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by Mariam Novak July 19, 2021

by Mariam Novak July 19, 2021

It’s been over a year since the COVID pandemic started and it has sent us all on a roller coaster emotional ride. As more and more parts of the world…

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I’ve been really enjoying de Fuego Grille these

I’ve been really enjoying de Fuego Grille these days. Great food, beverages, and vibe, and truly great service!
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Got a minor, if there is such a thing, bathroom remodel done this long weekend, so a toast and a meal out was in order.
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So what do we have here? Their Bootlegger Old Fashioned with #rittenhouserye. Shrimp ceviche. A shot of the dining room, even though we sat in the bar this time. Pizza with linguica and more. Their chimi steak; a bavette steak with crispy fries, chimichurri, blue cheese and other goodies.
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Came home and admired the handiwork. I’ll sleep well tonight.
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#eatout #oldfashioned #oldfashionedcocktail #defuegogrille @de_fuego_grille #foodanddrink #inmyneighborhood #southamericanfood #grille #steakhouse #confettitravel #dineout

An “early for an appointment “ break. Cafe au

An “early for an appointment “ break. Cafe au lair at Lark Cafe.
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@larkcafeoregon #westlinn #oregon #coffeetime #coffeehouse

Tea and blistered shishito pepper break! . . #take

Tea and blistered shishito pepper break!
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#takeabreak #tea #shishitopeppers #blisteredshishitopeppers #snack #confettitravel #snacktime

Shall I start using this fun and considerate Chris

Shall I start using this fun and considerate Christmas gift? Choosing a new journal from my little stash is always a thrill!
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#journals #newjournal #writing #xmasgifts #justwrite #writerslife #confettitravel #journaling

From their flagship line, Villa Gemma, this little

From their flagship line, Villa Gemma, this little bottle of Masciarelli’s Bianca Colline Teatine Igt went so well with a delicious weekday fresh tuna salad. A wine from Italy’s Abruzzo. Loved the light effervescence too.
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#wine #foodwine #italianwine #abruzzo #villagemma #masciarelli #masciarelliwinery @masciarelli_winery #winelover #winery #foodandwine #foodanddrink #confettitravel #trysomethingnew

When I was five, my mother took me out for ice cre

When I was five, my mother took me out for ice cream, but I wanted the cream of broccoli cheddar soup instead. Not much has changed; a big, savory bowl of soup remains one of my favorite and most frequent meals. Of course, Japanese ramen is right up there as one of the best. A trip to Afuri Ramen and Dumpling in Beaverton was the perfect winter meal.
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Afuri Ramen + Dumpling just unveiled their new menu, allowing them to focus on these two type of bowls of goodness, rather than a more izakaya menu. They still carry terrific small plates and donburi and a great bar menu.
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Everything was great and this is both a great family and date night spot!
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#afuri #afuriramen #afuriramenanddumpling #beaverton #oregon #japanesefood #japanesecuisine #ramenhouse #ramensoup #soup #confettitravel #foodanddrink @afuriramen_pdx #pdxeats #pdx

Happy Lunar New Year! Wonderful meal as always at

Happy Lunar New Year! Wonderful meal as always at Pho Van on 82nd in Portland. A couple dishes not pictured because … well, we were enjoying ourselves! 🧧
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Chúc mừng Năm Mới — Happy New Year!
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@phovan.pdx #pho #springrolls #yearoftherabbit #lunarnewyear #chucmungnammoi #happynewyear #confettitravel

Beaverton mural really caught my eye. . . #mural #

Beaverton mural really caught my eye.
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#mural #murals #muralart #beaverton #beavertonoregon #oregon #willamettevalley #confettitravel

Fortune cookie wisdom. Happy new year, good people

Fortune cookie wisdom. Happy new year, good people!
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#newyear #newyears #2023
#2023goals
#truth #fortunecookies #confettitravel

I’ve had this LOVELY bottle of Kestrel Vinters’ 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon in my “cellar” since my first visit to their beautiful Yakima Valley winery in 2014. It’s from their Winemakers Select Series. It was time to open this one for our Christmas dinner.
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And oh, it so did not disappoint! The aromas had us as soon as the bottle was corked, the color, the flavors … just delicious … dense, layered, satiny smooth, wonderfully complex.
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Don see, btw, was a New York roast beef, corn pudding, roasted squash and carrots, sautéed asparagus and blistered shishito peppers.
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Happy holidays! Cheers!
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#wine #winelover #holidaywine #kestrelvinters #kestrel #kestrelwinery @kestrelvintners @yakimavalley @yakimavalleyava #yakimavalley #yakimavalleywine #washington #washingtonstate #washingtonwines #washingtonstatewine @tourprosser #prosserwine #drinkwine #winetasting #foodanddrink #wineanddine

