Rock salt lamp.... check.
Really nice live edge table... check.
Indoor wood colors... blonde... very Japanese like, nice french door... check.
Milling your own wood... double check.
Oregon Brand chainsaw attachment... no check... it stops when it comes within 20 yards of a spotted owl or a dark green Subaru. Nice motor part though.
Why do tow hitch balls always rust like that? Mine do the same thing. And mine are the OEM Honda parts, so they ain't cheap.
DIY: nice headphone stand. I seem to recognize the brand but not quite.... open back.
What's in the jar?
Taxes are higher ( no sales tax still? ) and by the ocean it's even wetter. You're better off on the rain shadow of the Olympics.
Better to stay in the Rogue River valley, much nicer weather... and you're close enough to this place.... it used to be a tiny place back in '80. but it has grown huge...
https://www.mapquest.com/us/california/all-star-liquors-express-12258746
it's funny, it reminds me of how the Indians had a liquor store in Puyallup on their reservation. But the place was basically suburban, so the State Liquor Tax guys started to stake out outside the reservation boundary and would track people going in and out of the liquor store. It was all on a main street so they could use binoculars. Then, once the customers existed the reservation, they'd stop them, confiscate the liquor and fine them -unless they could prove they were Indian.
So the Indians got pissed, they took this to the Courts. Claiming the State was breaking a Federal Treaty and they claimed back their lands, including the land on which the 5 is built on... and a bunch of the Eastern Port of Tacoma. Well, as you can imagine, Dixie Lee Ray would not be happy... so it went all the way to the US Supreme Court which ruled the Indians could do as they saw fit selling liquor, gasoline, cigarettes.... so long as it wasn't murder.
Eventually, the Indians moved their liquor store parking lot to the back side of the store so it wasn't visible down the street.
Really nice live edge table... check.
Indoor wood colors... blonde... very Japanese like, nice french door... check.
Milling your own wood... double check.
Oregon Brand chainsaw attachment... no check... it stops when it comes within 20 yards of a spotted owl or a dark green Subaru. Nice motor part though.
Why do tow hitch balls always rust like that? Mine do the same thing. And mine are the OEM Honda parts, so they ain't cheap.
DIY: nice headphone stand. I seem to recognize the brand but not quite.... open back.
What's in the jar?
Taxes are higher ( no sales tax still? ) and by the ocean it's even wetter. You're better off on the rain shadow of the Olympics.
Better to stay in the Rogue River valley, much nicer weather... and you're close enough to this place.... it used to be a tiny place back in '80. but it has grown huge...
https://www.mapquest.com/us/california/all-star-liquors-express-12258746
it's funny, it reminds me of how the Indians had a liquor store in Puyallup on their reservation. But the place was basically suburban, so the State Liquor Tax guys started to stake out outside the reservation boundary and would track people going in and out of the liquor store. It was all on a main street so they could use binoculars. Then, once the customers existed the reservation, they'd stop them, confiscate the liquor and fine them -unless they could prove they were Indian.
So the Indians got pissed, they took this to the Courts. Claiming the State was breaking a Federal Treaty and they claimed back their lands, including the land on which the 5 is built on... and a bunch of the Eastern Port of Tacoma. Well, as you can imagine, Dixie Lee Ray would not be happy... so it went all the way to the US Supreme Court which ruled the Indians could do as they saw fit selling liquor, gasoline, cigarettes.... so long as it wasn't murder.
Eventually, the Indians moved their liquor store parking lot to the back side of the store so it wasn't visible down the street.
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Thanks bud. I'm not sure what the headphones are. My wife bought them the way she buys things... by the way they look. That's why we own an Audi ;( It is fast and fun to drive though.
I'm safe with the saw, it's a Husky. It gets no love locally though as this is indisputably Stihl country.
If I could afford to retire, I'd be in heaven. I'd build everything from cars/motorcycles to boats to furniture to tools to sound gear and way, way beyond. The list is practically endless and that's what makes me tick.
I'm safe with the saw, it's a Husky. It gets no love locally though as this is indisputably Stihl country.
If I could afford to retire, I'd be in heaven. I'd build everything from cars/motorcycles to boats to furniture to tools to sound gear and way, way beyond. The list is practically endless and that's what makes me tick.
