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More than ever, it's become clear that the scope of media distribution has changed–even eroded–some our most treasured entertainment models.
But whose obituary should we read first? Newspapers, Magazines, Music, or Video… Hmm… How about all four, thanks to Chief Blogging Optimist, Don Dodge, whose Next Big Thing blog gives us some in-depth research with a light garnish of buzz.
Linking around the blogosphere, Dodge shows us that:
Robert Scoble declares newspapers are dead. PaidContent says InfoWorld Magazine is dead. TechMeme has collected lots of blogger stories on the subject. Disrupted maybe…but not dead. Napster disrupted the music business and YouTube is disrupting video. Anything that can be digitized is being disrupted by the Internet.
I wrote about this a year ago in Are newspapers and magazines dying? Here is the killer quote from that blog post;
At its peak in 2000, The Mercury News had a Sunday circulation of 326,839 subscribers, according to the newspaper. Last September, the company counted 278,470 Sunday subscribers, a drop of about 15 percent. Revenue from the company's help-wanted ads fell to $18 million a year from more than $118 million, according to the paper. The newsroom was whittled to 280 people from 404, a 30 percent decline.
Dodge goes on to announce that the "music business is dying," and that sales are off 20% from last year continuing its 7 year decline. "Did Napster kill the music business or is 'rap' todays 'disco'?" wonders Dodge.
As an erstwhile music journalist, I couldn't help but comment. Sure, online media have been more powerful than expected. But isn't it true that, until lately, the entire online space has been at once over-hyped and under-valued? Bloggers need news organizations in order to ensure that they're not drowning in their own hype. News organizations need bloggers to help ensure their content is topical, fresh, and edgy.
Is the music industry dead, or are physical albums dying because the distribution model has shifted? Are newspapers dead, or is selling news on recycled newsprint dying?
Over at ye olde struggling newspaper, The New York Times, Jeff Leeds ads some depth to this story in a piece entitled "The Album, a Comodity in Disfavor."
As Leeds tells it:
Last year, digital singles outsold plastic CD's for the first time. So far this year, sales of digital songs have risen 54 percent, to roughly 189 million units, according to data from Nielsen SoundScan. Digital album sales are rising at a slightly faster pace, but buyers of digital music are purchasing singles over albums by a margin of 19 to 1.
Because of this shift in listener preferences — a trend reflected everywhere from blogs posting select MP3s to reviews of singles in Rolling Stone — record labels are coming to grips with the loss of the album as their main product and chief moneymaker.
In response, labels are re-examining everything from their marketing practices to their contracts. One result is that offers are cropping up for artists like Candy Hill to record only ring tones or a clutch of singles, according to talent managers and lawyers.
At the same time, the industry is straining to shore up the album as long as possible, in part by prodding listeners who buy one song to purchase the rest of a collection. Apple, in consultation with several labels, has been planning to offer iTunes users credit for songs they have already purchased if they then choose to buy the associated album in a certain period of time, according to people involved in the negotiations. (Under Apple's current practice, customers who buy a song and then the related album effectively pay for the song twice).
But some analysts say they doubt that such promotions can reverse the trend.
"I think the album is going to die," said Aram Sinnreich, managing partner at Radar Research, a media consulting firm based in Los Angeles. "Consumers are listening to play lists," or mixes of single songs from an assortment of different artists. "Consumers who have had iPods since they were in the single digits are going to increasingly gravitate toward artists who embrace that."
All this comes as the industry's long sales slide has been accelerating. Sales of albums, in either disc or digital form, have dropped more than 16 percent so far this year, a slide that executives attribute to an unusually weak release schedule and shrinking retail floor space for music. Even though sales of individual songs — sold principally through iTunes — are rising, it has not been nearly enough to compensate.
Speaking of the media landscape's whiplash-inducing evolution, Time, Inc. just announced that it will be pulling Life magazine from the shelves in order to maintain the American staple an online publication.
According to Yahoo! News, which posted the story compliments of Reuters:
Time Inc. said… it would stop publishing Life, the iconic photography magazine that has been a weekly newspaper insert since 2004. Although April 20 will be Life's last print issue, the brand name will survive on the Internet.
It is the latest magazine to shut down as more readers desert print publications for online news and photos.
"Growth requires taking risks, and the potential upside was huge, but unfortunately the timing worked against us," Time Inc. Chief Executive Ann Moore said. "The market has moved dramatically since October 2004, and it is no longer appropriate to continue publication of Life as a newspaper supplement."
Time is laying off 15 editorial workers and 27 in its business department in connection with the shutdown, said spokeswoman Dawn Bridges.
And now for the obvious rhetorical question du jour: If Life itself is dying offline, doesn't that mean everyone who wants to be spared should be online?
(For more daily analysis on stories like this, be sure to listen to Blog Buzz on WebmasterRadio.fm.)
Robert, Thanks for the thoughtful comments on my blog. Let me return the favor.
Declaring "newspapers are dead", as Scoble did, makes for great headlines, but the truth is newspapers and all Intellectual Property is being disrupted by the Internet. Dead? no. Disrupted? yes.