A little winter red. . #roses #roses🌹 #christma

A little winter red.
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#roses #roses🌹 #christmasflowers

Cookie time! Family and friend time! Spicy #ginger

Cookie time! Family and friend time! Spicy #gingerbreadcookies #biscotti with #chocolatechips and my Aunt Jennie’s #spicecookies . Add a lunch of #fondue #sausage and other fixings. Don’t forget; three dogs and two cats underfoot. Add a mighty baby girl’s #firstchristmas and you gave a great day!
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#familytime #friendtime #mykiddos #christmas #ilovechristmas #holidays #holidayseason #confettitravel #cookies #cookiesdecorating

My latest obsession . . #licorice #dutchlicorice #

My latest obsession
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#licorice #dutchlicorice #gustafslicorice #blacklicorice #saltyblacklicorice #saltylicorice #candy #confetticafe

Road food! . . #roadtrip #roadtripusa #roadfood #d

Road food!
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#roadtrip #roadtripusa #roadfood #donuts #donut #cinnamon #applefritter #fritters #confettitravel #snacks #friedfood

The grand pets line-up! . . #grandpets #granddogs

The grand pets line-up!
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#grandpets #granddogs #grandcats #allplaynowork #adultkids #adultkidsrock #beardeddragon #beardeddragons #lizards #cats #dogs

Vegas … last photo bomb! . . . #lasvegas #lasv

Vegas … last photo bomb!
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#lasvegas #lasvegasstrip #getaway #thestrip #bellagio #bellagiofountains #lasvegasbaby #walkwalkwalk #concretesidewalks #lastminutetrip #confettitravel #travel #quicktrip #getaway #sunshine #doseofsunshine

Just a few more from Fremont street in Las Vegas…
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#fremontstreet #fremontstreetexperience #fremont
#lasvegas #lasvegasstrip #getaway #thestrip #lasvegasbaby #walkwalkwalk #concretesidewalks #lastminutetrip #confettitravel #cheapdrinks #oldvegas

And of course, if you’re keeping it a stay in to

And of course, if you’re keeping it a stay in town trip, you have to hit Fremont. We’ll, you don’t, but we did! Fun seeing all the old casinos!
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#lasvegas #lasvegasstrip #getaway #thestrip #fremontstreet #fremont #fremontstreetexperience #lasvegasbaby #walkwalkwalk #concretesidewalks #lastminutetrip #confettitravel #casinos #peoplewatching #livemusic #cheapdrinks #streetmusic

So … Vegas! Such a mixed bag for me. Noice, flas

So … Vegas! Such a mixed bag for me. Noice, flashy bright lights, late hours, crass commercialism, and an opulent, over the top aesthetic; just not my thing. And yet; I always enjoy myself here! I LOVE the people watching, the seeing what’s new, what’s changed, those small moments snd visuals that are just not part of home … or anywhere else.
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So here’s me at a slot machine. My standing joke is that when servers come around and get me a well drink, the casino has already lost money on me. That’s how little I spend gambling. Okay, slight exaggeration but it’s true that nooooo casino will be sending me offers for comp stays. Viva Las Vegas!
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#lasvegas #lasvegasstrip #getaway #thestrip #bellagio #bellagiofountains #lasvegasbaby #walkwalkwalk #concretesidewalks #lastminutetrip #confettitravel #gamblingnovice #toocheaptogamble #butitsfun #goodtimes #fremontstreet #fremontstreetexperience #fremont

Vegas!! . . Vegas at night, from our room at the

Vegas!!
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Vegas at night, from our room at the Bellagio. A blast of warmth and sunshine, miles and miles of concrete stepping, great eats and drinks, people watching, some window shopping, and pool time. No shoes or out of the city park hikes, but a wonderful and easy little getaway. And I do enjoy that Bellagio fountain.
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#lasvegas #lasvegasstrip #getaway #thestrip #bellagio #bellagiofountains #lasvegasbaby #walkwalkwalk #concretesidewalks #lastminutetrip #confettitravel #ferriswheel #highrollervegas #cesarspalace #venetianlasvegas

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