Georgia Peaches Coming To NYC

Some Georgia in Tennessee #nashville

A photo posted by Liz Heather (@lizheather) on Jun 7, 2015 at 3:52pm PDT

Remember those peaches I told you about a few weeks ago? They're coming to New York City!

Stephen and Jessica Rose launched the Peach Truck in 2012 with the intention of bringing the joy of Pearson Farm's fresh Georgia peaches to cities around the country. They started out small — first delivering peaches in brown paper bags in the Nashville area, and then expanding to the south and Midwest. And now, for the first time ever, the truck is coming to New York this summer.

They've put together a New York itinerary for the three days they'll be in town. On July 17, the Peach Truck will park at Berg'n; on July 18, Wilma Jean, the Fort Greene Flea, Smorgasburg in Williamsburg, and Urban Cowboy; and on July 19, Chelsea Market, the Williamsburg Flea, and Smorgasburg at Brooklyn Bridge Park. You can check out the full schedule over here.

Sweet Jane's in Astoria

The fact that dairy-free ice cream can have the capability to be delicious is proof of a higher power. I'm sorry, it is.

I finally ventured over to Sweet Jane's on 24th Avenue the other night around 10:10pm, just to witness the door locked up tight and someone sweeping up inside. I never had any intention of asking to be let in, but I locked eyes with the gentleman inside and somehow, someway - he motioned for me (and my friend) to come on inside.

He introduced us to Sweet Jane herself and then she proceeded to LET US TRY BASICALLY EVERYTHING. Why? I have no idea. But in my experience, if something amazing is about to happen to you - don't interrupt. Everything that happened next was magical. We tried dairy and gluten-free flavours (like Key Lime Pie, Thin Mint, Peanut Butter) as well as their full-ass-dairy gems (like Cappuccino Kahlua and Salty Caramel Pretzel) in addition to their heavenly Fudgestickle that's better than any frozen treat I've had on a stick before IN LIFE (is it fudgestickle or fudgesickle (?) - 'cause I've seen both spellings on their main board).

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Jane! The real Jane!

I don't know how we got lucky enough to have a behind-the-scenes night at this gem of an ice cream shop, but thank you immensely for having us, Jane! We'll absolutely never forget it. 

And as far as ice cream places go, this is by far the best one I've ever been to in Queens. Maybe even in NYC. There's no reason for you not to check it out this summer. 

The Cost of Paying Attention

“Silence is now offered as a luxury good.”

I love everything about this New York Times piece I recently read entitled "The Cost of Paying Attention." So much so that I've already put the writer's book (“The World Beyond Your Head: On Becoming an Individual in an Age of Distraction”) on hold. Expect a review on that coming soon.  

“Don’t wear flip flops when you’re driving. It’s weird that everyone doesn’t know how dangerous that is.”

— #lizadvice

The Brooklyn Cyclones Salute to Seinfeld Night 2

Remember last year's Seinfeld night at MCU Park? Well, they're doing it again this Sunday if you missed the one last year.

The first 2,500 fans in attendance will receive a Little Jerry Bobblebeak (shown above). These are expected to go fast so they recommend arriving as early as possible. Gates will open at 3:30 PM for the 5:00 PM game. 

Highlights of the day will include:

• Elaine dancing contest
• Costanza trash eating
• Fusili Jerry craft table
• Muffin top eating contest
• Running errands for Mr. Pitt
• Pretzel eating contest

You'll be eligible to throw out the first pitch if your last name Cartwright, if you wear an 8-Ball Jacket like Putty, if you're an importer/exporter or if your last name Drake.

Steve Hytner (Kenny Bania) will be posing for photos and taking pictures with fans from the third inning – the 7th inning on the concourse at MCU Park. It's encouraged to bring some Ovaltine, he’ll sign it for you.

The Cyclones will be wearing special on-field jerseys inspired by Kramer’s Techni-color Dream Coat. They'll be raffling the jerseys off throughout the game – you can purchase raffle tickets on the concourse at the info table or through one of our Beach Bums who will be roaming the stands. If you aren’t lucky enough to win, we will have additional game worn jerseys up for auction at CyclonesAuthentics.com starting on Tuesday, July 7th. 

Tickets are still available for the game, and start at just $10. They are available over here, calling 718 – 507- TIXX, or at the MCU Park Box Office.

The Final Scene in Crocodile Dundee

Honestly, this movie really holds up over time. But this scene especially? Man. I looooove it. 

Mom Says

“A wish will come true if you make it while burning onions.”

My Favourite 10 Things To Eat in Ontario

Happy Canada Day!

Happy Canada Day! 🍁

A photo posted by Saurob Ahmed (@sdotahmed) on Jul 1, 2015 at 8:51pm PDT

I'm feeling a little annoyed that I'm not in Mississauga celebrating Canada Day with the rest of you, but I'll get over it. What will I do instead? Sit and pine over these items below.

1.    Salted Caramel Timbits. Have you tried these yet? They're relatively new and amazing. 

Photo Credit: Tim Hortons

2.    The poutine at Royal Burger on Lakeshore.

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Royal Burger Poutine

3.    All forms of Coffee Crisps (especially Coffee Crisp Latte, Coffee Crisp McFlurries, Coffee Crisp Hot Chocolate, Coffee Crisp cake, IT NEVER ENDS).

Photo Credit & Recipe: Huffington Post

4.    Any fish and chips that uses halibut and not cod.

Photo Credit: Phenu

5.    Trinidadian doubles near any of the West Indian places near T.L. Kennedy.

Photo Credit: Serious Eats

6.   The garlic cheese loaf at Swiss Chalet (it sucks if you get it for delivery or take out, but it’s amazing when you eat it at the restaurant).

Photo Credit: WaiWai Flickr

7.    The caesar salad at Canyon Creek is especially 'cause they use way too much garlic when they make the dressing and I cannot get enough of it.

Photo Credit: Joey Eats

8.    Parmesan Chicken Bowties at Jack Astor’s.

Photo Credit: Cindy Nguyen

9.     Mind Over Matcha at Booster Juice - (I stand by this statement, Magowans!)

Photo Credit: Booster Juice

10.    Pepperoni slice at San Francesco’s.

Photo Credit: Insauga.com

“Toronto is kind of like New York operated by the Swiss.”

— John Bently Mays

Woof Washer

1. I don't know exactly how drugged these dogs were to be so serene and calm in this video, but it's insanity that the producers of this commercial found animals that didn't shake that water off immediately. That's a miracle and I hope those dogs were properly compensated.
2. I know a couple of toddlers who would have the times of their lives with this hose and I'm a little shocked that it isn't marketed towards dogs as well as young kids.
3. "When you wash a dog, there's parts you don't want to touch." Love that line. Nobody likes cleaning a dog butt! I've never done it (I would, if I had to) but we established that the dog butt is Nathan's duty to clean in our household.
4. If I actually end up with the Woof Washer in my possession, I will absolutely do a video to try it out with Baby Dog.