Tuesday, February 07, 2006
Saturday, February 04, 2006
In the mood for fear and suspicion?
The most recent cultural shift has been a return back to the hysteria & paranoia of the mid 50s. What are we all so worried about? Who cares! Spying has become super cool whether it’s to bring down the government, piss off people you just don’t like or to cause havoc in the workplace. The Cold War is back, as is Julius and Ethel Rosenberg. Spies are now everywhere & you probably haven’t noticed this yet, but someone is probably watching you right now….
We just happened to find a spy in the shower reading the Financial Times & did a quick Q&A:
The Peelers: Why do you think espionage is on the rise?
Agent IMBPWAM: I know but I’m not allowed to tell.
TP: What made you want to become a spy?
IMBPWAM: I’d say it was the first time I watched ‘Blue Velvet’. I think it was Jeffrey’s nifty camera set up in his car as he hunts for the truth about Frank Booth, or how he learns to hide in the closest in Dorothy’s apartment – Jeffrey’s character made me realize that spying can be rather exhilarating. He did get himself in some bad situations, but these are the sorts of learning experiences you must go through to master your craft. Wouldn’t you do the same if you found someone’s chopped off ear?
TP: What does every spy need on them at all times?
IMBPWAM: Holga Micro 110 & a trench coat
TP: How do you disguise yourself on secret missions?
IMBPWAM: I go unseen by dressing up as fruit. Most often a banana – this has worked well for me for sometime. This summer I’m thinking apples or cherries though. I also spray myself to smell like fruit with Eau d'Orange Verte by Hermes
TP: How do you tell if a spy might be in close proximity?
IMBPWAM: If there is ever an elephant in sight, there is a good chance a spy is close by – they are two things that always go together.
TP: Where do you go to meet and hang out with other spies?
IMBPWAM: We have luxurious hideaway spots all over the world. All spies attend a monthly bingo game at any of these locations– it’s lots of fun & if you don’t show up it’s frowned upon. At the last one I went to they served an artichoke and squid risotto – it was a very erotic dish.
If you have any questions for Agent IMBPWAM regarding life as a spy please post them & she will respond
We just happened to find a spy in the shower reading the Financial Times & did a quick Q&A:
The Peelers: Why do you think espionage is on the rise?
Agent IMBPWAM: I know but I’m not allowed to tell.
TP: What made you want to become a spy?
IMBPWAM: I’d say it was the first time I watched ‘Blue Velvet’. I think it was Jeffrey’s nifty camera set up in his car as he hunts for the truth about Frank Booth, or how he learns to hide in the closest in Dorothy’s apartment – Jeffrey’s character made me realize that spying can be rather exhilarating. He did get himself in some bad situations, but these are the sorts of learning experiences you must go through to master your craft. Wouldn’t you do the same if you found someone’s chopped off ear?
TP: What does every spy need on them at all times?
IMBPWAM: Holga Micro 110 & a trench coat
TP: How do you disguise yourself on secret missions?
IMBPWAM: I go unseen by dressing up as fruit. Most often a banana – this has worked well for me for sometime. This summer I’m thinking apples or cherries though. I also spray myself to smell like fruit with Eau d'Orange Verte by Hermes
TP: How do you tell if a spy might be in close proximity?
IMBPWAM: If there is ever an elephant in sight, there is a good chance a spy is close by – they are two things that always go together.
TP: Where do you go to meet and hang out with other spies?
IMBPWAM: We have luxurious hideaway spots all over the world. All spies attend a monthly bingo game at any of these locations– it’s lots of fun & if you don’t show up it’s frowned upon. At the last one I went to they served an artichoke and squid risotto – it was a very erotic dish.
If you have any questions for Agent IMBPWAM regarding life as a spy please post them & she will respond
Friday, January 20, 2006
Is Squid Eating Erotic?
A rather heated discussion has arisen here on the erotic nature of eating squid.
I have investigated this further & I conducted a comprehensive study. The study set out to determine the erotic nature and measured taste, where it is eaten & how it makes you feel after & if there are any aphrodisiac effects after consumption.
The following results were found:
Squid eating is erotic under the following circumstances:
- It is cooked to tender perfection by grilling or frying & served with lemon. Best examples can be found at the Balkan Restaurant on Oxford St, Pizza Mario at Republic 2 or at Souen on E13th St, New York (& a notable mention for what use to be served at Fix).
- Aphrodisiac effects were heightened when a maximum number of tentacles were consumed
- Can also be erotic when a really hot guy is feeding it to you while you are hanging from your toes upside down (even more effective when squid is replaced with grapes)
Squid eating is not erotic under the following circumstances:
- It is under cooked or over cooked, slimy or the guts haven't been taken out
- When marinated in something that is not yummy
- When there is an unattractive person close by while you are eating the squid
- People who have a name that contains any of the following letters: Y, U & C will never find squid erotic
I have investigated this further & I conducted a comprehensive study. The study set out to determine the erotic nature and measured taste, where it is eaten & how it makes you feel after & if there are any aphrodisiac effects after consumption.
The following results were found:
Squid eating is erotic under the following circumstances:
- It is cooked to tender perfection by grilling or frying & served with lemon. Best examples can be found at the Balkan Restaurant on Oxford St, Pizza Mario at Republic 2 or at Souen on E13th St, New York (& a notable mention for what use to be served at Fix).
