Deep Fried Beer...like the Deep Fried Butter everyone is talking about it at this years Wisconsin State Fair.
You've tried to imagine the flavors in your mouth and what it might taste like...
You're wondering where you can find it and how much it costs.
I have you covered as we go to the Budweiser Pavilion and get some first reactions to the much talked about Deep Fried Beer at the 160th Wisconsin State Fair.
You've heard all about it and thought, "I wonder what THAT tastes like?" Deep Fried Butter...you'll find it on the menu at The Machine Shed near Gate 4, next to the We Energies Stage.
If you're trying to decide on weather you should try this or not, let me just say it's the Wisconsin State Fair! Go BIG or go home!
My first reaction to Deep Fried Butter was, "that's a LOT of butter", I later slipped into a butter coma for hours and craved even more when I came to. It's not for everyone but definitely worth a try.
The good people at The Machine Shed stopped by The MIx Studios this afternoon to drop off a sample of Deep Fried Butter good-ness, along w 2010's Krispy Kreme Cheese Burger (I had about a dozen that year...) and 2009's Chocolate Covered Bacon.
The Deep Fried Butter is...intresting and unique, probably not for everybody but definitely worth a try! Find them near Gate 4 and tell em' Van McNeil sent you! Happy State Fair y'all! :)
Officials of the Wisconsin State Fair are excited to announce even more new foods to the lists previously released! Fairgoers will not be disappointed by the delectable delights offered for this yearâs Wisconsin State Fair, presented by U.S. Cellular®. The 160th Fair will take place Thursday, August 4 through Sunday, August 14 in West Allis.
Newly added items are sure to be popular among Fairgoers! Deep Fried Beer, will remind Fairgoers of a warm, salty ravioli or pretzel filled with beer. When Fairgoers take a bite they will find Michelob AmberBock, a rich and balanced beer in liquid form, as well as cheddar cheese dipping sauce on the side. Deep Fried Beer will be served in the Budweiser Pavilion and Fairgoers must be 21 years of age or older to purchase this item.
Sazâs Miller High Life Pavilion and Sazâs Ribs have added Hog Logs to the menu, which are wonton skins stuffed with BBQ pork and cheddar cheese, deep fried.
Fairgoers will find French Fried Frito Pies, Eggplant Strips, and Lezza Spumoni added to the menu at Pitchâs / Miss Katieâs Diner.
For those looking for salty and sweet, Ultimate Confections has added Chocolate Covered Fritos to their menu of sweet treats.
Updated lists of new foods both on and off a stick include:
Foods on a Stick:
Joeyâs Seafood & Grill- Breaded Deep Fried Oysters.
Loriâs Sugar Shack- Candy Apples.
Miller Lite Sports Bar & Grill- Chicken Cordon Bleu Bits.
Firehouse- Country Fried Bacon with Country Gravy.
Apollo Gyros- Deep Fried Bacon Wrapped Hot Dog.
Lakefront Brew Pub & Eatery- Elvis (Deep Fried Peanut Butter Cup Dipped in Banana Batter).
Madison SportService- Gourmet Braided Pretzel.
Lakefront Brew Pub & Eatery- Ham & Cheese.
Lakefront Brew Pub & Eatery- Italian Sausage.
Water Street Brewery- Scotch Egg.
Tiki Tapas- Tempura Shrimp Kabob.
Tiki Tapas- Tempura Veggie Kabob.
Tiki Tapas- Tikiyaki Chicken Kabob.
Tiki Tapas- Tikiyaki Steak Kabob.
Joeyâs Tempura Fruit & Vegetables- Tropical fruit tempura (banana, mango and pineapple) with powdered sugar and caramel, chocolate or strawberry sauce.
New Foods Not On A Stick:
Cedar Crest Ice Cream- Bacon Sundae (vanilla ice cream, pancake syrup, real bacon bits).
Golden Gate Bakery- Bread Pudding, Apple Dumplings, Pecan Rolls, Frozen Lemonade.
Island Noodles- Island Noodles with Teriyaki Chicken.
Joeyâs Tempura Fruit & Vegetables- Tempura eggplant, tempura onion rings, tempura green pepper rings, tempura Cajun fried okra, tempura pickles, tempura mushrooms, a combination plate of two items, veggies served with choice of sauce (marinara, Cajun ranch or remoulade), extra sauce.
