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Tuesday, October 21, 2008
Disney Day Four
We had a lazy morning and slept in a bit, had some pancakes in our room and went for a swim. We hit Epcot around noon. It wasn't crowded at all which was wonderful! It wasn't as hot today either (especially when the sun was behind clouds) which was nice. We went on Spaceship Earth when we first arrived because you can't go to Epcot and not go in the sphere. They've changed that a little bit from the last time I was there (as a kid).
Then we headed over to the world pavilion. We started at Mexico and made our way to every country. They sell these passports there and kids can take them around and get them stamped in each country they visit. I have to admit that the world showcase can be kinda boring for the little kids because there aren't too many rides or exhibits that young kids would find interesting. The passports gave them something to do - look for the "kidcot" station and get a stamp in their book. They also have a little craft that's free and kids can go from country to country and add an item to their craft at each stop.
Joe and I had fun eating our way through the countries. We could easily have spent a small fortune doing this! Especially if we'd gone with our friends Jenny and Chris, who like to eat as much as we do! We had some yummy thing (forgot what it was called) and churros in Mexico, these delicious waffle-like pastries with jam in Norway, eggrolls, potstickers, and veggie stir fry in China, pretzels in Germany, falafel, couscous, and baklava in Morocco, sushi (California rolls because the kids wanted to try it) in Japan, and spanikopita and melamakarona at a Greek stand. There may have been more, but I can't remember. It was all delicious!
We have to get up early tomorrow because we agreed to listen to a 90 minute time share dealy. That knocked several hundred dollars off the price of our room so we decided it was worth it. After that, I think we'll hit Magic Kingdom again for a couple hours. We want to do a couple things we didn't have time for yesterday and the kids want to do a couple favorite rides again. We plan on calling it an early night and coming back to our room for spaghetti.
Oh, for those of you who were wondering if we have to get 2 rooms - we got a 2 bedroom villa off Disney property. It has a full kitchen and a washer and dryer in the room. Even when I factored in the cost of a rental car, parking, and gas, it was cheaper than staying on site. Actually, scratch that. I think the cheaper Disney hotels (All Star ones) were about the same, but we'd have to get 2 adjoining rooms and there was no kitchen or laundry.
This way, we went down the street to Publix and bought eggs, bagels, pop, water, juice, milk, bread, peanut butter, cereal, fruit, and snacks. We have breakfast in our room every day and take snacks and water into the parks. Some days, we've stopped for dinner on the way to the hotel at a casual restaurant off site. We've gotten some food at the parks too. It gets expensive dining out all the time and you tend to eat more garbage when you eat out constantly, in my opinion. It's been really nice getting to have some meals in our room.
I suppose, if money were no object (or for smaller families) staying on site would be more convenient. There are definitely advantages to it. But for us, this is working out nicely.
Oh, here's a funny story. Or more like a story that highlights my dorkness. While we were at the pool this morning, I overheard two people talking in a foreign language. I was lying in the sun with my eyes closed so I didn't see them, but I could hear their conversation. I thought to myself, that's an interesting language. It sounds a little familiar, but I can't figure out what language it is. What are they speaking? Then I was able to pick out the words, "flew out of Manchester..." Manchester? That's in England, isn't it? Oh my gosh! They're speaking ENGLISH! I swear I've never heard thicker English accents in my life. I seriously didn't understand more than half the words they spoke. And it was ENGLISH for crying out loud. And it's not like you don't hear that accent around here. There are a lot of English people who vacation here. Their pound goes so far here in America. It works out well for them. Honestly, the only word I recognized was "aye" because they said that a lot. It's amazing that the same language can sound so different!
OK, I've got to get some sleep, but I'll leave you with a couple of the 200 or so pictures I took today. By the time this trip is over, I'm going to be able to make a 4 hour video for the kids to watch again and again.
Spaceship Earth
Inside Mexico - it's really gorgeous in here
Brooklyn the Viking
a whole crew of Vikings
Clay and Brooklyn giving Mushu a hug. They kept saying, "I love you dragon."
Germany - a whole lotta people were celebrating Oktoberfest!
It's Godzilla! Or a tiny lizard on the roof of a house in a train set.
This is where Brooklyn played dead on the streets of Morocco.
Savannah making a phone call in England. According to the kids, this leads to the Ministry of Magic.
The giant golf ball
41 comments:
I am holidaying vicariously through your blog! Thanks for sharing!
Sunny - October 22, 2008 at 12:33 AM
- Kim Williams said...
I am trying my hardest to stifle my laughter because I have that exact same photo of that exact same lizard on that train set from August when we visited the Disney parks. I even told my hubby, "If I crop this just right it will look like Godzilla about to destroy the village."
Thanks for proving I'm not the only one who takes those pictures and likes them! - October 22, 2008 at 12:39 AM
- Rick said...
Oh! A 90 minute, twist your arm, make you feel like a poor fool if you turn them down, time share demonstration. The wife and I got a discount on a helicopter ride, and a boom box out of attending two of those. The ride made the wife sick, and the boom box quickly broke. I trust your reward will prove much better.
- October 22, 2008 at 1:28 AM
- Elaine said...
lol~ no post will be completed without a picture of Brooklyn sleeping/ playing dead.
- October 22, 2008 at 2:39 AM
- poosemommy said...
It looks and sounds like you all are having a fabulous time! Keep the pics coming!
- October 22, 2008 at 3:44 AM
- Nemo said...