My point was to step back and look at the larger picture, not just focus on newspapers problems or magazines in the case of Infoworld, but to look at all forms of Intelectual Property that can be digitized and distributed on the Internet. Music, video, newspapers, magazines, and even software, is being disrupted.
You are correct that distribution methods and costs are one of the problems. People still want music, video, and news, but they are getting it from different distribution channels (Internet) that have very different cost structures and business models.
There is plenty of time for the big music labels, film studios, and newspaper chains to react and evolve. The smart ones have already started, the rest will cling to their standard business for as long as possible and slowly go down hill.
The music industry has a long history of selling one or two good songs on a CD for $20. Consumers had no choice but to take the junk with the good songs. Now consumers can buy singles on the Internet and that has radically changed the economics of the music business. Now it is the record labels that have no choice but to adapt.
As part of the Napster team back in 2000 I am proud to have played a small part in the transformation of the music business to provide choice for consumers.
The same transformations are rippling across all IP businesses today…including software.
They said we'd have a paperless office too.
We don't.
As for circulation numbers dropping, that's just because things have changed. And newspapers haven't changed with the times. Sure they've gone online in their own clumsy way–but is that what the reader wants?
When we got electricity, the candle industry went out of business. Or did they? When a new wave sweeps, they're going to have to ride the wave for what it is. Newspapers, CD sales–they'll all die when they keep doing what they're doing.
Our business was fully online.
We're moving in big chunks offline.
You think offline is un-profitable? Nope it's not. But you can't use 1980′s thinking in 2007.
Don, Thanks for clarifying even more. Yes, this is definitely an evolutionary thing.
You're right; it's hard to compete with free, especially when they're over-charging to begin with. With Napster–especially at that time–you were at the epicenter of the corporate backlash tsunami. Of course, Napster is disproportionately blamed/praised for the market disruption (Kazaa, LimeWire, and now any number of free file-sharing programs have done the job since), but my kingdom to have been a fly on the wall for some of those conversations! Still, I find it kind of funny/sad that so many consumers and so many music industry folk still think this is a war between business and consumer. THAT's what I don't buy…
Once the distribution model works itself out a bit more, I like to think it will get better for the consumer (more choice), better for the industry (more in touch with what the customer wants and how/where to sell it), and… oh, yeah… better for the ARTISTS (more $$$).
Sean, Your comment is spot-on. That last line should be on every online marketer's desktop–the one that saves the computer from gravity, that is


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QU Announces Two New MSE Programs
Quincy University announced two new master's degree programs for Illinois licensed teachers. Both degree programs will be available starting in June 2014.
Quincy University announced two new master's degree programs for Illinois licensed teachers. Both degree programs will be available starting in June 2014.
Five area high school seniors have been awarded 2014 Quincy University Presidential Scholarships.
Quincy University is saddened to announce the unexpected passing of Dr. John Schleppenbach, Quincy University professor of communication.
On April 5th, Quincy University Greek organizations will host the 2nd annual 5K Color Run and one mile Color Fun Walk in honor of Shannon Peters.
National School Counseling Week is February 3rd-7th, 2014 and the theme for the week is "Building Magical Futures".
The American Red Cross will host a Lifeguard Certification course beginning March 16 at Quincy University's Health and Fitness Center.
The December 2013 issue of "Synapse" featured a research article constructed by Quincy University Assistant Professor of Psychology Dr. Brian Nolan and associates.
In December of 2012, Quincy University was awarded a 2-year, $171,900 grant from the Marion Gardner Jackson Charitable Trust to support the university's ECSS.
Dr. Robert Gervasi, Quincy University President, has been elected to the Council of Independent Colleges (CIC) Board of Directors.
Quincy University's Office of Multicultural and Leadership Programs will host the third annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service on January 18, 2014.
Quincy University has renewed naming rights to Refreshment Services Pepsi for Pepsi Arena, home of the QU Men's and Lady Hawks basketball and volleyball teams.

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KG's knee is "looking real good"
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The reaction to Glen Davis signing has generally been pretty good. I like it too. But a few of you noticed that Glen Davis didn't exactly sound psyched to rejoin the Celtics. That's probably because he was hoping to cash in and be a starter… instead of sitting on the bench and fighting for minutes.... [More]
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ESPN.com is reporting that the Cavs and Leon Powe have reached agreement on a two-year deal. I'm guessing Leon's surgically repaired left knee passed extensive testing. Leon will likely sign a two-year, $1.77 million deal on Wednesday. According to Chris Sheridan, Leon wants to make the Celtics pay: Los Angeles, Portland, Dallas, Orlando and Miami... [More]
That's John Wall, a soon-to-be Kentucky Wildcat, dunking on Jerry Stackhouse. Now, Stack is not LeBron… but he is showing LeBron here how to handle getting dunked on. Step one: Inbound the ballStep two: Continue playing basketball That's it. In fact, you can see Stack looking for the ball so he can take advantage of... [More]
A few days ago I took a shot at Reggie Miller upon reading a report that he was harassing this attractive and soon-to-be-marreed fashion designer named Ali Kay. Well, Miller and his attorney are pumping the media with their side of the story. Turns out, this chick sent Miller a couple of sexy pics (see... [More]


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BEREA, Ohio -- Wrapping up the latest on the NFL Draft following Tom Heckerts news conference: ---The biggest draft news Thursday came via Twitter after Heckert was finished speaking at the Cleveland Browns facility. Thats when Jason LaCanfora of NFL.com reported that Ohio State tackle Mike Adams had tested positive for marijuana at the Scouting Combine. This borders on the inexplicable...
