I like bread in general and Banana Bread in particular. Especially warm. Especially homemade. So here is a recipe that allows you to celebrate. It is a great recipe, I can promise you. ===============BANANA BREAD INGREDIENTS: 2 cups flour3/4 cup sugar3/4 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1 1/2 cups toasted walnuts, coarsely chopped3 large bananas, very … Continue reading National Banana Bread Day
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First Cincinnati Reds Spring Training Game
Last year I celebrated the Cincinnati Reds season with bombast and boasting, thinking the title was in the bag. Wasn't. I was wrong. Another disappointing season. This year I will be more quiet but still enthusiastic. We can do this guys. Today is the first spring training game of the 2020 campaign. Welcome baseball. Go … Continue reading First Cincinnati Reds Spring Training Game
National Cherry Pie Day
I do love cherry pie, whether for dessert or for breakfast. Especially for breakfast. It is likely no accident that cherry pie day happens close to the birthday of George Washington who has his own famous tie to the cherries. So enjoy and have a slice of cherry pie today. And smile showing your wooden … Continue reading National Cherry Pie Day
Random Acts of Kindness
Today is National Random Acts of Kindness Day and you should really join me in celebrating by reaching out to a friend, family member and especially a stranger with a random act of kindness. The world really needs this now. As always you can find more at http://www.walterthinnes.com and on Twitter @walterthinnes
National Almond Day
Today is National Almond Day and what a tasty, versatile nut it is. You can spice them up for snacks with either savory or sweet coatings. You can drink them as milk (you can find many recipes for making almond milk at home on the web, but easier just to pick up a carton at … Continue reading National Almond Day
A very warm, very special day
I'm sure you already know what a special day today is. I bet you're already feeling warm and happy. Because unofficially winter is over. You see, pitchers and catchers report to the Cincinnati Reds camp today to start Spring Training so I have a happy and warm feeling all over. Wait a moment, someone is … Continue reading A very warm, very special day
National Tortellini Day
Ah, one of my favorite pasta shapes and a stuffed one at that! The legend of how the shape originated goes that when the goddess Venus checked into an inn, the innkeeper was so struck by her beauty that he tried to watch her through the door's keyhole. But all he could see was her … Continue reading National Tortellini Day
National Umbrella Day
Today is National Umbrella Day and if you live in New York City you will really need it today. Snap a picture of yourself with your favorite umbrella, post it to social media with the tag #NationalUmbrellaDay and then promptly leave it behind on the seat of the next taxi you take. To celebrate watch … Continue reading National Umbrella Day
National Bagel and Lox Day
Bagel and Lox are my absolute favorite breakfast and to celebrate I have acquired all the fixings for an excellent meal. If you are reading this when it is posted Sunday morning you can be assured that is exactly what I am eating. Feel free to join me. I toast my bagels. Don't hate me. … Continue reading National Bagel and Lox Day
In Memoriam – Kirk Douglas
I'm sure you've heard by now that legendary actor Kirk Douglas passed away this week at age 103. You can find plenty of obituaries recounting his storied career, including "Paths of Glory" and the amazing "Spartacus." But I will always remember a personal chance encounter. In May 2001 I purchased tickets to a Broadway revival … Continue reading In Memoriam – Kirk Douglas
February is Great American Pie Month
...and I do love me some pie. So see the recipe and picture below, and set it aside for this summer's Independence Day celebration. You won't regret it... ===============American Berry PieSUMMARY: Fresh summer berries and a flaky butter and almond crust create a delicious patriotic pie. INGREDIENTS: CRUST2 cups all-purpose flour1/4 cup finely chopped almonds1/4 … Continue reading February is Great American Pie Month
National Homemade Soup Day
I've said it before - make soup at home instead of opening a can. Here's a great soup recipe for cold winter days. Pair it with a grilled cheese and slice some basil to flavor it. And unlike other tomato soup recipes this is easy to reheat because there is no dairy. Give it a … Continue reading National Homemade Soup Day
National Football Hangover Day
Okay, everyone who didn't watch the big game last night, raise your hand. Hmmm. Thought so. What I love is that TiVO has a feature where the DVR will play back the recording skipping the game and letting you watch just the commercials. Though generally, I thought they were a deeply mixed group (except for … Continue reading National Football Hangover Day
