Topic: SHOOTING THE BREEZE (Read 24328 times)

Dan-in-Toronto · « **Reply #30 on:** July 22, 2004, 07:26:02 AM »

DR Panni,

This may not be what The Ethicist would tell you, but I'd base my decision on what the free food consists of. Can you find out in advance?

MBarnum · « **Reply #31 on:** July 22, 2004, 07:30:37 AM »

I was E and T last night, but for good reason. Had a date with a hunky (and I do mean hunky) man from Colorado that I met over the weekend! So, after work I had to hie myself to the Grove of Forest, which was a lot further away that I had thought (I'd never driven there before). We had a wonderful time last night and I was out just a bit later then normal so I am now pouring coffee down my throat!

Alas, he must return to Colorado tomorrow $:-\$

Just a summer romance!!

MBarnum · « **Reply #32 on:** July 22, 2004, 07:33:38 AM »

I loved the photos from rehersal! It is fun to see you all at work...more Paul Haber photos, please!

Jennifer, I am envious that you got to see Caroline Rhea...she just cracks me up! Sounds like it was a great show!

DR Elmore3003...what do you mean why is THAT my favorite movie! I would expect it to be your favorite too now that you have seen it!! Maybe you need to watch it again! And isn't June Kenney just a doll!!

DearReaderLaura · « **Reply #33 on:** July 22, 2004, 07:38:19 AM »

The fact that the folks at the Chinese restaurant in Kansas remember the family is not necessarily a good thing.

Did Aunt Carol explain the smaller group this year?

elmore3003 · « **Reply #34 on:** July 22, 2004, 07:39:09 AM »

Quote from: Ben on July 22, 2004, 07:10:06 AM

That would be my worst nightmare, appearing on Jeopardy and getting some kind of Broadway or musical comedy or theatre category and then giving the wrong answer, thus humiliating myself in front of the entire viewing public.

Several years ago, I got a phone call from a friend who was going to be on "Who Wants to Be a Millionaire" and he asked me to be one of his five Lifelines. I said yes and then went through all the anxiety what-ifs: what if I show the world I don't know the answer was my biggest fear. It was all quite exciting, and I was flattered to be asked. On the day of the taping, I got had to be home by a certain time waiting for the call to alert me my friend Charlie was in the chair with Regis, and then I had to be on call until he was dismissed. I forget all the rules to the game now, but one Lifeline was all you were allowed, and he used it to call a doctor in Boston for the winning answer. The question I would have been asked was the question that made him decide to take the money and run. He won $250,000 or so, it paid off his school loans, and he took me to see the original cast of THE PRODUCERS to thank me. And that's my only gameshow story.

DRDanise, I'm happy that you came through you're procedure and I hope the kidney stone problem is over. I knew you were having sme surgery, but I totally missed the reason for it, and I'm sorry about that. I hope you're ok.

BK, is the Black Saturday a reference to the event I think it is? Something about Rollo and an alley?

TOD: bar none, deviled eggs! on July 4, the WHERE'S CHARLEY? company had a fantastic party, and Josh Grisetti, Charley's understudy, brought deviled eggs. They were a popular favorite and went quite quickly. I also have vague memories of hardboiled eggs in macaroni and cheese as a kid, along with bits of ham. I love good ol' ham and eggs, but sausage is a fine substitute, and a poached egg can be a lot of fun, although I was never crazy for Eggs Benedict. My favorite Chinese restaurant has lots of egg in its fried rice. Yum!

elmore3003 · « **Reply #35 on:** July 22, 2004, 07:43:52 AM »

Quote from: MBarnum on July 22, 2004, 07:33:38 AM

DR Elmore3003...what do you mean why is THAT my favorite movie! I would expect it to be your favorite too now that you have seen it!! Maybe you need to watch it again! And isn't June Kenney just a doll!!

DRMBarnum, I love you but you scare the hell out of me! It's a poor movie, bad dramaturgy, little suspense, and a bad plot resolution!

Ron Pulliam · « **Reply #36 on:** July 22, 2004, 07:57:08 AM »

Please remind us -- what film is MBarnum's favorite?

Sandra · « **Reply #37 on:** July 22, 2004, 07:58:20 AM »

Yes, Aunt Carol explained to the waiter who we were and where we were from.

Everyone say hello to my cousin Susan! She is very curious about the website about a singing tennis player who doesn't exist.

MBarnum · « **Reply #38 on:** July 22, 2004, 08:02:49 AM »

I love eggs...all eggs...scrambled, deviled, over-easy, boiled, 3 minute, anyway you can imagine...it's all good!

Ben · « **Reply #39 on:** July 22, 2004, 08:23:11 AM »

Hello, Susan!

bk · « **Reply #40 on:** July 22, 2004, 08:27:35 AM »

Was hoping to sleep a bit later but Mr. Gas Man knocked on the door at eight to check the meter (I have to let him in the gate to look). But, at least I got six and a half hours of sleep.

