Author Archives: The Dude

Movie Review: Dark Shadows

Posted on May 10, 2012 by The Dude

I had an opportunity to preview the new film by Tim Burton this week and was truly pleased with the results…Camera work, scenery, and cinematography were all very well done and it really sets the stage to bring the spooky … Continue reading →

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Chili and Cornbread with ‘The Dude’

Posted on April 13, 2012 by The Dude

This is one of many different recipes I have for chili…It is semi-healthy and it’s very tasty man… Most folks can handle it..Check it out.. “Tainted” Turkey Chili 1 28 oz. can diced tomatoes 1 28 oz. can black beans … Continue reading →

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Beaches, Burgers and Beers: Hinano’s

Posted on April 2, 2012 by The Dude

Where Washington Blvd. turns into the Venice Pier about mid-way between The Shack and Big Dean’s, there is a small place called Hinano’s. It is a jewel in the crown of the culture and beach lifestyle for those fortunate enough to … Continue reading →

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Beaches, Burgers, and Beers: Big Deans

Posted on March 21, 2012 by The Dude

It is a widely known fact that ‘The Dude’ really enjoys the beach lifestyle, a good burger, and a nice cold beer. Not ironically, all these things go very well together. Today I would like to share one of my … Continue reading →

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Dude Food: Eggplant Parmesan

Posted on March 10, 2012 by The Dude

‘The Dude’ constantly checks and works on his recipes to determine if this or that is needed or improves the situation. Man, the new changes to this one really seem to make a difference and so it stands…(for now)   … Continue reading →

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Beaches, Burgers, and Beers: The Shack

Posted on March 6, 2012 by The Dude

There are quite a few good words that start with the letter ‘B’…For the sake of this column, lets keep it to: Beaches, burgers, and beers.   Where Culver Blvd. meets the sea, you will find ‘The Shack’..Playa del Rey … Continue reading →

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Breakfast with ‘The Dude’

Posted on February 25, 2012 by The Dude

Eggs Benedict ‘Dude style’… Croissants Eggs Fresh asparagus Black forest ham Hollandaise sauce (fresh or Knorr powdered packet) Butter Milk Saute or poach asparagus until tender, set aside. Make or mix Hollandaise while asparagus is working, set aside and keep … Continue reading →

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Dude Food: Blueberry-Apple Pie

Posted on February 20, 2012 by The Dude

Blueberry-Apple Pie 1 pkg.(2 crusts) Marie Callender’s frozen pie crust..(These are just as good as any ‘from scratch’ recipe I have.) 24oz. pkg. fresh bluberries 5 Granny Smith or Pippen apples (peeled,cored, sliced) 2 cups organic sugar 1/3 stick butter … Continue reading →

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Dude Food: Chili Mac Casserole

Posted on February 17, 2012 by The Dude

  Chili-Mac Casserole Ok.. Here we go: This recipe is sized to go into a Large disposable turkey roasting pan. 1 1/4 lbs. lrg. elbow macaroni (lt. al-dente) 2 quarts ‘Tommy’s chili’ or comparable substitute  Sauce:  1 1/2 lb. Velveta … Continue reading →

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