"There are always alternatives, Captain" - Spock.
Only fair I guess, stay away and get TOP when one returns So order up folks; enjoy!
der5997Only fair I guess, stay away and get TOP when one returns So order up folks; enjoy!
I'll have the most expensive item on the menu.
York1 John
I asked my doctor if I gave up delicious food and all alcohol, would I live longer? He said, "No, but it will seem longer."
Just a quck note to say I am still here
I am still here.
Howdy, everybody. ... Lunch time. I'll have a hot dog with chile on it and an RBF, please.
Der John ..... Great to see you here in the Diner. ! It's been too long.
John York 1 ..... I hope PT improves your situation.
Kevin .... I'm glad the new garage door is an improvement.
MLC .... Glad you are here in the Diner.
David North Brit. ... You have a lot of yummy food to talk about.
GARRY
HEARTLAND DIVISION, CB&Q RR
EVERYWHERE LOST; WE HUSTLE OUR CABOOSE FOR YOU
moelarrycurly4I am still here.
Me Too! Don't post much these days, but I do enjoy reading the chit chat and being "on track"...
73
Ray Seneca Lake, Ontario, and Western R.R. (S.L.O.&W.) in HO
We'll get there sooner or later!
Evening
Packed and raring to go here.
Good to from ya Der, MLC, Ray. How you guys been and don't be strangers?
My favorite Canadian Band eh.
I always liked the older stuff better than the run-of-the-mill.
Only three guys are needed when they know what they're doing
TF
To John York 1 and to TF (and others who will be traveling ) : .... Have a safe and enjoyable trip.
Heartland Division CB&QTo John York 1 and to TF (and others who will be traveling ) : .... Have a safe and enjoyable trip.
Just three days until I launch!
The World Is A Beautiful Place.
-Kevin
Living the dream.
der5997Dave, we generally just use Canola, and not much at that. Enough for heat transfer, which since the pan is already non-stick, is all that's needed.
Hi der5997,
We use Canola oil for most of our regular baking needs. The Grapeseed Oil is strictly for high temperatures like grilling steaks in a smoking hot cast iron pan on the BBQ. I wish we had a proper exhaust fan so we could do it in the kitchen. For stir fries it is average olive oil.
Two Christmases ago I bought Dianne (read 'us') a bottle of high end olive oil. I never used to think that there would be much difference between a $10.00 bottle of oil vs a $30.00 bottle. I was wrong! We only use the high end stuff when the taste of the olive oil is an important part of the dish, but it really makes a difference. We make our own Caesar dressing (Joy of Cooking recipe). With the $10.00 stuff it is okay but nothing to write home about. With the high end stuff, it is delicious!! Guests rave!! We also use the high end stuff on pasta and in Pesto.
Dave
I'm just a dude with a bad back having a lot of fun with model trains, and finally building a layout!
Post hog!!
I experienced a bit of a miracle today. I got a Cortizone shot in my right knee. The pain reduction was instantaneous! The doctor used a local anesthetic wipe to dull the pain and I hardly felt a thing.
I actually had an intern do the injection, and he started poking around my left knee at first. I casually mentioned that he should be looking at the right knee! Thank goodness it wasn't serious surgery!! I would have been knocked out before he started!!
The x-ray showed straight bone on bone so it was no wonder that I could hardly walk or do stairs. How long the injection will last is anybody's guess. The doctor said it could be one week or 10 months. He put me on his list for a knee replacement. The wait is one year. At least it's free! (sort of).
Cheers!!
Good morning Diners. The good weather 'TF sent' has finally arrived. Just in time for the Holiday Weekend.
Dave. Glad things are taking a turn for the better regarding your knee. Waiting a year though, is tough. Here in the UK (thanks to Covid) there is a long queue for operations.
Regarding Olive Oil. I agree. There is a (huge) difference between oils. The high end oil makes far better sauces.
We have our oldest grandson staying overnite tonite. We will be overrun with Superheroes.
Thoughts & Peace to All who Require.
David
To the world you are someone. To someone you are the world
I cannot afford the luxury of a negative thought
Something to watch with your morning beverage:
I notice some of the cheap olive oils are actually "blends". Gotta watch out for that, too.
Cheers, Ed
A coffee Brunhilda, please. Then I can watch the film, Ed has posted.
Ed. Excellent hosting thruout the month. Thank You.
It is coming to the end of the month. Who wishes to Host in June?
NorthBritEd. Excellent hosting thruout the month. Thank You.
Thanks for your support, David, and to everyone else
And our thoughts are still clouded with the loss of Randy Rinker and our prayers for his family this Memorial Day.
Regards, Ed
Good morning
Wouldn't ya know it? Every morning I wouldn't mind sleeping till 6 I'm wide awake at 4. The day that would work out perfect I oversleep till 6. Oh well, I'm not on a time schedule here. We may just relax enjoying our coffee and leave at 9 after rush hour now. I don't like an early morning scramble.
