Breakfast Sammy
I felt like actually making something for breakfast, and a breakfast sandwich comes together quickly. While not unique to this region by […]
Read moreAuthor: SamUpstate
A suburban dad enjoying and celebrating life in New York's Capital District.
Working to improve the world by supporting public education and strong, walkable communities.
Software Engineer (by day).
Amateur Bartending and Czech-Inspired Cocktails
This past weekend, my inlaws hosted a birthday party for my wife’s grandfather, who turns 104 this week. I was asked if […]
Read moreFleeing is the problem?
This story in the Times Union last week is a typical example of a widespread problem. Why is the news (and the […]
Read moreDistancing from Meta
I wrote previously about my approach to using Meta platforms (Instagram and Facebook, specifically). A recent article by the excellent team at […]
Read moreLeases and Independent Businesses
The Albany Business Review reported yesterday that Rare Form Brewing in downtown Troy will be closing temporarily while they find and move […]
Read moreGreen Cocktails
It’s St. Patrick’s Day, and I’m looking to hold onto anything fun these days, so I thought I’d see if I could come up with a green cocktail.
Read moreIt’s a little troubling that any sheriff would want to hire an ex-prison guard they know was fired for walking out (illegally) […]
Read moreToday’s Bake
Another attempt at Paul Hollywood’s Basic White Bread. This time, I used only King Arthur’s bread flour. Unfortunately, I wasn’t paying attention […]
Read moreCocktail: A La Louisiane
In recognition of Mardi Gras this past Tuesday, and National Absinthe Day this past Wednesday (March 5), today’s cocktail is an A La Louisiane (also sometimes called a De La Louisiane).
Read moreYesterday’s Bake
Yesterday, I made Paul Hollywood’s Basic White Bread. I generally prefer whole wheat, but this was for my kids to make sandwiches […]
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