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'Drop Dead Diva' canceled by Lifetime
In news that might come as a surprise to those who've been following the solid ratings patterns for Drop Dead Diva (which, admittedly, is probably no one), Lifetime has decided not to renew the legal drama for a fifth season.
Though the series averaged roughly 2 million viewers per episode, which is pretty damn good for a basic cable drama (never mind how good a number it is for a show on Lifetime), the show will be coming to an end unless producer Sony Pictures TV can find another network willing to pick it up. Speculation has abounded that the cancellation is motivated by the network's desire to move in a "new, edgier creative direction", yet while season 4 ended in September, Lifetime has been slow to make a decision, opting to wait until they could evaluate the slate of new projects they're considering.
Making matters worse, the fourth season ended on a cliffhanger, as Jane (Brooke Elliott) kissed Grayson (Jackson Hurst) on the day of her wedding to Owen (Lex Medlin), who would go on to suffer a heart attack as the episode (and possibly, now, the series) came to a close. Ending on a cliffhanger is always a risky proposition – it's as if a show is daring a network not to renew it. Sometimes a series will close out its finale with a cliffhanger as a way of mobilizing the fanbase to get the network to renew the series, and while this might not be the case with Drop Dead Diva, I'm sure that the creative forces behind the series would probably like a do-over.
Regardless, now begins the process of finding a new home for the canceled drama. Given that AMC recently resurrected The Killing, and Netflix is airing the revived Arrested Development, it's not beyond the realm of possibility that the show could live on, in some fashion (I mean, the show is pretty much premised on the notion of coming back from the dead in the first place). These kinds of rescues are becoming a bit more common than you might suspect, with Cougar Town finding a home on TBS after ABC canceled it, and Futurama getting another shot on Comedy Central after FOX was finished with it. That said, as it stands now, the show has…(ugh, forgive me)…dropped dead.
(Now excuse me while I hit the shower to try and scrub away the shame of my addiction to bad puns)
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I am still hopeful that Drop Dead Diva will continue. The fans are hard at work spreading the message around and we will not give up the fight. For those wanting to help, sign the petition at http://www.change.org/petitions/lifetime-television-netwrok-bring-back-drop-dead-diva and pass it around friends. We needs as much support as we can get.
NOOOO!!!!!!!!!! I love DDD! :( The real Jane went into Owen's body at the end and it was about to get interesting. Dang it! Oh well, hope another network picks it up.


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Rivers Restaurant
- Address:
2525 S. Grand Ave.
Glenwood Springs, CO 81601Neighborhood:
Glenwood Springs
- Cuisine:
AmericanPrice: $30 and under
Rivers Restaurant
- Dining Style: Casual Elegant
- Website: http://www.theriversrestaurant.com/
- Phone: (970) 928-8813
- Hours of Operation:
Brunch: Sunday: 9:00AM - 2:00PM
Dinner: Daily: 4:30PM - 9:30PM
- Payment Options: AMEX,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
- Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
- Executive Chef: Mike Schlicher
- Dress Code: Casual Dress
- Accepts Walk-Ins: Yes
- Additional Details: Banquet/Private Rooms, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Menu, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking Restaurant, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Personal wines welcome, Personal wines welcome (corkage fee applies), Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
- Catering: Rivers offers catering service at many locations with any kind of services from white linen service to casual buffets. Please email or call us for more information.
- Private Party Facilities: Rivers offers a semi private room called the Atrium, which is enclosed 3 sides and is adjacent to our main dining area. It has a capacity of 45 guests. The entire restaurant can be used for private events. Please contact us for more information.
- Private Party Contact: Anita Wan 9709288813
- Entertainment: Live Music Every Friday Night Featuring Local Bands from 9 - Midnight. No Cover Charge
- Special Events: Let Rivers Restaurant do the planning for your special event, whether it be a sit down dinner with a planned menu for a wedding of 200 guests, or a buffet for a small group, or even just hor d'oeuvres and dinner off our regular menu with our award winning cuisine; our beautiful facility is ideal for any size event. We have a full bar and ample parking for your convenience.
Visit our website at www.theriversrestaurant.com to tour our restaurant. Please call to request for our special events menu, we have several tiers of pricing to suit any budget. We can customize a menu to suit your dining desires. My name is Anita Wan, general manager of Rivers Restaurant,
I am looking forward to planning your memorable event.