So funny that you went to the Norway-part of Disney! :D The waffel-like thingies are called "vafler" in Norwegian, and are traditionally eaten with jam (syltetøy) and sourcream (rømme) - but also nice with cheese (my favorite). :)
My BF and I went to DisneyLand Resort Paris this summer, and had a blast. Especially in the line for the Toy Story-ride (there we were, two 27 yo's and a gigantic line filled with 2 to 5 yo's). I think I have to return when I can share the experience with someone a little younger (and not just my equally weird and childish BF). :)
Hope you enjoy the rest of your stay! - October 22, 2008 at 3:45 AM
- The other me said...
I am English and I can't understand a word when spoken by a true Manchunian! That accent is as thick as treacle isn't it?
- October 22, 2008 at 3:56 AM
Hey Dawn,
If they said "aye", they probably spoke scottish (an the closest airport to scotland connecting to the US is in Manchester). Although the Manchester accent is indeed very strong, try understanding a scotsman. :-D I spent a year in Aberdeen and: You get used to it. If they say "aye" and "bonny" a lot and make those "ch"-noises which sound German, check for kilts. ;-)
Enjoy your trip,
Anna - October 22, 2008 at 4:09 AM
Thanks so much for sharing your vacation with all of us!! I love the photos as I am trying very hard to get my 3 kids (16,18,20) to go to Disney next year. Your photos will make me push them harder to go there! We have a Disney timeshare and have had it since 1995. Absolutely LOVE it! We can go whenever we choose and for as long or short a visit as our points will hold out.
- October 22, 2008 at 7:01 AM
Oh Dawn! Looks like you and your sweet family are having a wonderful time.
Just a lil note about the 90 min.time share thingy...WARNING..they will keep you there FOREVER while they play "good cop, bad cop" pressuring you into buying into that time share. "No thank you" apparently means keep badgering us for over 3 hrs. ugh , btw they encourage you to SURE! bring the kiddos! that way after 3hrs, one will have fallen asleep on your lap (legs go numb,drool soaked arm...)while the other complains"I'm HUNGRY". Oh wait, you have six...God bless you and good luck..
waiting eagerly to hear the details of your time share experience... - October 22, 2008 at 7:17 AM
- Donna said...
I immediately thought "Ministry of Magic" too when I saw that phone booth.
Glad you are having a great time! - October 22, 2008 at 7:46 AM
If you heard the people saying "aye" a lot, then they were probably speaking with a Scottish accent. Being Scottish this is our way of saying "yes", and yes this accent would be very hard to understand as we Scots have our own brogue (or Scots language).
Kathleen (formerly of Scotland now living in Bermuda) - October 22, 2008 at 8:38 AM
- Unknown said...
Did you find the secret VIP restaurant? "Around the right side of The Living Seas, past the Coral Reef restaurant, there is a door marked only by the United Technologies Corporation logo. Press the buzzer by the door, display your pass and you will be allowed access to the VIP lounge"
- October 22, 2008 at 8:47 AM
- Brenda said...
Your kids are always going to talk about this. I bet as adults you'll hear "Remember when..." often. So cool.
- October 22, 2008 at 8:52 AM
A 90 minute time-share presentation with 6 kids?!? That should make for some good writing material. Can't wait to hear the story!
Tina - October 22, 2008 at 9:31 AM
The people you overheard with the thick English accents might actually have been Scottish (the "aye" gives it away). My bet is they're from Glasgow. It's impossible to understand Glaswegians!
Ruth from Manchester, UK - October 22, 2008 at 9:40 AM
I think Disney should pay you for advertising your wonderful pictures and stories. You make it look so inviting and all of your readers (all 3 trillion of them) are probably pricing out trips to Disney right now. Especially if they've never been there. Quite the marketing stategy for Disney...so make sure you contact them and ask when you can expect to get your check. Have fun on the rest of your vacation and I will continue to be jealous!
~Andi in Cold Wisconsin - October 22, 2008 at 9:53 AM
- Patois42 said...
My husband hails from Manchester and, while he has lost much of the edge of his accent, I find it sometimes near impossible to understand his relatives. They have just learned to talk r-e-a-l-l-y slowly for the American and our kids.
- October 22, 2008 at 10:04 AM
- jdb in AZ said...
You didn't mention the French pastry shop, my all-time must-visit place at EPCOT.
- October 22, 2008 at 10:05 AM
Thank you for sharing your vacation with us. I feel like I'm there but without the stress and feeling like I need to take out a second mortgage to pay for it all! I hope you were strong when the (usually sleazy) time share saleperson tried to get you to sign on the dotted line. They can be so agressive.
Take care, we love you. - October 22, 2008 at 10:35 AM
If they were saying "aye" a lot they were probably Scottish... and their accents are very thick.
- October 22, 2008 at 11:13 AM
Not understanding the people from England is so funny. My husband is from Liverpool, and for the first few years of our marriage he would talk to my family on the phone and when I got on they would ask what he said because they couldn't understand him! If we get in an argument I just tell him I can't understand him and to speak English. My dad even had a button made for him that read "I don't speak English" because he was so difficult to understand. Thankfully after 7 years here we can understand him a bit easier, but when his family calls, I am lost!
- October 22, 2008 at 11:34 AM
So glad the weather cooled off for you and that you're having fun. Sounds like a good way to save money on food. Smart Mommy! Hope the rain that's on the way doesn't spoil any of your fun.
- October 22, 2008 at 11:44 AM
- T with Honey said...
