Mr. Submarine is one of these old-style Richmond sandwich shops that fell under the radar when we became a “foodie town”. The dedicated customers never left but it looks like a place that time forgot (and almost ran over judging by the mangled tables in front). Some of the tennis guys were hyping this place, …
Surrounding Counties Specialty Coffee Explorers Club is a coffee and breakfast spot that just opened near our house. I am pleased at this development. It was a big scoop of grits topped with pork, hominy tomato chow, jack, pickled onion, chives , and bbq drizzle. With a side of Sub Rosa toast it’s plenty of …
We get a handful of these perfect weekends here in Richmond. Warm in the sun, cool in the shade, low-low humidity and a hint of a breeze. Really delightful. We took the opportunity to try eating at a restaurant patio and came away relieved. 6’-10’ between tables, all staff masked up, and minimal shared surfaces …
The Solid Sundays keep on rolling. Last weekend I competed in the 2020 RVA Open, a weightlifting meet here in town. I was trying to get a competition total of 179kg, which would qualify me for competition at the 2020 American Open Series, which starts in March at The Arnold. I went a couple of …
I went with a Man O’ War cocktail for last night’s podcast recording. 4 ounces good-quality bourbon or your favorite rye whiskey 2 ounces Cointreau or other orange liqueur 1 ounce sweet vermouth 1 ounce freshly squeezed lemon juice Brandied cherries or lemon peel for garnish This recipe makes two cocktails. Everything in a shaker …
I’ve been a member at The Weight Room for over 5 years now. It’s been a great place for me because I like the lifting, but more than that, I like the people and community. I’m making a concerted effort to try to hang with those people in a social way when the opportunity arises. …
I bought a sourdough starter this month and I’m trying different things with the loaves. High on my list was a Shooter’s Sandwich. I’d made one before but it looks like that was before this install of WordPress, so I can’t link the post. I really do need to go get the old Movable Type …
This is what happens when an afternoon nap runs long and you miss the window to get to the coffee shop. I am happy to report that a Bounty Select-A-Size folded into the Chemex cone shape was an effective filter. It all worked out okay in the end. Thanks for your concern.
Made another great meatloaf this weekend. 2.25 pounds, half beef (50/50 chuck and sirloin) and then ~quarter pounds of pork, chicken, lamb, and turkey. Also have minced onion/parsley/garlic/carrot(!) with the standard bread crumbs and grated parmesan. Also enjoyed these great beers. I’ve been losing my taste for IPAs lately, but the 10% jam from Equilibrium …