A word from Rivers Restaurant
Since 1994, Rivers has enjoyed serving plenty of locals and out of towners alike.Continued
Our Newest direction is based on Colorado Comfort Cuisine; featuring value dining with unique and innovative preparation, using locally grown and raised ingredients whenever possible. We intend to bring you the freshest of foods with the finest of service. Whether you are joining us in our light and airy bar, white linen dressed dining room or outside on the deck overlooking the Roaring Fork River, we sincerely hope you enjoy!
Our Newest direction is based on Colorado Comfort Cuisine; featuring value dining with unique and innovative preparation, using locally grown and raised ingredients whenever possible. We intend to bring you the freshest of foods with the finest of service. Whether you are joining us in our light and airy bar, white linen dressed dining room or outside on the deck overlooking the Roaring Fork River, we sincerely hope you enjoy!
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Rivers Restaurant reviews from OpenTable diners
27 reviews since July 31, 2014
- Food4.1Service4.4
- Ambiance4.4Noise LevelModerate
scenic view (20)great for outdoor dining (17)fit for foodies (10)romantic (10)good for groups (9)special occasion (9)neighborhood gem (7)notable wine list (3)kid-friendly (2)great for brunch (1)Show More
- Good TimekeocpaDined on 10/31/2014very good service, excellent food, not a good wine selection.Special Features:
- I LOVE THIS PLACE!!AdribDenverDined on 10/25/2014Second time here and I fell in love the 1st time. I recommend the Duck it was delish!!Special Features:
- Food A*service slightly indifferentporpoiseboyDined on 10/25/2014everything as advertised, food was very good, setting great but it would be cool if they had lights outdoors so you could see out the windows at night. the only two slight slips i would say are that we had someone ask for a beverage that the waiter forgot and then when they asked again about 5-10 min later he did not acknowledge he had forgotten it. also, since this was a business/pleasure thing i had called the restaurant to confirm my rez and tell them that one of my guests had a birthday. they said "thanks for letting us know". they seemed to have quite a few birthdays going on, but no one ever mentioned anything to us. may seem picky, but i am.Special Features:
- Doesn't deserve 1 starDDDenverVIPDined on 10/24/2014We walked into Rivers with high hopes. The restaurant was very cute and reminded us of something you'd see in the Hamptons. I ordered a manhattan to start and my dinner partner ordered a beer. It took quite some time for the drinks to come out and the manhattan was bright red. One sip confirmed it - it tasted like a shirley temple with a splash of whisky. I wanted to send it back but the waitress didn't come back. Eventually I grabbed someone and requested a glass of pinot noir. After 20 minutes, the wine showed up and it was clearly turning. I gave up. Our waitress was running ragged (shame on the owner for understaffing) and after 45 minutes, we asked for the check and left before dinner arrived. My advice? DO NOT GO HERE!!!!!
- A disappointment this timeduckBdarnedDined on 10/17/2014I have been to The Rivers before and had a memorable experience in every way. This time I did not enjoy the food. The bacon-wrapped duck was dry and chewy-- and I normally LOVE duck. A little more fat trimmed would have worked better-- and maybe a nice sauce over the crispy bacon cover.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Rivers Edge DiningMarkogolfsDined on 9/26/2014The restaurant felt inviting from the minute you walked in the front door. We chose to dine outside on the terrace overlooking the river so we never spent much time inside but you could tell the patrons at the bar and in the dining areas were enjoying themselves. it was just a very pleasant atmosphere. The restaurant is perched right on the edge of the river with the gentle sound of rushing water below. Our server was very friendly with just the right amount of attention to see to our needs. The food was excellent. We had the trout and the cod and both were prepared and presented at the highest level. The "Decadence" cake for desert was to die for and satisfied us both. I would definitely make a return visit when in Glenwood Springs again.Special Features:
- off the beaten path...roccoDined on 9/25/2014Rivers is about a mile from downtown Glenwood, situated above the river (hence the name?!). It was a warm fall evening so chose to eat on the deck. The menu has a wide variety of choices, prices are right, and the food itself is excellent!Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Nice meal and good serviceWilliamDined on 9/22/2014We went fairly late on a weekday, so not much of a crowd. Atmosphere was good, although because it was after dark we really didn't get the benefit of the scenic riverside setting. Staff was friendly, attentive and knowledgeable. Sirloin steak was decent (although a bit overcooked), side dishes were nice, and vegetable lasagna was very good.I would recommend this to a friend.
