LTHoliday Party, 12/6, 6PM, LSC/Skokie
LTHoliday Party, 12/6, 6PM, LSC/Skokie
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Post #61 - December 5th, 2014, 1:40 pmFor those who purchased tickets so far, please check if we have your order correctly stated. If not, please let me know. If you haven't ordered your tickets, please do! We have room, really!
Tickets are set at $37.50 (plus a small transaction fee). That total price includes dinner, tax, and tip. You can bring your own booze (no corkage fee). As in years past, all ticket sales will go through Brown Paper Tickets. Just go to the site (below) and enter your information. Ticket sales close at noon, December 5. Once you’ve paid, we’ll get updates from Brown Paper Tickets and we’ll enter your name on the guest list. Seating is limited to 100. Tickets are non-refundable though they are transferrable, so if you buy a ticket and your plans change, you can sell your ticket to another member of the LTH community. If you do sell your ticket, please let us know who you sold it to.
We've tried to keep the price down here, and as a further bonus, this event will be BYOB (or you can buy drinks there).
BUY TICKETS HERE: http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/930421
Once you’ve paid, we’ll get updates from Brown Paper Tickets and we’ll enter your name on the guest list below:
1. Catherine Lambrecht
2. Carolyn Berg
3. David Hammond
4. stevez
5. Chowpoodle
6. Glenn Panner
7. Guest of Glenn Panner, 1
8. Guest of Glenn Panner, 2
9. NR706
10. Moetchandon
11. ronnie_suburban
12. julie_suburban
13. JoelF
14. SueF
15. EvA
16. Cabbagehead
17. Irisarbor
18. Irisarbor + 1
19. Irisarbor + 1
20. Irisarbor + 1
21. mamagotcha
22. chouxfly
23. Gypsyboy
24. Gypsyboy + 1
25. nukegirl
26. nukegirl + 1
27. PieLady
28. justjoan
29. Cookie Monster
30. peedee
31. rtbrown23
32. Hellodali
33. SwingBossa
34. RAB
35. REB
36. tarte tatin
37. JimInLoganSquare
38. Mrs. JimInLoganSquare
39. mbh
40. mbh + 1
41. Octarine
42. fifille
43. boudreaulicious
44. Sean Scott
45. Roberta Jacobs
46. Contessa de Goober
47. Pairs4Life
48. Alistair, Mr. Pairs4Life
49. Tim L
50. Ellen F
51. Toria
52. Frank
53. Laura L.
54. boborigmy
55. Mrs. boborigmy
56. mbh + 1
57. lazygal09
58. Ellen F's Son
59. mhl
60. fropones
61. fropones + 1
62. Laikom
63. Teresa
64. edc
65. Sue, guest of edc
66. bean
67. petite_gourmande
68. Earnest Christmas
69. Earnest Christmas + 1
70. jazzfood
71. pudgym29
72. Frank P
73.mbh + 1
74. helenCathy2
"You'll be remembered long after you're dead if you make good gravy, mashed potatoes and biscuits." -- Nathalie Dupree
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Post #62 - December 5th, 2014, 2:03 pmJust a little preview...
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"If you reject the food, ignore the customs, fear the religion and avoid the people, you might better stay home."
~James Michener
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Post #63 - December 5th, 2014, 2:16 pmirisarbor wrote:Just a little preview... [/URL][/img]
Stunning as always!For what we choose is what we are. He should not miss this second opportunity to re-create himself with food. Jim Crace "The Devil's Larder"
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Post #64 - December 5th, 2014, 3:27 pmTurns out I have a friend who came into town unexpectedly and she'd love to join me. Does anyone have an extra ticket? Or is it possible for me to still buy somewhere or get one at the restaurant tomorrow, even if ticket sales are closed?“First we eat, then we do everything else.” ― M.F.K. Fisher
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Post #65 - December 5th, 2014, 4:59 pmnukegirl wrote:Turns out I have a friend who came into town unexpectedly and she'd love to join me. Does anyone have an extra ticket? Or is it possible for me to still buy somewhere or get one at the restaurant tomorrow, even if ticket sales are closed?
Hi,
You can buy tickets right now.
If it is closed, let me know because we have extra seats and can accommodate a number of last minute decision makers.
Regards,Cathy2
"You'll be remembered long after you're dead if you make good gravy, mashed potatoes and biscuits." -- Nathalie Dupree
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Post #66 - December 5th, 2014, 5:59 pmNow is when we start fasting for the big event, right?
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Post #67 - December 5th, 2014, 6:18 pmCathy2 wrote:nukegirl wrote:Turns out I have a friend who came into town unexpectedly and she'd love to join me. Does anyone have an extra ticket? Or is it possible for me to still buy somewhere or get one at the restaurant tomorrow, even if ticket sales are closed?
