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White House's unique trick or treat
*On a more personal note, I know some people that were involved in the White House entertainment. Chicago's Redmoon theater company was hired to provide entertainment on the lawn (the skeleton band and bubble installation amongst others). I've included some pictures at the end of the post.*
WASHINGTON – President Barack Obama and first lady Michelle Obama on Saturday doled out presidential M&Ms and dried fruit mixes to more than 2,000 trick-or-treaters, marking their Halloween at a White House event partly aimed at honoring military families.
10 Stars & Celebs Pick Their Favorite Greek Foods !
At the first ever Los Angeles Greek Film Festival, stars and celebrities talked to Modern Day Goddess Cynthia Daddona (who hosts "Romancing the Table: a celebration of life, love and food") about their favorite Greek foods.
Cynthia was covering the festival for CelebrateGreece.com which just released a Greek Islands Destination Cooking Class video filmed on location in Santorini, Greece.
Who chose what?
A holiday classic to celebrate Fitzmas, from Chigago Tribune.
A holiday classic to celebrate Fitzmas John Kass December 18, 2008 Today, let's celebrate the spirit of the season with a dramatic reading by Illinois Gov. Dead Meat of a timeless holiday classic. So think of this column as you would an old episode of "Masterpiece Theatre," in which I'm some cultured fellow with an English accent, introducing the governor, who recites the famous poem eagerly anticipated by young and olde: " 'Twas the Night Before Fitzmas."What's for Dinner: My Chicken Pot Pie
After an hour of searching I have found it!
My "The Traditional Pie Cook Book", I bought it at a garage sale about a year ago.
Today I tried out a recipe from it for the first time.
Bittersweet Chocolate Tartlets
Ingredients
1/2 cup butter, softened
1 3-ounce package cream cheese, softened
2/3 cup all-purpose flour
2/3 cup whipping cream
3 ounces semisweet or bittersweet chocolate, chopped
3 ounces milk chocolate, chopped
Whipped cream (optional)
Fresh raspberries (optional)
Sifted powdered sugar (optional)
Directions
1. For pastry, in a medium mixing bowl, beat the butter and cream cheese with an electric mixer on medium speed until combined. Stir in flour.
Treats for the Treasure Hunters: The Brooklyn Flea Market
(My comment: I wish one of these was near me. I am so interested in checking this out!) Treats for the Treasure Hunters IS SHOPPING JUST... The Brooklyn Flea is held on Sundays in a lot at Bishop Loughlin Memorial High School.Meeting an Italian Winemaker - Under Elisabetta’s Spell
Alex and I were invited to have lunch at the home of Sergio and Elisabetta of Sono Montenidoli. We are greeted outside by Sergio with a refreshing rosato with fried zucchini blossom flowers. OMG!
Bert Show's (Q100) Weekend Party Preview
http://www.allthehitsq100.com/bertshow/bertfeature.asp?id=13628 THURSDAY Margarita Festival @ Twisted Taco-$3 Flavored Margaritas (Including Mango, Passion Fruit, Tangerine, and Berry)-DJ downstairs-Twisted Karaoke upstairs!http://www.twistedtaco.com/events-midtown.php Chocolate 08 @ Villa Christina-Chocolate tastings from Atlanta's premir pastry chefs-Martini tastings-Full dinner buffet-Chocolate Beer-Chocolate Espresso cart-Live entertainment, Silent Auction, Cash Bar!-$65 Adv/ $75 Door-Benefits The Cystic Fibrosis Foundationhttp://www.chocolateforcf.org/ Cocktails 4 A Cause @ TAP-Complimentary Beverage Cocktail, Peroni or Pilsner Urquill beer or glass of house wine-Complimentary appetizers-Free raffle for $50 gift certificate-%10 off menu items-Free Atlanta Pink Card-Siggested $10 Donation-Proceeds benefit Small Dog Rescue & Humane Society-6p-9:30pmhttp://www.cocktails4acause.com/ Screen On The Green @ Centennial Olympic Park-Great movies under the stars-6p-11p with movies starting at sunset-FREE-Bring a picnic basket-Have concession stands to purchase food-Alcoholic beverages can be purchased!!-E.T. featured tonighthttp://www.peachtreetv.com/specials/screenonthegreen/ FRIDAY Decatur Beach Party @ the Decatur Square-Bringing in 60 tons of sand and the square turns into a beach-Live music-Boardwalk Games-Beach movie!-Adults $10 (adv $6.50) / Kids under 12 FREEhttp://www.decaturga.com/cgs_citysvcs_ced_events.aspx#candlelight Blues, Brews BBQ @ South City Kitchen (Midtown and Vinings)-3 Day Event!-Live blues music-Brewed Sweetwater beer-Delicious BBQ-Sunday's proceeds will benefit Camp Twin Lakeshttp://www.southcitykitchen.com/vinings/child/menus/events.htm Pajama-Jam-Jam @ Runaround Sue's (Marietta)-Sexiest PJ's Contest with up to $200 Cash & Prizes-PJs get you in FREE-$8 Fishbowls-$3 Jello Shots-$3 Tall Boys-Live DJhttp://www.runaroundsues.com/ SATURDAY Midsummer Music Festival @ Candler Park-Live performances by Blues Traveler and Drivin N Cryin-Fun outdoor festival with plents of Smirnoff, Jack Daniels, and Southern Comfort!-Also going to have a fun run in the morning!http://www.790thezone.com/events/midsummermusicfest.aspx 1 Year Anniversary Party @ Tin Roof Cantina-$5 Cup of Beer with $3 Refills-Beer pong tournament/ Corn Hole Tournament-Budweiser girls will be there-Taco Bar with $2 Tacos-Live music with Father Peter, Brian Wiltsey Band, and Gareth Asher-2 Full Bars, and FREE entryhttp://www.tinroofcantina.com/ Save the Boobies! Party @ Dunwoody Tavern-2pm-10pm-All proceeds raise money for the Susan G.Deviled Eggs
Two halves of these are a great afternoon protein snack! 6 large eggs 1/4 cup mayonnaise 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard 1/8 teaspoon cayenne Special equipment: a pastry bag fitted with 1/2-inch star tip (optional) Garnishes: paprika*; chopped fresh chives Cover eggs with cold water by 1 1/2 inches in a 3-quart heavy saucepan and bring to a rolling boil, partially covered. Reduce heat to low and cook eggs, covered completely, 30 seconds.Heart Healthy Tuscan Braised Beef
Heart Healthy Tuscan Braised Beef A taste of Italy, this tender cut of beef gets a robust herb rub and then is left to bake. It's great for Sunday dinner, or start it in the slow cooker before you go to work. Both cooking methods are provided here.
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