Madison SportService- Italian Sausage On-a-Stick with dipping sauce, Italian Nachos, Poutine (French fries topped with gravy and cheese curds, marshmallow treat on-a-stick with chocolate & nuts, bagged pistachios, Hog Wild Sandwich (pork tenderloin with BBQ pork and bacon), Buffalo Chicken Mac n' Cheese, Bacon Wrapped Hot Dog, Meatloaf "sundae", Hog Wild "sundae".
Major Goolsbyâs- Sweet Potato Tater Tots.
Mama Maryâs Italian Delia & Pizzeria- Sicilian Steak Sandwich, Sicilian Chicken Sandwich.
Miller Lite Sports Bar & Grill- Southern Pork Sandwich, Chicken Cordon Blue Bits On-a-Stick, Buffalo Wings, Beer Chip Platter, Deep Fried Jalapeno caps, Mac burger (burger with bacon, cheese and deep fried mac & cheese), Jack burger (burger with beer battered onion rings, and deep fried jalapeno caps and pepper jack cheese).
Robertâs Restaurant- Gluten Free Hamburger, Gluten Free Chicken Breast Sandwich.
Tavern at the Park- Buffalo Chicken Dip with Celery and Carrots or Chips.
Tiki Tapas- Deep Fried Pork Rinds in various flavors.
Tropics at the Fair- Jamaican Red Hot with Sweet Salsa Relish.
West Allis Shrine Club- Chicken Sausage with Asiago Cheese & Spinach.
Please visit the Food tab at WiStateFair.com for a complete list of foods on-a-stick as well as several specialty lists, including kid-friendly items and vegetarian options. WiStateFair.com also features a food map that will help Fairgoers plan and organize their grazing experience.
The 160th Wisconsin State Fair, presented by U.S. Cellular, will take place Thursday, August 4 through Sunday, August 14, 2011. The Wisconsin State Fair offers an original experience to all that attend and is a phenomenal value with 30 FREE entertainment stages, thousands of animals, endless family activities, events, contests, vendors and culinary delights. WiStateFair.com
Oh, and BTW...Text MELT to 30543Â from your mobile devices for your chance to win a $50 Gift Card to check out The Melting Pot in Brookfield for yourself. Deadline 5/6/11 5pm CT. Good luck!
by Kidd & Elizabeth in the Morning,posted Apr 14 2011 4:15AM
Spinach. It contains carotenoids, which make the whites of your eyes whiter.
Eggs. They're high in iron, which helps prevent hair loss.
Bananas. Smoking and getting too much sun are two of the worst things you can do for your skin, because both of them make your skin less elastic . . . which makes you look older than you are. But the potassium in bananas does the opposite. And having enough of it in your diet can do more for your skin than a lot of lotions and anti-aging products.
Beets. Beetroot contains something called betaine (BEE-tah-een), which helps your body break down fat. So eating beets can improve your looks by helping you lose weight.
Guava. They're high in antioxidants, which counteract the free radicals in your body that cause skin damage. And they also have five times more vitamin C than an orange, which helps your body create collagen.
David Kim is the CEO of Baja Fresh, the country's leading chain in fast casual Mexican dining.
He chats with Van about his Undercover Boss experience, reveals the company's coveted Salsa recipe and lots more! CLICK ON THE PLAYER or CLICK HERE TO LISTEN:
Baja Fresh has been around for over 20 years. It currently has 400 restaurants operating in 29 states. Per David, Baja Fresh doesn't have freezers -- none of their products are frozen. They use fresh ingredients and everything is made fresh everyday. http://www.cbs.com/undercoverboss
Baja Fresh CEO David Kim Reveals the Company's Coveted Salsa Recipe for the First Time!
David Kim, CEO of Baja Fresh, travels to the front lines of his national restaurant chain during this week's episode of UNDERCOVER BOSS, Sunday, April 10 (9:00-11:00 PM, ET/PT) and, among many other tasks, attempts to make the brand's popular tomatillo salsa verde.
Though the recipe is generally made in multiple gallon batches several times daily at Baja Fresh's 255 restaurants, the company's executive chef, Francisco Castellanos, has pared down the recipe to a more manageable serving size for those who may wish to nosh on it at home while watching the episode.
Instructions: Pull the husks from the tomatillos and wash the tomatillos under cool running water until they no longer feel sticky. Cut the tomatillos into quarters and place in a blender or a food processor (fitted with the metal blade).
Roughly chop the jalapeno and poblano chili and add to the tomatillos.
Add the remaining ingredients (lime juice, cilantro, salt, sugar and water).