Hi,
You can buy tickets right now.
If it is closed, let me know because we have extra seats and can accommodate a number of last minute decision makers.
Regards,
Ticketing is open until tomorrow mid-afternoon. If you plan to come, it's best to buy tickets sooner rather than later."Don't you ever underestimate the power of a female." Bootsy Collins
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Post #68 - December 5th, 2014, 11:22 pmHi,
I stopped by Lao Sze Chuan this evening. They had a sign on the door advising the restaurant was closing for a private function tomorrow at 5:30 pm. We are expected at 6:00 pm.
Hints on finding the restaurant OR how to avoid spinning your wheels in frustration:
Lao Szechuan is located in an L-shaped strip mall on the west side of the street. The anchor store and top dog on the marquee is 'Ross Dress for Less.'
In the middle of the long section is 'Produce World.' Go a little further west to find Lao Sze Chuan sandwiched between Radio Shack and Sally Beauty Supplies.
When I was there this evening, they had a fire going.
It should be a terrific evening.
We still have seats available, so please sign up and enjoy!
Regards,Cathy2
"You'll be remembered long after you're dead if you make good gravy, mashed potatoes and biscuits." -- Nathalie Dupree
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Post #69 - December 6th, 2014, 1:59 pmJust a note for those coming tonight: if you want to be a part of the raffle/gift exchange, just bring a gift that's worth around $15. All gifts go into a pool and names are drawn to determine who wins what."Don't you ever underestimate the power of a female." Bootsy Collins
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Post #70 - December 6th, 2014, 2:24 pmI know the event starts at 6 but what time do you anticipate the meal starting?
Thanks,
=R=By protecting others, you save yourself. If you only think of yourself, you'll only destroy yourself. --Kambei Shimada
Every human interaction is an opportunity for disappointment --RS
There's a horse loose in a hospital --JM
That don't impress me much --Shania Twain
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Post #71 - December 6th, 2014, 3:45 pmRon,
When I posed this question privately, David said circa 6:45. Of course, things might have changed, but that was the expectation not so long ago.Gypsy Boy
"I am not a glutton--I am an explorer of food." (Erma Bombeck)
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Post #72 - December 6th, 2014, 4:12 pmRemains my guess, but only a guess"Don't you ever underestimate the power of a female." Bootsy Collins
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Post #73 - December 6th, 2014, 4:54 pmHi,
If anyone had problem with EventBrite and wanted to attend tonight, just show up with $37.50. I have a few notes on this, which I hope reached people on time.
Missing cutting edge, I am printing labels now.
Regards,Cathy2
"You'll be remembered long after you're dead if you make good gravy, mashed potatoes and biscuits." -- Nathalie Dupree
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Post #74 - December 6th, 2014, 10:50 pmWonderful food (cumin lamb, OMG), cheerful people, awesome gifts... what a fabulous party! Thank you SO much, Cathy2 and David, for all your work on this!
And a TREMENDOUS thank you to those who brought food and money for the GCFD! Three huge boxes plus a few more bags are all safe in my car (where they will be nicely refrigerated in the mid-30s tomorrow, until I can deliver everything on Monday morning). Once again I am reminded how generous and kind the members of LTHForum are, and it is truly an honor to be the courier of your donations.
My holidays just got a LOT brighter tonight!“Assuredly it is a great accomplishment to be a novelist, but it is no mediocre glory to be a cook.” -- Alexandre Dumas
"I give you Chicago. It is no London and Harvard. It is not Paris and buttermilk. It is American in every chitling and sparerib. It is alive from tail to snout." -- H.L. Mencken
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Post #75 - December 7th, 2014, 1:19 amThanks to everyone who put in so much effort for a great evening! That food was the shiznit. Lunch at Miss Lee's, dinner at Lao's...my belly is very thankful tonight. And thanks to ronnie_suburban and irisarbor for the booze. Good stuff, that.
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Post #76 - December 7th, 2014, 6:00 amThanks to C2 and Hammond for yet another successful, memorable evening! Food was good, too.
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Post #77 - December 7th, 2014, 8:26 amThanks to all who put on a great time: wonderful talking with you all again.
Sorry we had to eat and run -- our poor dog had been home way too long.What is patriotism, but the love of good things we ate in our childhood?
-- Lin Yutang
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Post #78 - December 7th, 2014, 10:16 amThank you to David and Cathy for putting together a great evening. And thank you mamagotcha for arranging to take the contributions that make me feel that what we do is all that more worthwhile. Finally, thank you to mbh & co. for shepherding me so effectively. It's because of you guys that I was able to loose my lth Christmas virginity.
