Monthly Archives: September 2014

NASDAQ Powered by…

Posted on September 7, 2014 by steve

It’s not every day you see your logo in Times Square!

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Quinoa Salad with Ginger Peanut Dressing and Crunchy Cashews

Posted on September 7, 2014 by steve

Ingredients ¾ cup uncooked quinoa 2 cups shredded red cabbage 1 red bell pepper, diced ½ red onion, diced 1 cup shredded carrots ½ cup chopped cilantro ¼ cup diced green onions ½ cup cashew halves 1 cup edamame Fresh … Continue reading →

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Chicago Architecture Boat Tour

Posted on September 2, 2014 by steve

I really enjoyed this tour of Chicago’s architecture, as experienced from the river. The volunteer docent on the 90 minute trip was a professional architect who provided great insight into the history and design of the buildings. I had been … Continue reading →

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Bristol Renaissance Pleasure Faire

Posted on September 2, 2014 by steve

Having grown up in Southern California in the 1970s, I thought I knew what a Renaissance Faire was: a collection of tents and small booths set up temporarily on sprawling farmland. Bristol Renaissance Faire is something completely different, and closer … Continue reading →

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Next: Trio

Posted on September 2, 2014 by steve

Next is Chef Grant Achatz’ “next” restaurant. Achatz is the creator of Alinea, regarded by many as America’s greatest restaurant, and Chicago’s only 3-star Michelin restaurant. I approached Next with some trepidation because I’m not a fan of Alinea. I … Continue reading →

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