Happy Father’s Day!
June 17th, 2012 | Author: Alysha
To all the dads out there, happy Father’s Day! I had an article about children who followed in their dad’s culinary footsteps published in the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel today to celebrate the holiday. On the cover is Michael Engel and his three sons of Pastiche in Bay View. (You can read their story here). For the entire five sections, visit JSOnline’s Food section.
I know I’ve been slightly MIA for most of the week. I was actually in Minneapolis Wednesday and Thursday for work. I’d love to get back up there to visit and see the city more – especially St. Louis Park (I saw they had a Lululemon and I pretty much squealed).
Last night, my mom, sister and baby Tristan came over for dinner. Me and my sis left for a bit to see “What to Expect When You’re Expecting.” I LOVED it! I’m so embarrassed to admit, but I actually cried about 3 times during the movie. I wasn’t expecting so many emotional parts.
When we got home, we made homemade pizzas (the sourdough pizza crust is our go-to recipe from King Arthur flour). Toppings included pepperoni (it said Wisconsin Quality on the package, but it was actually manufactured in Kansas!), green peppers, onions, kalamata olives, Mozzarella cheese and Asiago. On the side, we dolled up a Suddenly Salad pasta salad with peas, kalamata olives and bacon bits. The meal deserved a gold star for sure.
Nuts About Granola Product Review
This morning before my 6-mile run, I tried out my Nuts About Granola sample. They have a ton of flavors, but I was happy to receive their Peanut Butter Granola to try. It may go without saying, but this granola tastes homemade (and has a similar texture to my Apple Butter Granola). I’ve tried other commercial brands and some flavors just taste…off. This stuff tastes like I made it myself, fresh, simple, tasty.
I also love the very distinct peanut butter flavor. I can see myself sprinkling it over waffles or pancakes (in addition to yogurt). As far as ingredients go, everything is natural: whole oats, peanuts, brown sugar, honey, natural peanut butter, canola oil, organic wheat bran, cinnamon and natural sea salt. You can buy Nuts About Granola products at these locations or online.
Disclaimer: Nuts About Granola has given me this product to review. I was not given the product in exchange for a positive review. All opinions are my own.
Questions: How did you celebrate Father’s Day?
What’s the last great movie you saw? Besides “What to Expect,” Brenton and I saw “In Time” with Justin Timberlake. I saw it got some flack, but we really liked it.
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I have dying to see that movie, glad it was a hit! That pizza looks delicious.
Alex @ therunwithin recently posted..What I didn’t Want to Write
I’ve heard of several people crying during that movie, so don’t feel embarrassed. We made homemade pizza on Friday (on the grill!) and it was so good. Your’s looks super delicious!
Ryan and I hardly ever go to the theater unless if it’s a movie we really want to see. I think the last one was The Social Network (ha that was like, forever ago!).
Brittney @ Brittney Breathing recently posted..Busy Bee
I saw the social network with my parents. My mom thought it was the best movie since sliced bread!
Alysha recently posted..Happy Father’s Day!
Great article. We waited 2 weeks to get into Pastiche for dinner. We were blown away, the place is excelente!
Erica recently posted..June, So Far
2 weeks!? You’ve gotta be kidding. At least than means it’s good!
Alysha recently posted..Happy Father’s Day!
Perfect newspaper topic for father’s day, and an interesting read!
Karis recently posted..Quinoa Stir-Fry {Version 2}
Sounds like a good weekend! I love the cast in that movie so I’m excited about it!
Laurie @ Love, Laugh, Laurie recently posted..The Great Milwaukee Race
The last movie I saw was The Hunger Games. I’m not a huge movie person, so I have to really want to see something to commit 2 hours of my life to it!
Erica @ For the Sake of Cake recently posted..My First Vlog!
That’s a good point, Erica. Brenton was watching some lame-o movie last night. I just didn’t have the time or attention to pay attention, and that’s OK!
Alysha @Shesontherun recently posted..Happy Father’s Day!
I’ve been wondering if that movie is good! I definitely want to see it now!
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I want to see What to Expect! I just watched Young Adult, which is based in Minnesota, and shot partially in Minneapolis, which was really fun because she “lived” down the street from us!
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I saw Young Adult a few weeks ago and I was a little disappointed. I didn’t except for it to be so depressing!
Alysha @ Shesontherun recently posted..Happy Father’s Day!
I can guarantee I’ll be crying when I see that movie too. Though my friends & family would say that my crying is no indication of how touching a movie is…I say that I just “feel” more than everyone else does. :)
I saw “Rock of Ages” with a couple of girlfriends last night. I’m a musical junkie & love 80s music so of course I liked it. However, it had been awhile since I’d seen a legit musical in the theater so I kind of got the giggles the first few times they broke into song.
My dad was out of town yesterday so we had a nice long chat in the morning & will hopefully see each other this weekend to wash down a few beers together.
Sorry for the long comment. I’ve been reading for a while but I think this is the first time I’ve commented. Hello fellow Wisconsinite!!
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So nice to “meet” you, Tricia! I read some pretty bad reviews for “Rock of Ages,” but I am a child of the 80s, so I’ll definitely see it eventually.
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