Posted By travis on October 26, 2009
1918 Weekly Food Budget
$2.50 FOR GRAIN FOODS
$2.00 FOR MILK
$2.00 FOR MEAT, EGGS AND FISH
$2.00 FOR FRUITS AND VEGETABLES
$1.50 FOR FATS, SUGAR AND MISCELLANEOUS!
From LIPPENCOTT’S HOME MANUALS
“THE BUSINESS OF THE HOUSEHOLD BY C.W. TABER, PUBLISHED IN 1918
Posted By travis on October 19, 2009
The day started with an early rise and shine as we got ready to start our adventure. This chilly and grey morning began with a simple breakfast at Biscutville on Wendover Avenue beside K-Mart.
After breakfast we proceeded to the Depot in downtown Greensboro. Train stations in the South are different from the ones up north. Here you hurry up and wait (kind of feels like herding cattle). After checking in at the Depot we had to wait for almost 30 minutes at the locked door that allowed you entrance to platform #2 where our train #80 would pick us up and deliver us to the NC State Fair.
The breeze on the platform was a bit brisk while we waiting for the train which was a few minutes late. On board the train we quickly found seats got settled and off we went. The train proceeded down the track and shortly there after Tony and Bobby took off to find snacks. They returned with cookies, coffee, soda and red pepper hummus.
After a few short stops to pick up and drop off passengers we arrived at our destination – The NC State Fair.
We exited the train in the middle of the road and crossed over to the entrance to the Fair. We started this part of the adventure with a walk through “As Seen on TV”. Honestly – live infomercials. The one most tasty treat that we did discover was Maple Cotton Candy (which we returned at the end of the day for our own bag of this delectable treat).
After walking around for a short period we decided that it was time for lunch. The food frenzy began with gumbo (chicken, shrimp and sausage), then hushpuppies, apple fries, ginger ale, funnel cake and yes one of our quests – pig lickers (chocolate covered bacon), hot dog, and BBQ.
We saw cows, goats, sheet, rabbits, clowns, weird inflatable shriners, people of all sorts, gigantic pumpkins and water mellons, beautiful landscaping, crazy rides, live music, arts and crafts and yes as mentioned before – “As Seen on TV”. Even thought the day was quite chilly is was fun and well worth the time.
On our way out of the park – as promised – we stopped for a bag of maple cotton candy. Arriving at the tent beside the train tracks which was our holding pen for our return train ride – we were informed the the train coming from NY was running about an hour late. At least we were under the tent (which had sides and gave us some protection from the brisk breeze). It was most humorous to hear everyone commenting on our delay – you can just imagine how some people reacted.
About an hour late – the train (#79) out of New York arrived and stopped on the railroad crossing and we began the loading process. We found our seats – waited somewhat patiently for the conductor to come check us in and then we were off to the lounge car. Cheese burgers, Cabernet and beer began our dinner in the lounge car as we road down the tracks towards Greensboro, NC. After the cheese burger was gone – dessert was – yes indeed – the mapple cotton candy and another Cabernet. We all decided that the train ride was the most fun of the entire day.
With our trip over and the work week beginning we have started plans for a longer trip.
Disney here we come.
Posted By travis on October 2, 2009
Potato Patties:
Add 1 egg to 1 cup mashed potatoes. Fry in butter or margarine until brown on both sides.
Not enough sausage for everyone?
Add leftover sausage, thinly sliced, to your pancake batter to make a new breakfast treat (and stretch a small amount of sausage so there’s enough for everyone).
Potato Ball Appetizer:
Form leftover mashed potatoes around cubes of cheese. Roll in Parmesan cheese or bread crumbs. Broil or fry until golden brown.
Enjoy!
Posted By travis on October 1, 2009
First Friday is an exciting time to get downtown Greensboro. Lots of great food from the local restaurants, art shops open later hours and the new Indie Market.
The public is invited to experience Downtown’s creative community for First Friday, October 2. First Friday will include an art raffle, open mic events, a music jam, fine art and crafts and artist demonstrations. Downtown welcomes a special addition this month in an indie market from 4-9pm at the corner of South Elm Street and Martin Luther King Blvd. The market includes local, handmade, homemade and grassroots arts, treats, vintage goods and oddities created by talented local artists, many of whom work Downtown. Take a stroll Downtown to experience all First Friday offerings at more than a 20 venues.
Visit: http://www.downtownfridays.com/ for more information.