- Great TimeOpenTable Diner Since 2010Dined on 9/22/2014We made birthday reservations for my Wife. The Rivers was a great find ...it didn't disappoint.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Casual Dining & Good SteaksJudgyCookDined on 9/14/2014We had a lovely time at the Rivers! The staff were so friendly and the service was spot on. The food was also very good and creative. The prices were much more reasonable than I expected, as well. Actually, a fairly inexpensive restaurant. Some of the other diners were loud and obnoxious and the atmosphere was much more casual than I expected, but overall a nice time.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Super Supper!cbboxmanDined on 9/7/2014After a weeklong stay in Glenwood Springs, we dined our last night at The Rivers restaurant. We had been there 10 years ago on our last trip though the area (we're from Iowa). The quality was terrific then and even better now! Lots of healthy menu items, some gluten-free. We had the trout and buffalo meatloaf. . . both extremely tasty, large portions and side dishes of cooked veggies and potato or rice. We sat along the railing near the river and enjoyed the changing light and river views. We highly recommend this dining experience.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Anniversary dinnercopiDined on 9/6/2014Lovely spot on the Roaring Fork River. Loved the white tablecloths. Very attentive service. Bacon wrapped duck and blackened filet, both very good. Carrot cake was outstanding, chocolate cake was excellent. Decent wine list. We chose to eat inside as it does get chilly once the sun goes down but what a nice dining deck. Would definitely go back.Special Features:
- Fabulous!OpenTable Diner Since 2014Dined on 8/31/2014We had a family gathering to celebrate a birthday, it was an event that called for great food, a place we could visit and treat our mother like a queen. The Rivers did a fabulous job of all that!Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- SusanVIPDined on 8/28/2014Best meal we had in Glenwood Springs; especially enjoyed the corn soup.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Good food at a reasonable priceboulderfoodieDined on 8/13/2014Lovely restaurant on the river. We sat inside which was very charming with linen. Outside was more casual. The only issue I had was the $10 mac & cheese on the kids menu that looked exactly like what I make out of a box. For $10 something homemade would have been nice or charge less for the out of the box version.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- The following 141 reviews are from the Rivers Restaurant reviews archive.
- DisappointingHeatherDined on 7/24/2014We went to enjoy a great meal and friends. The food was cold and the potatoes had so much garlic the vampires will leave us alone for a long time. It was expensive for such a poor meal. The atmosphere is beautiful.Special Features:
- Don SDonSDined on 7/18/2014The food and ambience were great. The service could use a little fine tuning. We will be back and recommend Rivers to our friends.Special Features:
- A Family FavoriteZilkerGirlDined on 7/17/2014We love this restaurant because it is a family favorite, but we keep going back because the food & service are so good!Special Features:
- Down the RiversOpenTable Diner Since 2009Dined on 7/11/2014Rivers was a confusing southern, meet bachelor party, meet wanna be formal fine dining. Fish and Chips was excellent. Service was terrible and ambiance was confusing. Very loud.
- Million dollar viewColoradofoodDined on 7/3/2014The owners must not know what they have. This restaurant sits right on the banks of the Roaring Fork River, offering its patrons an incredible view. Unfortunately, all the tell-tale signs of a struggling enterprise totally ruined our experience. The restaurant is very poorly manicured and improperly maintained. The atmosphere and menu items are dated. Very few people were there. Our server was kind of awkward. The wine was over-poured and there were several staff members just sitting around playing on their phones (including what appeared to be the manager). The men's room was not clean and had graffiti on the wall. The list goes on and on. I'm not sure why we stayed. We would not visit Rivers Restaurant again in its current condition.Special Features:
- Early bird wine and dinecoupleluv2dineDined on 7/3/2014We searched Google for a restaurant in GWS and it came up with Rivers. We took the chance hoping it would be a good restaurant and we were so glad we went. Place was lovely and staff was great! The food was excellent along with the choices of wines. Definitely will recommend this place.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- A must goLindaVIPDined on 6/29/2014We had Sunday brunch and everything was great. The table overlooked the Rio Grande River. The menu included both breakfast and lunch items, which were all very creative. My husbands crabby benedict was yummy and my salmon salad was looked with salmon, vegetables and dried fruits. Our server was very attentive.Special Features:
- 15th wedding anniversary dinnerTandMzDined on 6/26/2014We sat out on the patio overlooking the river. It was a beautiful, romantic setting. The good was lovely and the service was excellent. We had the steamed mussels for our appitizer. They were perfectly steamed and in a delicious beer based sauce. The fish and chips were both very fresh and tasty. Hubby ended up getting the corn chowder and a garden salad. He really enjoyed both. Excellent resturant!Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Good food and a great view.OpenTable Diner Since 2014Dined on 6/26/2014My husband and I came here on our honeymoon. We really enjoyed the local Colorado food and the great view of the river.Special Features:
- Excellent Dining ExperiencePeterJDined on 6/5/2014Our table was ready when we arrived. We sat out on the deck with a beautiful backdrop of the river and mountains. The food was excellent and reasonably priced. The service very good and friendly. The restaurant was beautifully decorated. We had a wonderful experience. The only negative was that there was a large group having dinner inside and they were very noisy. We were glad that we sat outside. We will return here the next time we are in Glenwood Springs.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Still ExceptionalFun2dineDined on 6/1/2014I used to work at this restaurant from 1987-'91 when it was named Penelope's... I loved it then & still love it now! You can't beat the view from the deck, the whole building is gorgeous & the staff very friendly. We ended up having drinks & dessert on the deck on a Saturday night then came back for brunch on Sunday... had the delicious Prime Rib hash, every bit as good as I remembered!Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Best part is the deckAVanVIPDined on 5/31/2014We were able to sit on the deck, which was the best part. The service was horrible, the server was awkward and inattentive. We asked our server and the manager for more butter and were ignored. Our glasses remained empty and he never asked about the food. Friends of mine ordered the lobster tail and it was under cooked as was the salmon. He rattled off the specials but gave gave no prices. I ordered the halibut special, it looked horrible, but tasted pretty good. The prime rib was over cooked and the ahi tuna looked grey. He even added items to our bill that we did not order. I informed the manager, while she took off our bottle of wine her reception was less than apologetic.
