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A Family Tradition
Authentic Mexican food from our family to yours!
By Dennis McNabb, Contributing Writer
by Laurel Bice
Carniceria Abastos, which roughly translates to “Butchery of Abundance” is a family-owned and -operated business committed to providing the community with the freshest, most delicious, and most authentic Mexican food available. Although the butchery is their primary source of business, they are also a Mexican grocer and a restaurant, allin-one. They also happen to be the only fresh produce market in the area. So whether you’re looking for an amazing cut of meat, a prepared meal, or supplies to cook your own, this is your onestop-shop!
Established in 1999 by Juan and Sandra Sanchez, Carniceria Abastos is the very definition of a family business. Their son Alexandro has been running things since 2016, but not without the indispensable guidance of his folks. Alexandro was quick to point out that the business would not even exist without their tireless efforts, and although they have “retired,” Juan and Sandra can both still be found onsite several days a week. Over the years, after cultivating such strong connections with the local community, this business has become an extension of the family. Carniceria Abastos is the Sanchez family. Quality and authenticity have always been the chief priorities of the operation, so it is with great pride that they are able to
present what is arguably one of the best culturally-specific meat departments in the state of Oregon. Their beloved butcher, who has been with them for over 20 years, keeps their 45 foot cooler filled with the most impressive array of fresh, unique, and delicious cuts you will find at any store, anywhere, bar none. The meat is all locally-sourced and sliced to perfection in-house. In fact, with the exception of their regular packaged foods and non-perishables, all of their prepared foods are 100% fresh and homemade on site. They take great pride in every single item, and even still hand-grind their own chili pods for their homemade adobos!
Meat counter favorites are their marinated chicken steaks and thighs, fajitas, marinated carne asada, ranchera (signature flat meat), and their super-lean ground beef. Kitchen favorites are their burritos (their #1 best selling item), tamales (5 different types, made fresh four days a week and loaded with meat), tortas, and tacos. Other items of unique interest are their large selections of Mexican cheeses and Mexican candies.
Recipes are all authentic and native to Michoacán (in midwestern Mexico), and many of these items are not available at any other grocer or restaurant in the area. The Sanchez family has gone to great lengths to bring a piece of their family’s culture to Oregon; to share this incredible food with the local community. It has taken love, care and hard work, but their amazing staff (some who have been there over 20 years!) have helped bring this dream to fruition.
Carniceria Abastos proudly donates to the Unidos Bridging Community which provides food and assistance to migrant workers. Alexandro himself also volunteers at the Lafayette Downtown Accession to help bring new business to the area.
Next time you’re on the lookout for some authentic and amazing Mexican food, look no further than Carniceria Abastos!
Carniceria Abastos is located at 160 West 3rd Street in Lafayette, OR. They’re open every day, 6:30 a.m.–9:30 p.m. Give them a call at (503) 864-8336.
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The Super Mario Bros. Movie (2023) Camp Nowhere (1994)
“Peaches, Peaches, Peaches, Peaches, Peaches .” What to say about this iconic blockbuster from last year?
The Goonies (1985)
It’s gorgeously animated, incredibly scored and a smash hit for a new generation of kids, as well as adults old enough to remember playing the Nintendo Entertainment System in the ’80s and ’90s (myself included). While not in the traditional Nintendo continuity (if I can nerd out for a second), this watches like fan fiction and an ode to Nintendo and Super Mario Bros. nostalgia, piled high with references from various video games and consoles throughout the years. Contrary to the games, Mario is not rescuing Princess Peach, but rather she is training him to become strong enough to rescue his brother Luigi and save the world from Bowser. It’s funny, fast-paced and great for the whole family. Starring Chris Pratt (Mario), Charlie Day (Luigi), Anya Taylor-Joy (Peach), Jack Black (Bowser) and many more. Rated PG for action and mild violence.
“Dad! Just because I’m smart doesn’t mean I can’t act stupid.”
Camp Nowhere is a forgotten cult classic and perfect summer movie. Summer is approaching and a large ragtag group of middle school
kids are being forced into summer camps — computer camp, fat camp, boot camp, you name it — and the kids want no part of it. Through serendipity, “Mud” (Jonathan Jackson) runs into ex-actor Dennis Van Welker (Christopher Lloyd) and convinces him to dupe all the parents into believing the kids have agreed to go to their respective summer camps, while in reality they pocket the money, rent an empty camp, and proceed to blow their cash on toys and junk food. In the vein of “Big” with Tom Hanks, it’s a kid’s free-for-all movie and cautionary tale of excess, with many lessons learned in responsibility, personal safety and maturity. It’s funny, silly and deeply nostalgic. Rated PG, this feels like a light PG-13 due to language and mature “teen” content.
“Goonies never say die!” As I recently visited the Goonies House and the old County Jail in Astoria, this movie is even more soaked in nostalgia and local lore for me. Filmed in Astoria and nearby beaches, this is a classic ’80s “kids have an adventure” movie with Scooby Doo/Hardy Boys vibes — there’s a jailbreak, criminals, skeletons, secret passages, and pirate maps and treasure. When they find a treasure map in their father’s old museum antiquities, Mikey (Sean Astin) and his friends decide this could save his house from foreclosure, with older brother “Brand” (Josh Brolin) and his friends in tow on their crazy adventure. It’s a cheesy, funny, coming-of-age romp perfect for a summer afternoon. Also starring Corey Feldman and Ke Huy Quan. While rated PG, this feels like a strong PG-13 with language, violence and mature “teenage” content.
