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All aboard the farm fresh fashion train

Posted on March 29, 02008 by Daily Prandium

Along with food, art, design, colour, and fashion are some of my original disciplines, or passions, that I’ve spent time thinking about, pouring over, studying, making, curating, and spending on. When I prepared for class in Vermont, our professors emphasized … Continue reading →

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Prandium this week

Posted on March 28, 02008 by Daily Prandium

I’ve heard of a woman who maintains an online diary of what she eats every day. When Daily Prandium was created, I thought about doing this. But firstly, it’s hardly original. Then, it would likely be boring and redundant, though … Continue reading →

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“I like strange meat”

Posted on March 27, 02008 by Daily Prandium

I’ve kept one foot in Japan—another in France, but will tap about soon—since yesterday. Here’s a picture of one of my favourite meals eaten there. K’s father was impressed by my love of sake and unagi. In the spirit of … Continue reading →

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Sakura!

Posted on March 26, 02008 by Daily Prandium

During spring, in late March and early April, sakura festivals take place all around Japan. I love Japanese food and culture. I’ve been chanting ‘Sakura!’ and free associating sakura poems and songs all afternoon. A dear girlfriend in Japan teases … Continue reading →

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Post-Vermont group think

Posted on March 25, 02008 by Daily Prandium

I’m working with S and B on a group project for Vermont rural food systems. We met tonight for a kickoff meeting after Food history. No meeting rooms were available at Bobst so we opted to head to Alta for … Continue reading →

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Poodle snacks

Posted on March 24, 02008 by Daily Prandium

Who would have thought an old, stale whole wheat and blueberry bagel would incite food aggression in two generally amiable poodles? I think I’m onto something with this though. I don’t have a local spot to compost so that’s five … Continue reading →

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An Easter omelette

Posted on March 23, 02008 by Daily Prandium

After nearly a week of motoring to, from and around Vermont, it’s been a treat to spend the weekend with the dogs. I’ve enjoyed a relaxing and productive time of it. Since today’s a holiday, I’ve consolidated the traditional foods … Continue reading →

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Health and prandium

Posted on March 22, 02008 by Daily Prandium

As you’ve likely heard in the news, oatmeal helps lower cholesterol. The interesting thing about oatmeal lowering cholesterol is the fact that the effect is transitory. If you stop eating it, your cholesterol level will increase again. Of course the … Continue reading →

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Fromages et deux mains

Posted on March 21, 02008 by Daily Prandium

A week in Vermont ended this afternoon lunching at a brew pub in Burlington on a boat of cheese fries and gravy. I enjoyed a bite into nostalgia to seeming endless days shushing occasional powder slopes at Killington, evenings sneaking … Continue reading →

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V. Vermont rural food systems—from milk to maple

Posted on March 20, 02008 by Daily Prandium

This is the fifth and final reflective journal entry assigned for class. Today was indeed the day that resonated most for me—for my personal interests in food and agriculture, and for my personal wellbeing. After breakfast we headed to near-about … Continue reading →

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DIY: Dog sweaters

Posted on March 19, 02008 by Daily Prandium

Before shutting down to lay me down for some shut eye, I came upon this article about two kooks who knit their dogs hair into sweaters. I’m excited to find this, but then disappointed to learn yet another idea is … Continue reading →

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IV. Vermont rural food systems—from milk to maple

Posted on March 19, 02008 by Daily Prandium

This is the fourth of five reflective journal entries assigned for class. During breakfast we briefly discussed final projects with Amy. She also talked more about the final reflective essay. She is interested to see we met the learning outcomes … Continue reading →

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III. Vermont rural food systems—from milk to maple

Posted on March 18, 02008 by Daily Prandium

This is the third of five reflective journal entries assigned for class. For breakfast this morning I ate fried eggs over a beat and root hash, buckwheat pancakes with Vermont maple syrup, and fresh fruit. The b&b also served Canadian … Continue reading →

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II. Vermont rural food systems—from milk to maple

Posted on March 17, 02008 by Daily Prandium

This is the second of five reflective journal entries assigned for class. Class began this morning with breakfast here at the b&b. We were served buffet style homemade cornmeal waffles with Vermont maple syrup, eggs scrambled with spinach and cherry … Continue reading →

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First night in VT

Posted on March 16, 02008 by Daily Prandium

For once padding my travel start time worked. My colleague and navigator, E arrived a few minutes early this morning. We packed the car and were on our way. Some cops vibed me for double parking outside café con leche … Continue reading →

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I. Vermont rural food systems—from milk to maple

Posted on March 15, 02008 by Daily Prandium

This is the first of five journal entries assigned for class. We’ve been asked to write one or two pages describing: the ways in which past and current experiences shape current perceptions of Vermont’s contemporary food and farming system; any … Continue reading →

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Bella bruja tortilla

Posted on March 15, 02008 by Daily Prandium

See, I told you. No fingers in the tortilla. When will you ever trust me. This is the most perfect tortilla I’ve made yet. It’s beautiful. I was very pleased with myself with how it turned out. I tapped the … Continue reading →

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A new omelette on a fine Saturday afternoon

Posted on March 15, 02008 by Daily Prandium

Today started early and was a beautiful afternoon in Gotham. Except for some cold snaps, rain, and perhaps vaguely recall snowfall a while back, the winter has been more springlike throughout. A puffy vest and scarf kept me warm and … Continue reading →

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Vermont rural food systems—from milk to maple

Posted on March 14, 02008 by Daily Prandium

A group of eleven from my graduate program are heading to Vermont this weekend. We will spend a week traveling about visiting farms and artisanal producers as part of a one week intensive course. The class is an informal exchange … Continue reading →

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Sixty days makes a habit

Posted on March 13, 02008 by Daily Prandium

An old roommate of mine struggled to maintain good eating habits and an exercise routine. His diet essentially consisted of greasy delivery food and too much alcohol. A meticulous diet analysis I conducted over a month sitting on my bookcase … Continue reading →

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