...e io sono al settimo cielo!!

Infatti, Cris, Dolci Fusa, Milli,  mi hanno ri-consegnato questo tenerissimo e adorabile premio:

GRAZIE di cuore ragazze, sono felicissima, vi voglio bene!    

Ma non è finita qui, infatti la simpaticissima Mariarita mi ha donato questo, con la seguente motivazione:

- perché i suoi ricami sono infinitamente belli e ben realizzati, mi ha fatto apprezzare il primitive che conoscevo poco...è una vera crocettina doc...e il suo amore per i suoi amici pelosetti è commovente...

GRAZIE MILLE Mariarita!

e che io giro indistintamente a TUTTE VOI amiche, perchè siete tutte ma proprio tutte davvero fantastiche!!         

Sul fronte crocettoso non ho praticamente nessuna novità da mostrarvi, il motivo è presto detto, sto lavorando ad un progetto segreto, e cioè mi sono iscritta, sul blog quaker inspired, ad uno scambio internazionale di animaletti quaker di The Workbasket, e così dato che la spedizione è fissata entro giugno, mi sono tuffata anima e corpo in questo lavoro, perchè voglio rispettare la scadenza....!

Vi lascio con un paio di foto, il melograno fiorito e il mio tesorino che gioca in giardino:

Bacioni a presto!!

1. Irvine Robbins, co-founder of Baskin-Robbins ice cream, died at the age of 90.

We used to have a Baskin-Robbins in my neighborhood when I was a kid, and I would always get World Class Chocolate. I have no idea if that's still part of the "31 flavors" at the current stores (now owned and operated by the Dunkin' Donuts conglomerate), but going to that B-R for the first time will forever be one of my warmest ice cream memories.

2. Melograno, still the number 1 restaurant on my Philly Top 10, has lost its lease and will move this summer.

According to the Philadelphia Inquirer's Food and Drinq blog:

Melograno, one of the best-received of the recent crop of mom-and-pop BYOs, has lost its lease after five years.

July 28 will be its last day at 22d and Spruce Streets, says Rosemarie Tran, who owns Melograno with her husband, Gianluca Demontis.

They're relocating to 2010 Sansom St. -- same name and concept -- and hope to be up and running in September, taking advantage of their usual August vacation.

Although its current neighborhood is much nicer, I can't complain since they're moving around the corner from me. As long as the quality stays high, I'll be there on a regular basis.

3. Who added the extra "r" in shebert?

If you just pronounced that last word like "sherbert," join the crowd. Thankfully, we have Anu Garg of MSN's new On Words column to show us the folly of our ways.

The word is from Arabic, but it took a scenic route to English. It stopped by Persian and Turkish before reaching the shores of the English language. In Arabic šarbat is a drink. (By the way, the word syrup is a cousin of this word.)

Don't worry, his daughter got it wrong too.

Sempre per i tipi della CRC sono stati dati recentemente alle stampe due testi sulla nutrigenomica e sulle interazioni tra geni e sostanze vegetali in genere, in pieno filone epigenetico. L'epigenetica è una disciplina assai recente, dedita alle modifiche che i geni e la loro espressione possono subire durante la vita di un essere vivente per effetto di vari agenti. E' considerata la next big thing in ambito biomedico. I testi in questo caso sono intitolati Phytochemicals - Nutrient-Gene Interactions e Nutrigenomics. Più recente rispetto a questi è Epigenetics in Biology and Medicine, che tuttavia è focalizzato su aspetti generali e più strettamente medici e meno vegetali.

Non invecchia nel sonno
il pensiero di venirti a cercare.
Stanotte la strada è bufera:
prima del giorno, qui non finirà.
Ma se dopo il silenzio
il rosso del melograno riaffiora
al portone della tua casa
saprai quali convogli dal confine
trasalivano le ronde notturne
quali tracce ostinavano
il cacciatore ai bordi del buio.

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DISCLAIMER: The below list is NOT current. For the final Philly 15, click here.

Before we proceed, a little warning: this list is shamefully biased toward the Rittenhouse Square area of the city (where I live), as well as restaurants that I've visited multiple times. It is neither fair, nor objective.

1. Melograno (BYOB)

I've never had a bad meal at Melograno, the best of both the oodles of BYOBs and plethora of Italian restaurants I've been to in Philly. The space is small and it can be hell trying to get a seat (especially on a weekend), but you're in for a treat when the food finally arrives. The open kitchen is foodie heaven, and the food is top-notch. Never overlook the specials.