National Tater Tot Day
As you know, I celebrate National Food Days and have never mentioned National Tater Tots Day. It was not because I don't like them, I do. It is not because they are not interesting, they are. According to Wikipedia: "The product was created in 1953 when Ore-Ida founders F. Nephi Grigg and Golden Grigg[1][2][3] were trying to figure … Continue reading National Tater Tot Day
Review – Harry Townsend's Last Stand
The new play by George Eastman is about growing older and the consequences thereof. Harry Townsend (Len Cariou) is widowed, in his eighties and still living in the lake house he treasures. A visit from his son Alan Townsend (Craig Bierko) slowly wends its way to the easily anticipated question - shouldn't dad move somewhere … Continue reading Review – Harry Townsend's Last Stand
Return of the sourdough
It's Alive! I mean literally a living thing! For many years I maintained a sourdough starter with which I made bread, biscuits, waffles, pancakes and more. During my recent health issues I reluctantly got rid of it as it requires daily feeding and maintenance and I was simply not able to tend to it. As … Continue reading Return of the sourdough
We will miss the Train Daddy
If you don't live in New York City you may not have heard what nearly everyone here is mourning. The MTA boss Andy Byford has resigned after only two years on the job. I have complained about the failings of mass transit in the city. Mr. Byford was turning it around, improving on-time subway train … Continue reading We will miss the Train Daddy
National Bubble Wrap Appreciation Day
The last Monday in January is National Bubble Wrap Appreciation Day and there are good reasons (pop) to celebrate. The product was developed in the late 1950's (pop) by two inventors who sealed two shower curtains together incorporating air bubbles. Their intent (pop) was to create a three dimensional wallpaper (pop) but that didn't sell … Continue reading National Bubble Wrap Appreciation Day
In Memoriam – Terry Jones
I became a fan of Monty Python's Flying Circus back in the 1970's when they were rebroadcast in America on Public Television (my father leaned more toward Benny Hill and The Two Ronnies, but I was solidly Monty Python). A few days ago we lost one of the founders, Terry Jones, and he will be … Continue reading In Memoriam – Terry Jones
National Handwriting Day
National Handwriting Day was established way back in 1977 by the "Writing Instrument Manufacturers Association." They wanted to sell more of those pens, pencils and crayons that their members cranked out at a furious rate. Then came the computer and how is it looking now? Lack of cursive writing skills in young 'uns is a … Continue reading National Handwriting Day
January is National Soup Month
Way back in 1986 the Campbell's company named January as National Soup Month. Not surprisingly they were angling to sell more cans of soup during this cold month. But you can cross them up by making your own at home. You can find easier soups but you will never find a tastier, more January appropriate … Continue reading January is National Soup Month
Come see Driving Miss Daisy this weekend at Polaris North
This weekend (Friday, January 24 @ 7 PM; Saturday, January 25 @ 7 PM and Sunday, January 26 @ 2 PM) you should stop by the Polaris North Studio (245 West 29th Street, 4th floor) here in New York. There you will find a very talented cast led by a very talented director and assisted … Continue reading Come see Driving Miss Daisy this weekend at Polaris North
National Cheese Lovers Day
You can count me among the cohort celebrating today as I simply adore cheese. There are more than 1,000 kinds of cheese and I want to taste everyone of them. I will be certain to celebrate today with some lovely cheese. If you come to New York be sure to stop by Murray's Cheese to … Continue reading National Cheese Lovers Day
National Hot Buttered Rum Day
As winter tightens its grip, a Hot Buttered Rum sounds like the perfect drink to warm up your day. But I have never made one so I, of course, turned to the internet and you can find lots of ideas. My favorite site includes a video, how to make a single cup, how to make … Continue reading National Hot Buttered Rum Day
Footnotes #21 – Cane I get there?
Better every day. If you have followed this series you know I have made continuing progress as I recuperate from the broken ankle and resulting complications. At first it was a wheelchair, then hopping with a walker, then clumsily on crutches. Now I am taking physical therapy and working to get more movement back and … Continue reading Footnotes #21 – Cane I get there?
