Are you ready?? The winners of our Food's On Us This Father's Day (courtesy of the Oakwood Plaza restaurants) raffle are:
Joy VandePol: $20 Gift Certificate to Treat Street
Donna Moyer: $15 Gift Certificate to Treat Street
Betsy Smith: $15 Gift Certificate to Treat Street
Jan Schma: $10 Gift Certificate to Treat Street
Nancy Balkema: $10 Gift Certificate to Treat Street
Kathy Howland: $25 Gift Certificate to Fletcher's Pub
Diane Peirce: $25 Gift Certificate to Oakwood Bistro
Jim English: $25 Gift Certificate to Oakwood Bistro
Janessa May: $25 Gift Certificate to Oakwood Bistro
Thanks so much to all who participated and a HUGE thank you to Fletcher's Pub Oakland Dr., Treat Street, and Oakwood Bistro for their incredibly generous gift certificate donations. Without these wonderful restaurants, our promotion would not have been anywhere near as enticing, delicious, or rewarding.
Saturday, June 14, 2014
Thursday, June 12, 2014
Gluten Free
We've been having lots of conversations about wheat and gluten at Initial Attraction lately. As many of you know, Meme and I have both been going wheat free for health reasons. We're astonished, through the course of conversation, by how many of you are cutting the wheat out as well.
Did you know that Oakwood Bistro has many gluten free offerings and alternatives? We're not just talking about veggie heavy menu items (even though those make us super happy as well!). They also have gluten free pizza crust and sandwich alternatives. For those days when thing only thing that will do is a little pizza (and some wine, of course!).
Want to win a gift certificate to Oakwood Bistro? Stop by Initial Attraction before 6/13 to enter!
Did you know that Oakwood Bistro has many gluten free offerings and alternatives? We're not just talking about veggie heavy menu items (even though those make us super happy as well!). They also have gluten free pizza crust and sandwich alternatives. For those days when thing only thing that will do is a little pizza (and some wine, of course!).
Want to win a gift certificate to Oakwood Bistro? Stop by Initial Attraction before 6/13 to enter!
And the winner is...
Congratulations to Darrell Lewis, winner of our Juliska Graham Trumpet Vase. Thanks to all of you who participated in our Juliska event and raffle!
Holy Cow!
Holy cow! Oakwood Bistro has actually donated THREE $25 gift certificates to our Father's Day promotion, so you have even more chances to win! Many thanks to Oakwood Bistro for their generous donation.
Stop by Initial Attraction between now and Friday 6/13/14 and we'll automatically give you a raffle ticket to enter (no purchase necessary). For every $10 that you choose to spend at Initial Attraction, you'll receive additional raffle tickets to win a gift certificate to the Oakwood Plaza restaurant of your choosing. NINE winners will be drawn at close of business on 6/13/14.
For the perfect gift and a delicious place to dine, Oakwood Plaza and Initial Attraction have everything you need to make this Father's Day exceptionally memorable.
Stop by Initial Attraction between now and Friday 6/13/14 and we'll automatically give you a raffle ticket to enter (no purchase necessary). For every $10 that you choose to spend at Initial Attraction, you'll receive additional raffle tickets to win a gift certificate to the Oakwood Plaza restaurant of your choosing. NINE winners will be drawn at close of business on 6/13/14.
For the perfect gift and a delicious place to dine, Oakwood Plaza and Initial Attraction have everything you need to make this Father's Day exceptionally memorable.
Quinoa Summer Salad
Had the BEST salad at Fletcher's Pub Oakland Dr. tonight. Meme and I split the Quinoa Summer Salad: mixed greens, quinoa, apples, cranberries, walnuts, and sweet potatoes (with a side of wine, of course). We just might have it for lunch again tomorrow, we both thought it was that good (kind of wish we hadn't split it, actually). Hoping that it's not just a summer salad, but that it becomes part if Fletcher's regular menu.
Want to win a $25 gift certificate to Fletcher's Pub so that you can try the Quinoa Summer Salad ( or something equally as yummy) for yourself? Stop by Initial Attraction before 6/13/14 to find out how.
