The fair is in town! We looked at the schedule and had to check out the Alaskan Pig races. I also wanted to capture the fireworks display. On a dietary note, I can’t believe I ate a whole Smoked Turkey Leg.
Category Archives: Food
Yosemite 2012
This past weekend we were invited to stay in a cabin just outside of Yosemite. Going to such a beautiful location means we split our priorities. Sandy worried about what shoes to wear and I pondered what camera gear to bring. Met some great new friends and saw some incredible sights. The last time I was here was …
Balmy Alley
We did a quick trip into the city to check out Balmy Alley for a future photoshoot. Of course it was feeding time so we stepped into The Local Mission Eatery I had the Smoked Salmon Hash and Sandy dined on the Squash Benedict I believe.
Zeni
As a late Birthday celebration for Sandy we met Kathy & the Kung’s at Zeni for an Ethiopian lunch. This was followed by a quick trip to Pinkberry. Later we sat a while at Kathy’s while I tormented Fredi.
Harpo Harrigan
Tonight our neighbors Paul & Brenda invited us over for dinner. After an incredible halibut meal, I decided to shoot Brenda with her harp.
Wayfare Tavern
As a pre-birthday celebration for Sandy I made reservations at the Wayfare Tavern a Tyler Florence Restaurant in San Francisco. We ferried in and had an amazing dinner.
Off the Grid Alameda
Today was an excellent day as we were lucky enough to have an off the grid event here in Alameda. The lines were hellish and it took quite a while to get my Pork Belly Sandwich after I ordered it, but it was really tasty.
Asparagus Challenge
Email from Sandy this afternoon: Iron Chef Chopped Challenge: Secret ingredient: asparagus You have half day to plan. You can go to the grocery but put only one ingredient in your basket. The rest should be ingredients found at home. You have 30 minutes to prepare, from the time I get home. Then you need …
Peachy
Made a few peach souffles the other day. They need more work.
Marketbar
A while back I ferried in and had dinner with Sandy at the Marketbar. The small plates were excellent.