Stream these movies where available, or rent from your local movie store, library or rental kiosk.
DAYS OF THE DOG STAR
The ancient origins of summer heat folklore
By Donovan Darling, Staff Writer
Everyone has heard the saying ‘Dog Days of Summer,’ but what are they, when are they, and what does it even mean?
The Dog Days of Summer stretch for 40 days from July 3 to August 11, referring to the especially hot and humid summer months in the Northern Hemisphere, yet their roots began with ancient civilizations.
The Dog Days of Summer coincide with the dawn rising of the star Sirius, also known as the Dog Star. Part of the constellation Canis Majoris (the “Greater Dog”), this is where Sirius gets its canine nickname, as well as its official name Alpha Canis Majoris. Apart from our own Sun, sometimes known as Sol (Latin for “sun”), Sirius is the brightest star in the sky.
Way back in ancient Rome and Greece, the Dog Days of Summer were thought to be a season of drought, unrest, and bad luck, where men and dogs would go mad due to the heat. More so, the combination of Sirius’ light and heat with the Sun’s was thought to affect men and women, animals and plants, even blighting the bark from tree trunks. These days we don’t think of the Dog Days so dramatically – and mostly farmers are concerned with them – but rather, we think of them as a period of peak summer temperatures and humidity.
In ancient Greece, Rome, and Egypt, all known for their extensive knowledge of astronomy and science yet still rooted deeply in folklore and superstition, they believed that the heliacal (“at sunrise”) rising of Sirius during this period caused the blistering seasonal heat. More specifically, that the heat of our own Sun and super-bright Sirius combined caused this “scorching” heat. The name “Sirius,” from the Ancient Greek seírios, even means “scorching.” For the ancient Egyptians specifically, the dawn rising of Sirius (also known as Sothis to the Egyptians) coincided with the flooding of the Nile River, and they used the star as a “barometer” to help predict when the flooding would occur. Contrary to ancient belief, we know now that the dawn rising of Sirius does not affect seasonal weather, but its appearance during the hottest part of summer does keep the folklore of the Dog Days alive and well.
Dog days bright and clear Indicate a good year; But when accompanied by rain, We hope for better times in vain.
(Henry Harrison Chase Dunwoody’s “Proverbs Relating to Months, Weeks, and Days”)
Where Art and Fable Collide
An artist’s journey of resilience
By Dennis McNabb, Contributing Writer
Through her highly-detailed and gorgeously-rendered acrylic illustrations, renowned local artist Kathleen Powers whisks us away into an enchanting world. Often casting herself metaphorically as the feathered and furry subjects of her works, she also writes original fables to accompany each piece. Read at the viewer’s discretion, these delightful passages offer a unique and profound glimpse into the mind of the artist. Interpretation is still, of course, left up to the individual, but for those seeking insight into “what the artist was trying to say,” there are answers to be gleaned. Whether one chooses to follow Kathleen down the rabbit hole, or discover a path of their own, viewing her art is a uniquely-engaging experience that is not to be missed.
Kathleen began drawing and painting at a young age. Although encouraged by family and friends, it was a particularly supportive high school teacher who helped
her put together her first portfolio and to apply then choose between a variety of art schools for her Bachelor’s degree. Pragmatically minded, she chose to major in photography over painting since it seemed to allow for more opportunities. She continued along that path through grad school, and worked for several years in product photography before shifting her attention back to her deepest passion, painting. Unfortunately, at the age of 21, she was diagnosed with Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), a condition which would come to define much of her life and her work despite her optimistic outlook and tenacity of spirit.
To meet Kathleen is to encounter someone who embodies the very essence of “glass half-full.”
Warm, intelligent, passionate and enthusiastic, she is an inspiration to all: to those suffering from debilitating diseases and to those who aren’t. We all struggle through periods of inaction due to self-doubt and insecurity. But here is a person who deals with terrible pain 24/7, who uses special grips, and who has her right index finger fused at a specific angle just so she can hold her paintbrush! She doesn’t complain about it, nor does she use her condition as a crutch. She “simply” faces and slays her dragons every day, in whatever way possible, because she must. This is who she is. To not express herself artistically is to not live to her fullest potential.
Kathleen Powers is an incredible artist and human being. Opening August 10th, as part of Astoria Artwalk, she will have an exhibit of all new work showing at the RiverSea Gallery. Although she is a self-proclaimed introvert, and only likes to explain her work if pointedly asked to, she will be there on opening day between 4:00-8:30 pm. Do yourself the service of making the drive and meeting her in person. If that’s not possible, the exhibit will last through September 10th. You can also discover some of her other work by checking out her fantastic website: kathleenpowers.com.
Breathe Easier, Live Better
Naturally, Non-Surgically.
By Patti Jo Brooks, Contributing Writer
Do You Suffer with Chronic Sinusitis?
“Thanks Dr. Siegfried. No more sinus congestion, allergies, snoring or mouth breathing,” —Niki Z.
“After the eighth treatment, I was sleeping solidly for eight straight hours for the first time in eight years. And by the way, no more drugs!!” —Jon V.N.
Breathe Better Now!
