hidden among the florets on photos printed on a bag of the frozen vegetable.
Close-up shots reveal at least four faces, each painted green and no bigger than a broccoli tip.
Summer Allen-Gibson and Alicia Carrier, the US food bloggers who made the discovery, said they are baffled by the identities of the “little terrifying …
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Last weekend, St. Peter’s Village celebrated its second annual Oktoberfest, drawing thousands of people to taste, smell and see what’s new in this historic village.
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Ah, Sunday mornings. I know I should PROBABLY say that I can’t wait to go to church, or something very wholesome, but the reality is that I can’t wait to sleep in… and then get breakfast and/or brunch, and turn my coffee into a work of art. -
In Other Food News
IRON HILL BREWERY CONTINUES STREAK BY BRINGING HOME SIX MEDALS FROM GREAT AMERICAN BEER FESTIVAL
October 20th, 2008 No CommentsWILMINGTON, DE – Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant, with seven area locations won an amazing six medals for their handcrafted beer at the prestigious 27th annual Great American Beer Festival (GABF) in Denver, Colorado. Iron Hill has won a total 27 medals at the GABF since they opened in 1996 and has brought home medals each of the 12 years they have participated. This year’s winning GABF medals include four gold, a silver and a bronze, making Iron Hill the region’s most decorated brewery.
“We’ve always been proud of the beers we brew and serve, and these medals continue to affirm the level of quality of our products,” says Director of Brewing Operations Mark Edelson. “This year makes me especially proud, …
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Join us for Azie’s Totally 80’s Halloween party and First Wine Tasting
If you and your friends are major pop culture junkies, we have just the Halloween costume party for you. Azie is throwing a totally 80’s Halloween bash complete with a live D.J. , costume contests, $3 Bud Light and Bud Lagers and 80’s drink specials. So break out your shoulder pads, Aqua Net and Rubic’s cubes and join us.
Friday, October 31st, from 9 p.m. until ? … -
November 8, 2008 • 6:30PM – 12:00AM • $135 per person
Come join us as we celebrate the end of the 2008 Harvest at Longwood Gardens in their magnificent East Conservatory & Ballroom. This annual celebration includes:• Admission to the Gardens of Longwood
• Wine Reception & Hors díoeuvres with Pianist
• Guest Speaker, Joel Peterson Winemaker, Ravenswood Winery (Download BIO)
• Elegant Dinner paired with our BVWT Wines (Download MENU)
• Dancing to the Brass Ensemble of the Kennett Symphony of Chester County
• SILENT AUCTION benefiting The Little Rock Foundation. Rocco Fiorentino,
whom the Foundation was named, will be performing. (more of Rocco and … -
The Annual Rittenhouse Row Halloween Celebration
Saturday, October 25
3:00-5:00 p.m.
To be held at G, 111 South 17th Street (lower level under Davio’s)
The city’s cutest and coolest kids Halloween party
includes costume contest, DJ, make and take crafts, face painting and more
$10/person with advance rsvp, $15 at the door
Space is limited, reservation suggested
rsvp to events@rittenhouserow.org or call 215.972.0101Proceeds benefit Project HOME
Also visit Rittenhouse Row on Saturday, October 25 from 10-5 for free public trick or treating at Rittenhouse Row member businesses. Come in costume and look for the Trick or Treat Here signs
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In Other Food News
Bakeries nationwide find a way to make life a little sweeter for children and their families
October 20th, 2008 1 CommentThornbury Bakehouse has teamed up with CancerCare for Kids. From October 20th through the 26th, a portion of the proceeds from cupcakes sold will be donated to CancerCare. Please read the attached document for more information and then stop into the Bakehouse or give us a call with your order. What a great way to treat yourself along with making a donation to this worthy cause!!
From October 20 - 26, 2008, THORNBURY …
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In Other Food News
Throwing a World Series or Election night party? Let Teikoku do the work.
October 20th, 2008 No Comments“If you host it, they will come…”, don’t be frightened. You’re not going mad. No, it simply means that it’s time to begin planning your World Series and Election night Parties. Make your get-together one to remember for your guests by treating them to the freshest sushi the ocean has to offer from Teikoku to go. Please allow 24 hours from ordering time to pick up for take-out party trays. To go available during regular business hours. Call 610-644-8270
House roll: California, Spicy tuna, Vegetable, Shrimp tempura
Chicken Tempura and Teikoku $50
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THE FOOD ISSUE
Farmer in ChiefBy MICHAEL POLLAN
Published: October 9, 2008…
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