Want to win a $25 gift certificate to Fletcher's Pub so that you can try the Quinoa Summer Salad ( or something equally as yummy) for yourself? Stop by Initial Attraction before 6/13/14 to find out how.
Family Dinner of a Different Kind
We're having family dinner of a different kind tonight! Meeting with friends from our Oakwood Plaza family -- with Christy's Consignment andHappy Our Art (and enjoying delicious drinks at Fletcher's Pub Oakland Dr.).
Ask not what your mother can do for you...
A little something to brighten a rainy morning. Hanging tiles, little dishes, magnets and more -- take one home and they could make everyday a little brighter.
Always walk away happy
Did you know that it's half off glasses of wine at Oakwood Bistro tonight? We love, love, love drinking wine at the Bistro -- from the lovely glasses (hey, we're Juliska connoisseurs -- the glasses matter!) to the delicious selection -- we always walk away happy.
What do you love most about Oakwood Bistro?
Want to win a gift certificate to Oakwood Bistro? They've donated a $25 gift certificate, as part of our Oakwood Plaza Father's Day promotion. Stop by Initial Attraction between now and June 13th and you'll automatically receive a raffle ticket to possibly win this gift to Oakwood Bistro. For every $10 that you spend at Initial Attraction, we'll give you additional raffle tickets to put towards winning this certificate. Winners will be selected at close of business on 6/13.
For the perfect gift and a delicious place to dine, Oakwood Bistro and Initial Attraction have everything you need to make this Father's Day exceptionally memorable.
What do you love most about Oakwood Bistro?
Want to win a gift certificate to Oakwood Bistro? They've donated a $25 gift certificate, as part of our Oakwood Plaza Father's Day promotion. Stop by Initial Attraction between now and June 13th and you'll automatically receive a raffle ticket to possibly win this gift to Oakwood Bistro. For every $10 that you spend at Initial Attraction, we'll give you additional raffle tickets to put towards winning this certificate. Winners will be selected at close of business on 6/13.
For the perfect gift and a delicious place to dine, Oakwood Bistro and Initial Attraction have everything you need to make this Father's Day exceptionally memorable.
Like old times
Meme and I are both busily filling embroidery orders today. We just realized that today is the first time we've stitched together since we moved the machines off-site last September. Feels like old times.
Not only can you bring your family, they'll treat you like family
One of our favorite things about Fletcher's Pub Oakland Dr. is the family atmosphere. Not only can you bring your family, but I can't think of anywhere that I've been lately where the owner actually comes out and talks with all the tables, like you're family. Their extensive menu and great prices make it hard to decide what to devour.
What's your favorite food at Fletcher's?
Want to win a gift certificate to Fletcher's Pub? They've donated a $25 gift certificate, as part of our Oakwood Plaza Father's Day promotion. Stop by Initial Attraction between now and June 13th and you'll automatically receive a raffle ticket to possibly win this gift to Fletcher's Pub. For every $10 that you spend at Initial Attraction, we'll give you additional raffle tickets to put towards winning this certificate. Winners will be selected at close of business on 6/13.
For the perfect gift and a great place to gather, Fletcher's Pub and Initial Attraction have everything you need to make this Father's Day exceptionally memorable.
What's your favorite food at Fletcher's?
Want to win a gift certificate to Fletcher's Pub? They've donated a $25 gift certificate, as part of our Oakwood Plaza Father's Day promotion. Stop by Initial Attraction between now and June 13th and you'll automatically receive a raffle ticket to possibly win this gift to Fletcher's Pub. For every $10 that you spend at Initial Attraction, we'll give you additional raffle tickets to put towards winning this certificate. Winners will be selected at close of business on 6/13.
For the perfect gift and a great place to gather, Fletcher's Pub and Initial Attraction have everything you need to make this Father's Day exceptionally memorable.
Hot Dog!
What's your favorite flavor (of ice cream or hot dog!) to get at Treat Street? Did you know that they have a brand new line up of hot dog offerings??
We LOVE the chili cheese dogs (my family is allergic to beans and let me tell you, it is SO hard to find bean free chili cheese dogs. The meaty sauce from TS is just what my gang loves). A complete meal with chips and jelly beans, it makes everysingle one of us soooo happy. Even our dogs (who actually get their own ice cream cones to devour, courtesy of Treat Street) are thrilled. Have you ever seen a happy Great Dane? It'll make your day, much the way that Treat Street makes ours.
