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California Leads Country In Farmers Markets

"Recent statistics from the United States Department of Agriculture show a boom in farmers markets, with California leading the country. California is now home to 729 farmers markets, an increase from 580 in 2010. Nationally, the 2011 Farmers Market Directory counts 7,175 farmers markets around the country, which is up 17 percent from the previous year."   Source


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Thupla - Tibetan Noodle Soup with Yak!

Thupla - Tibetan Noodle Soup with Yak!, originally uploaded by Eudaemonius.

So, this past week I was in the Boulder, CO area and we hit a restaurant called Sherpa's Adventures Restaurant and Bar, at 9th & Walnut. You know, Sherpa, as in the guy who carries your crap for you up the mountain. I wanted to try something I have never had and decided up on the "Thupla." Thupla is a Tibetan soup that tastes of Indian spices, but looks like Chinese noodles. As an added bonus I had Yak as my meat of choice. This was my first Yak experience and it was ok. It was chewy like boiled beef would be in a soup, but still had a unique quality too it. I think another preparation of Yak might be better, but the soup definitely rocked! If you are in the Boulder area give the restaurant a try, and definitely enjoy the ample outside seating. (If you like, there are more pictures posted, just click the soup and you will be teleported.

Burger Bus Shows Up

Burger Bus C, originally uploaded by Eudaemonius.

So I got back from lunch yesterday and this was in our parking lot. What the hell? I posted to Facebook and got lots of questions. Here is what I said: "Oh, sorry, did not know so many would be interested. It apears to be like a roach coach. The "sundowner awning...keeping it 20 degrees cooler" unfurrels and you walk up and order like Taco Bell used to do at 2am. I supposed you are just meant to walk away with your happy burger, or stand there doing the Philly lean, and gobble the flesh from a paper wrapper. Unfortunately it was not open for biz, but I think getting some decals from the Lame-Ass DCM place. If you would like to know more Press #1 now. If you would like to hang up press #2. If you would like to hear a duck quack press #3 now. Thank you for calling Movie Fone!"

But wait, there's more! I have since poked at the web and found this: http://theburgerbus.com My god there is so much to know...and it is a new great Santa Barbara tradition. Lifted right from their site:

Get on the Burger Bus

To some, a cheeseburger is just a slab of meat on a bun, but to us...it's a work of art. A great burger is simple yet sublime - the delicate tastes melding into, yet never overpowering, one another. We (my wonderful and adorable wife and I) are what you might call "Burger Connoisseurs".

And because of our deeply held burger beliefs, we here at The Burger Bus are 1000% committed to bringing you the best burger with the freshest toppings you have ever tasted any time, every time.

Building Your Burger

For the patties, we keep it simple, because that’s the key to serving delicious, mouth-watering burgers. That’s why we insist on the exact amount of seasoning: just enough to emphasize the naturally beefy taste of fresh, cooked meat, brought to you exclusively by Shalhoob Meat Company. All of the meat served at The Burger Bus is 100% grass fed, hormone free beef. (Please check out www.eatwild.com for more information.)


From Our Daily Bread of Santa Barbara, we offer a freshly-baked ciabatta roll, light and pillowy on the inside with a delicate yet crispy texture on the outside. As well, we will be offering a beautifully sliced whole wheat toast. It's the perfect bread choice for our signature "CB&J" (Cheeseburger and Jelly) but will go beautifully with any of our other burgers.


Let's not forget the cheese. Direct from Spring Hill Cheese via the Santa Barbara Farmers Market, we serve a big, fat hunk of gooey smoked cheddar or a spicy slab of habanero jack so full of chilies it actually bites back. Since we are working with a small artisan cheese maker, our cheese options will change through out the year.


For the finishing touches, we serve only farm-fresh toppings from our local Farmers Markets and Tri-County Produce Company, featuring sweet grilled onions, red ripe tomato, leafy green lettuce, and crunchy pickle chips. To top it off, we add a dollop of mayonnaise and a smear of yellow mustard.

Rings or Chips?

Not to be outdone, each of our amazing sides, including fresh-cut "chips" (potato or yam), hand-dipped onion rings, and deep-fried pickle chips, is a delicious complement to any of our burger options or alone for a quick, easy, yummy snack.

Vegetarian's Delight

For those of you who prefer an alternative to meat, we've perfected a falafel recipe that’s simply amazing. We start with fresh garbanzo beans, toss in a delicious blend of herbs and spices, separate the mix into bite-size pieces, then deep fry each one to a crispy golden brown. For added flavor, a spicy, creamy peanut sauce accompanies these scrumptious little bites.

Feel Full, Not Guilty

As much as we believe in making the best food possible, we also strive to be an environmentally-conscious mobile burger restaurant. That’s why this Burger Bus is a retired, retro-fitted school bus. What’s more, all of our paper products as well as the occasional plastic cup are recyclable. Also, all food scraps are composted. (Please go to www.SBrecycles.org for more information.)

Tired of reading? Hungry for a really good burger? Then order up!

We look forward to serving you soon,
Cheryl & Michael

Holy Crap...someone hire these people please! I am so curious about how they will succeed! R-

Patriotic Cookies 2009-05-03

Patriotic Cookies 2009-05-03, originally uploaded by Eudaemonius.

Hurry for the red, white and blue...but why are these in the store on May 3rd? Cinco de Mayo is in two days, and the 4th of July is 2 months away. God, please tell me the shelf life is not that long! R-

Watermelon Cookes 2009-05-03

Watermelon Cookes 2009-05-03, originally uploaded by Eudaemonius.

Saw these cookies at the grocery store tonight and was both disgusted and intrigued at the same time. I could not tell if there were watermelon flavored or only made to look like there did. Anyone tried them? R-

Sneaky Peaky - Barbecue Book

Preview - Barbecue Book, originally uploaded by Eudaemonius.

This 1959 Cookbook is my new project to get up on the web. Better Homes & Gardens Barbecue Book is a great cartooned practical guide to back yard bar-b-queing. I am not so sure I would make the blueberry pancakes it suggests on the grill, but it a fun read. Here is the front cover with some great artwork. Check back frequently as I will keep posting the whole book. E-