Wednesday, July 14, 2010

I'm Still Here!!

Hello my food-lovin' friends! I miss ya'll and I'm sorry that I haven't been around to say hi, but I've also LOVED my time with my family. We're in Idaho now, and the weather has been gorgeous. We've been enjoying all sorts of delicious food, especially Mexican food, which is scarce in Philly! I miss food blogging, but I do admit, sitting down to eat without having to take pictures of every plate is nice. I will definitely be back, but I am enjoying the break!

In the meantime, here are some food, and non-food related recommendations for you.

Have you ever tried these tortillas?

I generally prefer corn tortillas over flour, but sometimes they're a bit dry and crumbly for me. La Tortilla Factory makes corn tortillas that are so good, I would practically eat legos off of them. They are very soft, slightly sweet and delightfully chewy. They will not split or crumble at all and will be the shining star of any Mexican dish you'll make. So far I've made enchiladas, taco, quesadillas and fajitas with them and I can't get enough!

And second, I thought I'd share a website that has brought hours of late night giggling. Have you checked out The Oatmeal? It's basically made up of a bunch of silly cartoons, all with different scenarios, but it is HILARIOUS! A few of my favorites are How to Suck at Facebook, Minor Differences, and Ten Reasons to Stop Talking on the Phone. There is a bit of language in them, but they've had me laughing until my tummy ached! My favorite time to read them is late at night, I tend to laugh at everything when I'm sleep deprived.

Anywho, I just wanted to stop in and say hi. I'm going to do my best to check in on your blogs, but if I can't, I will definitely be back sometime in August. I hope you are all having wonderful summers with lots of sun, good company, and of course, great FOOD!

25 comments:

Kim said...

Those corn tortillas are delicious! I put them in one of my posts awhile back because they were so delicious. I love them, big time!

Glad to hear you're doing good. I almost sent you a message on facebook the other day.

Heading off to check out the other sites you recommended.

Have a great summer!!

Kathy said...

OMGoodness, I just recently discovered those corn tortillas a couple of weeks ago! They are the best!!! We just had fish tacos with them last night! LOVE THEM!!!!!!!!!!

Happy Summer :O)
Kathy <3

Angela said...

Teresa, you're in our neck of the woods now! How long will you be in ID? :) We miss you guys!

Ingrid_3Bs said...

HELLOOOOOO

Glad to hear you're having a grand and delicious time! :) Looking forward to hearing more about it.

I'll be checking out that Oatmeal site.
~ingrid

JG said...

Hi, it was great to see your post show up on my blogroll!

La Tortilla Factory tortillas are the ONLY ones that I purchase here in MA. Not all stores carry them. We like the Basil and also the Rosemary varieties. They never crack when rolling up. So Yummy!

Enjoy the summer with your fam.

Unknown said...

I love love love those tortillas!

Natalie said...

oh my gosh. thank you for introducing me to the oatmeal---HILARIOUS! this made my day :)

Julie said...

I love how to suck at facebook, I'm at least 3 of those ppl :) Hope your summer is going well, it sure is flying by!

Joanne said...

So glad to hear from you chica! Enjoy your family time! (But come back soon...we miss you!)

Libby@CookingWithLibby said...

Glad you are enjoying some family time!! Nothing like it in the world in my opinon :) A friend of mine told me about The Oatmeal website a few months ago. It is very funny...LOL.

Heather S-G said...

Hey Lady!! Glad to hear you're rockin' out the summer ;) Enjoy the awesome Mexican eats!!! Thanks for stopping by..."see" you when you're back & settled.

Pam said...

I just got back from Boise, Idaho... where are you? These tortillas are my new favorite food!! I love the corn flavor and the flour texture.

Velva said...

Glad to hear that vacation is wonderful.

I Have never seen those corn tortillas. I must keep an eye out for them.

Shelby said...

Glad your having a great time! I smile at your giggling...and giggle a bit myself as I went to read your suggestions!

Alissa said...

I was just telling my sis-in-law, Kandie about those tortillas!!! They really are the best! I'd really rather enjoy seeing you eat legos off of them LOL! you kill me girl! Love it! Glad you're having a killer time:) Miss youuuu!

Emily said...

Glad you are still here! Enjoy the fam time! I am sold on the tortillas!

Lara said...

Good to hear from you on your hiatus. I'm so checking out these tortillas!

Pretty Zesty said...

I;ve heard about these but can never find them! Will look again!

sara cardon said...

I love you and miss you! I will be looking forward to your much anticipated blogging return. I'm sure you've been collecting some great ideas and inspirations from your mom, and travels.

Have you tried the cook-yourself tortillas you can buy at some Costcos in the refrigerated section? I know the KOP one doesn't have them, but they have them here and in Idaho. They are AMAZING! Probably not healthy, but awesome.

Kathleen said...

Oh my gosh! I just wrote a very similar post. LOL! We must be living parallel lives!!! Have a fabulous summer.

Rachel said...

We all miss you! But glad you're having a great time. That matters way more than blogging!

julie said...

Hey there! I stumbled upon your blog and I'm glad I did. You've got a great site here! Those tortillas look delicious. I haven't seen them in our neck of the woods but I'll keep an eye out. Enjoy your time out west; I'm jealous!

theUngourmet said...

You are so funny with the eating legos on the tortillas! ;D I'm off to take a peek at the oatmeal blog now.

Katherine Roberts Aucoin said...

Have a wonderful trip!

Anonymous said...

I've actually seen those, but didn't pick them up for some reason - I'll have to check it out!

Glad you are having fun with your family!!