Sad about Jerry Goldsmith. Some of us have known for some time about the graveness of his illness, and in the last few months we knew it wouldn't be long. Even though I haven't cared for much of his output in the last years, he has written some of my all-time favorite film scores, which include: A Patch of Blue (an LP and CD I have played as much as any LP or CD I have owned), The Sand Pebbles, Seconds, The List of Adrian Messenger, Islands in the Stream, The Omen, Planet of the Apes, The Trouble with Angels, and many many more. Of his post eighties work, my faves are Explorers, Poltergeist, and Gremlins.

MBarnum · « **Reply #41 on:** July 22, 2004, 08:31:17 AM »

Quote from: RLP on July 22, 2004, 07:57:08 AM

Please remind us -- what film is MBarnum's favorite?

ATTACK OF THE PUPPET PEOPLE (1958) starring John Agar, June Kenney, John Hoyt, Laurie Mitchell, Kenny Miller, Marlene Willis, Scott Peters, Susan Gordon, Jean Moorehead, Jack Kosslyn, and Michael Mark.

Has been my favorite since I was in second grade!!

Jay · « **Reply #42 on:** July 22, 2004, 08:38:27 AM »

My favorite egg dish is comprised of sturgeon eggs, served on blini with a dollop of creme fraiche.

Stuart · « **Reply #43 on:** July 22, 2004, 08:47:53 AM »

Quote from: Ben on July 22, 2004, 05:37:05 AM

There was a restaurant in the Village on Christopher Street for many years called David's Pot Belly.

I miss David's Pot Belly still. It was always a nice place to have a first date, or go (for eggs, as you mentioned) after a night of revelry. Mr. Ballardo also owned the fancy tchotchke shop next door, with all the glass pieces.

Anyway, on to the TOD:

I like a nice omelet with green peppers, onions and mushrooms (preferably sauteed first) wrapped up in the middle of it.

But probably my favorite egg dish is matzah brei. For those unfamiliar with this Passover delight, it consists of crumbled pieces of matzah (I use two boards) that have been soaked in a basic custard mix of eggs (2 or 3) and milk (I always eyeball it). After soaking (between 5 and 10 minutes, depending on how flimsy you like your matzah brei), you toss the mixture into a skillet that has been melting your butter (with the milk and butter, this is a definite dairy - or milchig - dish). Some people like their matzah brei like an omelet, some like it scrambled. I like it scrambled. Some like to accompany it with jelly, but I prefer to sprinkle liberal amounts of sugar and cinammon over mine.

When served on a white milk glass plate with pink fluted edges (remember, Jay?) it is truly scrumptious. On any other Passover plate, it merely delicious. However, it never tastes quite the same - though still pretty good - the other 51 weeks of the year.

Jay · « **Reply #44 on:** July 22, 2004, 09:44:29 AM »

I remember, Dear Brother/Reader Stuart.

Dan-in-Toronto · « **Reply #45 on:** July 22, 2004, 09:50:39 AM »

Quote from: Stuart on July 22, 2004, 08:47:53 AM

But probably my favorite egg dish is matzah brei. For those unfamiliar with this Passover delight, it consists of crumbled pieces of matzah (I use two boards) that have been soaked in a basic custard mix of eggs (2 or 3) and milk (I always eyeball it). After soaking (between 5 and 10 minutes, depending on how flimsy you like your matzah brei), you toss the mixture into a skillet that has been melting your butter (with the milk and butter, this is a definite dairy - or milchig - dish). Some people like their matzah brei like an omelet, some like it scrambled. I like it scrambled. Some like to accompany it with jelly, but I prefer to sprinkle liberal amounts of sugar and cinammon over mine.

What a vivid description, DR Stuart. I like mine more as an omelet, served au natural (the matzah brei).

Ben · « **Reply #46 on:** July 22, 2004, 09:59:55 AM »

DR in absentia Anthony has asked me to ask DR Jose and/or our Fearless Leader BK to pass on greetings to two members of the Revue.

I showed Anthony one of the pictures of Alet and lo and behold, standing in the middle of the two women was Paul Haber. Anthony knows both of these people. He worked with Alet when she was still Oury in 1996 in a showcase production of The Baker's Wife (here in New York). He remembers her fondly and says she has a GREAT voice and is very funny. Paul Haber is a recent resident of California apparently, because he was in a dance class with Anthony (it's the one I mention on and off). It's a class focused on actors and singers so they can get comfortable during dance auditions. The teacher is Haila Strauss. Anthony remembers Paul saying he would be leaving New York and heading out to California and here he is in a show. Small world!

So, anyway, Anthony (Morelli is the last name) would like JS or BK to pass on his best wishes to both Alet and Paul and best wishes for success to everyone involved in What If. If we were in Los Angeles, we would be there to see the show.

Ben · « **Reply #47 on:** July 22, 2004, 10:00:53 AM »

Matzah Brei is good even for gentiles. I haven't had it for a few years, but it's a real treat to have well made Matzah Brei.

Danise · « **Reply #48 on:** July 22, 2004, 10:08:51 AM »

Hey, guess who is already back home and feeling pretty good?

I'm tired and will go take a nap as soon as I post this but all in all, I'm good to go. Of couse, once the pain meds they gave me wear off, it might be a little different story but right now I feel pretty good! I have the pills they gave me if I do have any pain.

