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Hoppin’ All Over the Bunny Trail

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Posted 07 Apr 2010 — by FV
Category As I see it., Food Holidays

We caught him!

 I would like to come up with some snappy, humorous tirade about my Easter experience this year. I wish I had something to complain about, some nutritional infarctions, some family idiosyncrasies to exploit. But, alas, I have nothing but good to report. I have previously harped on the sugar issue (for now) and everywhere we visited had some really good, wholesome foods and drinks.

We packed up the bunny we found hiding eggs throughout our home and we hit the road starting on Good Friday and continuing our travels through Easter Sunday. I’ve put together a highlight reel for you to see…

Egg hunt at the park!

More egg hunting, different party.

Creepy, but delicious and traditional lamb cake.

It's eyes follow you! Told ya, creepy!

Big kids' table.

Little kids' table.

Nothing says Easter like a night-time Bocce Court!

So, as you can see we event-hopped and soaked up every bit of Easter joy that we could find. Now we’ll be on to gardening, landscaping and hopefully globe-trotting, eating all the while.

Happy Easter and also Happy National Coffee Day! (coffee, after all, got me through all the running around this Holiday weekend)

Caffeinatedly yours,

FV

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HAPPY COAHSD!

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Posted 29 Mar 2010 — by FV
Category Food Holidays

Can you feel the buzz in the air? Do you long for a reason to celebrate? Are you egg-cited for Easter, but can’t take the anticipation? Well, I have for you some news that will make you happy as a clam!

Wednesday, March 31st is National Clams On A HalfShell Day!

Happy COAHSD!!

The Duchess and I have been longing for a seafood fest dinner night, so this may be just the occasion to indulge. Our last one was a great success. 

Here’s the skinny on these delicious bi-valves:

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 3 oz:  [change]
Amount Per Serving
Calories 130 Calories from Fat 15
% Daily Value*
Total Fat  0g 2%
  Saturated Fat  0g 0%
Cholesterol  55mg 20%
Sodium  95mg 4%
Total Carbohydrates  4g 0%
  Dietary Fiber  0g 0%
Protein  22g 45%
Vitamin A  10% Vitamin C  30%
Calcium  8% Iron  130%
Zinc  15% Thiamin  8%
Riboflavin  20% Niacin  15%
Vitamin B-6  6% Folate  6%
Vitamin B-12  1400% Phosphorus  30%
Magnesium  4%  
* Percent Daily values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.  Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs

Holy Iron, Aqua-Man!  These little buggers are full of some great vitamins and minerals, including crazy amounts of B-12, the added ingredient in Five Hour Energy drink, found right here in food, huh.  The cholesterol number looks impressive next to the zeros in fat and saturated fat, but it’s really of little or no consequence, even for someone on a low cholesterol diet. Also, how about that protein?? 22 grams! That’s more than a whole can of tuna and Flipper doesn’t ever get accidentally caught by clammers!  The only problem with clams is usually in the cooking. People tend to butter, oil, fry or sauce this delicacy to the max. Try a simple steam with white wine, a touch of butter, garlic and cilantro. (this is also a treatment at a local esthetician!) Click here for a good recipe suggestion!

So, you have been notified. You have two whole days to prepare. Take a break from the egg dying and grab some clams. You can try them live or in a can. Be sure to check the can ingredients and avoid added salt and/or sugars. These additives usually mean the producer is trying to cover up a substandard product.

Enjoy the Holiday and I’ll be thinking of you tomorrow on the very special Clams On A HalfShell Day Eve!

Bi-valve-ly yours,

FV

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