Are you sure those people with an accent were from England? Because there is a Manchester Airport in New Hampshire, USA. Just a thought.
Glad to hear you're having a fun time in Disney and eating breakfast in your hotel room is definitely a great way to save money. - October 22, 2008 at 12:38 PM
My children (then: 16, 9 & 6) loved the Norway ride; the boat going backwards was thrilling for them. I don't know, their an odd bunch.
- October 22, 2008 at 2:04 PM
- Michigan Mama to 2 said...
OMG, I think that is my cousin Matt in the orange shirt in your picture of Germany Oktoberfest! lol
- October 22, 2008 at 2:34 PM
We stayed in Kissimmee for two weeks. We only have two kids and it was still much, much cheaper to stay off site. We too had a condo with a kitchen and w/d. We went to Publix :-) and stocked up on breakfast goodies.
- October 22, 2008 at 2:54 PM
If the English people were saying Aye a lot then they were probably northerners - quite possibly Scottish - who have very broad accents and can be very difficult to understand. My father-in-law is scottish and I cant understand a bloody word he says!!!!
- October 22, 2008 at 3:42 PM
- Valerie said...
Just found your blog via Blogger's Choice Awards.
Histerical! I hope yall are having a great time at Disney. We usually go a few times a year and you're right, it is VERY expensive! The smiles and laughs are worth it though! If you get a chance, eat at Le Cellier (Canada at Epcot). It's our favorite restaurant there!
Take care!
-Valerie Gay
(Houston, TX) - October 22, 2008 at 4:36 PM
Call me a sap, but I'm sitting here with tears in my eyes and giggling with glee at the same time that you FINALLY got to do this. Hooray for you getting to go to the Happiest Place on Earth! :g:
- October 22, 2008 at 4:36 PM
hi, glad you are having a great time, it brings back memories of our trip. However just wanted to say the English you heard was probably west coast Scottish accent, the aye gives it away, you see its worth making a 5hr drive from glasgow to Manchester as with a family you can save 2 to 3 hundred pounds on flights. hope the rest of the holiday goes well
- October 22, 2008 at 5:46 PM
Renting a place with a kitchen and buying groceries is definitely the way to go! Cheaper and healthier-- and you can have late-night snacks! ;)
Maybe those people you couldn't understand were Scottish? I can't understand half of what Scottish people say even though they're speaking English. - October 22, 2008 at 6:19 PM
- jenny said...
That accent could have been a Geordie accent if they said Aye a lot. Have a listen to this - http://www.bl.uk/learning/langlit/sounds/text-only/england/byker/
Most English people struggle to understand it too!! - October 22, 2008 at 6:20 PM
- Eva Carper said...
Thanks for sharing! We are going in January and you are giving us some great pointers :)
- October 22, 2008 at 6:39 PM
- Dorothy said...
Great photos Dawn you must have a good camera. Glad your having fun and your right Disney can be very expensive.
Enjoy and be safe..
Dorothy from grammology
http://grammology.com - October 22, 2008 at 6:49 PM
About the English accents-I had a few similar experiences when I visited a friend in England several years ago. I took a train ride to London, and a man sitting next to me asked me a question (in English!). Well, after three times of saying "Pardon me?", I decided to just hope that it was a yes/no question and took my chances with a yes nod. Our conversation didn't go much further, so I figure my guess was wrong and he thought I was a complete idiot!
- October 22, 2008 at 8:01 PM
- Michelle said...
Hmm ok now I'm getting more freaked out. We had spaghetti when we got home from the Magic Kingdom today. And we're shopping at that Publixx, too ;) I can't decide if I'm inadvertantly stalking you or if we're just similar enough that we're doing such similar things.
FYI, we didn't get back until after 7!!! Oops. Oh, and where's the restaurant you've eaten at? The only one we found was Ponderosa, which my mom vetoed.
I LOVE baby Viking Brooklyn. Such a cutie! - October 22, 2008 at 9:26 PM
hey just to let ya know, I went to disney world about a year ago, and I thought I might tell you about my fave rides.
1. splash mountain! located in magic kingdom.
2.rockin roller coaster!!! located in mgm studios.
3.soaring.I think its in epcot, all the kids will like this;its not boring
4.mission to mars!!!!!!!!!! this one rocks! since you rode everest do the higher more extreme one, its not the kind of ride that makes you sick anyway,the levels are only for people with neck and back problems anyway.
5.hmm, well, I cant think of one I know you have not done!(because of twitter and blog updates,I know most of them! Man you twitter alot!:-D) - October 22, 2008 at 11:12 PM
(Im asking coz of twitter update) which rides were your kids scared of and why? :D :] :) =D =] =) :-}
- October 22, 2008 at 11:16 PM
- Keeley said...
Haha, I love it that you couldn't understand the Manchester accent. How awesome is that? =) I remember when I first came to America I was watching a programme on the TV where they were interviewing a chap from Manchester...and they were using SUBTITLES! =D I thought that was so funny.
And to end, I'd just like to say, "Pu' wood in'th'ole! Wur tha born in't barn?"
Thank you. =) *Bows* - October 25, 2008 at 9:39 AM
- Jacqui said...
That can't possibly be a British red phone box, the glass is still in it and the handset is still attached. LOL.
- October 29, 2008 at 5:37 AM


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Ina Garten knows how to entertain with simplicity, style and fun. I can't wait to discover more of her shortcuts and strategies for make-ahead menus, memorable parties and amazing food!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
This time the recipe is Grown Up Mac and Cheese chosen by Heather of Randomosity and the Girl.