2. Tinto

You can read more about this excellent tapas joint elsewhere on the site, but suffice to say, you can't go wrong. Bold flavors, inventive dishes and a great wine list make this new Jose Garces restaurant a place to beat in 2008.

3. Matyson (BYOB)

It is virtually unnoticeable on the ugly block where it resides, but if you find it, thank your lucky stars. The nouveau-American cuisine is beyond tasty and, like Melograno, you can't go wrong with the specials. It may be a little more expensive than it should be, but you can't complain about the ROI (return on investment).

4. Lolita (BYOT)

Why BYOT? Because this fun nouveau-Mexican joint encourages you to bring your own tequila and combine it with one of their refreshing margarita mixes. The food is just as awe-inspiring, with elegant takes on south of the border cuisine. I've had many a great meal here.

5. Caffe Casta Diva (BYOB)

Often overlooked as just another Italian BYOB in a city teeming with them, Caffe Casta Diva has delivered dish after dish of succulent surprises. Granted, it doesn't look like much inside (or out), but I'm continually impressed by the food that's put in front of me. Skip the appetizers, and just bask in one of their delicious main courses.

6. Friday, Saturday, Sunday

Not a BYOB, but might as well be, judging from the tiny space. There's nothing fancy in the decor here; in fact, they could do a bit more work in that department (the fluorescent wipe-board menu has got to go). But this restaurant really delivers where it counts. The menu is diverse (if not wholly unique) and I've had a few fantastic desserts here. A great neighborhood place.

7. Tria

This tiny bar specializes in the so-called "fermentation three": beer, cheese and wine. They excel in all three of them and the staff are experts in pairings. While the wine and beer are kept in liquid form, the cheeses are incorporated into all manner of appetizers, salads, sandwiches and even desserts. Unfortunately, the past few visits have been a mixed bag in terms of preparation and taste, which I hope is not a trend.

8. Alma de Cuba

I've only been to this Cuban restaurant once. And even though it has some of that Stephen Starr gaudiness on display, the meal was simply fantastic. Presentation is surely a strong suit, with the food arranged in all manner of interesting, geometric shapes. If you can get past the clubby atmosphere, your stomach will thank you.

9. Standard Tap

I'm beginning to hate the term "gastropub" but it's the best word to describe this Northern Liberties eatery. The emphasis is most definitely on imbibing, but the elegant American dishes elevate the cuisine beyond run-of-the-mill bar food. Forget the fries, and get yourself a piece of perfectly cooked, succulent fish. I promise, it'll still go with the beer.

10. Fuji Mountain

I've written before about this three-floor Japanese place before, but it deserves the kudos. The sushi is consistently tasty and the rest of their menu ain't too shabby either. Try a few dumplings and maybe some soup before you wolf down the chef's selection of tuna, salmon and all the uncooked regulars.

Best Burger - Rouge

This place is a little too trendy for me, but their burger is amazing. Gruyere cheese, amazing bun and side of London-style chips (fries) makes the glaring eyes worth it.

Best Breakfast/Brunch - Marathon on the Square

You can't go wrong with this place; that's why there are lines around the corner every Sunday. Come for the eggs, stay for the Bloody Mary's.

Most Inconsistent - Audrie Claire (BYOB)

You're either going to get an amazing meal... or something else. I've had a terrible tuna steak here, but some spectacular pork chops. It's like the restaurant with two brains.

Best Cheesesteak - Jim's Steaks

I'm probably one of the most unqualified guys to make this call, but I like Jim's the best. Gino's and Pat's are pretty good, and Tony Luke's certainly has the best cheese (sharp provolone), but Jim's really brings it together the best.

Best Restaurants I Can't Wait to Try

la situazione mi pare leggermente critica, non oso immaginare cosa ci sarà domattina...!

Ecco il melograno:

Il povero melograno, tutto scheletrito, in attesa di tempi migliori...!!

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Dott. Jonas Elia rispondera alle domande degli ascoltatori sugli argomenti di maggiore interesse che riguarda la nostra salute: Olio di Canapa, Idrolato di Malva Rosa, il Melograno, Fieno Greco ed altri rimedi della Medicina Tradizionale Mediterranea

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FREGUENZE...

Recipes aren't ready yet but look at this photo, please

Do you know this fruit? Do you eat it?

It is called POMEGRANATE , in Italian "melograno".

It is a winter fruit generally eaten but also used in many Italian recipes during Christmas time because it is a symbol of abundance and brings good luck.

Its taste depends on the variety and state of ripeness. It can be very sweet or very sour or tangy.