T.V. Show Throwbacks
Looking back at the greatest TV shows
By Robert Matsumura, Contributing Writer
In today’s digital era of streaming platforms with a virtually endless supply of content, access to TV shows of the past are at an all time high. These nostalgic gems serve as a time machine transporting us back to simpler days, where cozy nights around the television with family and friends was the norm. TV Show Nostalgia Nights are a perfect way to bring people together for a fun and relaxing blast to the past. Here are some shows to get you going.
M*A*S*H (1972-1983)
Set during the Korean War, “M*A*S*H” melded comedy and drama in a unique and poignant manner. The series tracks the staff of a Mobile Army Surgical Hospital (MASH) as they wrestled the challenges of war with humor and compassion. Alan Alda’s portrayal of Hawkeye Pierce and the show’s masterful ability to balance humor with serious themes made it a perennial favorite.
FRIENDS (1994-2004)
In the upper echelons of TV sitcoms, “Friends” will forever reside near the top. This beloved sitcom follows the lives of six friends — Ross, Rachel, Monica, Chandler, Joey and Phoebe — who live in New York City. Witty and hilarious dialogue, unforgettable moments, and a theme song that’s difficult not to sing along with, “Friends” still resonates with audiences of all ages.
Edited by Margie E. Burke
HOW TO SOLVE:
Each row
contain the numbers 1 to 9; each column must contain the numbers 1 to 9; and each set of 3 by 3 boxes
contain the numbers 1 to 9. (Answer appears elsewhere in this
Beyond Beer
Culinary classics celebrate German fall festival
By Robert Matsumura, Contributing Writer
Every autumn, Oktoberfest, whether in Munich, Germany, Mt. Angel, Oregon, or elsewhere, attracts millions of visitors from around the globe, eager to raise a stein of frothy beer and celebrate Bavarian culture. Beyond the beer drinking and polka music are a host of culinary classics that pair perfectly with the beer to make Oktoberfest a hearty, tasty time of year.
Pretzels
These iconic, twisted knots of dough, originally born in a monastery during the Middle Ages, are baked to golden perfection and standard at every Oktoberfest celebration.
Pork
Smoky bratwurst or spicy weisswurst (veal and pork back bacon) are grilled and served with a side of sweet mustard, seasoned with leeks, chives and green onions. Weisswurst were typically eaten in the morning, with the old saying, “Weisswursts should not be allowed to hear the noon chime of the church bells.” Schweinshaxe, roasted pork knuckle, is seasoned with herbs and served with sauerkraut and potato dumplings.
Beef
Sauerbraten, a beef pot roast, is marinated for days in a mix of vinegar, water and spices such as cloves, juniper berries and bay leaves. The roast tastes tangy and is served with a sweet-savory gravy made of gingersnaps alongside red cabbage and potato dumplings.
Dumplings
Made from potatoes, bread or semolina flour, knödel come in a wide variety. Kartoffelknödel (potato dumplings) are popular. A mix of mashed potatoes, flour and sometimes breadcrumbs, they’re boiled until fluffy. Pretzel dumplings are chewy and fused with savory herbs and spices, made for rich gravies and sauces.
Cont’d on page 6
by Margie E. Burke
Pancakes
A delicious crispy treat, kartoffelpuffer (potato pancakes) are crafted from grated potatoes, onions, eggs and flour, and fried until golden brown and served with applesauce or sour cream. On the sweet side, kaiserschmarrn is a shredded pancake served with fruit compote and powdered sugar.
Apples
Apfelstrudel is a traditional apple strudel with cinnamon-spiced apples and raisins and blanketed in thin pastry layers, topped with powdered sugar and whipped cream.
Pairing Perfection
While beer is the star of the show at Oktoberfest, pairing the various culinary specialties featured in this article with their proper mate will heighten one’s gastronomic experience. Weissbier, a wheat beer known for its fruity and spicy notes, is a fine complement for sausages and pretzels. For those partaking in Schweinshaxe, Märzen beers with their malty sweetness and robust character provide a balanced accompaniment. Even apfelstrudel finds a perfect partner in eiswein, a sweet dessert wine that elevates the apple and cinnamon flavors.
Beer, Food and Tradition
Far more than just a beer festival, Oktoberfest is a culinary voyage through Bavarian tradition and hospitality. So whether you’re a first-time visitor or a seasoned Oktoberfest enthusiast, grab a stein of beer and a plate of sausages and savor the flavors of autumn. Feel the convivial spirit of community and tradition, and raise a toast to the culinary classics that have made Oktoberfest a cherished world-wide event. Prost!
Cont’d from page 5
FREE TANK RENT
For an entire year with the purchase of more than 500 gallons of propane gas in a year. Valid for new customers only. Expires 11/15/24
75 Years of Serving Our Community
Premier Retirement Village
Rock of Ages/Valley View Retirement Village includes both independent living homes and a memory care center for those in need of more services. We have been serving the community for over 75 years with varying levels of care and services.
Areas of services available:
• Valley View Retirement Village - residents live independently in their homes and our in-home care service can go in to assist them as needed.
• Apartments - residents live independently with our in-home care service going in to assist them as needed
• M.A.I.D.S. - helps residents of Yamhill and Polk County with all aspects of life
• Rock of Ages Memory Care - a licensed Residential Care Facility that is Memory Care endorsed.
• Transitional Life Care (TLC)5 suites devoted to end of life care
• Ann Scott Estates Senior Adult Foster Home - five rooms for adult foster care in a beautiful setting on 60 acres