Are you sick and tired of chronic sinus congestion? Dr. George Siegfried, Chiropractic Physician at Dunn Chiropractic Clinic in McMinnville, has been helping patients breathe better with Bilateral Nasal Specific Treatment since 1976. This natural, nonsurgical treatment has helped alleviate chronic sinus and other related problems even in patients who have already had sinus surgeries, or those who have considered sinus surgery prior to visiting Dr. Siegfried. “Desperate” and “at the end of their rope,” these patients are grateful for his care and expertise in providing Bilateral Nasal Specific Treatment, which he has performed thousands of times. Furthermore, this treatment uses no drugs and no needles.
Could This Be You?
It’s been estimated that 30 to 60 million people in America suffer from sinus congestion which can manifest in mouth breathing, dry eyes, dry mouth, snoring, limited sleep and sleep apnea, low energy, loss of smell, taste and hearing. Many have had to resort to a CPAP machine to keep their airways open, just to try and obtain a decent sleep cycle.
Who Can Benefit?
Over the years, Dr. Siegfried, an international chiropractor, treated world-class athletes from the 1984 Italian Olympic Team Track and Field Division, United Arab Emirates Track and Field Team, and other world-class athletes. He’s treated Broadway dancers, San Francisco Ballet dancers, opera singers and jockeys. Bilateral Nasal Specific Treatment has helped children and adults suffering with chronic sinusitis “get their life back” after experiencing a deviated septum, broken nose, concussion, whiplash injury, birth injury and more. Dr. Siegfried has helped so many patients that his colleagues have referred to him not only as the leading expert in this treatment, but also the “guru” and even the “godfather.”
Who is Dr. Siegfried and His Clinic?
Dr. Siegfried has been in practice since 1984 at the Dunn Chiropractic Clinic and is the third generation of chiropractors at that clinic. Established in McMinnville in 1922, Dunn Chiropractic has “A Compassionate Tradition of Natural Pain Relief and Wellness,” states Dr. Siegfried. The father of four grown children and grandpa to nine grandchildren, Dr. Siegfried studied over 10 years and 1,000 hours as protégé to Dr. J.R. Stober, the developer of this natural, non-surgical specialty. Treatment is selfpay as Dr. Siegfried is out of network for insurance, but patients from all over the world seek him out to help relieve their chronic sinusitis and escape the drudgery of the related suffering.
To consult with Dr. Siegfried, call the clinic at (503) 433-6902, located at 301 N.E. Dunn Place, McMinnville. Clinic hours are Monday, Wednesday and Friday, from 9AM-6PM. Dr. Siegfried’s website is nasalspecific.com.
Photos by Kara Langley
Dear Friend,
My Confession to Yamhill County...
Confession to Yamhill County...
Dear Friend,
When I meet people in McMinnville, they usually say, “Oh, I know you. You ’re the doctor that I ’ve seen in the ad with your son Chris, from the Bachelorette. ” Well, I want you to know a little more about that picture and why I use it in my ads. Years ago in High School in Philly something happened that changed my life. I hurt my back playing football. Really bad! I could hardly walk. I remember the instant I felt that knife in my back. My Dad took me to Dr. Hill, our family chiropractor who adjusted my back.
MY CONFESSION TO MCMINNVILLE AND YAMHILL
Friend,
Dear Friend,
When I meet people in McMinnville, they usually say, “Oh, I know you. You ’re the doctor that I ’ve seen in the ad with your son Chris, from the Bachelorette. ” Well, I want you to know a little more about that picture and why I use it in my ads. Years ago in High School in Philly something happened that changed my life. I hurt my back playing football. Really bad! I could hardly walk. I remember the instant I felt that knife in my back. My Dad took me to Dr. Hill, our family chiropractor who adjusted my back.
people in they say, “Oh, I you. the I’ve seen on YouTube with son Chris, the Bachelorette.” Well, want you to little more why I ads. In when was to a I received an amazing at that changed my life of my chronic headaches, snoring from bumps and thumps sports, even a on the streets of called Bilateral Nasal Specific Treatment my teacher Dr. at University of States And all could that treatment, able to breathe so much better my nose. And Felt like a knife was out of my my improved needing glasses to glasses. you learn to put up with a but was at “end my desperate, spite of a competitive athlete pitching in the League. lights on that wanted to this special technique, practiced, by Stober for my first in 1976. was so committed to learning his that I 1,000 hours over and am now a expert. became and only to treat him for his he suffered with bad a him to develop treatment. also truly he saved Chris from lot of well.
When I meet people in Yamhill County, they usually say, “Oh, I know you. You’re the doctor that I’ve seen on YouTube with your son Chris, from the Bachelorette.” Well, I want you to know a little more about that picture and why I use it in my ads. In 1976, when I was studying to be a chiropractor, I received an amazing treatment at age 26 that totally changed my life and got rid of my chronic headaches, sinusitis and snoring from falls, bumps and thumps in sports, even a few fights growing up on the streets of Philly. It is called the Bilateral Nasal Specific Treatment from my teacher Dr. Stober, at the University of Western States in Portland. And all I could say then, even now, was WOW! After that first treatment, I was able to breathe so much better through my nose. And my headaches? Felt like a knife was taken out of my head. Even my vision improved from needing glasses to not needing glasses. At age 26, you learn how to put up with a lot, but I was at the “end of my rope,” desperate, in spite of being a competitive athlete pitching in the semi-professional Portland City League. Once I had that adjustment, “the lights went on for me” and I knew at that moment I wanted to learn this special technique, developed, practiced, and taught by Dr. Stober for over 30 years before I had my first treatment in 1976. I was so committed to learning his technique that I spent over 1,000 hours over a 10-year period observing and studying with him and am now a leading expert. I became his protégé and the only student to treat him for his chronic headaches he suffered with from a bad head injury as a kid, leading him to develop this special, non-surgical treatment. I also truly believe he saved my son Chris from a lot of suffering as well.
