tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-70388824619011958262024-02-06T19:06:09.326-08:00Handcrafts and CookeryA little blog to document my adventures and misadventures in crafting and cooking...and anything else that I may find interesting or important.Aliciahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00131822930066000241noreply@blogger.comBlogger154125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7038882461901195826.post-14785671354625072952012-02-08T10:00:00.000-08:002012-02-08T10:00:04.073-08:00The Green Thumb Test<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;">Two weeks ago <a href="http://handcraftsandcookery.blogspot.com/2012/01/its-baby.html" target="_blank">I shared that one of my succulents was growing a baby</a>. Since then this little offset has grown nearly 2 inches and I decided that I wanted to try transplanting it to its own bit of soil. I couldn't find much information on the interwebs about how to do this, so I checked out <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Succulent-Container-Gardens-Eye-Catching-Easy-Care/dp/088192959X/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1328485762&sr=1-1" target="_blank">this book</a> from my local library. I followed the author's instructions--carefully detach the offset and pack into moistened cacti soil. </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;">Now, the hardest part: wait a couple of weeks before watering (to stave off root rot). *Fingers crossed that it will set down some roots and be happy.*</span></div>Aliciahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00131822930066000241noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7038882461901195826.post-63355536345379854702012-02-04T12:25:00.000-08:002012-02-04T12:25:36.116-08:00Sharing is Caring<div style="text-align: justify;">
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;">A few weeks ago I received a lovely message from <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/people/SevenBlue" target="_blank">SevenBlue</a> (aka Julie), a fellow Ravelry member. She was writing regarding <a href="https://docs.google.com/viewer?a=v&pid=explorer&chrome=true&srcid=0B61Dr5-KnVTDYzFiZTg2NTgtZWY2ZC00N2MwLThkMDMtYzFiODczNDY4NDU2&hl=en_US" target="_blank">one of my patterns</a>--which she was currently working on--and had a few friendly suggestions on how to improve the instructions. Recently she sent me a note saying she had finished it. I think it looks great!</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;">This is a first for me. It feels good knowing that my patterns are reaching an audience...even if it is one person.</span>Aliciahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00131822930066000241noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7038882461901195826.post-10744724054276312442012-01-25T21:49:00.000-08:002012-01-25T21:49:13.130-08:00It's a Baby!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;">My green succulent is having a baby! I noticed the bud a few days ago and it's been growing quite rapidly. I must be doing something right. </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;">Pocket pie <i>noun</i> 1 a scrumptious handheld treat consisting of two layers of pie crust stuffed with a sweet<i> </i>filling.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;">I started with a four berry jam.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;">And then another lightbulb went off! Savory pies filled with fontina, sun dried tomatoes, and feta.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;">Best breakfast and lunch...one right after the other.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Banana bread with chocolate chips, walnuts, and a splash of rum (I was out of vanilla extract!).</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;">Recipe courtesy of America's Test Kitchen. Embellishments were all my own. And I ate it <i>all</i>.</span>Aliciahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00131822930066000241noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7038882461901195826.post-28158702860494682502012-01-14T19:36:00.000-08:002012-01-14T19:40:31.032-08:00Good Eats: Mama's Chicken Noodle<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;"> I didn't make it, but I sure did eat it. </span></div>
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BBQ Duck Rice Plate--my favorite. (Plus ginger-garlic-scallion-oil mixture.)</div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;"><a href="http://www.yelp.com/biz/mamas-chicken-noodle-alameda-2" target="_blank">Mama's Chicken Noodle</a> is a magical place where one can find a bounty of tasty, savory morsels. Noodle soups, rice plates piled high with roasted meats, Chinese-style rice porridge, and more.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;">I always attempt to try something new, but inevitably end up ordering the BBQ duck plate--partly because roast duck is super tasty but also because I know I'll have leftovers to take home. I like to stir fry the rice and duck and top it with a fried egg; breakfast of champions.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;">Yesterday I turned 25 and so I celebrated the only way that I thought best: by throwing a Hello Kitty themed party complete with pink streamers, Hello Kitty balloons, and loads of Hello Kitty party favors. Plus lots of homemade sushi, good friends, and a custom-made rainbow birthday cake (thanks boyfriend!).</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;">And <i>super</i> tasty.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;">Christmas Day feast for us and our friends. We hosted the first Krampus Festivus last year and had a grand ol' time. This year was even better.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;">As I waited for the mix to come to a boil, I rummaged through the fridge to see if there was anything else I could throw in. I found some left over lamb from earlier in the week, parsley, and a parmesan rind--which I've read adds a yummy silkiness to soups. I let everything simmer for a bit, discarded the softened rind, seasoned to taste, and served myself a bowl. </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;">I made a bunch of spooky food. Christina mixed up some Zombie Punch. A bunch of friends dressed up in fabulous costumes--Crazy Cat Lady, Cloudy Sky, Alexander the Great, Boo from Monsters Inc., a Once-ler with the Lorax, and two cute witches. I was properly zombified by the end of the evening...and well into the next day, too. But it was worth it.