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Archives for July 2011
Frieda’s Meyer Lemons (Review), Now at Rouse’s
Frieda’s Inc., a woman-owned, family business, is celebrating their 50th year in the produce industry. Focusing on specialty produce, Frieda’s Inc., supplies retailers with over 600 types of gourmet vegetables, exotic fruits, and companion items. Founded by Frieda Caplan, in 1962, it was the first woman owned produce company in the United States. Frieda’s is […]
Wordless Wednesday 7/27/11
Flirty Aprons
Lately, I have been on a cupcake baking frenzy! I am even breaking away from the traditional vanilla and chocolate and trying to be a little creative in the kitchen. How does a banana foster cupcake sound? Well, I’m working on it. The only hazard of baking & icing cupcakes is the frosting stains on […]
Cornbread: Sweet or Salty (Recipes)
Today in the city, the lunch special all across town will be traditional New Orleans Red Beans and Rice. Having red beans on Monday started because it used the leftover meat from Sunday dinner and could be left generally unattended while the washing was done. Traditionally, cornbread is served along with the dish. Some eat it separately, while others […]
Pelicanpalooza (8/7/11 @ Southport Hall)
What: Pelicanpalooza, the main fundraiser benifitting Camp Pelican, a camp for children with pulmonary disorders When: August 7, 2011 Time: 12 pm – 8pm Where: Southport Hall Cost: $15 & kids under 12 are free! Family Friendly Event . . The date for Pelicanpalooza 2011 is set for Sunday August 7th at Southport Hall!!! Entertainment will be […]
Stay Safe in the Summer Heat
Across the country it is HOT! Today in New Orleans, the heat index at Audubon Park is 104 degrees and some of the hottest days of summer are yet to come. Heat related illnesses are dangerous and can have life changing consequences. In America, more people die each year from extreme heat than hurricanes, […]