- Aphrodisiac effects were heightened when a maximum number of tentacles were consumed
- Can also be erotic when a really hot guy is feeding it to you while you are hanging from your toes upside down (even more effective when squid is replaced with grapes)
Squid eating is not erotic under the following circumstances:
- It is under cooked or over cooked, slimy or the guts haven't been taken out
- When marinated in something that is not yummy
- When there is an unattractive person close by while you are eating the squid
- People who have a name that contains any of the following letters: Y, U & C will never find squid erotic
Tuesday, January 17, 2006
The new iPod
Following on from a previous post: Fish Guts Chaos: II - 'The Eel Strikes Back'
This is the latest iPod featuring a shot of the launch game with movie tie-in.
Apple is launching the new ipod in early October 06
This is the latest iPod featuring a shot of the launch game with movie tie-in.
Apple is launching the new ipod in early October 06
Cocoa Pistachios
Ok, matcha almonds have some stiff competition.
Today at Wholefoods I found cocoa covered pistachios & they are amazing!!
They are shelled with dark cocoa around them & I think some sugar is in there somewhere as they are slightly sweet.
YUM.
Today at Wholefoods I found cocoa covered pistachios & they are amazing!!
They are shelled with dark cocoa around them & I think some sugar is in there somewhere as they are slightly sweet.
YUM.
Why do I always order fusilli?
Because I'm silly.
If you have a better match of pasta for my personality, please post & you could be the winner of an exclusive Peeler package.
If you have a better match of pasta for my personality, please post & you could be the winner of an exclusive Peeler package.
Sunday, January 15, 2006
2nd Ave Deli Closes
A very tragic thing has occured in this wonderful city this year. The 2nd Ave Deli has closed it's doors over a $9,000 increase in rent to $33,000 per month. Going to the 2nd Ave Deli was a wonderful and always entertaining experience. I'll miss the matza ball soup, chopped lived & chocolate babka.
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Things I love about New York in the winter
Winter in NY is tough if you aren't use to cold weather. Some days it's just too cold! But it's not all bad....
Things I love in the winter:
- Nothing beats openning your blinds in the morning to a snow covered Gramercy Park
- Hibernating on the weekend with green tea, chocolate, cheese (Soignon spreadable goats cheese is of choice) and Netflix movies or Limewire downloads of all the best shows I miss while I'm working late nights (Arrested Development, Lost, Nip/Tuck)
- Dressing like a slob under your coat as nobody gets to see what's underneath!
- Upside-down & sideways rain
- Wearing boots so you don't have to worry about puddles
- Sleeping in on the weekend & general laziness which I think is very exceptable behaviour in the cold
- Apples are the only local produce that's in season (this doesn't make winter any better really, but I love the huge apple selection at the Union Sq markets on Saturdays)
Things I love in the winter:
- Nothing beats openning your blinds in the morning to a snow covered Gramercy Park
- Hibernating on the weekend with green tea, chocolate, cheese (Soignon spreadable goats cheese is of choice) and Netflix movies or Limewire downloads of all the best shows I miss while I'm working late nights (Arrested Development, Lost, Nip/Tuck)
- Dressing like a slob under your coat as nobody gets to see what's underneath!
- Upside-down & sideways rain
- Wearing boots so you don't have to worry about puddles
- Sleeping in on the weekend & general laziness which I think is very exceptable behaviour in the cold
- Apples are the only local produce that's in season (this doesn't make winter any better really, but I love the huge apple selection at the Union Sq markets on Saturdays)
Matcha Almonds
Yesterday I passed by Itoen (New York flagship store of the Japanese tea company) & they had samples of Matcha Almonds. I got some & they are very yummy. The are roasted almonds covered in a very thin layer of chocolate & then have a fine layer of matcha on top. I am going to try and make some as the little bag they sell there which probably only has 15-20 nuts is $7 a pop. Seeing I could eat 2 bags in about 2 minutes this could be a very expensive new obsession.
Itoen
Itoen also has a Japanese restuarant upstairs which I am keen to try - check out the menu, it looks great:
Kai
Itoen
Itoen also has a Japanese restuarant upstairs which I am keen to try - check out the menu, it looks great:
Kai
Saturday, January 14, 2006
Fish Guts Chaos: II - 'The Eel Strikes Back'
After the blockbuster success of Fish Guts Chaos in 2004, Tsukiji features again in this new blockbuster. 'The eel Strikes Back' is far more provocative & hard hitting than the original. It has a 12 mintute 3D scene where defenceless gaijin get run over by a crazed driver of one of those mysterious round fish market cars. The film climax takes place in a boo-peep themed room at Love Hotel Hill - you wouldn't believe what they do to the tuna in this one!! This film has been a huge hit in the far East grossing $45 million in it's openning week. I've heard rumours of Oscars for this one.......
Below is a image taken with a cell phone at the openning. It's from a scene where an innocent gaijin gets chased by huge orange lumps of salmon roe.
Below is a image taken with a cell phone at the openning. It's from a scene where an innocent gaijin gets chased by huge orange lumps of salmon roe.
Sunday, January 08, 2006
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