Tag Archives: Shout Outs

{Check it Out} Beer!

Posted on September 18, 2011 by Jacky Hackett

OK, check out this list of beers Americans are no longer drinking.  I have doubts some of these were every really being consumed. I watched the Beer Wars movie this weekend.  Good explanation of the the big three in beer … Continue reading →

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{Check It Out} Back to School

Posted on August 21, 2011 by Jacky Hackett

Next week is back to school week. I swear every summer feels shorter and shorter. We never get to everything on our list before the back to school rush begins. No choice but to dive right in I guess. This … Continue reading →

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{Check it Out} Bayless and Photos

Posted on August 14, 2011 by Jacky Hackett

Last month at the garden tour of Rick Bayless’ garden I learned about a really cool green space project on the rail line that borders his yard, The Bloomingdale Trail.  The idea is to build a linear park on the … Continue reading →

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{Check it out} Watermelon BBQ and Beer, Food Swaps

Posted on July 17, 2011 by Jacky Hackett

We grilled pizza last week for dinner, but lately I have been seeing some much more creative dishes coming off the grill.  Like avocado, sweet potato, watermelon — must try them all. Speaking of watermelon, check out this beer.  They … Continue reading →

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{Check it Out} Burgers, Gelato, Drunk Kitchen

Posted on June 12, 2011 by Jacky Hackett

Check out this easy way to make vegetable broth in the crock pot, perfect for summer when you don’t want to use the stove. Burger porn!  These look so delicious, I love how they are layered instead of stuffed. I … Continue reading →

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{Check it Out} Recipes, Recipes, Recipes!

Posted on May 21, 2011 by Jacky Hackett

I ran across a lot of recipes this week that I want to try. Like these zucchini toasts, shaved asparagus pizza , leek toasts with blue cheese .  I sense an outdoor cocktail evening coming on! I love coconut milk … Continue reading →

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{Check it Out} Puppies, Cake, Books

Posted on April 30, 2011 by Jacky Hackett

Random reading, a few things that caught my eye this week… Oh my gosh, who doesn’t love cute puppies! The husband loves Greek food, I am going to have to give these Greek style quesadillas a try soon. Amazing picture … Continue reading →

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{Check it Out} Quotes, Food Trucks, Timelines

Posted on April 23, 2011 by Jacky Hackett

Random reading, a few things that caught my eye this week… Check out the book Michelle Obama is publishing about the healthy eating and the White House garden experience. Check out this great blog of quotes. You know I am … Continue reading →

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{Check it Out} Daytime TV, Spring Beer, Food Trucks

Posted on April 16, 2011 by Jacky Hackett

Random reading, a few things that caught my eye this week… Soaps have been replaced with food on daytime TV!  Check out the new shows, “The Chew” and “Revolution”.  Bummer for the soap fans, but I am excited about these … Continue reading →

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{Check it Out} Dublin, Cookbook, Bacon

Posted on April 9, 2011 by Jacky Hackett

I am happy to be home from a busy work week in Dublin.  I am still re-acclimating to my time zone but have a few things worth checking out. First off you can check out just a few pictures I … Continue reading →

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