- 25th anniversaryDupedinglenwoodDined on 5/17/2014When I booked the reservation, I stated it was our 25th wedding anniversary but nothing was said or done. I couldn't even get a second glass of wine. The waitress asked if I wanted another & took the glass & we waited. Then my husband told the waitress & she said she forgot & was busy. And that was that, we couldn't wait to pay the bill & get out.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Nice Mom's Day Brunch!JTFreeDined on 5/11/2014We really enjoyed our brunch on Mother's Day. Good food. attentive service and kickbutt mimosa's! We'll definitely return soon.Special Features:
- wonderful riverfront diningriverambianceDined on 5/4/2014My wife an I had an enjoyable dinner along the Roaring Fork River!Special Features:
- On Topchoice1Dined on 4/26/2014My family and I spend time in Glenwood and every time we dine at Rivers. Best food and staff. Our number ONE choice.Special Features:
- Great Food!duetfreakDined on 4/26/2014The food at The Rivers was some of the best food I have ever eaten! We went for my boyfriend's birthday, and they made it a special night! I will go back anytime we go to Glennwood!Special Features:
- Easter brunchKarenazooDined on 4/20/2014The staff were so pleasant even though working at lightning speed to serve and re-set tables on a very busy day. The special dishes prepared for that day were delicious and presented beautifully. What a pleasant experience! Thank you!!Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- ServiceOpenTable Diner Since 2014Dined on 4/20/2014Eleven of our family members made Easter reservations for lunch and upon arrival the table was not ready. The hostess asked if we wanted to sit outside and never explained that it would be very sunny or that the tables outside were not as beautifully decorated as the ones on the inside. Personally, for an Easter event the inside tables were elegant and nice and we were taken outside to 3 connecting tables (one with a table cloth and the other 2 without) in a very hot environment with 4 kids ranging from 3 to 10. Silverware was not even set up. Hmmm.... For our FIRST time there I was highly disappointed. Waitress was nice and food OK.......we ordered the crepes, prime rib hash, and french toast.Special Features:
- Good food but totally understaffed.rrfi5Dined on 4/20/2014We booked this restaurant for Easter Brunch for 12pm. When we arrived there was a long line and no hostess to be found. About 5 minutes later (12.05) she came and found our reservation and told us to wait. My husband went to get a drink at the bar. Finally at 12.30 we were seated, and my husband although seated at the bar was never served a drink. The barman was simply too busy with table drinks - not good. After we were seated it took 8 minutes for the waitress (after we finally asked for one)to take our drink order and another 10 mins for us to get it. The food was good and the waitress was nice the place was just understaffed and the wait staff and barman just could not give good service which just made our Easter lunch very frustrating.
- Rivers ExperiencecoolbeansVIPDined on 4/16/2014Consistency is a key for the Rivers, they continue to provide high end dining experiences.Special Features:
- Great food!table4fourDined on 3/27/2014We were on vacation in glenwood and wanted some American game meat. We looked up this restaurant on open table, my wife wanted the meatballs but apparently they don't have those anymore, so she tried the bison meatloaf which was delicious and full of flavor. I had the lamb dish and is was also very rich in flavors abs did not disappoint. My son had The Elk quesadilla and he also loved it. Food was great, service seemed a little rushed. The view we had of the river right outside our window was beautiful. Overall, it was good and I recommend it to anyone who is in the glenwood springs area.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Special family dinner!SeafoodfanaticVIPDined on 3/23/2014I was happy to be able to make a reservation for Rivers since the town of Glenwood Springs was overflowing with families on Spring break. We met my dad, stepmom and niece there as they had just made it to town and the place was fairly empty. We wondered if that was a foreboding of a poor dinner experience, but we were very pleasantly mistaken! The 6 of us who dined enjoyed our meals of prime rib, buffalo meatloaf, shrimp fettuccini, and lamb osso bucco. Delicious! My stepmom even asked the chef to come out to take a bow! Our server, Kim, was excellent. The restaurant is a lovely place and in the summer it would be so nice to sit outside to enjoy the mountain views and the river. We highly recommend this restaurant and will be back!Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- GoodNotoriousDined on 3/22/2014A quality meal at a quality restaurant in a nice setting. The food was good but not extraordinary, perhaps a bit over-priced. But the atmosphere is great, a classic fine-dining aura. Service was very good, but not over the top. I particularly liked the selection of Scotch available.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Great standby place when in GlenwoojaybartVIPDined on 3/13/2014My wife and I just love this place. Always treated right and the food is great!Special Features:


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Bozeman hotel with an indoor pool
Situated in Bozeman, this hotel is close to Bridger Creek Golf Course, Gallatin County Pioneer Museum, and Emerson Centre for the Arts and Culture. Local attractions also include Lindley Park and Montana Arboretum and Gardens.