I served it with a tossed salad with some fresh garden tomatoes I picked up from my Italian "grandmother" at the farmers market this past Saturday. She is not really my grandmother as you have probably already guessed. I figure if I can adopt my blogging friend Ivy of Kopiaste and call her my sister (I would love to have her as a sister in the real world)....I can have a Gran too since I have never had one. Sad I know. My "market Gran" barely speaks English, can barely see the scale when she weighs my tomatoes and peppers, and cannot stand for long periods of time...but I always buy my tomatoes from her at the market. I noticed this morning that the price of her tomatoes had risen...they used to be a bargain but she has also become crafty and her competitors around the market from the more commercial fruit and vegetable growers are charging $2 for their tomatoes ....so she is charging $3. Nevertheless I still support her and have a little chat with hand gestures and lots of smiles and nods. She is a very enterprising lady to have a stand at the farmers market with fruit and veggies from her backyard garden and I will always pay $3 so that she can continue and visit her every Saturday morning as a dutiful "granddaughter" should. Whether she has a stand out of necessity or sees it as a way to make a few dollars I don't know. Whatever the reason I will continue to be overcharged for my tomatoes. She is such a sweetie!!!!!! It is the people that make up this interesting world that make it all worth while.
TIDBIT: Ina began to dabble in cooking and entertaining in an effort to occupy her time while her husband Jeffrey served his four-year military tour as a paratrooper during the Vietnam War. She also acquired her pilot's license during this time, according to an interview she gave to the Raleigh News & Observer.
**Grown Up Mac and Cheese**
4 ounces thick-sliced bacon
Vegetable oil
Kosher salt
2 cups elbow macaroni or cavatappi
1 1/2 cups milk
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
4 ounces Gruyere cheese, grated
3 ounces extra-sharp Cheddar, grated
2 ounces blue cheese, such as Roquefort, crumbled
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Pinch nutmeg
2 slices white sandwich bread, crusts removed
2 tablespoons freshly chopped basil leaves
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.


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Celebrations. It's in the way they have been a part of mankind over the centuries that I find truly sensational. We're really party animals, aren't we?
Each culture, all traditions, religions and every walk of life have their way to celebrate. We give them names and find reasons, but in principal the idea is the same throughout: friends, family get together and usually food is an integral part of the gathering. Call it Christmas, Eid, Thanksgiving, or be it a simple BBQ, a fancy ball or even a concert of a lifetime - we've always found many ways to party. Imagine a life without colorful celebrations.
I've been thinking about the types of celebrations we've had over the years. As Soeren's school started last week his first project for the next few weeks is all about celebrations and he finds it totally fantastic that they should be covering this topic in his Birthday Month. His exuberance is contagious and the added benefit of turning 8 tomorrow has us both plotting and planning on how to celebrate the perfect party.
Celebrating life! I've always loved birthdays - it's such a great way to commemorate a person and rejoice the life. And if it's one right at the beginning of the long path of a lifetime it's so much more exciting, magical and simply fascinating. It's that mischievous glimmer in the eyes of an 8 year old that I cannot get enough of.
So, while my cousin and I are decorating the living room with balloons, candles and streamers, I reminisce the birthdays we've had in the past and cannot wait to celebrate the many to come.
Let's party shall we?
How about cake? It seems appropriate for the occasion. This fruity and subtly spiced cake brings out an incredible aroma. Apricots are in season right now and the perfect pair with the saffron.
Apricot Saffron Cake
Printable version of recipe here
150g unsalted butter
125g sugar
1 large egg
150g ground almonds
Pinch of saffron
175g all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
420g apricots, halved
Handful flaked almonds
Icing sugarMethod
- Butter a square (approx. 20cm) baking form and line the base with baking paper. Preheat oven at 180 degrees C.
- Soak the saffron in about 50ml boiling water for 15 minutes. Beat the butter and sugar until light and creamy, then add the egg and beat again until everything is evenly incorporated.
- Add the ground almonds, then sift in the flour and baking powder and fold through alternately with the saffron liquid. Whisk through quickly at the end, to ensure the batter is smooth.
- Spread the mixture over the base of the form. Press the apricots halves randomly into the mixture. Sprinkle the flaked almonds over the top and bake at for 35-40 minutes. Allow to cool, then dust with icing sugar.
The perfect cake for just about any occasion. I love the lightness and flavors of this cake. Delicious ripe apricots topping an incredibly airy cake, flavored subtly with the saffron makes it something special for those memorable moments, yet incredibly easy for the everyday affair.
We'll be celebrating this week – enjoying the magical time through Soeren's eyes. There's be lots of Lego, balloons some Harry Potter and definitely a lot of chocolate! In the meantime hope you all have an awesome week.
You might like these cakes from WFLH:
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13 Others amocking said, These men are full of new wine.
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15 For these are not drunken, as ye suppose, seeing it is but the third hour of the day.
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18 And on my servants and on my handmaidens I will pour out in those days of my Spirit; and they shall aprophesy:
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22 Ye men of Israel, hear these words; Jesus of Nazareth, a man aapproved of God among you by bmiracles and wonders and signs, which cGod did by him in the midst of you, as ye yourselves also know:
23 Him, being delivered by the adeterminate counsel and bforeknowledge of God, ye have taken, and by wicked hands have ccrucified and slain:
24 Whom God hath araised up, having loosed the bpains of cdeath: because it was not possible that he should be holden of it.
