Cheering Up Things Pt. 3

Know what's really good? Croutons. No one give them enough cred. They are crunchy and buttery and soooo good in a salad when they soak up a little bit of dressing but still stay crunchy.
Also, isn't it the best when you are talking to a dog and it gets all smiley at you and tilts his head because he doesn't know what you're saying but he's just happy that food or outside might happen?

Trend CONFIRMATION!

Last night I had DEEP FRIED SAGE at Chalkboard in Lincoln Square, confirming it as a new trend.
I also had their house special fried chicken, and it gave me a tummy ache, so not so much recommending Chalkboard.

UPDATE: Also had fried sage on Friday night at A Tavola, zing!

UPDATE II: Also had fried mint on Saturday night at Tru. Boo and yah.

Rain Technology Pt. 2

The latest in stupid rain technology, (thanks Roly), is this new harness hands-free umbrella. It was created so you can text message and stay dry. Who prioritizes text messaging so highly that it's more important than not looking like a douchebag?


Why don't you just strap one of these to your dog? Dogs should eb the only things walking down the street in a harness.

Trend Alert!

So, in the past 12 hours, I have encountered the frying of herbs numerous times. Maybe I spent half the day watching Food Network and reading Martha Stewart Living. But still. (I also planted my summer annuals, and also my HERBS). Let's deep fry herbs!

My favorite choice for this is probably basil, because you can either use it as a topping on savory dishes, or sugar it and use it as a garnish on spring desserts.

Idea #1

If I had a band, I think I would call it "Teddy Bear Picnic" and I would bring sammiches for the audience.
And some jam.

Free the Lady!

This is such a good story. I love it. If anything, this woman should only be put in prison for wearing that leopard-print blouse in that family photo. If anyone ever gets arrested, this is the look you should go for:

(Best mug shot of all time.)

Breakfast for Breakfast

Tonight I am going to attempt to make the healthiest, moisty-ist zucchini bread ever. I have not made it yet, but here is my recipe I made up:1 TBS cinnamon
1 cup sugar
1 tsp. salt
3 eggs (egg beaters)
2 cups grated zucchini
4 tsp. baking powder
2/3 cup fat-free vanilla yogurt
1 pkg. fat-free instant vanilla pudding mix
1 tsp. vanilla
3 cups whole wheat flour
1/2 cup walnuts

Bake at 325 for 1 hour in two bread pans.