Any Kimchi fermentors out there? I do like my Kimchi. I like cucumber kimchi the best. Not Bachelor kimchi, just cucumber kimchi. Homemade of course.
I really like his presentation and the fact that with future shows he is able to say hold your horses, check out the new way. I only knew so much when we made the last show 10 years earlier.
I deserve a little fun. My knee is not all it could be right now so...
Pizza dogs tonight. Commercial smokies, home sauce, grated mozz along with tomato and yellow onion, both diced. Topped with powdered poultry seasoning of course.
Green salad as the accoutrement. That includes artichoke hearts and whatever else I find when I dig into the back of the fridge cauldron.
Pizza dogs tonight. Commercial smokies, home sauce, grated mozz along with tomato and yellow onion, both diced. Topped with powdered poultry seasoning of course.
Green salad as the accoutrement. That includes artichoke hearts and whatever else I find when I dig into the back of the fridge cauldron.
Lol, yeah, I get it @tobydog 🙂
I've learned to pick my battles and intercede only when necessary. Like recently when she started getting wound up wanting to buy an Ineos Grenadier. That was a 3 alarm fire type reaction. I doused the initial flare up but still have to keep an eye out as smoke is still rising from the ashes.
I've learned to pick my battles and intercede only when necessary. Like recently when she started getting wound up wanting to buy an Ineos Grenadier. That was a 3 alarm fire type reaction. I doused the initial flare up but still have to keep an eye out as smoke is still rising from the ashes.
🙂 this is not my current batch from the fridge that is radish. Here an older pict with cabbage, notice the rock weighing down the cabbage.
I just had some of my culture that is 2 yrs old and did not get the sh$$. Thats the oldest culture I have tried, must be still good.
Included, is a tub of pepperoncini that I fermented a few years ago. These turned out very good, its just a lot of work to poke and wash each pepper. My attempt in the washing machine and mass poking did not turn out as good as when all done by hand.
The Grenadier is not selling in large quantities. Company may not be around in 5 years.
Toyota, Mahindra Roxor (if available), and G-Wagen are better choices, the military G-Wagen built in Austria may be available ex military.
The Roxor is an off road only version, really a CJ-5, they had to change the front shape due to objections from Jeep.
Less than $15,000, and fun.
No ties to any names above.
Toyota, Mahindra Roxor (if available), and G-Wagen are better choices, the military G-Wagen built in Austria may be available ex military.
The Roxor is an off road only version, really a CJ-5, they had to change the front shape due to objections from Jeep.
Less than $15,000, and fun.
No ties to any names above.
@NareshBrd I'm really trying to steer her towards Toyota/Lexus. The Audi (SQ5) is depreciating so fast that I'm half tempted to replace the supercharger pulley and make it REALLY fast. That's a terrible idea but still tempting.
@tonyEE If you find yourself up this way during the summer, do yourself around favor and visit Butcher and Baker in Port Gamble. Pro-tip: get your food to-go, cross the street and drive through the shops toward the point. Turn right at the end, ignore the sign that says "restricted area" and drive across the lot to the kayak rental area. There are 3-4 picnic tables right there overlooking the water. 👍
In an effort to enjoy the nice weather and clear room in the freezer, I'll be smoking 10lbs of burgers tomorrow. Hopefully the kids can make it 🙂
@tonyEE If you find yourself up this way during the summer, do yourself around favor and visit Butcher and Baker in Port Gamble. Pro-tip: get your food to-go, cross the street and drive through the shops toward the point. Turn right at the end, ignore the sign that says "restricted area" and drive across the lot to the kayak rental area. There are 3-4 picnic tables right there overlooking the water. 👍
In an effort to enjoy the nice weather and clear room in the freezer, I'll be smoking 10lbs of burgers tomorrow. Hopefully the kids can make it 🙂
Port Gamble... we normally go to the point, to that place with all the knick knacks, get some coffee and walk to the water and check out the view.
The other place is up Fort Worden in Port Townsend. But the restaurants in that town are, IMHO, overrated and overwhelmed by Seattle people. And we are very picky and jaded with our food so we don't get impressed easily. That said, Banana Leaf Thai Bistro is reasonably priced and tasty for a good, honest meal. Sort of American-Thai though. Fusion. Not hot enough for me.