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Recreational amenities at La Quinta Inn & Suites Bozeman include an indoor pool and a fitness center. Other amenities include complimentary wireless Internet access and laundry facilities.
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La Quinta Inn & Suites Bozeman features an indoor pool and a fitness center. Public areas are equipped with complimentary high-speed wireless Internet access. This hotel offers access to a business center and a meeting room. Guests can enjoy a complimentary breakfast. Event facilities measure 892 square feet (80 square meters). Complimentary self parking is available on site.
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- One meeting room
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- Number of buildings/towers - 1
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2800 Renaissance Park Place
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Fusion / EclecticPrice: $31 to $50
- Dining Style: Fine Dining
- Website: http://www.ancuisines.com/
- Phone: (919) 677-9229
- Hours of Operation:
Lunch: Monday - Friday: 11:00am - 2:30PM; Dinner: Monday - Saturday: 5:00pm - 10:00pm
- Payment Options: AMEX,Diners Club,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
- Cuisine: Fusion / Eclectic
- Executive Chef: Steven D Greene
- Dress Code: Business Casual
- Accepts Walk-Ins: Yes
- Additional Details: Banquet/Private Rooms, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Fireplace, Full Bar, Gluten-free Menu, Non-Smoking Area, Non-Smoking Restaurant, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Personal wines welcome, Personal wines welcome (corkage fee applies), Private Room, Smoking Area, Smoking Area (patio only), Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
- Private Party Facilities: ãn provides the perfect setting for your special event. Whether it's an important board meeting, sales meeting or family celebration, our 2 beautifully decorated Wine Rooms offer an intimate backdrop for any occasion. We customize a menu to fit your needs and provide detailed service for parties of 10 or more.
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AN, which means "to dine" in Vietnamese, showcases an array of exquisite flavors that blends traditional Asian ingredients with modern European influences. Executive Chef Steven Devereaux Greene crafts dishes that show his culinary passions and styling of East meets West. His approach is to harness unique and local products to transform them into his vision of elegant simplicity. All of the ingredients, dishes, and approach is to create a memorable experience for you and your palate.Continued
AN, features a sushi bar and raw bar, which adds another dimension to the various delights offered here. A meal would not be complete without an Asian inspired cocktail or glass of wine from our award winning wine list.
AN, features a sushi bar and raw bar, which adds another dimension to the various delights offered here. A meal would not be complete without an Asian inspired cocktail or glass of wine from our award winning wine list.
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- Diners' Choice WinnerBest Overall
- Diners' Choice WinnerBest Ambiance
- Diners' Choice WinnerBest Food
an reviews from OpenTable diners
159 reviews since August 1, 2014
- Food4.6Service4.6
- Ambiance4.6Noise LevelModerate
fit for foodies (117)special occasion (115)romantic (68)good for groups (60)notable wine list (53)neighborhood gem (33)great for lunch (33)hot spot (19)great for outdoor dining (13)vibrant bar scene (10)late-night find (6)great for brunch (1)Show More
- OpenTable Diner Since 2014Dined on 11/24/2014Amazing food with amazing service! Great for a special occasion.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- daisymaeDined on 11/24/2014Great food, even when dietary constraints make it hard to eat out.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- A real treatnickname4Dined on 11/21/2014An never disappoints! The food was wonderful, the service was excellent. A great spot for a special night out.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- one of the best in RaleighseattlewoosVIPDined on 11/20/2014I was surprised to find An which has great fusion style but also not losing the authentic touch. I have been there for lunch, and dinner. Quality of the food and service are consistent. This is a place i I to dine every time I am in town, either by my own or with friends and colleagues 😊Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Finally Amazing Asian food in NC!KKVVDined on 11/15/2014Innovative flavor combinations and a true understanding of Asian cuisine (rare for the area!) makes An very special indeed. Add impeccable service and you have an absolute gem. Pick what you like, everything on the menu is stellar!Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- OpenTable Diner Since 2011Dined on 11/14/2014I was disappointed with this dining experience. The service was mediocre and the food was decent, but not mesmerizing as it has been in the past. The atmosphere was disrupted by the staff mopping, cleaning & stacking chairs on top of tables prior to my table completing their entrees at 1030pm.Special Features:
- Best SushiParsleyDined on 11/13/2014New to Cary and wanted to take visiting family member somewhere nice on her last night. We were blown away by how fabulous the sushi was. Modern interpretation, supreme quality together with all the little extra touches (edamame hummus, warm scallion biscuits and coconut dinner rolls) made for a delicious meal. This will now be our go to sushi place. The rest of the menu looked fab too.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Superb...TCWilsonDined on 11/4/2014...as always. An delivers. Always pleased I have made the choice to dine here with friends or colleagues.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Would not returnOpenTable Diner Since 2014Dined on 10/29/2014A lot of time has been spent on presentation and not much time on the food itself. When asking the waitress what she would describe the food as, she had no response. It seems to be too many flavors thrown together on each entree. We went with three guests and tried each other's entree-same response by everyone. Nice place from atmosphere however so many more choices locally that have better food, more choices and are better value
