Slip Me Some Skin

OK, admit it. A fresh roasted chicken comes out of the oven, that big bird on Thanksgiving Day, even those crunchy "nernies" at the bottom of a KFC bucket. Whether you will say it in mixed company or not, everyone LOVES that damn chicken skin. After all it is the part of the bird that was seasoned and marinated and got all crunchy and rich while it cooked. What was once considered gross and disgusting to eat is eeking its way into the culinary creations across the country. The New York Times has a great article today, which is what then prompted my google search for more...and yes, it is out there. Chicken Skins as gourmet treats. I found a recipe for Chinks (Chicken Skin Chicaron - shown above), which is basically just deep fried chicken skin, that was posted over a year ago.

Intrigued? Try these applications:

• Fried Chicken Skins
• Crispy Chicken Skins
• Gribenes
• Spiced Chicken Tacos with Crispy Skins
• Chicken Skin Tacos
• Butter Lettuce, Chicken Skin & Cherry Salad
• Crispy Skinned Chicken a la Orange
• Southern Fried Chicken Skin with Squash Casserole & Tomato
• Chicken Skin Sandwiches

Will the bacon party move on, or simply adopt the next generation of salty, crispy, delicious animal fat? Chicken Skin Cookies? Ice Cream? Brownies? On a Stick? Oh yeah...I can see it now.

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I love cherry pie. My all time favorite. BUT...some people I know just don't go for those cute little fruits. If I were a pie baking girl, this pan might be the answer to my prayers. The Split Decision Pie Pan includes two inserts for creating either a traditional full size pie, or two halves. Make two sweet halves at once - to add variety to your dessert selection, or make one savory and one sweet. "Lift & Serve" feature enables easy removal of the finished pies without wrecking the crusts. This is must for anyone who loves to bake. Available at the Spoon Sister's website and recently featured on Swiss-miss.com. Only $17.95. Thanks to my friend Sheila for posting this on my facebook. LOVE this idea.

Break It Down

C-C-Caffeine!

50 types of Italian coffee: espresso, cappuccino and many more by Charming Italy

OK, this gang from Charming Italy is just killing it with the cute infographics. I like this one even better than the pasta one!

You've Been Rick Rolled...

Mission Impastable

What kind of pasta is on your plate? by Charming Italy

When I was in New York last week, mom was looking for a certain pasta that had a hint of orange to is flavor. I have been scouring the internet looking for it, but so far no luck. What I DID find was this cool pasta chart that is like a roadmap for that mysterious noodle you had on your plate at dinner that one night. A little hard to read here, but click through for a much larger version!

Nice Melons...

...and cheese and wine and meat and...

How would you like $20 worth of yummy grub from Whole Foods for only $10 bucks!?! I don't usually give a lot of the online deals a second glance, but when it is for Whole Foods, I perk up. TODAY ONLY, 9/13/11, you can get $20 worth of groceries for only $10 bucks. All you need to do is visit LIVING SOCIAL at this link and make the purchase! Quick...go...NOW!

Tell us about your Balls, Pete.

Ben & Jerry's has just announced their newest flavor for the upcoming holiday season. 

Pete Schweddy's Schweddy Balls! You all remember the infamous SNL skit starring Alec Baldwin, Anna Gasteyer and Molly Shannon, right? 

Margeret Jo McCullen: [ chewing ] Wow, Pete.. I have to say - your Balls are so tender..

Pete Schweddy: Well, there's no beating my Balls. They're made from a secret Schweddy Family recipe. No one can resist my Schweddy Balls.

Margeret Jo McCullen: Wow.. Schweddy Balls. Nothing like a Schweddy Ball.

Teri Rialto: Good Balls.

Available in both pints and Scoop Shops, it is Fair Trade vanilla ice cream with a hint of rum and is loaded with fudge covered rum and milk chocolate malt balls.

Don't Eat a Cow, Man!

On the season premiere of The Simpsons (airing Sunday, September 25), chef Tom Colicchio makes a guest appearance. According to Zap2It, Marge dreams of being aTop Chef contestant. Colicchio joins Anthony Bourdain as having a cameo on the upcoming season of The Simpsons. (via EATER.COM)

The Sound of Silence

 

 

9/11 Thank You Firefighters & First Responders!

More than Duct Work

I was in a friend's kitchen the other day and fell in love with a little print on the kitchen counter. A groovy little piece featuring the ingredients of the classic Wisconsin cocktail, Brandy Old Fashioned. I nearly broke the frame trying to find some information on the artist and I finally found a site address, under the frame on the back...www.g42art.com.

The artist, Tim Nyberg, lives here in Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin...and well, he has a new fan in me, that is for sure. Personally, I am in LOVE with this female chef featured above!

Darn it...in love with this one, too...

Oh, and this one, too!

From his site:

Tim Nyberg has been a professional illustrator and graphic designer for over three decades. He’s also a marketing and creative consultant. With a recent move to a tourist area and in as much retirement mode as he will ever be in, Tim started painting non-commissioned / non-commercial art works. His work reflects his humorous illustration style, but also takes detours into impressionism and abstracts - many of which painted to live jazz at his gallery. More of Tim’s work may be found at g4art.com 

Tim has also authored over 27 humor books - most notably ‘The Duct Tape Book(s)’ genre - and performs stand-up comedy internationally with his brother-in-law as Jim and Tim, the Duct Tape Guys. His illustrations and design work have been published internationally for over 30 years.

 

Need some color on your walls? Want to support the Wisconsin art scene? I highly suggest you pay him a visit...soon!