25 For David speaketh concerning him, I foresaw the aLord always before my face, for he is on my right hand, that I should not be moved:
26 Therefore did my heart rejoice, and my tongue was glad; moreover also my flesh shall rest in hope:
27 Because thou wilt not leave my soul in ahell, neither wilt thou suffer thine Holy One to see bcorruption.
28 Thou hast made known to me the ways of life; thou shalt make me full of joy with thy countenance.
29 Men and brethren, let me freely speak unto you of the apatriarch David, that he is both dead and bburied, and his sepulchre is with us unto this day.
30 Therefore being a prophet, and knowing that God had sworn with an aoath to him, that of the fruit of his loins, according to the flesh, he would raise up bChrist to sit on his throne;
31 He seeing this before spake of the resurrection of Christ, that his soul was not left in hell, neither his flesh did see corruption.
32 This Jesus hath God araised up, whereof we all are bwitnesses.
33 Therefore being aby the bright hand of God cexalted, and having received of the Father the promise of the Holy Ghost, he hath dshed forth this, which ye now see and hear.
34 For aDavid is not bascended into the heavens: but he saith himself, The Lord said unto my cLord, Sit thou on my right hand,
35 Until I make thy foes thy footstool.
36 Therefore let all the house of Israel know assuredly, that God hath made that same Jesus, whom ye have acrucified, both bLord and Christ.
37 ¶ Now when they heard this, they were apricked in their bheart, and said unto Peter and to the rest of the apostles, Men and brethren, cwhat shall we do?
38 Then Peter asaid unto them, bRepent, and be cbaptized every one of you in the dname of Jesus Christ for the eremission of sins, and ye shall receive the fgift of the gHoly Ghost.
39 For the apromise is unto you, and to your children, and to all that are bafar off, even as many as the Lord our God shall call.
40 And with many other words did he testify and exhort, saying, aSave yourselves from this buntoward generation.
41 ¶ Then they that gladly areceived his bword were baptized: and the same day there were added unto them about cthree thousand souls.
42 And they continued asteadfastly in the apostles' doctrine and bfellowship, and in breaking of cbread, and in prayers.
43 And afear came upon every soul: and many wonders and bsigns were done by the apostles.
44 And all that believed were together, and had all things acommon;
45 And sold their possessions and goods, and parted them to all men, as every man had aneed.
46 And they, continuing daily with one accord in the atemple, and breaking bread from house to house, did eat their meat with gladness and bsingleness of heart,
47 Praising God, and having favour with all the people. And the Lord aadded to the bchurch daily such as should be saved.


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Monday, August 22, 2011
Roasted Fennel and Peppers
From the kitchen of One Perfect Bite...One of the treasures of late summer is the abundance of expensive vegetables that can be purchased for pennies on the dollar in local markets. Fennel, leeks and peppers come to mind. As autumn takes hold, they will again soar in price, but for now, they can be enjoyed with abandon. My kitchen tends to track the seasons, and when these vegetables appear in farmer's markets, I know its time to pull my French and Italian recipes from storage and start to fix some of our favorite Mediterranean meals. It's still too warm for the heavier braises, but there are loads of lighter dishes that work really well and help to bridge the seasons. Today's recipe is one of them. I served this tonight with a simple roast chicken and some thickly sliced heirloom tomatoes. Nothing more was needed. This is a strongly flavored dish that will not appeal to all tastes, but if you have fond memories of the food of Provence and Tuscany, you are in for a real treat. While some chopping is involved, this is a easy dish to prepare, and, if you have even meager knife skills, you can have it on the table in an hour. This dish works well with plain grilled meats and roasts, as well as chicken. I think most of you will enjoy this side-dish. Here's the recipe.
Roasted Fennel and Peppers...from the kitchen of One Perfect Bite courtesy of Healthy Cooking Magazine
2 large fennel bulbs, halved and sliced into 1-inch pieces
2 medium sweet red peppers, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 medium onion, cut into 1-inch pieces
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon rubbed sage
Fresh sage leaves, thinly sliced, optional
1) Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
2) Place fennel, peppers, onion and garlic in a 15-in. x 10-in. x 1-in. baking pan coated with cooking spray. Drizzle with oil; sprinkle with salt, pepper and rubbed sage. Toss to coat.
3) Bake, uncovered, for 20-25 minutes or until tender, stirring twice. Garnish with fresh sage if desired. Yield: 6 servings.
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59 comments :
- Ginny Hartzler said...
I have never tasted fennel before!
- August 22, 2011 at 12:23 AM
- koralee said...
I am very sure that this would be a family favourite..thanks for sharing. xoxo
- August 22, 2011 at 12:23 AM
- Rita Sella said...
Hi Marry, thanks for leaving comment @ my blog, your blog is inspiring, I'd love to try one of your recipe
- August 22, 2011 at 12:46 AM
- Jamie @ the unseasoned wok said...
These things are always expensive in Hawaii :( but that just means I can make it year round! I envy the people in your household. What a gorgeous meal. I like strong flavors by the way so I should have no problem with this one!
- August 22, 2011 at 1:27 AM
Yes peppers are expansive here too and probably one of a few variety that are not very happy in my garden:(I love both fennel and peppers and your salad looks really yummy:)
- August 22, 2011 at 1:35 AM
- My name is Riet said...
THis is a great recipe. I always have peppers in the fridge and use them a lot. Thank goodness they are never expensive here. I think I payed 3 for 2dollars or so. In winter they cost a bit more. They are easily to freeze for winter stock.
