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Beefed Up Brown Mary #LitHappens #FoodieReads

We are kicking off 2021 in our online Lit Happens book group with Oona Out of Order by Margarita Montimore.* And though it's not a cook-from-the-book kinda group, I am almost always inspired into the kitchen after reading a book or watching a movie.  On the Page image from amazon.com I honestly can't even remember what made me pick up this book, or choose it for the group, but it was a diversion for an evening or two. The ensuing online discussion with the other readers has been much more interesting in my opinion. The premise of this book - that Oona time-travel every year on her birthday and lives her life out of order - is intriguing. And having seen the rave reviews, I was excited to read it. But I struggled through this story because I didn't care for the protagonist.  Oona is selfish and though she’s aware she’s living her life in random, one-year segments, she’s remarkably uninterested in any kind of introspection. Her main goal in life seems to be having fun, rega...

Tasting Notes: Beefy Boys Jerky #ShopSmall #Sponsor

This is a sponsored post written on behalf of Beefy Boys Jerky . All opinions are my own. When I saw Beefy Boys Jerky's listing on the Local Harvest website, I was excited: local beef jerky. Yes!  Then, it turns out I know one of the guys involved in the business. Even better. I love supporting local. But I love supporting friends' businesses even more. So, I asked if I could taste the products and he gave me a nice sampling. After just a few bites, the Precise Kitchen Elf was convinced that he wanted to give bags of jerky to his teachers as part of their holiday baskets...along with a note thanking them for "beefing up his education." So, I placed an order almost immediately. And I did get the green light to share this SECRET LOCALS' ONLY deal with you... If you buy 24 bags, they have a deal for $150.00 including local delivery.  (That works out to $6.25/bag)  Get the special by calling 888-669-2010,  Mon-Fri 9am-5pm PST. You get to pick ...