Process to a coarse puree, and then scrape into a serving dish â and serve with your favorite tortilla chips (or on top of chicken or steak tacos). Always stir salsa prior to serving .
***If making ahead of time store it in a container with a lid and place it in refrigerator. The salsa keeps in the refrigerator for 1 day only.
by Kidd & Elizabeth in the Morning,posted Dec 20 2010 6:24AM
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup sugar
1 tsp cinnamon
1/4 tsp nutmeg
1/4 tsp salt
1 pound pecans
1 egg white
1 Tbsp water
In a bowl mix together, brown sugar, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt. Pour pecans in another large bowl. In a separate small dish mix well the egg white and water. Pour egg and water mixture over pecans and mix well. Pour dry ingredient mixture over pecans and mix until all pecans are well coated. Spread pecans on a cookie sheet.
Bake 1 hour at 250 degrees, stirring every 15 minutes.
Recipe from Governor-Elect Scott Walker
by Kidd & Elizabeth in the Morning,posted Nov 16 2010 4:21AM
A new online survey found that over 30% of women lie about their cooking - meaning they really didn't MAKE it, they BOUGHT it.
Scandalous!
Have you ever known someone to lie about their cooking? Do you think it matters or does it only matter if the stuff tastes good.
Old Friends and Lots of Laughs
Do you have one of those friends you don't get to see all the time, but when you do it's like no time at all has passed? That's how I feel about my old friend Mandi. I've known her since 8th grade when we played club volleyball together.
We stayed in touch through high school, but in a time when Facebook didn't exist, we lost touch during college, but reconnected when we were both living in Green Bay. Now, we're both back in Milwaukee and a night out with her is always a good time - as you can tell from this picture!
This photo is her and I at the Smyth Preview Party at the Iron Horse Hotel and I can't even remember what we were laughing about!
Old Friends and Lots of Laughs
Do you have one of those friends you don't get to see all the time, but when you do it's like no time at all has passed? That's how I feel about my old friend Mandi. I've known her since 8th grade when we played club volleyball together.
We stayed in touch through high school, but in a time when Facebook didn't exist, we lost touch during college, but reconnected when we were both living in Green Bay. Now, we're both back in Milwaukee and a night out with her is always a good time - as you can tell from this picture!
This photo is her and I at the Smyth Preview Party at the Iron Horse Hotel and I can't even remember what we were laughing about!
Can't We All Just Get Along? Bon Jovi Edition.
After two weeks of vacation and getting back into the groove of things, I find out about this fued in the Bon Jovi camp.
Whenever I hear anything about Bon Jovi, I always remember the great time I had with the guys back in 2002. A ton of fun, lots of laughs and of course the Rock & Roll!
As far as the fued is concered, I guess Jon Bon Jovi and Richie Sambora are communicating via "the media".
Richie abruptly quit the band/tour for personal reasons a few months ago and has said publicly that Jon should "hire Edge from U2."
Jon fired back at Richie saying, "He can return when he is ready to die every night on stage."
I say, can't we all just get along and have a good time... just like we did in 2002? Come on guys! Let's work it out before the Chicago date.
Click here to LISTEN to Bon Jovi After 5 Live 2002.
When is it ok...
Over the weekend I went to a party and Miley Cyrus was there with her mom promoting her new album. I've seen Miley a million times on T.V. or in magazines but meeting her in person made me think...is it ever ok to tell someone they are too skinny? Miley is very nice but my first reaction was "Wow she is way to skinny". Of course I kept my mouth shut but everyone at the party was whispering the same thing. I hope she has success with her new album and comes to Wisconsin soon for cheese and beer! lol!
My recent Hollywood murder mystery adventure! Part 2
It was a beautiful sunny Saturday in Los Angeles, California. I awake from Friday night's TNT catered/planned festivites, where a criminal got shot atop the famous Beverly Wilshire Hotel, tried to figure out who hired the murderer and got ready to interteview the stars of TNT's Monday Night shows Major Crimes and King & Maxwell.
PICTURE: Van McNeil w Jon Tenny / Sean King (King & Maxwell) Mondays, 9pm, TNT.
Jon Tenny / Sean King talks about Milwaukee, his new show King & Maxwell and what it's all about...
So, I finish my interviews and head back to my room to get ready for a cast party at this awesome club called Boulevard 3.
Everything was to the nines and everyone was having a good time! Food, drinks, dancing, the Hollywood stars... and then, THIS happened!