- August 22, 2011 at 1:49 AM
- Alessandra said...
Lovely Mary, I picked my last fennels from my vaggie garden, unfortunately, but maybe i will be able to still find some in the market :).
Have a good week
Alessandra - August 22, 2011 at 1:54 AM
- Terri @ that's some good cookin' said...
This is beaut, Mary. Thank you for the great idea. I love these vegetables.
- August 22, 2011 at 1:55 AM
- Diane said...
I love fennel and this recipe sounds like a goody. Take care Diane
- August 22, 2011 at 3:49 AM
- Deb in Hawaii said...
I love both fennel and red peppers so I imagine that his would be wonderful. So perfect for summer's bounty. ;-)
- August 22, 2011 at 4:18 AM
- Coleens Recipes said...
I've never tasted fresh fennel before either. I'll have to see if our markets carry it. The photo looks delicious.
- August 22, 2011 at 4:23 AM
- Marina said...
I adore your recipes.. Can I feature you on my blog when I recommend my readers some nice recipes from food blogs I like? :) Let me know!
- August 22, 2011 at 5:39 AM
- Maris (In Good Taste) said...
Another healthy and delicious dish to put on my must do list!
- August 22, 2011 at 6:13 AM
- Unknown said...
I love fennel....if you're looking for a great fennel dish - click here - WOW it's a winner! It's great! xoxo from Trinidad
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- Inspired by eRecipeCards said...
wonderful photo and such a delicious sounding meal... Love the fresh ingredients everywhere!
- August 22, 2011 at 7:01 AM
- Big Dude said...
This dish sounds wonderful Mary and I have everything on site but the fennel. Bev does grow golden fennel but it's primarily for the swallowtail butterfly caterpillers that are currently devouring it.
- August 22, 2011 at 7:09 AM
- Martha said...
Alas, our farmer's don't grow fennel and the one that grows leeks watches the market prices like a hawk so neither are very inexpensive here. But this does look good and I will try it sometime.
- August 22, 2011 at 7:10 AM
- SmilingSally said...
I don't remember ever eating fennel, but I'll bet if you cooked it, it'd be good!
Thanks for sharing your blues.
Happy Blue Monday!
Sally - August 22, 2011 at 7:21 AM
- Valerie Harrison (bellini) said...
In the past year is when I have only really become enamoured with fennel.
- August 22, 2011 at 7:35 AM
- Veronica said...
I absolutely love your blog! Fennel is a firm favourite and I adore roasted peppers. They always look so luscious in anything!'
www.tasselsandtwigs.blogspot.com - August 22, 2011 at 7:57 AM
- Unknown said...
I love roasted fennel but have never done them with peppers, sounds delish! Thanks, Chris
- August 22, 2011 at 8:06 AM
- polwig said...
I can't wait to try it, have not had fennel in a while and I love the addition of sage.
- August 22, 2011 at 8:06 AM
- Tanna said...
This one is going on the table tonight! perfect for my low-carb stint! Thank you. blessings ~ tanna
- August 22, 2011 at 8:12 AM
- JasmyneTea said...
This would be great as a side dish, and roasting would bring out all the great flavours in these vegetables. Fantastic!
- August 22, 2011 at 8:26 AM
- Karen S Booth said...
A TOP favourite combo of mine, fennel and peppers, and yours looks beautiful and so tasty too....I love your plate btw!
Karen - August 22, 2011 at 8:31 AM
I'm not a huge fan of fennel but you make this dish look so good I'll have to try it again!
- August 22, 2011 at 8:43 AM
- Cooking Creation said...
We've been harvesting peppers like crazy the past couple of weeks, freezing most of it. This would be a perfect use of the few I have in my fridge right now! It sounds delicious :)
- August 22, 2011 at 8:46 AM
- Unknown said...
I have had fennel only a handful of times, but have never used it in cooking myself... must change that! this dish looks wonderful!
- August 22, 2011 at 8:51 AM
- PeggyR said...
Sounds yummy!
- August 22, 2011 at 9:32 AM
- Jocie's Mom said...
Peppers are by far my favorite veg but coming it a $5.49 CI each (almost $7 US) they're a luxury I treat myself to only on rare occasions. I'll have to keep this recipe though because this looks like a fabulous way to showcase that yummy pepper flavor :)
- August 22, 2011 at 9:34 AM
- Kim said...
I love roasted veggies and, as you said, at this period of year, the markets are full of these... Fennel is one of my favorite and I shall roast some today!
- August 22, 2011 at 9:55 AM
- A Spoonful of Yumm said...
hi mary, thank you for your kind words. you have visited my blog before :) i do follow your blog. you have some unique recipes :)) love this combination of fennel and peppers
- August 22, 2011 at 10:17 AM
- Rita said...
I have never cooked with fennel; perfect recipe for me to try it out.
Rita - August 22, 2011 at 10:36 AM
- black eyed susans kitchen said...
Mary, Fennel is such a funny vegetable...my husband dislikes it but I love it. Now cilantro...I hate it and my husband loves it...so weird. I usually just shave the fennel raw into a salad but I really like the idea of roasting it.
- August 22, 2011 at 10:46 AM
- Miz Helen said...
Hi Mary,
What a great dish, that we would really enjoy. Just stopping by from OTMM, thanks for sharing!
Miz Helen - August 22, 2011 at 11:20 AM
- Beloved Green said...