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;">Almost-vegetarian roll: avocado, shittake, carrot, cucumber, tobiko. </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;">Tuna with avocado and cucumber. My favorite of the bunch.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;">Everything turned out pretty good and we ate well. I think I need to work on my rice to filling ratio, though. I guess I'll have to practice. </span></div>Aliciahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00131822930066000241noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7038882461901195826.post-83036774166558006942011-10-22T18:43:00.000-07:002011-10-22T18:43:08.578-07:00Cactus Jungle<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;">My brood of drought tolerant plants is growing. This morning I went to <a href="http://www.cactusjungle.com/index.html">Cactus Jungle</a>, a nursery in Berkeley. We've passed it many times and I've always been intrigued. We got there bright and early and as we stepped into this lush, green world nestled amongst warehouses and industrial lots, I couldn't help but think of <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o1tj2zJ2Wvg&ob=av3e">this song</a>.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;">Walking around Cactus Jungle was a lot of fun. They have lots of neat succulents and cacti, and even some herbs and veggie seedlings. Plus, the staff was super friendly. It took me a while, but I finally settled on one cactus and two succulents--each to compliment the three buddies the I already have.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;">I chose this guy because he looks super tough and would be a good contrast to the cactus that I already have. It was a little tricky replanting him into his new home...especially bare handed.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;">This light green beauty caught my eye because its different and has the potential to grow into a lovely cascade.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;">I couldn't pass up this blushing succulent. I'm excited to see how the coloring changes (or doesn't) as it grows.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;"> I think they make a lovely pair.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;">My first two are doing well. The smaller one is doing a lot better since we've moved. I think he likes the fresh air and morning sunshine.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;">Isn't she lovely? Evan and I went to Home Depot last weekend to pick up some bamboo stakes for the tomato plant. And I came home with this cactus, too. I just couldn't pass up this little bit of sunshine. </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;">I went home this weekend to visit my family and make our annual pilgrimage to <a href="http://www.applehill.com/">Apple Hill</a>, a magical place nestled in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada where one can find an array of delicious treats, fresh apples, orchards of pears, u-pick pumpkin patches, gourds, confections, handmade goodies, wine, and much, much more. </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;">I found these fall-centric goodies at a local market. I've never seen the ridged gourds before and I can't recall seeing the mini corn in the markets last year. I got very excited when I saw them and the temptation to splurge was too strong to ignore. Thankfully, the splurge didn't cost me too much. </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;"> I also made shiitake miso soup (with homemade dashi), ahi poke, and rice. Sorry, no pics.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;">More flowers, more budding tomatoes...despite the week of rainy weather. It's sunny and warm today and I'm hoping it'll stay that way.</span></div>
Aliciahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00131822930066000241noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7038882461901195826.post-64513684319404001852011-10-01T16:26:00.000-07:002011-10-01T16:26:44.081-07:00An Adventure<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;">Evan and I went on an adventure today. We traversed many neighborhoods and under the bay to get to San Francisco's <a href="http://www.sfjapantown.org/">Japantown</a>. There we meandered through stores <b>filled</b> with every imaginable import from the land of the rising sun. </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;">I tried my best to exercise self restraint, but alas the lure of bento supplies, adorable ceramics, <i>kawaii</i> stationary, and sushi cookbooks proved too strong. </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;">We treated ourselves to a super tasty lunch of sashimi bento and ramen at a place called <a href="http://www.kushitsuru.com/menus.html">Kushi Tsuru</a>, and then topped it all off with a crepe...Japan style. </span><br />
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Aliciahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00131822930066000241noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7038882461901195826.post-44509468458040638842011-09-30T08:13:00.000-07:002011-09-30T08:32:29.425-07:00Happy Friday<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;">Look what I found this morning:</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;">My little tomato plant is blossoming! Flowers started to appear last Thursday and I am so excited. They make the current heat wave a little more bearable. It's a little late in the season, but I hoping we can get some tomatoes before the cold weather sets in. *fingers crossed*</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;">A unique find discovered at a Sacramento antique mall.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;">A rectangular dish to match the set I got for <a href="http://handcraftsandcookery.blogspot.com/2011/01/birthday-weekend.html">my birthday</a>. </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;">I'm nearly fully recovered from organizing our annual fundraiser, the <a href="http://www.richmondmainstreet.org/events/spirit-soul-festival-and-fundraiser">Spirit & Soul Festival</a>. It was a lot of work (and quite stressful at times), but <i><b>100%</b></i> worth it.</span></div>
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