Want to win a gift certificate to Treat Street? They've kindly donated two $10, two $15 and a $20 gift certificate as part of our Oakwood Plaza Father's Day promotion. Stop by Initial Attraction between now and June 13th and you'll automatically receive a raffle ticket to possibly win one of these certificates. For every $10 that you spend at Initial Attraction, we'll give you additional raffle tickets to put towards the certificates. Winners will be selected at close of business on 6/13.
For the perfect gift and a fabulous place for the family to feast, Treat Street and Initial Attraction have everything you need to make this Father's Day exceptionally memorable.
We LOVE the chili cheese dogs (my family is allergic to beans and let me tell you, it is SO hard to find bean free chili cheese dogs. The meaty sauce from TS is just what my gang loves). A complete meal with chips and jelly beans, it makes everysingle one of us soooo happy. Even our dogs (who actually get their own ice cream cones to devour, courtesy of Treat Street) are thrilled. Have you ever seen a happy Great Dane? It'll make your day, much the way that Treat Street makes ours.
Want to win a gift certificate to Treat Street? They've kindly donated two $10, two $15 and a $20 gift certificate as part of our Oakwood Plaza Father's Day promotion. Stop by Initial Attraction between now and June 13th and you'll automatically receive a raffle ticket to possibly win one of these certificates. For every $10 that you spend at Initial Attraction, we'll give you additional raffle tickets to put towards the certificates. Winners will be selected at close of business on 6/13.
For the perfect gift and a fabulous place for the family to feast, Treat Street and Initial Attraction have everything you need to make this Father's Day exceptionally memorable.
The one question I've been asked over all others...
Throughout our Juliska event (ending today - it's your last chance to partake in the gift with purchase and other goodies!), the one question that I've been asked more than any other is how Juliska weathers and wears over time. Here's what I've learned: nothing gives something a run for its money like kids and dogs. I've found that this applies to so many things -- dishes, duvet covers, couches, sanity...
I've had my Juliska bamboo dishes since 2011. Aside from one broken plate (which I dropped right on our ceramic tile floor, it never had a chance), my set is still complete and unscathed.
We try to eat together as a family as much as possible, which means we also serve our almost-2-year-old her meals off of our Juliska pretty much every single day as well. The side plate is perfectly sized for her smaller meals. The ramekins are just right for running around. The berry bowl used to be perfect for purees. Even with her love of making music with silverware and place settings, and her ability to tell us that she is all done by throwing her plate around, our Juliska has held its own. When Alice is finished, the plates are pushed to the floor where our dogs down any remaining scraps, and then they're relegated to the dishwasher.
I'm sure Juliska will break, crack and chip eventually. But I've found that it will take quite a beating before it gets to that point. The pieces are beautiful (I truly and thoroughly enjoy eating off of them every day), and they are absolutely meant to be used.
Whether you're contemplating wedding, dining, or entertaining, Juliska IS quite possible the most beautiful (and durable) tableware in the world.
I've had my Juliska bamboo dishes since 2011. Aside from one broken plate (which I dropped right on our ceramic tile floor, it never had a chance), my set is still complete and unscathed.
We try to eat together as a family as much as possible, which means we also serve our almost-2-year-old her meals off of our Juliska pretty much every single day as well. The side plate is perfectly sized for her smaller meals. The ramekins are just right for running around. The berry bowl used to be perfect for purees. Even with her love of making music with silverware and place settings, and her ability to tell us that she is all done by throwing her plate around, our Juliska has held its own. When Alice is finished, the plates are pushed to the floor where our dogs down any remaining scraps, and then they're relegated to the dishwasher.
I'm sure Juliska will break, crack and chip eventually. But I've found that it will take quite a beating before it gets to that point. The pieces are beautiful (I truly and thoroughly enjoy eating off of them every day), and they are absolutely meant to be used.
Whether you're contemplating wedding, dining, or entertaining, Juliska IS quite possible the most beautiful (and durable) tableware in the world.
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