Well all I can say is WOW! When I left Dr. Hill’s office, I could stand up straight and walk. And the pain was gone! I knew at that moment I wanted to be a chiropractor, even though I was supposed to follow in the surgical footsteps of my great uncle who founded Nazareth Hospital in Philly – and cousin – who was an orthopedist. After undergraduate college at Schiller University in Heidelberg Germany, and pre-med studies at Temple University, I was accepted at the University of Western States in Portland, drove across the country, started in the fall of 1976 and graduated in 1981. And as they say, the rest is history. But before settling in McMinnville at the Dunn Chiropractic Clinic which was founded in 1922, I had the good fortune to travel with and take care of professional Broadway and Ballet dancers, Jockeys, the 1984 Italian Olympic Team Track and Field Division and many other professional athletes while in Italy.
front of our eyes, my wife and I could see the shape of his head changing. I took over Chris’s care from there and he became an All-Star baseball pitcher and soccer player in high school, a walk-on at the University of Portland, and was drafted by the Chicago Cubs in the 11th round and the 354th pick and pitched for them for 5 years. One just never knows how valuable a Bilateral Nasal Specific treatment and sound nutrition can do for a person’s health. It's strange how life is because I have treated many patients since 1976 with chronic migraines, sinusitis, snoring, concussions, whiplash, birth trauma, and other conditions related to blows to the head or difficult births. Here’s just one testimonial from a recent patient. And there are reviews as well as on my website: www.nasalspecific.com
our eyes, my and I could see the of there and he became All-Star pitcher and soccer player in high walk-on at the University Portland, was drafted by in 11th round and the pick and pitched for them years. One just knows how a Bilateral Nasal nutrition can for person’s health. how because treated since with chronic sinusitis, snoring, concussions, conditions related to blows to or births. Here’s just testimonial recent patient. And there as well as website: www.nasalspecific.com
Well all I can say is WOW! When I left Dr. Hill ’s office, I could stand up straight and walk. And the pain was gone! I knew at that moment I wanted to be a chiropractor, even though I was supposed to follow in the surgical footsteps of my great uncle who founded Nazareth Hospital in Philly – and cousin – who was an orthopedist. After undergraduate college at Schiller University in Heidelberg Germany, and pre-med studies at Temple University, I was accepted at the University of Western States in Portland, drove across the country, started in the fall of 1976 and graduated in 1981. And as they say, the rest is history. But before settling in McMinnville at the Dunn Chiropractic Clinic which was founded in 1922, I had the good fortune to travel with and take care of professional Broadway and Ballet dancers, Jockeys, the 1984 Italian Olympic Team Track and Field Division and many other professional athletes while in Italy.
started noticing after the first treatments. I’ve treatments now and my have of according my I no longer snore. sleep the night, and I am breathing really with no blockage in It’s amazing.
and I started noticing improvements after the first few treatments. I’ve had over 9 treatments now and my sinuses have been completely clear. The results of his treatments are, according to my wife, I no longer snore. I don’t have sleep apnea anymore. I’m sleeping through the night, and I am breathing really well with no blockage in my nose. It’s amazing.
really completely plugged off and I heard the radio. I knew him from past things always helped me, so I called up and came sal specific treatments on me, and I started after about 3 visits. I ’ve had oer 8 treatments completely clear for about the last month sults of it are according to my wife, have sleep apnea anymore. I am sleeping am breathing really well with no blockage ing.” - Crit Haney
Conehead to Chicago Cubs
From Conehead to the Chicago Cubs
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Now, My CONFESSION is that I don’t heal anyone!! I never have. I don’t treat or cure any of the problems patients come to me with. Here’s how it works: I make a specific adjustment to the sphenoid bone in your head. Your brain and nervous system then function better. It’s your body that does the healing. And I’ve had amazing results in practice since performing this special, non-surgical treatment thousands of times since 1976. Unique offer:
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If you bring in this article, or mention it from online, you will receive a full consultation for only $97 to see if you are a candidate for my Bilateral Nasal Specific treatment. This consultation usually costs $295 to find out if you are a candidate for this potentially lifechanging treatment and could benefit from my non-surgical care plan. If you qualify for care, and decide to take your first treatment, I will waive the consultation fee.
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You see, when Chris was born, after a 36-hour intensive labor and homebirth, he had a conehead and we were told that he could have some cerebral palsy due to the stress on his head from the birth process. The day after he was born, I took him to Dr. Stober for his first Bilateral Nasal Specific treatment. Right in
When Chris was born, after a 36 hour labor, he had a conehead and we were told that he may have some cerebral palsy due to the stress on his head from the birth process. The day after he was born, I took him to Dr. Stober who did the nasal specific treatment on his head and adjusted the top bone in his spine. Right in front of our eyes we could see the shape of his head changing. I took over Chris’s care from there and he became an All -Star Baseball pitcher and Soccer player, a walk on at the University of Portland, and junior year was drafted by the Chicago Cubs in the 11 th round, the 354 th pick and pitched for them for 5 years. One never knows how valuable a nasal specific, chiropractic adjustments and sound nutrition can do for someone ’s health. It’s strange how life is because I have treated many more patients with many different conditions such as headaches, migraines, chronic sinusitis, neck, arm, back , sciatica pain, athletic injuries and more.