I must have had a GREAT Anesthesiologist--No thoat pain at all. I can talk normal.

I may even be going back to work on Monday, depending on how it goes.

Jane, received your package and will read it a little later.

I'm going to take a nap now. I'm sure I'll be up to posting a little later.

Best of all--it's over! There's no place like home!

Stuart · « **Reply #49 on:** July 22, 2004, 10:15:15 AM »

Quote from: Ben on July 22, 2004, 10:00:53 AM

Matzah Brei is good even for gentiles.

Except the one with whom I live.....he can't stand it. Like DR Noel, he can't stand eggs in any form.

Jane · « **Reply #50 on:** July 22, 2004, 10:23:07 AM »

Noel I have stayed at my son’s place. I have helped myself to his food, and I have gone out and stocked his frig during my stay.

I really think your mother-in-law just annoyed you on numerous levels. I have stayed at my in-laws many a time and helped myself. They stayed at our place a few times and helped themselves. I wouldn’t want it any other way. But boy annoying guest really get on your nerves to the point that every little thing they do drives you up a wall. Once we had what we still refer to as the guest from hell.

George · « **Reply #51 on:** July 22, 2004, 10:30:14 AM »

Glad everything went well, Danise!

Scrambled (not too dry - adding some cream cheese is a real nice touch!)
Over easy (not too runny - I've never been able to make them as good as I like them)
Deviled (not with celery)
Baked in any kind of cake or cookie!
Just about every time we have a pot-luck at work, someone brings deviled eggs and they always get eaten...I always help with that, but not too much!

Dan-in-Toronto · « **Reply #52 on:** July 22, 2004, 10:30:16 AM »

DR Stuart, the one I live with - well, his grandmother was Jewish, but he grew up in a non-Jewish home - loves matzah brei.

How non-Jewish? Gord's mother's mother was Jewish, so according to Jewish law so is his mother. But she knows little about Judaism, and celebrates Christian holidays. Once, though, in my honor she borrowed a Jewish cookbook and baked Hamentaschen (a large three-pointed filled cookie made on Purim). It was by far the best I had ever tasted, and I asked her the name of the cookbook. It was published by Hadassah, and she had followed the recipe precisely - apart from using lard in the pastry.

Jane · « **Reply #53 on:** July 22, 2004, 10:31:43 AM »

SWW & DerBrucer, how were the cookies?

Bruce thanks for the pictures, and Jose-you look great.

Jennifer cute story. I’m sure that boy had a great time.

RLP, beautiful tribute to Jerry Goldsmith.

Panni, go to the movie and then let us all know what you think. I expect we will see it.

Hello Susan cousin of Sandra.

Dan-in-Toronto · « **Reply #54 on:** July 22, 2004, 10:47:14 AM »

Danise,

Welcome home, and thanks for the update. May you henceforth be stone-free.

Jane · « **Reply #55 on:** July 22, 2004, 10:48:24 AM »

Boiled eggs, anyway as long as they aren’t too runny

Scrambled eggs various ways. Chopped avacados are really tasty in scrambled eggs. And like Dan-in-Toronto I prefer them for dinner.

Deviled eggs

An egg salad sandwich on lightly toasted challa with lettuce and tomato. The salad needs to be made with Best Foods or Hellman’s mayo, and not so much may that it is runny.

Stuart IMHO Keith makes the best Matzoh Brei. He adds caramelized apples, cinnamon and vanilla. I like raw sugar sprinkled on top while the rest of the family prefers maple syrup. It is our traditional Christmas morning breakfast.

Ben · « **Reply #56 on:** July 22, 2004, 10:53:17 AM »

For a goyim I have very Jewish tastes. I LOVE Hamentaschen. I have been known to call them hematomahs to be funny, like saying quel fromage - most people just look at me like I'm crazy - maybe I am. I also love a good kugel.

Stuart · « **Reply #57 on:** July 22, 2004, 10:58:41 AM »

Quote from: Dan-in-Toronto on July 22, 2004, 10:30:16 AM

...apart from using lard in the pastry.

DR DIT.....I am STILL laughing.....that is SOOOOOO funny. For other DR's who may not be aware, there is probably nothing more traif - non-kosher - than lard. To bake something "jewish" with it......well, it's just funny.

Stuart · « **Reply #58 on:** July 22, 2004, 11:04:52 AM »

Quote from: Ben on July 22, 2004, 10:53:17 AM

I have been known to call them hematomahs...

My dear partner, who you may have all surmised is NOT jewish, also has one like that.....When I am getting ready for Passover, he has been known to walk around (and help) whilst saying "Gotta get rid of the Hammentazzen's. Gotta get rid of the Hammentazzens!" Picture Butterfly McQueen in Lamaze class.

He knows the proper word is chometz, but likes the way "Hammentazzens" sounds better. (And has been known to even pronounce it correctly.)

Stuart · « **Reply #59 on:** July 22, 2004, 11:05:50 AM »

I am my own mini-frenzy. Ou est everyone?

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