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After seeing this post, I knew exactly what I had to make for dinner tonight. I went to the market to get all my ingredients... lavender... apricot preserves... but where were the drumsticks?!?! I ended up getting the last package--it was hiding underneath a stack of thighs... but I was on a mission.
Kerry, your posts are always entertaining, and your food always looks/sounds lovely. This was my first foray into your culinary world, and mon dieu... I am in your debt.
To any curious eaters out there, this recipe was just as easy as it looks and the result was far more delicious than even I imagined.

Old Town is great for tourists, but the overall quality of food at many of its restaurants has suffered greatly over the years. If you're willing to give up on the great view, the Hotel Solamar's restaurant is actually quite excellent. I'll also second the vote for Kous Kous. For tapas, I would actually vote for Costa Brava in Pacific Beach. And, if you really want a fish taco, forget Rubio's! Try El Zarape in the University Heights neighborhood (and make sure to try their avocado tomatillo salsa too). Unfortunately for the average visitor, most of San Diego's better food is located in (what even close-minded San Diegans believe to be) the less savory neighborhoods of San Diego. But, if you're not scared, here are some more options: Asmara (Eritrean restaurant in City Heights), El Salvadoreno (Salvadoran food just east of Downtown), and Island Spice (Jamaican place... also just east of Downtown). Don't forget that San Diego is basically famous for its plethora of taco shops. While locals usually have their own personal favorites, it's almost hard to go wrong at any of them. Good luck, and happy eating!

I have never tried Da Vinci syrups, but I can say that I usually prefer Monin over Torani. The lime and passion fruit flavors are among my favorites. As for the aforementioned "stranger flavours," I have tried the violet (and maybe lavender too) syrups in very small amounts as a sweetener in green tea. Those were delightful! I've also been tempted to ask my neighborhood cafe to put a shot of violet syrup in my hot chocolate. I haven't decided yet whether or not that's a terrible idea.

As a long-time manager of a movie theater, I can't bring myself to sneak in food (guilty conscience). While I am appalled by the prices theaters charge for their food, I understand that the concession stand is what generates the income to keep their business running. So, I actually make it a point to buy concessions when visiting a theater I like. My favorite combination- small popcorn (no butter) and a bag of peanut M&M's... mixed together... delicious!

Wow... sounds like somebody's having a bad day.
And I actually don't think "Phamily Foods" is a terrible idea. Good luck!