The murder mystery continues...
It almost felt like we were on these TNT shows! Trying to put the peices together, collecting evidence, interviewing suspects, all to figure out whodunnit!
Get your, "crime solving" ON! Monday Nights starting at 8pm on TNT w Major Crimes AND King & Maxwell OR get caught up online at www.TNTDrama.com
Remembering NOLA!
I don't know if you have ever been to Mardi Gras (February/March) in New Orleans, Lousiana but if you get the chance GO!
I got to experience Mardi Gras before Hurricane Katrina hit in 2006 and lemme tell you, it was an experience! From all the parades, colorful costumes, beads and coconuts to the French Quarter and Burbon Street craziness there is NOTHING quite like Mardi Gras!
So, if you've never been or just want to scratch that itch again, our friends at Six Flags Great America will be doing it Mardi Gras style all weekend and I have your FREE tickets to go!
Of course, you can enjoy ALL that Six Flags has to offer, like Batman The Ride Backwards, X-Fight and the NEW Ignite Grand Finale but the streets of Orleans Place will be transformed THIS WEEKEND so you can enjoy the sights, sounds and tastes of Bourbon Street including live music, parades and fireworks, as well as authentic food and drinks from New Orleans.
Want more information? Click here.
Wanna win tickets to go? Listen between Noon-4p ALL WEEK for your chance to win!
Good luck and 414.799.1099
BACON Debate - Best way to cook...
In honor of Father's Day, I thought I would finally settle the age old question...
What is the best/proper way to cook bacon?
To settle such a debate I called the experts! Renowned food writer/author/critic (New York Times), Peter Kaminsky joined me to talk about his new book he wrote alongside Marie Rama called, "Bacon Nation".
In the book you will find 125 different recipies, from breakfest to dessert, that include BACON!!
So... What IS the best/proper way to cook bacon? Find out what Peter says below and don't forget to enjoy some bacon this weekend! :)
More about Bacon Nation...click here.
Managing Picnic Beetles
Eat up and clean up to keep those little black beetles from enjoying your harvest.
Known as picnic beetles, sap beetles, or little black bugs, these scavengers can be found in overripe strawberries and raspberries, cracks in ripe tomatoes, ears of corn and more.
Since they are attracted to overripe and damaged fruit, regular harvesting and sanitation will help keep these pests at bay. Avoid pesticides that require a waiting period before you can continue to harvest as this delays picking and will result in even more overripe fruit that attracts more beetles into your garden.
Some gardeners find trapping effective. You may want to try this popular recipe: Mix 1 cup water, 1 cup dark corn syrup, one cake of yeast, and a spoonful of vinegar. Place the mixture in a container outside the garden. Use it to attract the beetles away from the garden, trap and drown them.
A bit more information: Any fermenting plant juices will also work. Some gardeners report success using ripe bananas and melon to attract and trap these insects.
For more gardening tips, how-to videos, podcasts and more, visit www.melindamyers.com
Eat All Your Vegetables Day â June 17th
Load up your plate with fresh-from-the garden produce as you celebrate Eat All Your Vegetables Day on June 17th.
Use this day to inspire new additions to your vegetable garden while encouraging reluctant veggie eaters to try something new. Once they try some fresh vegetables they may be willing to make them a regular part of their diet. And, if you get them to grow their own, they are even more likely to partake.
Once you're inspired, look for extra space to add more vegetables to the landscape. Start by calculating the number of days left in your growing season. Simply count from the anticipated planting date to the average date of the first fall frost in your area. Check plant tags and seed packets for the number of days needed from planting until harvest. Make a list of these vegetables.
Then look for vacant spaces in flowerbeds, mixed borders and containers. And train vines crops up decorative trellises and fences.
A bit more information: Here are a few short season crops you may want to consider. Plant seeds and be ready to harvest radishes, leaf lettuce, spinach and chard in 40 days. Beets, bush snap beans, cucumbers and kohlrabi are ready to harvest in 50 to 60 days. Carrots, Chinese cabbage, and turnips take about 10 days longer.
For more gardening tips, how-to videos, podcasts and more, visit www.melindamyers.com
My recent Hollywood murder mystery adventure!
Every now and then, "work" takes me out to the West Coast but THIS trip was a little different. Lemme explain...
This adventure begins at the Beverly Wilshire Hotel, (Pretty Woman, Bevery Hills Cop) where I was put up for the weekend for a TNT event! If you're are asking what TNT is, you probably already know, it's the TV channel... the one that is so familiar with drama, it's in their slogan... TNT - We Know Drama.