When Chris was born, after a 36-hour labor, he had a conehead and we were told that he may have some cerebral palsy due to the stress on his head from the birth process. The day after he was born, I took him to Dr. Stober who did the nasal specific treatment on his head and adjusted the top bone in his spine. Right in front of our eyes we could see the shape of his head changing. I took over Chris’s care from there and he became an All -Star Baseball pitcher and Soccer player, a walk on at the University of Portland, and junior year was drafted by the Chicago Cubs in the 11 th round, the 354 th pick and pitched for them for 5 years. One never knows how valuable a nasal specific, chiropractic adjustments and sound nutrition can do for someone ’s health. s strange how life is because I have treated many more patients with many different conditions such as headaches, migraines, chronic sinusitis, neck, arm, back , sciatica pain, athletic injuries and more.
My name is Landon Haney, and I am now 77 years old. I have had sinus problems off and on since I was teenager. The most recent one started in 2011 and continued until recently. My nose was completely plugged off and I heard about Dr. Siegfried on the radio. I knew from past treatments he had done for me and always helped me, so I called for a consultation. He started his Bilateral Nasal Specific Treatments,
My is Landon now 77 years I have had sinus problems and since I was one started 2011 and continued until recently. My nose was plugged off and I heard about Siegfried on knew past treatments and helped called consultation. He started Bilateral Nasal
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I have been practicing my Bilateral Nasal Specific treatment for over 40 years, the protégé of Dr. Stober, a leading expert in the field, and have even been called the “Godfather” and “guru,” having performed the procedure thousands of times. I’ve treated jockeys, dancers, professional world class athletes, and everyday patients from infants to age 98. I’m committed to helping as many people as I possibly can.
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My office assistants are wonderful!! Our office is both friendly and warm and we try our best to make you feel at home. This is a potentially life-changing treatment for you. Please call my caring and enthusiastic staff to schedule your appointment today. I would like to change your life too. You can also watch videos, read reviews and my FREE REPORT on my website at www.nasalspecific.com. Hope to see you soon!
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Baked Zucchini Fries
Crisp yet tender and healthy, too
Ingredients
1 cup panko breadcrumbs
½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
* Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
4 zucchini, quartered lengthwise
½ cup all-purpose flour
2 large eggs, beaten
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves
Directions
Preheat oven to 425°F. Coat a cooling rack with nonstick spray and place on a baking sheet; set aside. In a large bowl, combine panko, Parmesan and Italian seasoning; season with salt and pepper, to taste. Set aside. Working in batches, dredge zucchini in flour, dip into eggs, then dredge in Panko mixture, pressing to coat. Place zucchini onto prepared baking sheet. Place into oven and bake for 20–22 minutes, or until golden brown and crisp. Serve immediately, garnished with parsley, if desired, and alongside warm spaghetti sauce or ranch dressing for dipping.
Fresh from the Garden
When picking zucchini, check if the fruit is firm. Softness indicates it is probably rotting and should be discarded. For picking zucchini, use a sharp knife, pruners or scissors to cut the stem one or two inches from the fruit.
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OREO COOKIE
THE CHRONICLE OF AN AMERICAN COOKIE ICON
The Oreo cookie. Two chocolate wafers with a creamy vanilla filling sandwiched between them. A perennial favorite for decades, Oreos are loved by millions around the world, with one major debate baked into its delicious existence, which revolves around the best way to eat them: dunk or twist. There are two opposing camps: Twisters and Dunkers. The former maintain that the best way to eat an Oreo is to twist them apart and enjoy each side separately; some eat the creamy center first. The latter, on the other hand, insist the cookie should be dipped into milk and allowed to basically melt in your mouth. Either way, both camps agree this classic cookie is downright delicious! Of course, there are those of us who don’t belong to either side and simply savor the Oreo as a tasty sandwich cookie.
TO DUNK OR TWIST?
In 1898, several competing baking companies merged to form the National Biscuit Company, also known as Nabisco. In 1902, Nabisco introduced Barnum’s Animal Crackers for the first time, gaining fame by packaging them in small boxes designed like animal cages at the circus, and featuring an attached string for hanging the boxes from Christmas trees.
It was in 1912 when Nabisco had dreamed up this “new” cookie, but in truth, the concept of two crisp chocolate wafers surrounding a flat cream filling had already been introduced: Since 1908,
Sunshine Biscuits had been producing its Hydrox cookies in Kansas City. Although Nabisco has never identified Hydrox as its inspiration, it’s difficult to deny the similarity between the two cookies. The Oreo quickly surpassed its competitor and soon reigned supreme in the sandwich cookie realm. Nabisco made certain to file for a trademark on its new cookie, which was granted on Aug. 12, 1913.
When Nabisco’s new cookie was first introduced in 1912, it appeared as an Oreo Biscuit — “biscuit” being the common word for cookie back in England and a holdover term from colonial days. In 1921, it was renamed the Oreo Sandwich before another change in 1937 to the Oreo Creme Sandwich. It wasn’t until 1974 that Nabisco finally settled on the official name: the Oreo Chocolate Sandwich Cookie. Despite the plethora of name changes over the years, most people have typically just called it the “Oreo.” The appearance of the cookie progressed from the original design, which simply featured the name Nabisco with a wreath at the edge, to the addition of two turtle doves and a ring of laurels in 1924. The more elaborate design we know today first appeared in 1954.