My favorite time of year is when the farmer's market really starts to pick up and we get the late summer produce. Lovely dish!
- August 22, 2011 at 11:21 AM
I've tried fennel before and wasn't a huge fan, but that was a while ago and I really want to give it another chance. This looks like a simple way to do so!
- August 22, 2011 at 11:41 AM
- Chelsea said...
This sounds so nice and light. I've never cooked with fennel before, if you can believe it, and this looks like a good way to start! :)
- August 22, 2011 at 11:44 AM
- Kim, USA said...
Oh my these is awesome!! I can almost smell it ^_^ Happy Monday Mary!
Blue Monday - August 22, 2011 at 12:55 PM
- Joanne said...
I love it when veggies are so seasonal that you needn't do more than roast them to have the taste good. Great side dish!
- August 22, 2011 at 1:00 PM
I really wish I liked fennel, because this pasta looks spectacular. Unfortunately, I have a strong aversion to the spice. I can easily distinguish if it's on a bagel, bread, soup, etc. Maybe I'll grow to like it someday...so then I can make this dish. :)
- August 22, 2011 at 1:05 PM
- Juliana said...
Mary, what a beautiful and colorful dish...although I have to admit that I never cooked fennel, and this dish is a great way to start.
Hope you have a wonderful week ahead :-) - August 22, 2011 at 2:42 PM
- Pie said...
My Blue Monday is here. - August 22, 2011 at 3:12 PM
- Kim said...
roasted fennel is one of my favorites! hope you are having a fabulous week mary!
- August 22, 2011 at 4:45 PM
- jeanne said...
Hello Mary, I know this visit will surprise you but it is great to be here visiting once again. I have been lax in visiting for ever so long. Now that my busy summer has finally slowed down I am back and loving some time on my computer again.
The roasted fennel and peppers look delicious. I have never made a dish like this. I would like to try. Thanks for sharing your wonderful recipes with us. I am looking forward to many more visits and recipes to share that you are fond of making. I'm back.
Hugs, Jeanne - August 22, 2011 at 4:53 PM
- Faith said...
Would you believe I've never had roasted fennel?! I love its licorice-like flavor and I bet roasting really makes it something special!
- August 22, 2011 at 5:16 PM
- The Blonde Duck said...
I've never tried fennel!
- August 22, 2011 at 6:55 PM
- Atelier Sucrème: Mónica, Marta, María said...
Mary... many thanks to visit our blog! we're very happy!! Thanks because your visit has allowed us to know your magnificent blog. We follow you too!
- August 22, 2011 at 7:12 PM
- Aldy said...
Beautiful and delectable as always! Love roasted peppers and the addition of fennel sounds absolutely mouth-watering :)
Have a wonderful day, Mary!
Aldy. - August 22, 2011 at 8:35 PM
- Ellen Whyte said...
I don't like fennel much but you make this look good!
- August 22, 2011 at 8:42 PM
- sally said...
Glad to have another fennel recipe. I've received it several times in our CSA box and am sometimes at a loss for what to do with it.
- August 22, 2011 at 9:24 PM
- Ryan said...
This sounds lovely-- the blend of peppers and fennel sounds so good together! I agree, I'm trying to soak up all of the good produce before its gone. Its so nice while it lasts!
- August 22, 2011 at 10:14 PM
- My Little Space said...
Fennel is also available here at some huge supermarkets but have no idea what to do with them. Yours look really interesting. I'm sure my hubby has no complaint! haha....
Hope you're enjoying your day.
Blessings, Kristy - August 22, 2011 at 10:22 PM
- Elaine said...
The peppers in the market are so beautiful right now and this looks like a great side dish to showcase them.
- August 22, 2011 at 11:36 PM
- That Girl said...
I don't need memories, this makes me want to travel!
- August 24, 2011 at 12:18 AM
- Donna Elick said...
This looks absolutely amazing! I love fennel and peppers.
- August 24, 2011 at 10:14 AM
- Rivki Locker said...
I discovered roasted fennel just a few months ago and can't get enough of it! This looks perfect. I've never tried roasting fennel with pepper. Bookmarking this to try soon.
- August 24, 2011 at 8:37 PM
- Unknown said...
This dish sounds awesome.
- August 25, 2011 at 10:56 PM
- Tanna said...
Mary, I had to find my way back to this one to tell you than MY socks are still going up and down from this one!! LOVE the blend of the fennel, the red peppers, and the onion. Served it with a simple pork tenderloin thrown in the oven at the same time. Oh, my... the flavors of the fennel and sage went so very nicely with the pork. Of course, hubby and I were plotting how great this combo woule be on top of a brats in a roll! Thank you so much. Your recipes never disappoint! blessings ~ tanna
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# 3 hours too long for a mass movie. Song picturisation is a worry.
# Mass overload. Vijay and Mohanlal pack a punch, but this sure is a disappointment. D.Imman the saviour!


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A handy 25kg bag of Hanson Multicem. A premium, air-entrained 32,5R strength cement that makes fluffier, more workable mortar and provides enhanced frost resistance. Supplied in waterproof plastic packaging – suitable for outside storage.
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Collection from our branches at Kingsfold and Billingshurst. You can choose a collection date/time at checkout.
Delivery by pallet network. Standard delivery 2-4 days. Enter your postcode and item quantity below to see delivery cost.
Delivery by our own vehicles around Surrey and Sussex. Available delivery dates shown at checkout. Please see Delivery Information for costs.
