Hunger Knows No Age or Calendar

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Hunger crosses all ages and doesn’t have the ability to read a calendar. That means that adults and children alike can be affected and those in need don’t get a respite from hunger during the holidays. I was reminded of … Continue reading

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Running because….

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Running is a simple activity that can elicit a complex discussion. The conversation is usually initiated by a self-proclaimed “runner” and starts with the most basic question, “Are you a runner?” The answer actually requires some thought. “I don’t know. Is something … Continue reading

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A Spot at the Thanksgiving Table

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Happy Tuesday EBH Community. It’s two days until Thanksgiving and people are beginning to prep for their family gatherings and turkey dinners. Potatoes will be boiled for mashing and cranberry sauce will be decanned (although I strongly recommend a fresher … Continue reading

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Food Awakens w/ Coffee

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What happens when an Asian-American chef with an affinity for drinking tea stumbles upon an NPR story touting coffee as the new wine, with all the same nuances and depth in pairing? How about an experiment in creativity, flavor, boundaries … Continue reading

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The First Cut – an educational series…

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It’s two days before the big game. You have friends coming over and you want to impress them with your grilling and tailgating skills. You’re standing at the meat counter at your local grocery store, “Now Serving” ticket in hand, clueless as … Continue reading

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Mission Accomplished – Totally Local VC’s Dinner @ The Mission

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It was a crisp and breezy evening in Ventura, but the warmth and sense of community was well represented. Over 100 proud citizens of Ventura County attended the Dinner at the Mission on Thursday, July 26th and, it’s fair to say no one … Continue reading

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Coffee in a Cup(cake)

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Cupcake Counter 5/3/12 This week has been coffee week in our house, with a fresh purchase of beans from Ventura Coffee and fresh cups brewed each morning. Lucky for us, dessert followed suit thanks to the cupcakes that Toni C. brought into … Continue reading

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In For a Tune-up, w/ a Side of Fries

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The timing couldn’t have been better. I had just been talking about craving a good hot dog when a VCS Eats posting caught my eye. It was advertising the pre-opening training service at Garage Dogs – Hot Dogs, Hamburgers, Rippers. My wife and I don’t … Continue reading

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Speculating about Speculoos

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This posting marks the second article by Bree Hendrick, generously written for our Guest Posting category.* I was at Trader Joe’s, my hand outstretched to a jar of the raw unsalted almond butter we usually buy, when something new in the … Continue reading

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Orange You Glad It’s Cupcake Day?!?

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Cupcake Counter 4/6/12 The Cupcake Counter treat showcased this week is called the Orange You Glad It’s Cupcake Day?!? This Orangette inspired cupcake immediately reminds you of a chocolate dipped ice cream cone. The luscious, orange-infused frosting underneath is just as … Continue reading

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