Sep 2011
Vegas
23/09/11 09:28
Last Day Door County/ Next up, Vegas Baby
08/09/11 08:22
Vacation/Door County
08/09/11 08:03
I’m going to get a little deep here. Just back from a visit to my friends new place in Door County, WI. Key word here “friends”. The dictionary gives the following: a person whom one knows and with whom one has a bond of mutual affection, typically exclusive of sexual or family relations. While it is that, I believe it is so much more! A friend is one who listens, gives you a chance to vent or share thought’s, dreams or troubles without condemnation, many times they can offer an insight that you may not see or realize because you're so close to it. This bit of prose by me does not even come close to sharing what a friend is. But I hope it makes you think about those people that are your friend’s , and share a sincere thanks to them for being there!
Friday, drove up, great to drive some distance again. Ran into a thunderstorm about 11 miles outside of Green Bay, 80 mile an hour winds, rain coming down sideways in sheets. Damage from the storm was not bad in Green Bay, but I heard on the news the next couple days that Appleton area was hit hard, as well as surrounding counties. Two days later (Monday) the power is still out for many.
Stopped at lambeau field to look at the packers pro shop, also did something I always wanted to do, went through the packers hall of fame. Great displays and recap of the Packers history which ties into many other early franchises.
That night ate at JJ's in Jacksonport, web site: http://www.jjsofjacksonport.com/ I remember when it was the tundra house. Now it's a Mexican theme, huge menu, great prices, I had the seafood taco combo, including calamari, fish, and crab. Which was very tasty, Calamari taco, had the Calamari lightly seasoned, coated and quick pan fried to a delicate, tender bit of flavor, that was not overshadowed by the rest of the ingredients.
Saturday, drove up to Jackson port for Marina festival , celebrating the newly remodeled marina, they had Music all days, a book sale, picked up three cookbooks and two other books for 8.00, Classic wood boat show, water ski show and food. For a quick lunch we opted for a whitefish sandwich which was lightly breaded and fried, served on a hard roll, and your choice of topping. Driving back stopped by the Bayside Tavern in Fish Creek for a Bloody Mary while my friend wife shopped awhile. The Bayside has been a main stay in Fish Creek area for many years. Serving a fine mix of Sandwiches and family dinners as well as great homemade pizza. I will mention this though, if you're looking for express food, this will not be for you, I’ve been in there both winter and summer, it is usually packed, why you may ask? Well, locals visit often, have a libation or two, and a sandwich. So kick you fast paced life style behind, if you look to come in have a drink or two, meet new people, and wait a bit for a table for some fine food, your love it. After all, why are we up in this area anyway, to relax, unwind. To end a great day we went back and sat on the deck by the fire pit, shared some laughs back and forth and heard some of their great adventures in getting a place up in the Door. I then made us a simple dinner of, flank steak, seasoned red potatoes, and corn on the cob purchased at Econo foods in sturgeon bay.
You may have noticed by now, that I talk allot about the smaller independent establishments. A big part of this is the era I grew up in there were many of these in the Milwaukee area, due to a number of forces, this has changed. But I still appreciate the value and quality of these places. I find the way they give their special touch to sometimes standard fare, or specials with a twist. As well as the at home feel over the uniformity you find in many chains.
Lastly, I want to mention a great app for tracking nutrition and workouts. This last year, my goal has been to eat a better balanced diet, and have a workout plan involving at least 5 days of working out a week, with three days being at the gym. Daily Burn is an application I found on the iTunes app store early in the summer, has helped me with that task. This app helps you to track your workouts, even with suggested plans to follow that balance out your approach to working out, and your daily calorie intake and balance of that intake. This has really been a great aid in my daily life, below you’ll see a little recap as to what it helps you with.
Friday, drove up, great to drive some distance again. Ran into a thunderstorm about 11 miles outside of Green Bay, 80 mile an hour winds, rain coming down sideways in sheets. Damage from the storm was not bad in Green Bay, but I heard on the news the next couple days that Appleton area was hit hard, as well as surrounding counties. Two days later (Monday) the power is still out for many.
Stopped at lambeau field to look at the packers pro shop, also did something I always wanted to do, went through the packers hall of fame. Great displays and recap of the Packers history which ties into many other early franchises.
That night ate at JJ's in Jacksonport, web site: http://www.jjsofjacksonport.com/ I remember when it was the tundra house. Now it's a Mexican theme, huge menu, great prices, I had the seafood taco combo, including calamari, fish, and crab. Which was very tasty, Calamari taco, had the Calamari lightly seasoned, coated and quick pan fried to a delicate, tender bit of flavor, that was not overshadowed by the rest of the ingredients.
Saturday, drove up to Jackson port for Marina festival , celebrating the newly remodeled marina, they had Music all days, a book sale, picked up three cookbooks and two other books for 8.00, Classic wood boat show, water ski show and food. For a quick lunch we opted for a whitefish sandwich which was lightly breaded and fried, served on a hard roll, and your choice of topping. Driving back stopped by the Bayside Tavern in Fish Creek for a Bloody Mary while my friend wife shopped awhile. The Bayside has been a main stay in Fish Creek area for many years. Serving a fine mix of Sandwiches and family dinners as well as great homemade pizza. I will mention this though, if you're looking for express food, this will not be for you, I’ve been in there both winter and summer, it is usually packed, why you may ask? Well, locals visit often, have a libation or two, and a sandwich. So kick you fast paced life style behind, if you look to come in have a drink or two, meet new people, and wait a bit for a table for some fine food, your love it. After all, why are we up in this area anyway, to relax, unwind. To end a great day we went back and sat on the deck by the fire pit, shared some laughs back and forth and heard some of their great adventures in getting a place up in the Door. I then made us a simple dinner of, flank steak, seasoned red potatoes, and corn on the cob purchased at Econo foods in sturgeon bay.
You may have noticed by now, that I talk allot about the smaller independent establishments. A big part of this is the era I grew up in there were many of these in the Milwaukee area, due to a number of forces, this has changed. But I still appreciate the value and quality of these places. I find the way they give their special touch to sometimes standard fare, or specials with a twist. As well as the at home feel over the uniformity you find in many chains.
Lastly, I want to mention a great app for tracking nutrition and workouts. This last year, my goal has been to eat a better balanced diet, and have a workout plan involving at least 5 days of working out a week, with three days being at the gym. Daily Burn is an application I found on the iTunes app store early in the summer, has helped me with that task. This app helps you to track your workouts, even with suggested plans to follow that balance out your approach to working out, and your daily calorie intake and balance of that intake. This has really been a great aid in my daily life, below you’ll see a little recap as to what it helps you with.