But we'll make a point of checking those picnic tables. Plan is to be there for a bit in August.
Maybe we should go up there and crank the stereo and play some hip hop... drive YOU nuts down the street? ;-)
The other place is up Fort Worden in Port Townsend. But the restaurants in that town are, IMHO, overrated and overwhelmed by Seattle people. And we are very picky and jaded with our food so we don't get impressed easily. That said, Banana Leaf Thai Bistro is reasonably priced and tasty for a good, honest meal. Sort of American-Thai though. Fusion. Not hot enough for me.
But we'll make a point of checking those picnic tables. Plan is to be there for a bit in August.
Maybe we should go up there and crank the stereo and play some hip hop... drive YOU nuts down the street? ;-)
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@tonyEE The Banana Leaf Bistro has stood the test of time so I imagine it must be good. Otherwise, I generally agree about the available food in PT.
Many of the efforts to stand out with trendy, artistic menus fall flat with me.
Now, that spot in Port Gamble is another matter entirely. I'd be surprised if you don't find yourself as a repeat customer. In addition to the main menu items they also sell a selection of cured meats, baked goods and desserts (very,very good). I enjoyed a burger there yesterday with an old friend who happened to be in the area for a couple days. It's hard to beat perfect weather, a killer view and good conversation. My friend, who is somewhat of a foodie and good cook himself was suitably impressed.
Today's spur of the moment inspiration came as my wife was peeling boiled eggs for egg salad. A package of soyrizo (a healthier alternative that doesn't completely suck) was on the counter, so 10 minutes later we were enjoying soyrizo egg salad. Not bad at all but I'd love to try it with proper chorizo
Many of the efforts to stand out with trendy, artistic menus fall flat with me.
Now, that spot in Port Gamble is another matter entirely. I'd be surprised if you don't find yourself as a repeat customer. In addition to the main menu items they also sell a selection of cured meats, baked goods and desserts (very,very good). I enjoyed a burger there yesterday with an old friend who happened to be in the area for a couple days. It's hard to beat perfect weather, a killer view and good conversation. My friend, who is somewhat of a foodie and good cook himself was suitably impressed.
Today's spur of the moment inspiration came as my wife was peeling boiled eggs for egg salad. A package of soyrizo (a healthier alternative that doesn't completely suck) was on the counter, so 10 minutes later we were enjoying soyrizo egg salad. Not bad at all but I'd love to try it with proper chorizo
Spanish "chorizo" is always cured. Hard like a salami.
You might want to try "sobrasada" which is lightly smoked.
Mexican chorizo is another thing... but it has lots of fat in it.
Soyrizo... hmm... I like my tofu and my chorizo honest.
Wife was in Torrance this morning, went to Meiji Tofu and brought back a block of the "soft tofu" and a basket of the "very soft tofu". Guess what's for dinner tonite? The very soft tofu you just eat right off the basket with a spoon. Maybe a touch of tamari sauce.
Like we say:
"Es muy oiishi"
You might want to try "sobrasada" which is lightly smoked.
Mexican chorizo is another thing... but it has lots of fat in it.
Soyrizo... hmm... I like my tofu and my chorizo honest.
Wife was in Torrance this morning, went to Meiji Tofu and brought back a block of the "soft tofu" and a basket of the "very soft tofu". Guess what's for dinner tonite? The very soft tofu you just eat right off the basket with a spoon. Maybe a touch of tamari sauce.
Like we say:
"Es muy oiishi"
I'm only familiar with Mexican chorizo and generally avoid it but every now and then I can't resist.
Charcuterie, The Craft of Salting, Smoking and Curing is another book that's been gathering dust here. I think I'll pull it off the shelf and try something soonish
Charcuterie, The Craft of Salting, Smoking and Curing is another book that's been gathering dust here. I think I'll pull it off the shelf and try something soonish
And it begins. 2-2.5 hours at ~225°F. I haven't done this in 3-4 years and my mouth is watering already
If you are considering curing, I recommend one of the many variants of pork loin. It is by far the best deal and is very forgiving, not to mention rewarding.
Pork is perfect Cal. I very much intend to try curing and will confer before jumping into it. 👍
We're getting close to adding cheddar and I hear the kids coming down the driveway... later y'all
We're getting close to adding cheddar and I hear the kids coming down the driveway... later y'all