Customers with a D W Nye trade credit account get free local delivery
All delivery charges are inclusive of VAT.
Local Delivery - Bulky Items Over £144 = Free Delivery Under £144 = £14.40 Next Day Delivery
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Local Delivery - Small Items Over £60 = £6 next day delivery or Free for a 2-4 Day Delivery from dispatch Under £60 = £12 next day delivery or £6 for a 2-4 Day Delivery from dispatch
National Delivery - Bulky Items Over £600 (inc VAT) = Free 2-4 Day Delivery from dispatch Under £600 (inc VAT) = £40 2-4 day Delivery from dispatch
The full day an item is dispatched is counted as the dispatch day not delivery day. Once the item is dispatched you will receive a notification on the actual delivery day
National Delivery - Small Items Over £60 (inc VAT) = £6 next day delivery or Free for a 2-4 Day Delivery from dispatch Under £60 (inc VAT) = £12 next day delivery or £6 for a 2-4 Day Delivery from dispatch
Local Delivery: Our main depot is in Kingsfold, near Horsham on the Surrey and Sussex border. The postcode is RH12 3SD. We operate a local delivery service from this single depot. Our catchment range for local deliveries is an average of 25 miles.
If a product has a 'Local Delivery' tick we are able to deliver this with our own lorries most of the time. Sometimes we will use external hauliers.
Deliveries will be made to kerbside only to the nearest safest point to the delivery address and off loaded onto firm ground. If the driver is requested to leave the highway and enter the property or site, any damage which may be caused to yours or the local authority's property (such as footpaths and manhole covers), will be your or your agents' responsibility, together with the cost of any repairs or replacement items. Entering properties or crane off loading over walls, hedges and fences will be made at our drivers discretion unless previously arranged with the transport office.
We will endeavour to deliver on the day specified, but cannot be held responsible should delays occur due to circumstances beyond our control. Please try and avoid arranging for tradesmen to begin work before the materials have arrived as D W Nye Ltd will not be held liable for any costs incurred as a result of not meeting a delivery date.
National Delivery: Many of our products can be sent anywhere in the country, either by post or by a haulier. This means the product will either come from ourselves or it will come from a 3rd party stockist. With most haulier deliveries this will be either in a van or in a box lorry with a pump truck. They will not be able to deliver with a crane offload lorry. If you have any special delivery requirements please let us know.
Collection from Store: These items are expected to be in stock most of the time (sometimes lead times do get extended and we are unable to have a 100% stock holding 100% of the time). You will need your order number and the card you used to pay online.
We have a range of machinery on site to load your materials onto your vehicle whether it be loose or bulk bagged aggregates, part or full pallets of bricks or blocks and if you are in a hurry please ring in advance and we can prepare your order to save you time when collecting.
Bulky Item: Some items in construction and landscaping are not always easy to handle and need either assistance or a crane to load/unload the materials. We have tried to make sure this is clear when ordering.
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The University community celebrated Princeton's success in football this fall with the return on Friday, Nov. 17, of a campus tradition -- the bonfire.
The tradition, which dates to the late 1800s, today is observed when Princeton sweeps Harvard and Yale in football. The campus hasn't had a bonfire since 1994, but this year's Tigers earned the honor in an exciting fashion, defeating Harvard 31-28 and Yale 34-31 despite trailing both games in the fourth quarter.
In addition to celebrating those successes, the bonfire served as a rally for Saturday's game against Dartmouth at 1 p.m. in Princeton Stadium. A win would clinch at least a share of Princeton's ninth Ivy League football title. (UPDATE: Princeton defeated Dartmouth 27-17 for a share of the Ivy League title with Yale. For details about the game, visit the Princeton athletics Web site.) The University's field hockey and men's and women's cross country teams have already won Ivy titles this fall.
Undergraduates began constructing the fire early Friday morning on Cannon Green under the supervision of the University fire marshal and the carpentry shop. Each class took a two-hour shift, and by 3 p.m., organizers were ready for the crowning touch: an outhouse. Inside the outhouse was a effigy of a Yale bulldog, and near the top of the pyre was an effigy of John Harvard.
Shortly after 6 p.m., the University Band led the football team through campus and onto the steps of Clio Hall. Senior Alex Lenahan, president of the Undergraduate Student Government, welcomed the crowd and introduced President Shirley M. Tilghman, who congratulated Coach Roger Hughes and the team on "an awesome season." Senior Class President Jim Williamson then introduced Hughes, who thanked the crowd for coming to the event and for their support throughout the season.
Hughes introduced football co-captains Jeff Terrell and Luke Steckel,
who made their way with a torch to Cannon Green and lit the fire. The
event, sponsored by the four undergraduate class governments, the
Undergraduate Student Government and the Office of the Dean of
Undergraduate Students, concluded with the singing of "Old Nassau."
According to the Princetoniana Committee website,
the first reported instances of sanctioned bonfires at Princeton were
to celebrate victories in baseball, not football. As football gained in
popularity and as games with Harvard and Yale started taking place each
year, the bonfire came to symbolize the capture of the Big Three title,
a mythical award consisting primarily of bragging rights.
Over the years, Princeton has swept the two teams about as often as it
has lost to the two teams. According to the University Archives, the
first year Princeton beat both Harvard and Yale was 1878, and it
has done so a total of 25 times. The first year Princeton lost to both
Harvard and Yale was 1882 (not counting 1877, when Princeton and
Harvard met twice and split); that record stands at 26 times.
Photos by John Jameson. Additional photos available online.


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