This past weekend I went to NoCo. For those of you who don't know, NoCo is short for North Conway, a small town in northern New Hampshire of about 2,500 people. This area is known for it's ski resorts in the winter (Cranmore is a favorite of my family), but also offers great outdoor activities in the warm summer months. The great Mount Washington, "the home of the world's worst weather", boarders this town on one side. Mourt Washington is the largest mountain east of the Mississippi. Some of the fastest winds in the Northern Hemisphere were recorded on this peak. From far away in the winter seasons, this peak is snow capped and daunting. In the summer, the peak is green and lush.
On the other side of town, the Saco River twists and turns under covered bridges and through succulent plant life. Leaves covering some of the tallest pines to be seen in New England, ferns blanketing the ground and the mountains rising majestically toward the blue skies creates the most peaceful landscape for a float down its cool, calm waters.
What this weekend was really about was memorable times with great friends. Friday night was filled with Cards Against Humanity and pumpkin beer while floaties, moose statues, and crazy dance moves entertained all attendees from early Saturday afternoon until the wee hours of Sunday morning. Yes, this area is beautiful and relaxing, but what NoCo is really about it connecting with people. Sitting down around a table without the glow of phones while laughing, talking and really looking and listening to each other is a refreshing experience. Connecting in person rather than communicating through screens is invigorating and something that I truly cherish nowadays. Human connection...and some great hangover food from Boston Brother's Pizzeria.
Until next year NoCo, until next year!
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Tuesday, August 26, 2014
Sunday, January 27, 2013
Bon A Petiet
Many people love Fridays. Who wouldn't? It's finally the weekend. We look forward to two full days of freedom. No nose-to-the-grind mentality. No reporting to the clock. No worries. And I am one of these people. But do not mistaken my love for adoration. I adore Sundays. Cherish them. This one day is what you may call the "holy grail" of my week.
I don't really know why I like this day so much. It could be because this was the day that my family set aside to be together. Or maybe it was because I always woke up early on this day to go to church. Or it could be because my favorite sport is played on this day during the year (football of course!). No matter the reason my earliest memories of Sundays all involve food. Yup, that delicious home-cooked meal that my Mom or Nana would make. Oh the stews, roasted turkey, meatballs, and casseroles. The burgers, potatoes, pork roasts, and chicken cacciatore. How I love that food...
Since moving out of my house, I have missed those meals and thus came to a conclusion. I have decided to dedicate this day to cooking. Food-prep for the week. Baking. Roasting. Sauteing. I just want to make that Sunday dinner I so looked forward to while living at home. Recently, I have shared the few meals I have made on Sunday with my roommates and loving boyfriend. I love cooking for others and my love of "food Sundays."
I find these meals delectable. Recently, I have made rosemary chicken with asparagus and sauteed potatoes and some veggie pasta dish. But today I'm trying something new. Starting today, I want to make some of those home-cooked meals like the ones my Mom makes (yes, she still cooks Sunday dinner for everyone who is home). This week it will be Beef Stroganoff with Mustard Brussels Sprouts. I am looking forward to this new Sunday activity. It's a great end to my favorite day...
I am thinking I will post pictures of my creations for you all to see and feel free to leave suggestions. Until then, I will use the French phrase made popular by the queen of television cooking herself, Julia Child. "Bon A Petiet" and enjoy the rest of your Sunday!
I don't really know why I like this day so much. It could be because this was the day that my family set aside to be together. Or maybe it was because I always woke up early on this day to go to church. Or it could be because my favorite sport is played on this day during the year (football of course!). No matter the reason my earliest memories of Sundays all involve food. Yup, that delicious home-cooked meal that my Mom or Nana would make. Oh the stews, roasted turkey, meatballs, and casseroles. The burgers, potatoes, pork roasts, and chicken cacciatore. How I love that food...
Since moving out of my house, I have missed those meals and thus came to a conclusion. I have decided to dedicate this day to cooking. Food-prep for the week. Baking. Roasting. Sauteing. I just want to make that Sunday dinner I so looked forward to while living at home. Recently, I have shared the few meals I have made on Sunday with my roommates and loving boyfriend. I love cooking for others and my love of "food Sundays."
I find these meals delectable. Recently, I have made rosemary chicken with asparagus and sauteed potatoes and some veggie pasta dish. But today I'm trying something new. Starting today, I want to make some of those home-cooked meals like the ones my Mom makes (yes, she still cooks Sunday dinner for everyone who is home). This week it will be Beef Stroganoff with Mustard Brussels Sprouts. I am looking forward to this new Sunday activity. It's a great end to my favorite day...
I am thinking I will post pictures of my creations for you all to see and feel free to leave suggestions. Until then, I will use the French phrase made popular by the queen of television cooking herself, Julia Child. "Bon A Petiet" and enjoy the rest of your Sunday!
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| Quick and Easy Beef Stroganoff from Cooking Light http://www.myrecipes.com/recipe/quick-beef-stroganoff-50400000125714 |
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