Yep, Great job hosting the Diner this month Ed. Always appreciated. Thank you
Glad your nice weather finally arrived David! Looks like our all day rain yesterday is breaking up. The sun's coming out and looking like a great day to travel
Again my condolences to Randy's family as well. Such a shame he parted so young. He is missed but will always be remembered here. Not only for the great easy going likable guy he was but all the helpful contributions he provided will be missed too.
Have a great day gentleman
Good morning everyone. I have already placed my order with Chloe, and I need that coffee badly!
Dave, I am glad to hear your knee is feeling better, even if just temporary.
I am not a huge fan of Olive Oil, but I always buy "upper shelf" brands when I need it. The cheap stuff is just terrible.
Soy Sauce... this is absolutely a product where premium is so much better. I get my Say Sauce from a good Oriental Grocery Store in Sarasota. The same brand makes three varieties I like, light, premium, and seasoned. Light refers to the color, not calorie or sodium content.
This stuff costs 7-8 dollars per bottle, compared to less that 2 dollars for the cheap stuff at the grocery store. Good Soy Sauce really makes Chinese food taste amazing. I never eat Chinese food in restaurants anymore, because they all have cheap soy sauce.
Let's all have a great day.
Good morning, diners. I'm still writing from home -- my wife was on the phone with all the girls last night. Now it seems we will all get together later next week. Plans change. Of course, since retirement, I have no plans anyway except for an after-lunch nap. The good thing is the car is ready, and my clothes are packed.
Ed, thanks for hosting the diner this month. Good job.
Dave, I'm glad your knee feels better. That shot is magic.
Spring (sorry, Bear) seems to make everything seem a little better. Of course, not wearing that stupid mask everywhere also helps.
Everyone else, have a great day.
Good morning .....
Ed .... You are doing a great job hosting the May Diner.
Also for Ed .... The brass observation car you have in Photo Fun looks similar to the plastic observation car now offered by Bachmann. Now, I think I know what was the prototype for the Bachmann car.
What will we do for June ?
John York 1 .... Your plans changed. Glad you are flexible.
Kevin .... I bet you are getting excited about your trip.
Everybody ..... have a nice Friday.
Hi folks,
Where would you like to take the Diner for June? We only have a couple of days to decide, so let's hear your ideas. Would The East Broad Top be of interest?
Thanks again to Ed for hosting us on the Reading Railway during May! Great job!
Hello Railfans!
Top of the day to yas! And a mighty fine day it is. The temp is mild, and it is trying its darndest to rain. Im kinda pulling for the rain, we need it. Grass is starting to turn a browner shade of green, and the leaves dont look quite as perky.
Ed) I guess now that we are at the end of the month itd be a good time to let you know I really enjoyed you bringing 'Railfanning with the Bednars' to us. Among the other stuff.
As Garry and John have mentioned, I too am curious as to whats ahead for next month.
Have a great day everyone!
A#1 North!
Douglas
Good evening Diners. A Mushroom Burger and Wedges, Flo please.
If nobody offers to take the Diner next month I'll take her to Wales?
David, that would be interesting. You've done England, Scotland, and then Wales.
By the way, I love mushroom burgers. I'll be dropping by later.
BigDaddy ...or just those dried out scones my wife loves?
"One difference between pessimists and optimists is that while pessimists are more often right, optimists have far more fun."
Heartland Division CB&QKevin .... I bet you are getting excited about your trip.
Yes I am.
I really liked the picture of the SGRR boxcar you shared in "Show Me Something".
David the scones I've had were baked by my wife. Hardly authentic, but she has elderly former neighbor, born in Britain, that has made her scones.
I made some sourdough bread today and it has no sour
This pic supposedly from 1939 on the Thomas Viaduct was posted on a Facebook old Baltimore photos. What is the near engine?
Henry
COB Potomac & Northern
Shenandoah Valley
BigDaddyWhat is the near engine?
It's a London Midland and Scottish Railway Coronation Class 4-6-2.
The "original" British Invasion
Just coming up on Rum and Pepsi time as the Wild and Golden Knights will settle things once and all. Once the Canucks and Jets are out I don't usually care who wins at that point and just enjoy watching these highly skilled athletes ply their trade. BUT! Because our good friend TF is a staunch Wild fan I'll be cheering for them tonight. I will pour you a tumbler of The Captain TF. If you don't show up, I'll have to drink it myself. It doesn't keep you know.
GO WILD!
Brent
"All of the world's problems are the result of the difference between how we think and how the world works."
NorthBritIf nobody offers to take the Diner next month I'll take her to Wales?
Wales sounds good to me! Any place where the towns' names have 16 consonants and one vowel has to be interesting!
Seriously, let's do Wales. David is an excellent host!