Anyway, me and my buddy check in, go up to our respective rooms and get ready for a gatering on the roof of the hotel later that night. Little did we know we would witness a "shootout" between police and a hired killer! It was up to everyone in attendence to figure out who at the party was responsible, by the end of the weekend.
There were clues... LOTS of clues!
Text messages, twitter accounts, pictures and more!
Plus a whole cast of characters from detectives, forensic lab technicinans, suspects and even a special appearance from the Los Angeles Department of Corner office!
If you're a murder myster junkie, even if you're not, this is kind of stuff you will encounter if you're watching TNT on Monday Nights! And let me be the first to warn you, IT SUCKS YOU RIGHT IN!
Let's begin with, "Major Crimes" who's first season I missed despite rave reviews from critics and fans. This show gives you all the tools to figure out WHO killed, in this first episode it's the BIG TIME film-producers wife. It's a great show that will leave you wanting more! BTW you can catch up on Season One by visiting TNTDrama.com or take a sneak peek of Season Two, which premeieres tonight at 8pm on TNT..click here.
PICTURE: Van McNeil w Major Crimes cast members, L, Tony Dension (Lt. Andy Flynn), C, Mary McDonnell (Capt. Sharon Raydor), R, G.W. Bailey (Lt. Provenza).
TO BE CONTINUED...STAY TUNED FOR MORE!
Visit a Farmerâs Market and Plan Your Garden
Farmers Markets are on the rise as more and more of us are looking for locally grown fresh produce. You may be surprised to find one or more popping up near your home.
Get the most out of your visit with a little advance planning.
Check out the internet for a list of farmer's markets in your area. Confirm the dates and hours of operation. Many include a list of vendors with links to their website and the week's featured produce.
Gather those cloth bags used when buying groceries. It makes managing all the produce easier and you will reduce the number of plastic bags headed to recycling or the garbage.
Take cash and lots of small bills. This makes it easier for the farmer and speeds up shopping. And you'll have more time to visit every single booth.
Look for and try new and different vegetables. It will help you plan future additions to your edible garden.
A bit more information: Eat first so you buy less or go hungry and plan on staying for a meal or snack. Many markets serve coffee and pastries or tasty meals. And take the whole family to enjoy this shopping experience. Many have kids' activities and music for all to enjoy.
For more gardening tips, how-to videos, podcasts and more, visit www.melindamyers.com
Weed Your Garden Day â June 13th
Break out the cupcakes and balloons and get ready to celebrate Weed Your Garden Day on June 13th.
The thrill of the party may wane a bit when family and friends discover your true motivation. But, adding a festive spirit to garden tasks can make it more fun and you're more likely to make them happen.
Try a round robin of eating and weeding with friends. It is a great way to work in some social time and help each other tackle the weeds in the garden.
Barter a bit of weeding for a home cooked meal, pie, photography or other hobby or skill you prefer over weeding.
Hire some help – it's ok to admit the weeds won this round. Once under control, it will be easier for you to keep up with weeding and other garden care.
Once the garden is weeded, mulch it to reduce future weed infestations. Shredded leaves and evergreen needles are perfect for flowerbeds and vegetable gardens.
A bit more information: Woodchips and shredded bark make nice mulch around trees, shrubs and pathways. Do not put fabric weed barrier beneath these and other organic mulch. As the mulch decomposes it provides a great environment for weed seeds to sprout and grow through.
For more gardening tips, how-to videos, podcasts and more, visit www.melindamyers.com
Nudge Your Bougainvillea Into Bloom
Nudge your potted bougainvillea into bloom with proper growing conditions and proper care.
Grow these blooming beauties in full sun. You'll get the best flower display during the shorter days of early spring and early fall. Plus the cooler night temperatures of 60 degrees or cooler will also promote bloom.
Keep your bougainvillea potbound to further encourage bloom. Repotting too soon results in lots of leaves and stems and delays flowering. During the growing season, allow the plants to dry slightly before watering again.
Use a low nitrogen slow release fertilizer with phosphorous, like Milorganite, to meet most of your plants season-long needs. Or apply a soluble flowering plant fertilizer to moist soil once a month.
Prune away any unwanted growth throughout the summer. And occasionally pinch out the growing tips to encourage more compact growth. Wear gloves and long sleeves to minimize direct contact with the thorns.
