January 30, 2024
January 24, 2023
Lots of Fries
Barely fits on the tray.
And that was on top of the pizza that I saw the people eat! ;-)
(Credit Photo: Andy Blumenthal)
Lots of Fries
October 25, 2022
Old World Refrigerator
Inside, I'd imagine you'd find stinky sardines, cans of open beer, and some half-eaten slices of pizza. ;-)
(Credit Photo: Andy Blumenthal)
Old World Refrigerator
July 6, 2021
Colorful City Living Wall Mural
This is a snippet from a larger mural at a local kosher eatery.
Houses, people, cars, water, flowers, and trees.
Happy pappy and nicely done! ;-)
(Credit Photo: Andy Blumenthal)
Colorful City Living Wall Mural
February 15, 2021
Hanging Out with Jefe Dinero and Sweetkayy
Awesome photo in Fort Lauderdale today with rapper, Jefe Dinero and model, Sweetkayy
Great meeting these cool folks in hot Florida!
We're rocking the day away. ;-)
(Credit Photo: Dossy Blumenthal)
Hanging Out with Jefe Dinero and Sweetkayy
October 23, 2019
When Do We Get The Replicators
Not sure that we're nearly there yet in terms of the Star Trek vision for the Replicators that could make food and other items on demand.
But things are slowly taking shape.
Someone wake me up when I can order up a pizza from this thing. ;-)
(Credit Photo: Andy Blumenthal)
When Do We Get The Replicators
April 2, 2019
On Taste And Smell
On taste and smell, there is no argument.
What tastes or smells good or bad to one person versus another is not up for debate.
Each person has their own taste buds and odor senses.
Some people may be more or less sensitive to different tastes and smells.
So there is no arguing there.
You either like or you don't like.
That's your prerogative!
Don't make a big stink about it. ;-)
(Source Photo: Andy Blumenthal)
On Taste And Smell
December 6, 2018
An Alarm Clock - My Gag Gift
Yes, a Sharp Twin Bell Alarm Clock!
Of course, with each gag gift came a mini-speech by some of the managers as why they choose this gift for you.
So of course, I am consistently the first one in every morning and the person who opens up for everyone else--reliable, dependable, and hard-working Andy! :-)
Some of my other colleagues got a hula hoop, a toy toolkit, a mini teapot, a little school bus, coffee mugs with funny sayings, a rock and roll trophy, mini boxing gloves, stuffed pillows with smileys, and more.
Each came with its own unique story.
Pizza, beer, and bowling were part of the festivities.
It's nice when people appreciate each other and can have some fun.
Thanks for the holiday party and the alarm clock. ;-)
(Source Photo: Andy Blumenthal)
An Alarm Clock - My Gag Gift
October 17, 2016
From Cocoa Trees To Honey Pizza
Had a chance to take in the United States Botanic Garden.
Loved going in the greenhouse.
The air was fresh and the flowers beautiful.
The 2nd to last photo is a cocoa tree, which I had never seen before.
It was incredible to me that those pods hold the amazing stuff that gives us chocolate.
G-d's creations are so amazing.
Also, we went for dinner and my daughter had this amazing pizza with cheese, figs, spinach, and honey.
I couldn't have the dough because of my Paleo diet, but I just tasted the toppings, and it was literally like heaven.
I was glad that the taste didn't show up on the scale this morning.
To me the wonderment is how our senses can literally indulge in so many wonderful things almost like the Garden of Eden.
Thank you G-d for giving us life and the ability to enjoy your amazing creations. ;-)
(Source Photos: Andy Blumenthal)
From Cocoa Trees To Honey Pizza
May 16, 2016
Pizza And Brew With Wonderful Friends
Pizza And Brew With Wonderful Friends
January 17, 2015
Almost Started A Food Fight
Tonight, motzei Shabbos, and we're at the kosher Pizza store.
There is a table next to us with some semi-rowdy boys and girls.
We're sitting there minding our own business--really--when all of a sudden I get a spit ball (yes, a spit ball) right in my ear.
I look over at the kids and this guy is opening a Toblerone chocolate and smirks and says, "Oh, sorry" and goes back to his friends laughing at what they did.
So my wife is eating her seasoned fries, and I pick up a long one at the end, and am holding it--and all of a sudden, i don't know what happened, but the fry just flicks out of my hand and up into the air.
My wife and daughter and I just stare at each other...like OMG, you didn't!
But I did and then a girl at the next table shrieks as the fry hits her in the head and she's looking accusingly at the boys at her table asking, "Who did that?"
