The other day, I went to Smokin' Al's in Massapequa. We ordered a brownie sundae for the table. When the waitress came to the table, she said, "I'll tell you a secret, but don't tell anyone. The brownies in this sundae are not homemade. They are actually fried Entemann's Brownie...
And Now A Social Site for Food? Check out Crowd Kitchen…
Like to cook? If so, what if you could share your food with others like you? And, what if they shared their food with you? Crowd Kitchen is a new social site that enables you to share your meals with others. How? You make a little extra and someone else...
Homeless And The Half Eaten Banana…
I was driving with my family to a party in Florida, when we noticed a homeless man with a sign saying: "I'm homeless and a Veteran. Please give me what you can. I'm hungry." To my disbelief, a woman rolled down her window and gave the man a half eaten...
It’s My Son’s 16th Birthday…
A few weeks ago, I shared my thoughts on why boys don’t celebrate their “Handsome 16” like girls celebrate their Sweet 16. If you missed it, check it out here. Since then, I’ve been reflecting on how big this milestone is—for both the teen and their parents. And now… it’s...
It Had To Happen Around the Holidays?
With the Christmas holiday approaching, I went to TJ Maxx to buy a few things. As I was walking around, I saw two young girls between the ages of 8 and 10. They were adorable and they were buying presents for their parents. As one little girl wheeled the cart,...
National Pumpkin Day: Celebrate October 26 with New Seasonal Treats!
As we move into fall, it’s all about PUMPKINS! You can’t go wrong with this holiday flavor favorite – as the fruit can be used in a variety of dishes, such as soups, drinks and especially desserts. Celebrate National Pumpkin Day on October 26 with a Pumpkin Spice Panna Cotta,...
Not Just Another Long Island Greek Restaurant…
I was sitting with my son in Pete's Pitaria Restaurant in Island Park. My son was doing his AP Euro homework (btw, this course just doesn't let up with the work) and I was sitting watching Leo, the owner, and his staff running around the back making falafels, gyros and...
Eggland’s Best “Your Best Recipe” Contest! Win $10,000
Eggland's Best is looking for the most delicious recipes from your kitchens that celebrate Eggland's Best eggs. Whether it's your tasty quiche recipe, your melt-in-your-mouth cookies, or the dinner your family asks you to make over and over again, EB wants to know - what is "Your Best Recipe" using...
How to Celebrate Your 50th Birthday
Today's my birthday. It's not just any birthday, it's my 50th birthday. And you know what? I'm okay with it. When I was 48 and 49, I was having a real rough time thinking about turning 50. Fifty is so old! How could I be turning 50? Have I done...
Are You Still Having Kids?
The other day, I was getting on an elevator and a family of seven was getting off. There was a mother, father, four young children, the oldest being seven, and a newborn. The family quickly got off the elevator and I got in. Wow, I thought, it’s amazing that people...