As for the origin of the name “Oreo,” Nabisco has no definitive answer. One school of thought asserts that the cookie’s name was derived from “or,” the French word for gold, which was the primary color on the early packaging. Others maintain the name was inspired from the shape of the original cookie
1952 Nabisco Oreo advertisement
which resembled a mound or hill. Proponents of this theory cite the Greek word for mountain, “oreo,” as the source of the cookie’s name. Others argue the name is the result of taking “re” from “cream” and sandwiching it — like the cookie — between the two o’s in “chocolate” to make “o-re-o.”
Despite the mysterious origin of the cookie’s name, the Oreo has been a perennial hit. As of 2019, approximately 450 billion Oreo cookies have been sold since 1912, placing it atop the mountain of cookie sales and endearing it to millions of people worldwide.
Although the original recipe of the Oreo has not changed much, Nabisco has experimented with variations on the
In 1975, Nabisco released Double Stuff Oreos to the delight of those who craved the cookie’s creamy filling.
In 1987, fudgecoated Oreos hit the market, with festive holiday versions released in 1991 (Halloween Oreos) and 1995 (Christmas Oreos). Over the years, there have been numerous other iterations of the Oreo, including the Golden Oreo, Oreo Minis, Oreo Cakesters and Oreo Double Triples.
Despite the limited edition variations, the delicious filling inside the Oreo evolved only minimally with the passage of time.
The creamy filling was created by Nabisco’s “principal scientist” Sam Porcello, who is frequently referred to as “Mr. Oreo.” His recipe, created in 1912, has remained essentially the same, though due to health concerns the company switched from the use of lard to non-hydrogenated vegetable oil to veer from trans fats.
Although the majority of Oreo production was once carried out at the Hershey’s factory in Hershey,
Pennsylvania, the beloved cookie is now produced around the world in 18 different countries.
Nabisco’s marketing of the Oreo cookie has been remarkably successful, with highlights that include a 2013 tweet, “You can still dunk in the dark,” inspired by the 39-minute power outage in Super Bowl XLVII. The Guinness Book of World Records’ largest taste test took place in Madrid, Spain, in 2009 when 1,471 participants compared the taste of an Oreo to an imitation cookie. One fun piece of trivia for cookie aficionados is that New York City’s 15th Street at Ninth Avenue is called Oreo Way in honor of it being the birthplace of the Oreo cookie.
One thing is for certain: No matter how you enjoy your Oreo cookie, be it dunking, twisting or eating as-is, this crunchy chocolate creamy delight has satisfied the palates of generations of people around the world for more than a century. Styles, technology and fashions come and go, but it’s a good bet that the Oreo cookie is here to stay.
Nabisco Oreo billboard circa 1956
Oreo TV commercial circa 1980
classic cookie.
Follow the Truffle Trail
Family-owned
farm offers guided gourmet treasure hunts &
luxury glamping
By Angie Helvey, Contributing Writer
The Willamette Valley is home to an abundance of naturally occurring culinary delicacies, none as highly sought after as the Oregon truffle. A reproductive fruit of the symbiotic relationship between underground plants and fungi, special varieties are popular in gourmet cooking for their earthy, complex flavors and intoxicating fragrance. No one knows the secrets of Oregon truffle foraging better than the McFarland/Luzader family and their talented brood of Italian water dogs. As the owners of Amico Farms Retreat, they invite guests to visit their property in the heart of wine country for guided truffle tours and luxury yurt and tent camping surrounded by the natural beauty of the forest.
“In the early days, it was difficult to find information on truffles in this area,” says Carly. “In Italy, we would find them under hardwoods, but here, we found them under the Doug Firs.” They eventually found truffles in the Yamhill County area and met others who were interested in getting a Lagotto, but at the time there were less than 500 in the whole country, so Carly and Kevin began regular trips to Italy to learn more about truffle hunting and bring Lagotti back for hunters in the United States.
The family started the process of buying their 37-acre farm in 2016. They needed a place to grow their truffle-hunting company with space to breed and train Lagottos and were surprised and delighted to discover an abundance of Oregon winter white and black truffles right in their own backyard! Then the pandemic hit, and the idea of hosting guided truffle tours was born. “It was an easy social distancing activity and a great way to get people out in the forest to show them the beauty of Oregon and all it has to offer,” Carly says.
‘Amico’ is the Italian word for friend. Carly and Kevin Luzader first traveled to Italy in 2015 and discovered truffle hunting with Lagotto Romagnolo dogs, the only breed in the world that specializes in hunting truffles. They returned from that first trip with a Lagotto puppy and began truffle hunting in Oregon.
Starting in December through March or April, outings begin at Amico Farms but then, hunters are taken to a secret truffle spot with the Luzader dogs in the lead. “Our dogs guide the tour, but people can bring their dogs and we’ll put them over the top of the truffles so everyone can dig out their own,” Carly explains. The excursion continues either back at Amico or a local winery for a tasting of truffle-infused cheese, nuts and butter. At the end, all participants go home with their collection of tasty treasures!