A bit more information: Start new plants from 4 to 6 inch long cuttings. Stick the cut end into a moist well-drained potting mix or mix of peatmoss and perlite. Roots should appear in 4 to 6 weeks. Repot if needed in a slightly larger container.
For more gardening tips, how-to videos, podcasts and more, visit www.melindamyers.com
Heaven on Earth!
Sun, snow, rivers, streams and...the mountains! That's what I saw while I was vacationing over the weekend in Denver and Vail, Colorado.
It's always been one of my favorite places to visit because the mountain views, in my opinion, are a glimpse of heaven on earth.
I was able to sit on a few rooftop patios downtown, I went horseback riding in the Rockies in Beaver Creek and then I was able to sit in a hot tub in Vail while sipping my morning coffee (this photo is my view from the hot tub). Yes, I fell back in love with Colorado during my visit and I hope to be back there sometime soon!
Heaven on Earth!
Sun, snow, rivers, streams and...the mountains! That's what I saw while I was vacationing over the weekend in Denver and Vail, Colorado.
It's always been one of my favorite places to visit because the mountain views, in my opinion, are a glimpse of heaven on earth.
I was able to sit on a few rooftop patios downtown, I went horseback riding in the Rockies in Beaver Creek and then I was able to sit in a hot tub in Vail while sipping my morning coffee (this photo is my view from the hot tub). Yes, I fell back in love with Colorado during my visit and I hope to be back there sometime soon!
PIC: Cool Clouds
I took this picture from the rooftop of a friends condo in Chicago. We were having cocktails tonight when the storm was rolling in. Super cool clouds!
Shade Combinations for Attracting Hummingbirds
Don't let shade stop you from attracting hummingbirds to your garden. Include a few hummingbird favorites in the garden or container plantings.
Fuchsia is a favorite of shade gardeners and hummingbirds. Try using one of the upright types like Thalia, Gartenmeister or Firecracker with its variegated leaves. Add a fern for texture and wire vine as a groundcover in the garden or spiller in the container.
Consider adding a few or quite a few Dragon wing begonias to the garden. The large plants put on a show all summer long with the red and pink flowers. They combine nicely with impatiens, another hummingbird favorite. And surround this combination with a groundcover or trailer of Silver Falls Dichondra.
Include a backdrop of summer long bloom you and the hummingbirds will enjoy. Train a honeysuckle vine onto a fence or decorative trellis for screening and hummingbird appeal. Try the mildew resistant Major Wheeler.
A bit more information: For more ideas on attracting birds and butterflies to your garden visit www.birdsandblooms.com . See projects and ideas on attracting wildlife to the garden and you'll find my answers to common garden questions. Also, be sure to look for my article "Make Room for Hummingbirds and Butterflies" in the June/July 2013 issue of Birds & Blooms magazine.
For more gardening tips, how-to videos, podcasts and more, visit www.melindamyers.com
Buttered Rum, Southern Comfort - Colorful Perennials for the Garden
How about a bit of Buttered Rum or Southern Comfort in the garden? No, I am not talking about a drink, but rather a few colorful perennials.
Heucherella 'Buttered Rum' is a hybrid with coral bells, known as Heuchera. And foamflower, called Tiarella as its parents. The maple shaped leaves have a caramel edge and are topped with white flowers in spring.
Southern Comfort coral bells have cinnamon peach leaves that mature to amber. The white flowers on this plant appear in summer.
Finish off your planting with a little dessert. Peach Flambe coral bells have bright peach leaves in the cooler months of spring and fall. The leaves turn a softer peach in summer and plum purple for winter.
Use a combination of these and other coral bells and foamflowers to create a tapestry of color in your partial shade to full sun gardens. Be sure to keep the soil slightly moist throughout the season.
A bit more information: Add some Dolce® Key Lime Pie to the dessert buffet. This coral bell has chartreuse foliage all season long. The heart shaped leaves are mottled with lime green. Mix a few with dark green or blue-green hostas for an eye-catching combination.
For more gardening tips, how-to videos, podcasts and more, visit www.melindamyers.com
Deep Fried Beer...like the Deep Fried Butter everyone is talking about it at this years Wisconsin State Fair.
The good people at The Machine Shed stopped by The MIx Studios this afternoon to drop off a sample of Deep Fried Butter good-ness, along w 2010's Krispy Kreme Cheese Burger (I had about a dozen that year...) and 2009's Chocolate Covered Bacon.