Posted By travis on September 30, 2009
Don’t pack up your shagging shoes and Bermuda shorts just yet – Ilderton’s Beach Music Blast is taking over uptown High Point at 1525 N. Main Street, at the corner of Main and Lexington Avenue!
Held onThursday evenings from 5:30 pm – 8:30 p.m, this is a family friendly event that everyone can enjoy for just $5 per person.
The final Beach Music Blast concert of this season is:
October 1 – The Embers
In case of rain, the indoor venue is in the Natale Building at 400 English Road at the corner of English and Elm. If in doubt about which venue to go to, call the Beach Music Hotline at 800-632-1400 ext. 411.
All proceeds raised will benefit the Children’s Home Society, North Carolina’s leading resource in adoption and foster care with the mission to promote the right of every child to a permanent, safe, and loving home.
You can purchase tickets at the gate or by calling CHS. For more information or to puchase tickets, please contact Tommy Lineberry or Cathy Davis at 1.800.632.1400 or visit www.chsnc.org.
Posted By travis on September 30, 2009
Get ready for some mouth-watering North Carolina BBQ and some foot-stomping bluegrass music during the 1st Annual Furnitureland Rotary BBQ & Bluegrass Fall Festival! On Saturday, October 3 from noon to 8:00 p.m., Festival Park in High Point, at Oak Hollow Lake, will come to life with the bluegrass sounds of two popular area bands:
Flatt Tyred – noon to 2:00 p.m.
John Hofmann’s AcousticA – 2:30 to 4:00 p.m.
Downtown Senate – 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Bring your own lawn chairs, but don’t bring coolers, because food and drink will be offered by 2Bills & A Grill, well known around High Point for their delicious BBQ.
Kids will enjoy an inflatable play area and many other fun activities.
Tickets can be purchased at the gate. Admission is $5.00 for 18 and older, $2.50 for 17 and younger. Parking is FREE.
Furnitureland Rotary and High Point Historical Society are sponsoring this benefit event, with proceeds going to Mobile Meals of High Point. The Mobile Meals Program delivers a nutritious noontime meal to homebound seniors age 60 and over. Volunteers from the faith community, local businesses and schools deliver the meals, which are prepared by a local caterer.
For more information, contact Jim Adams at 336-880-6501.
Posted By travis on September 29, 2009
Saturday afternoon while splashing through the rain soaked booths of the Tate Street Festival I came across an awesome find. I love spices and I am always looking for better quality spices. One of the vendors at the festival was Spice3 (Spice Cubed). Great prices and selection.
Purchase in a small metal tin for $3.95 or buy a refill online for $3.00 (shipping included for refills).
Please check them out online: www.SpiceCubed.com.
Enjoy!
Posted By travis on September 28, 2009
Preheat oven to 350 degrees
1 Egg
1 Cup Milk
3 Tablespoons Sugar
3/4 Teaspoon Vanilla Extract
1/8 Teaspoon Salt
1/8 Teaspoon Ground Nutmeg
In a bowl, lightly beat the egg. Add milk, sugar, vanilla and salt. Pour into two ungreased 6-oz. custard cups. Sprinkle with nutmet. Set in a pan containing 1/2 to 1 inch of hot water. Bake at 350 degrees for 35 minutes or until set. Cool slightly before serving.
Enjoy!
Posted By travis on September 26, 2009
Farm raised, natural products from our farm to your family. For over 200 years our family has dedicated its work to cultivating the land in Rockingham County. For the last 20 years we have produced pork, and in the last year we totally totally changed our model to deliver all natural, pastured products that are environmentally sustainable.
Our pigs, lambs and chickens roam on fresh grass, breath mountain air and are never injected or fed with hormones or additives. We supplement their pasture grazing with locally purchased grain. Generations of our family currently farm our land so we can provide you with locally grown, quality food products from your local community.
Please visit them at the following website: http://www.masseycreekfarms.com/index/Home.html
Make sure to thank them for helping to feed the homeless.
Posted By travis on September 25, 2009
Saturday, September 26 (4:00 pm – 8:00 pm)
1214 Grove Street Greensboro, NC
Bring your friends, family, neighbors, kids….
We want to celebrate 2 years of being in the HIVE, newly tiled floors, lots and lots of volunteer hours, tons of amazing community projects, and much much more.
Folks have been working hard, but now it’s time for community input. We want to know what you want to see at the community space on Grove Street.
We’re also hoping folks will find ways to get involved. This is also just a great way to enjoy some hot dogs, music, and other people.
So spread the word and come join the fun!!
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