Carly and Kevin are major advocates for dog-harvested truffles and being environmentally friendly in their practices. “A dog will only go after a very ripe, fragrant truffle that’s ready to harvest, and they only dig a small hole that’s easy to fill back in,” Carly explains. “The other method is to rake the bottom of the trees, which gets you mostly unripe truffles that don’t taste good and it damages the forest floor for years to come.”
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As expert breeders of the Italian water dog, the Luzaders have perfected a premier variety of Lagotto Romagnolo called the Amico Roma, and they breed a few litters of puppies each year. With 11 Lagotti in their breeding program, the dogs live with the Luzaders and in guardian homes with friends and family to ensure optimal care and socialization. Carly and Kevin have five Lagotti who live on the farm with the family and their three children. “It’s a companion-based breed,’ Carly explains. “They live in our house and sleep in our bedroom; they’re part of the family.”
There’s a lot more going on at Amico than dogs and truffles. Carly and Kevin have worked hard to make it fun for their kids, including building a skatepark, a rock-climbing wall and installing an outdoor wood-fired pizza oven made by a friend from Italy. The family raises chickens and has one horse of their own
plus a mustang adeptly named “Oregon Truffles” that belongs to Nikki, their friend and farm helper. The property has a large greenhouse and this year they started growing microgreens they hope to sell locally. The truffles are also sold to restaurants and Carly’s recently been hunting in the Balkans and other parts of Europe for some of the most delicious and expensive varieties in the world.
Amico Farms Retreat hosts glampers off-grid on their charming property in an all-season luxury yurt
or vista tent, both nestled in secluded clearings amidst the forested hills. The yurt sleeps four people and features a full kitchen and flush toilet with an outdoor fire pit perfect for roasting marshmallows. The vista tent sleeps two and provides a comfortable full-size bed, a weatherproof kitchen with a barbecue, phenomenal views and a fantastic opportunity for nighttime stargazing. Both sites are available for booking on AirBnB and Hipcamp. Visitors are encouraged to hike the beautiful trails, explore the surrounding wine country and schedule a guided truffle tour for a fun and unique experience hunting Oregon truffles!
Amico Farms Retreat is located at 21390 SW Eagle Point Rd, McMinnville, OR, 97128. Please give them a call at 971-264-4780 or visit their website at amicofarms.com
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An Oregon Frontrunner
Public education takes a personal approach
By Patti Jo Brooks, Contributing Writer Photos courtesy of WOU
Founded in 1856, Western Oregon University is the oldest public university in Oregon. It is also one of Oregon’s most progressive institutions. An accredited NWCCU Public Liberal Arts University, Western has produced the greatest number of teachers in Oregon. In step with societal changes, a new strategic plan has been introduced that focuses on “personalized learning, belonging, and empowerment.” Western’s approach to teaching, learning, building strong communities both on and off campus and developing informed and responsible citizens is guided by their mission, vision, and core values. At Western, the students come first!
Embracing diversity, Western edges closer to obtaining eligibility for Hispanic Serving Institution designation with 24.1 percent of all Western students identifying as Latino/a/e. Obtaining HSI status would provide opportunities to enhance academic offerings, program quality, and student services. One of only three universities on the west coast, Western
officially joined the Council of Public Liberal Arts Colleges (COPLAC) in June 2024.
COPLAC supports “the value of high-quality, public liberal arts education in a student-centered, residential environment.”
Presently, Western is the only public university in Oregon to hold a COPLAC membership.
“Becoming a member of the Council of Public Liberal Arts Colleges underscores our commitment to academic excellence and innovation,” states Western Oregon University President Jesse Peters.
Western is well-known for their American Sign Language (ASL) and Interpreting programs. Recently, two undergraduate certificates in ASL studies (the first in the region) were developed to meet workforce demands. “ASL is the third most used language in the United States,” offers Mark Girod, dean of Western’s College of Education. “Adding these certificates will ensure more professionals have language competence to serve our local communities.”
Western is launching the Occupational Therapy Doctorate program this fall at Western’s Salem location. Western will house the first occupational therapy program within Oregon’s public university system.
Introducing the Career Mobility Accounting program, Western collaborated with Uplift Oregon allowing Oregon state employees to broaden their skills to align with requirements for Accountant I & II and tax auditing positions within the state at no cost.
Bilingual Teacher Scholar programs and Diversity Scholar programs are offered at Western through grants supporting development for in-service and pre-service teachers responsible for multicultural and multilingual student learners. Revising curriculum to reflect the diverse experiences and backgrounds of the students is also one of the key components in the program.
Western’s Program for Undergraduate Research Experiences (PURE) holds an in-person Academic Excellence Showcase each year. Undergraduate students from all disciplines are eligible to present at the event. “We are very excited to show off the best thinking and thinkers that Western Oregon University has to offer,” says Maren Anderson, director of PURE.
Western Oregon University is featured in The College Tour, an award-winning Amazon Prime TV series.
Helping Hands
Facilitating families for furry friends
By Justin Woomer, Contributing Writer
Sadly, more than half a million pets were euthanized in the United States in 2023. They weren’t all dogs that bit children or feral cats that had taken over a neighborhood. In fact, the main issue is space in animal shelters and overpopulation. The truth is that the animals being euthanized are the same animals that are lying in your living room right now; the only difference is they weren’t lucky enough to have you, or Brittany Hazel and Hazel’s House. Those animals got dished a bad bowl of kibble which wasn’t their fault, and they didn’t have advocates.