We're still sitting sort of frozen staring at each other, holding in our laughter.
The store manager comes over to the kids and starts yelling at them about throwing fries around the store.
At which point, we couldn't contain our reaction anymore and started cracking up.
I think the kids at the next table figured it out.
My daughter who thought these kids were so obnoxious goes to me, "That was so cool Dad!"
So what is going on with me lately...not sure, but I think I like it. ;-)
(Source Photo: Andy Blumenthal)
Almost Started A Food Fight
January 10, 2015
Ketchup Face
The family had a little fun with the ketchup.
I come from a creative bunch...whether with pastels, photography, Photoshop, writing, and even Ketchup.
Don't worry it didn't go to waste, the fries were right on the way! :-)
(Source Photo: The Blumenthals)
Ketchup Face
December 22, 2014
No Soup For You!
After some silly insulting encounter, the Soup Nazi refuses to give Jerry any soup saying in his deep accent, "No soup for you."
Well, when I walked in the local pizza store and saw this sign on the counter, I couldn't help but laugh a little.
It's the real thing...and it says, "Sorry No Soups Tonight."
And it's sort of sloppily written on a guest check and placed in a Coca Cola holder.
I wasn't too disappointed with the news though, since who gets the soup at a pizza joint anyway? ;-)
(Source Photo: Dannielle Blumenthal)
No Soup For You!
December 18, 2014
Thirsty and Hungry
This big 6 feet banner says "Moms Drink For Free."
So not sure, is it a special running at the local bar for the holidays or a wish by a bunch of mom's looking to get toasted?
Now, look carefully to the right, and you can see in the next window the messaging continues and it says "+ Send 1 Pizza."
So these "moms" are not only thirty but apparently hungry too--they want pizza and brew!
Not sure to what happened to "moms" just being normal mothers and good role models, and not hanging their menu cravings out the window in downtown. ;-)
(Source Photo: Andy Blumenthal)
Thirsty and Hungry
October 15, 2014
Want to Ride The Falafel Bus?
The best that I've ever had was in Tel Aviv with spicy falafel balls, hot french fries, and loads of creamy Tehina stuffed in the pita.
Only thing better is with juicy grilled schwarma, right off the rotating fire spit, and hot sauce, and for that try Max's in Silver Spring.
One of my friends used to joke about the guy with an accent selling falafel, but who used to ring out (what sounded like), "Pizza and Palapel!"
In terms of getting it from a curbside bus--only if it is hot and kosher. ;-)
(Source Photo: Andy Blumenthal)
Want to Ride The Falafel Bus?
October 12, 2014
For The Love Of Pizza
I order a sandwich, and I must've been in a little mood.
The waiter says to me, "Do you want it with everything?"
And I smiled and said, "Yeah, especially the everything!"
Then when we were done eating, I get up to pay at the counter, and pull out my plastic.
The cashier says to me, "We only take cash."
I smile again and now playing with her respond, "Well, I only pay plastic, now what do we do?"
I was only joking around as I pull out the few bucks of cash I happen to have in my pocket (note: I rarely even carry paper money in the age of technology).
As I left, I thought about the brief exchanges and sort of laughed to myself.
It doesn't pay to take a hard and fast line with people...
Much better to be flexible like, "What would you like on your sandwich (we have X, Y, and Z)?" or "Cash or credit today Sir?"
Being all or nothing just provokes an occasional smart aleck to pay a little back. ;-)
(Source Photo: Andy Blumenthal)
For The Love Of Pizza
June 12, 2013
The Money Pit
The Sicilian pizza by the way is amazing.
We are there for a while enjoying the food, conversation, and ambiance.
My wife offers to take a picture of me in this great place.
The lady behind the counter is so nice and let's me join her behind the counter for a moment.
In comes an obviously wealthy customer and as he sees me going to take a quick photo, he makes a big "Hmmmmm!"
The lady graciously says "Just one moment sir."
And irritably waiting for just this brief moment, he blurts out, "I'm the customer and my money comes first!"
When he said this, another lady in line made a huge shocked face--as did we all.
It is incredible how some people's money goes to their head and they don't realize it all comes from G-d and can just as quickly be taken away.
Wealth, health, our loved ones, and happiness--they are ephemeral and we should be ever grateful for them for as long as we have them.
Being arrogant and thinking we are better than the next guy--that we are somehow more deserving or above it all--is a huge fallacy and G-d sees all.
Maybe this rich guy's money comes first to him, but I imagined the Master Of The Universe hearing these words and having the last eternal laugh. ;-)
(Source Photo: Andy Blumenthal)
The Money Pit