Spent a very relaxing and fun (Read: Drunk) weekend in Raleigh with Sean, Christine, Lily, Chrissy, and Ben. Even though it rained every time we got into the pool, we still managed the make the most out of our weekend. Also, Monster’s University was amazing.
“A man seldom thinks with more earnestness of anything than he does of his dinner.”
–Samuel Johnson
And judging from his girth, I’d say he was a very earnest thinker…
Hope everyone had a great weekend! Mine was awesome (albeit busy), with a bunch of people visiting from out of town. First Taylor came with 2 of her friends, and then Lauren came Friday night, and Cullen and Ben’s friends Saturday afternoon. It was a whirlwind of games, wine coolers, lounging by the beach, lounging by the pool, watching movies, and eating. Basically all of my favorite things.
This week’s quote is in honor of my weekend spent with good friends (both new and old). Enjoy!
“Cooking is not about being the best or most perfect cook, but rather it is about sharing the table with family and friends.”
–Skye Gyngell, My Favorite Ingredients
Which is especially true if you’re cooking brussels sprouts. Gross.
This weekend was a soggy one–one rain storm right after another–which really put a damper on my plans to lounge by the pool all day. Despite the issues the rain caused, and my trip to the dentist’s office, this weekend was quite pleasant. I ate way too much, but I guess that’s not really out of the ordinary.
This week’s quote is from baseball player / manager Tommy Lasorda, and although it’s actually about baseball, I think it works just as well as a food quote.
“When we lose, I eat. When we win, I eat. I also eat when we’re rained out.”
–Tommy Lasorda
And he’s 82, so you know he must be doing something right.
Holy crap. It’s June already. I honestly have no idea how that happened so fast. 2013 is going to be over before we know it!
I spent this weekend in Atlanta with some of my best friends, eating, drinking, and being merry. I got to try one of the best burgers I’ve ever eaten at the Holeman & Finch stand at the Atlanta Braves Baseball game. We had to wait in line for like 20 minutes to get it, but it was 100% worth it. More details on that later.
This week’s quote comes from the ancient Greek philosopher Epicurus. I chose this quote partly because Christine is Greek, but more so because I believe it is an accurate representation of my life.
“We should look for someone to eat and drink with before looking for something to eat and drink.”
–Epicurus
I bet all of his philosopher friends were all “Hey, why the long face?…no seriously, your face is really long.”
What a weekend. I went to Myrtle Beach for the wedding of my amazing and beautiful roommate from my Dubai Study Abroad, Nichole. It was a beautiful ceremony on the beach, and the first wedding I’ve ever been in, so it was very special. It was also Memorial Day, so I’ll take this opportunity to thank the many service men and women who’ve given so much for this country.
This week’s quote comes from American author and cartoonist James Thurber, and I think it is a pretty spot-on description of my weekend.
“The most dangerous food is wedding cake ”
–James Thurber
I like how he’s rocking the inverted Rogue from X-Men hair do.
Well, I’m officially back to reality after almost 2 weeks of gluttonous indulgence. Was too afraid to step on the scale this morning because I know I’m not going to like what I see.
This week’s quote comes from French humorist Erma Bombeck, and highlights some pretty sage advice that I definitely did not follow whilst on my cruise.
“Never order food in excess of your body weight.”
–Erma Bombeck
I should really start putting that advice into practice more often.
I’m cruising somewhere in the caribbean right now, lounging under the sun, stuffing my face with free food. No new review or recipe on Friday, but here’s a quote to tide you over until my return.
“Ever eat so much you feel sick? Isn’t that the best?”
–Jim Gaffigan
This pipe is filled with bacon.
Hope everyone had a happy Cinco De Mayo! I didn’t do anything special except make way too much mexican food and watch Game of Thrones. This week’s quote comes from the book Jitterbug Perfume by Tom Robbins, and pretty much sums up my feelings on Cinco de Mayo.
“Never underestimate how much assistance, how much satisfaction, how much comfort, how much soul and transcendence there might be in a well-made taco and a cold bottle of beer.”
–Tom Robbins
Get your hands off of my taco, or I’ll punch you with my rings on.
Kind of busy this week, so let’s just get right to it. This week’s quote comes from cartoonist Walt Kelly.
“Food for thought is no substitute for the real thing.”
–Walt Kelly
This is how I’m feeling today, too.
This weekend was definitely one of excess for me. I decided to have a “Treat Yo Self” Day on Friday (which stretched into the entire weekend) by ordering Red Curry for lunch, and then it just kind of devolved into a weekend of tater tots, mac and cheese, Chick-fil-A, and regret.
This week’s quote comes from Alanis Morissette, because I definitely took her advice a little too far.
“I still indulge in a glass of wine or chocolate – treats are mandatory. Without deviating from the day-to-day healthy diet once in a while, it wouldn’t be sustainable for me, and that’s what I wanted: an approach to eating to last my entire life.”
–Alanis Morissette
“Isn’t that Ironic?” No. No it is not.