Dinner And A Show

On Saturday, we went to see our local theaters presentation of

The Wizard of Oz. and it was amazing!

 The Algonquin Arts Theater is located about 10 minutes from home in Manasquan, New Jersey.

The production itself, the costumes, props and set were so authentic, 

it really felt like you part of the show, right there with them.

They had this rainbow blow-up in the lobby to take pictures.

We went to the 2pm matinee,

no pictures were allowed during the show but I did snap a few during the curtain call.

All of the actors were so talented in both singing and dance, 

we are so lucky to live so close to such an amazing live theater.

We have seen a lot of shows here, Beauty and the Beast, Cinderella and Elf, just to name a few.

We always get tickets for whatever show they have for Christmas.

We went to a new restaurant afterward for dinner, located right in Manasquan...

Antonio's Trattoria

Dinner was amazing, both came with a salad in these bowls I have not seen in decades.

The hubs had Chicken Francese and I had Pasta Carbonara

It was a Saturday filled with fun!

Broad Street Dough Co.

We just found the most exciting place...have you ever been?

 Broad Street Dough Co.

A new to me "donut chain restaurant" that serves donuts hot and fresh.

Every one of their delectable donuts is personally crafted for you, when you place your order, 

from over 40 delicious donuts on their expansive menu.

Every bite is a mouthwatering delight...

The creations were nothing short of amazing, 

at this locations the names represented popular places and themes, in and around the Jersey Shore.

These boxes of donuts were on display on the counter, suggested theme's to order ahead for parties.

- summer -

- sharks -

- happy birthday -

- love -

- christmas -

You could get a cavity and gain 5 pounds just looking at these.

The smell was amazing.

- the hubs, waiting patiently for our order as I ran around and took pictures -

- outside -

we ordered these Churro Bites with Glaze, I forgot to take a picture before we dug in,

but here they are almost gone.

4 to an order they were warm and outstanding!

- this place is a true hidden gem -

Wise Words On Sunday

 

Saturday Critters #605

Friday, it was really beautiful here at the shore, we took a drive, visiting all our favorite lakes.

It was the day of the Egrets, we saw so many... 

This one was a favorite...there were 4 Dragon Flies swirling around the Egret.

- fishing -

- the fishing paid off...and my patience did also -

- oh my, what big feet you have -

- such a pretty reflection -

- this Egret had had enough of us -

- more successful fishing -

- I was surprised to see so many -

We saw one Heron, on an island, we see it everytime we visit this lake, 

and it is always standing in the exact same spot.

Sharing today's images with Eileen at 

Viewing Nature With Eileen 

for Saturdays Critters

Finding Inspiration

 I go to Pinterest when I need to be inspired.

It is a great way to find new recipes and crafts that often peak my interest.

I don't necessarily do or make the ideas I pin on a particular day, 

but I often turn bake to Pinterest when remembering the things I have pinned. 

I like to see what other people are doing or making and it motivates me to be creative.

It is also the perfect way to find ideas to cozy up your home.

Deviled Egg Pasta Salad

Warm Potato Salad with Bacon

Grilled Chicken Pasta Salad

I make this without the chicken but it is 

delicious either way!

Zuppa Toscanna

I have made this soup so many times, 

this is just how I make it,

except I use sweet sausage.
 

Loaded Tater Tots Appetizer

Pastina

Small Batch Crispy Bread

Creamy Tuscan Sausage Pasta

These Best Instant Noodle Jars can be found here. 

Extra Special Sweet Potatoes

Quick & Easy Parmesan Dressing

There are 2 good recipes for creamy Italian Meatball Soup,

Creamy Italian Meatball Soup

Creamy Italian Meatball Soup

These are for sale on Etsy

Things to do with bits of leftover yarn.

How to knit a Farmhouse Kitchen Dishcloth

Knit a Giant Bag to hold your Knitting Items

Decorating with Candles

My interest in watercolor painting continues to grow...

How to paint Lilacs

Painting pretty flowers with watercolors, 

most pins did not include instructions.

I am saving these in my Pinterest for inspiration,

I don't think I will need instructions to replicate these.

I love this kitchen...

I love this green color...

I could bring this color into my gray and blue living room,

using it in the accents to perk up the space.!