As we approach one year since Adolph died, the grandchildren often talk about Granpa's cooking.
He would make pancakes on a sleepover.
Sauce and fresh egg noodle for fettucine or spaghetti.
His lasagna was so delicious. Not just for the grandchildren but for special occasions or a treat for someone who was ill.
So to those other Dads and Granpas that love to cook, this is your day.
#father'sday2021#granpalovedtocook#adolphdimambro
So a plaque on a bench in the park where the grandchildren played with him and still go when visiting Nana helped to create a memorial spot.
#memorialplaque#rememberingadolph#theparkwheretheyplayed#granpalovestocook#adolphdimambro
Special occasions like birthdays warrant birthday cakes.
A granddaughter turns 16 so of course a special birthday cake for her.
Wonderful cake with very sweet icing.
A small celebration due to COVID restrictions.
Fun can be had in small doses.
And Granpa always liked to celebrate!!
#birthdays#sweetsixteen#birthdaycakes#granpalovestocook#adolphdimambro
Adolph loved to cook. Now Sonya has picked up the torch of trying new dishes.
I had the benefit of a barbecue at Natasha's home Saturday. Then some meals Sunday by delivery by Sonya.
Cooking for one is mundane. So one take out meal once or twice a month helps too.
Joining up with family under safe public health protocols supports a positive meal time.
#eatingalone#joiningfamily#goodhomecookedmeals#granpalovestocook#adolphdimambro
Not able to eat out and only order in, I really appreciate a BBQ at one of the girls' houses.
As a single I am allowed to be with one other household.
So outdoor barbecues work for distance, fresh air and a certain amount of safety for all.
My favourite is BBQ steak.
My last BBQ went in the garbage last year as it was falling apart. So I depend on others for my BBQ needs.
How about you? Do you like outdoor eating and BBQs?
#BBQ#steakonthebarbie#outdooreatingissoulful#barbecuesworkforcovidtimes#reflectivethoughtsbybarbara#barbaradimambro
Cooking for one sucks.
So last night curb side pickup from Mr. Greek at Rutherford and Bathurst.
Kalamari with potaotoes and some garlic bread.
Can't wait for patio dining again.
But take out works for me for now.
#mrgreek#curbsidepickup#kalamari#garlicbread#granpalovestocook#adolphdimambro
It takes lots of photos and research to keep a blog going.
So today I reviewed all the photos and previous writing for this blog.
Anticipating some jaunts to farms over the summer, I want to be ready to continue some posts on this site.
Meanwhile it was exhausting so am having a strawberry homemade sundae tonight to help with the mood.
Not Italian cooking but fun eating.
#strawberrysundae#eatingforfun#reflectivethoughtsbybarbara#barbaradimambro