One group of amazing advocates is Hazel’s House Animal Rescue led by Brittany Hazel. Starting in 2017 with a box of barn kittens and a dream, Brittany quickly realized a passion for fostering and animal husbandry. Brittany began learning everything she could from Newberg Animal Shelter and by 2020 she and her team began Hazel’s House, primarily for cats. By the fall of 2020 they became a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. By 2021 Hazel’s House had expanded to help dogs. Hazel’s House is a volunteer and donation-based rescue, meaning that Brittany and her board of animal experts don’t do it alone. The mission only continues with help from the community.
Hazel’s House has a new outreach program that is an inventive way to keep pets in their loving homes and out of shelters. The program is partially funded by a grant earned from the Austin Family Foundation and works in a three-tier attack. The first tier is spay and neuter assistance. It’s expensive, and Hazel’s House has partnered with local veterinarians to help loving people who can’t afford to do the right thing but want to. Tier two is food assistance: Brittany and her team set up food assistance events to give food to those who need it with no judgment. If you don’t get paid for two weeks and Fido is out of food, then stop by. Tier three is the Angel Fund and is a way to keep sick animals in their loving homes. When an animal has an emergency and a family can’t afford a procedure, the animal gets taken or euthanized. The Angel Fund prevents this from happening by financially assisting those furry friends.
Brittany was asked what she would say to someone who needs help but feels shame for asking. “If someone loves their pet and wants to keep them but is struggling or in a hard place the first thing I would say is reach out. Don’t be ashamed, scared or hesitant. We understand food has all but doubled in price. We know housing has become expensive. Let us help try and take something off your shoulders and if we can’t help, we have resources.”
When asked how can the community help? Brittany had this to say, “People can help in many ways! Not everyone can adopt or foster but everyone can help. Our Facebook is the best way to stay involved and know what’s going on. We have events a few times a year and need volunteers. Donations are always needed and appreciated. Coming out to our events like the Soup Competition in October and our Holiday Bazaar in November helps raise money for the rescue. Simply sharing our post and telling friends and family about us is great. The more people who know about us and what our mission is, the more we can help.”
Hazel’s House is in Newberg. Contact them at 971-264-0760 or hazelshousepdx@gmail.com. Follow on Facebook and Instagram for upcoming events and volunteer opportunities. Foster and adoption info at hazelshousepdx.com.
The People’s Champion
Cowboy and rodeo rider lived a wild ride
By the time Fletcher reached working age, the most promising source of employment for him was as a cowboy. Fletcher quickly became a skilled horseman and began competing in rodeo competitions at age 15, developing a unique style. Besides his race, Fletcher stood out for his bright orange chaps and loose, nonchalant saddle demeanor. In exhibition rides and events, Fletcher developed routines which dazzled audiences, including riding buffalo and riding back-to-back with other cowboys on the same horse.
By Oregon Black Pioneers
George Fletcher is one of Oregon’s most celebrated cowboys and rodeo performers. Fletcher was born in St. Marys, Kansas in 1890. Before he was 10, the Fletcher family left Kansas for Pendleton, Oregon. Pendleton was the heart of Oregon’s cattle industry, and many men in Pendleton made a living driving, herding, branding and breeding cattle.
At the turn of the century, Oregon’s Black population numbered just 1105 people, 70% of whom lived in Portland. Umatilla County, home to Pendleton, had just 30 Black residents in 1900. Rural Black Oregonians were very isolated, and lacked the support of strong community organizations. Most worked in subservient positions or in dangerous, low skilled occupations.
As a child, George Fletcher attended the missionary school on the Umatilla Indian Reservation alongside Native American children. Fletcher quit school after the fifth grade but continued to spend much of his childhood on the reservation. Over the years, he learned some of the local languages and first witnessed the horsemanship of Native riders.
At age 19, George Fletcher won his first rodeo prize — $15 — for coming in third place in the saddle-bronc competition at the Eastern Oregon District Fair. A year later, in 1910, Fletcher placed fourth in saddle bronc at the first ever Pendleton Round-Up, becoming that event’s first Black competitor.
The 1911 Pendleton Round-Up Bronc Riding Championship was a legendary matchup. Fletcher, a Nez Perce rider named Jackson Sundown, and a White rancher named John Spain were finalists to win the top prize: a $350 silver saddle. Fletcher’s run won the support of the crowd but the judges awarded Spain first prize and named Fletcher runner up. The audience booed the decision. Pendleton’s East Oregonian newspaper wrote of the incident the next day, saying, “Had the spectators been the final judge, George Fletcher would undoubtedly have won the handsome first prize saddle, for he was plainly
In protest, Umatilla County Sheriff Til Taylor, honorary director of that year’s Round Up, cut Fletcher’s cowboy hat into pieces and sold them to the crowd as souvenirs. Sheriff Taylor collected nearly $700 from the stunt, which he then gave to Fletcher. Local press dubbed Fletcher “The People’s Champion” of 1911.
George Fletcher’s rodeo career lasted only a few more years. While serving abroad during World War I, he sustained a leg injury that ended his competitive bronc riding days. He continued to work as a cowboy the rest of his life, however, and in 1972 he was named an inaugural member of the Pendleton Round-Up and Happy Canyon Hall of Fame. Fletcher died the next year and was buried in Pendleton.
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