I'll never forget that.
There are some secrets which do not permit themselves to be told. (Poe)
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Post #79 - December 7th, 2014, 11:30 amRelieved, as usual, that everything went well.
Someone left a peach-colored shawl. If that someone was you, please PM me and we'll figure out how to get it to you."Don't you ever underestimate the power of a female." Bootsy Collins
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Post #80 - December 7th, 2014, 1:46 pmJust wanted to join in the chorus of thanks to David, C2, and the LTHPTB for setting up and hosting this wonderful, well-run event. Despite having to duck out early to get the kiddo to bed, we all had a great time.
Happy holidays to all!
--RichI don't know what you think about dinner, but there must be a relation between the breakfast and the happiness. --Cemal Süreyya
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Post #81 - December 7th, 2014, 6:36 pmI had a pretty good time at Saturday's LTH Forum Holiday Party. I think I have forgotten a lot of the names of the people with whom I was sitting. I apologize for that.
The best news of the night was that my 2002 bottle of Van Den Vern Grand Cru Belgian beer was still palatable and tasty. I actually have one more bottle of a Tripel Belgian bought at the same shop in Seattle, WA. back then. It is a little less strong than the Grand Cru, but it should be similarly acceptable. In any instance, it will be shared with somebody sooner rather than later.
The main reason for this post is to refer in a few of the photographs I took at Lao Sze Chuan. It is mostly of the food. My taste favorites were the lemon shrimp, Szechuan stewed beef, and mabu tofu.
I have more photos with people in them, but since I can't recall their names, I am not as keen to post them.Valuable links you can use, without the sales pitch: http://208.84.112.25/~pudgym29/bookmark4.html
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Post #82 - December 7th, 2014, 8:01 pmThanks David and C2 for such a great event! I know how much work it must have been to put it all together. It was my first LTH event and I can't wait for another one. What great interesting folks! I'm sorry I didn't get to meet everybody. I was lucky enough to win the home canned tomatoes, sauces, and strawberry freezer jam. I can't wait to try them! I met the fabulous woman who made them, but I forgot who she is. Does anybody know?
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Post #83 - December 7th, 2014, 9:03 pmPEEDEE wrote:Thanks David and C2 for such a great event! I know how much work it must have been to put it all together. It was my first LTH event and I can't wait for another one. What great interesting folks! I'm sorry I didn't get to meet everybody. I was lucky enough to win the home canned tomatoes, sauces, and strawberry freezer jam. I can't wait to try them! I met the fabulous woman who made them, but I forgot who she is. Does anybody know?
Ellen, though she practically never posts here. If you want, I can provide you her e-mail address.
Regards,Cathy2
"You'll be remembered long after you're dead if you make good gravy, mashed potatoes and biscuits." -- Nathalie Dupree
Facebook, Twitter, Greater Midwest Foodways, Road Food 2012: Podcast
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Post #84 - December 7th, 2014, 9:22 pmPEEDEE wrote:Thanks David and C2 for such a great event! I know how much work it must have been to put it all together. It was my first LTH event and I can't wait for another one. What great interesting folks! I'm sorry I didn't get to meet everybody. I was lucky enough to win the home canned tomatoes, sauces, and strawberry freezer jam. I can't wait to try them! I met the fabulous woman who made them, but I forgot who she is. Does anybody know?
The name should be on the package.
I got yours. My wife and I broke our guts (fast) once again this morning feasting on your gift of Holiday Jam.
Perhaps most memorable is Ron S wearing blinking Christmas lights, making the rounds being very generous with his bourbon. "Ronnie, stay lit" was the comment.
I, also, am looking forward to the next gathering of this crazy group of wonderful people.There are some secrets which do not permit themselves to be told. (Poe)
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Post #85 - December 8th, 2014, 11:34 amI brought my camera, and had so much fun that I didn't remember to take a single picture!
I don't know who gave the gift of Trader Joe's Hot chocolate and world of chocolate bars, but that was a great one!
Thank you!
Having brought 4 people who each brought a gift, we really went home with an embarrassment of riches, and a tummy full of wonderful!
Thank you so much to Cathy and David for all the work ahead of time and behind the scenes and to Mamagotcha for remembering to take care of those less fortunate, (and hauling away all the bags of good intentions).
Always great to see everyone."If you reject the food, ignore the customs, fear the religion and avoid the people, you might better stay home."
~James Michener
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Post #86 - December 14th, 2014, 2:19 pmOkay, last call for the shawl. It's cashmere, and I say it's peach and Carolyn says it's pale pink. Someone left it. Post here or PM me if it's yours."Don't you ever underestimate the power of a female." Bootsy Collins
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