- dinner4twoDined on 10/25/2014We went there for a birthday dinner. The food was outstanding, but the noise was terrible. A crying baby was seated right beside us...not a place to take SMALL children.Special Features:
- OpenTable Diner Since 2009Dined on 10/24/2014Amazing food! This is a great place for sushi beginners. I have no complaints except that I wish it were a bit less expensive. I understand you have to pay more for good fresh fish but it makes so you can really only go there for very special occasions.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Top QualityJeffInRaleighDined on 10/24/2014Excellent service, amazing food, beautiful atmosphere: you really couldn't ask for more!Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- An never disappointshardtopleaseDined on 10/20/2014An is always great - food, service, everything! The lunch menu is very diverse and offers wonderful choices for reasonable prices.Special Features:
- great food but arrogant attitude.rogerwDined on 10/15/2014great food...probably the best in Cary. Shame about the arrogant attitude of the greeter and server.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Absolutely FABULOUS!!!OpenTable Diner Since 2014Dined on 10/14/2014Our server made great suggestions and was so incredilby charming! He made our experience as great as the food.Special Features:
- Wonderful ExperienceLindylouDined on 10/11/2014Recently celebrated out Anniversary here.....it IS a bit on the pricey side but well worth the money. Fantastic service, tasty well presented food. Interesting and different menu. Would definitely go back.Special Features:
- OpenTable Diner Since 2014Dined on 10/10/2014Outdoor eating area was pleasant but noisy with road traffic. Also another table had another diner full of himself and broadcast his boasting through the outside eating area. We asked to be moved inside and staff quickly and pleasantly moved us inside. Air conditioning was cranking so be prepared with shawl or jacket.Special Features:
- Food Amazing, very pricey!wisewomanDined on 10/10/2014Love the indoor decorating, we were put at a table right near the door so we got all the traffic coming and going, fortunately it was lunch so not too busy. Really thought the food was just perfect, everything we ordered was delicious. I do think the food prices are high and I don't like that you only serve wine by the glass. We were there for a birthday and told our waiter but no free dessert or anything to celebrate. I would love to go back but only for a special occasion.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- YumOpenTable Diner Since 2014Dined on 10/9/2014Excellent meal and excellent atmosphere. Loved it. Thank you.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Yum-OFoodismyfriendDined on 10/9/2014I always enjoy having a business lunch at An. Loved the beef lo mein bento box!Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Always great foodAndyDined on 10/6/2014The food never dissapoints. However, this night, the service was slow and lacking. Had to remind wait staff of drink orders etc. It was stated from the staff "a light night for reservations, sent one bartender home". What ever the real story, we will return again.Special Features:
- Outstanding!OpenTable Diner Since 2014Dined on 10/3/2014We celebrated our 14th anniversary at An. It was outstanding.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Not vegetarian FriendlyFoodie1Dined on 10/3/2014We were in a group of 6...and wanted to add 2 people so we called in advance and they were not very accommodating but when we went to the restaurant it was half empty. Also the menu is not vegetarian friendly at all so we asked the chef to see what he can do and the answer was "we are low in inventory so we cannot accommodate". This is the first time I have heard that in a restaurant in Raleigh. Will not go there again and do not recommend for vegetarians...Special Features:
- Amazing Date NightJonesyDined on 10/2/2014My boyfriend and I had the simply amazing eight course dinner here. It is an experience that can- and will- be remembered for years to come. It's certainly not for the faint of heart! But a rich and enjoyable experience beyond anything I've ever experienced before.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Pleasant dining experiencemleCaryDined on 9/29/2014We enjoyed our dinner at An. We were entertaining guests from out of town and all of us thought the restaurant was well appointed and the food was delicious. There were some traditional menu choices as well as some more exotic ones. If you're in the mood for Asian food or sushi, give it An try.Special Features:
- the seafood was very freshHappyFeetDined on 9/27/2014It was a treat to go to a restaurant and get fresh seafood the triangle area of NC.Special Features:
- great experienceDineDeliciousDined on 9/25/2014excellent food and top notch service. The sweet and sour prawns are always perfectly done and they have an excellent beer selection.Special Features:
- Amazing place to show offYummyDined on 9/24/2014Memorable, delicious and interesting. The sommelier was entertaining and knowledgeable.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Awesome eveningwow2dinehereDined on 9/22/2014This is one of our favorites, consistent great service from the reception when you first walk in through the entire dinning experience. This is where we go when we want quiet personal time or when we want to "one-up" our friends.Special Features:
- We'll be back!fjb0501Dined on 9/20/2014Enjoyed our meal so very much. Texture, flavor, creative & enticing were just a few word to describe all 4 courses. Coming back but we're bringing friends. Can't stop talking about our experience.Special Features:
- Wonderful tastekanddmamaDined on 9/19/2014Every dish we had was 4 or 5 star! Small touches like the place setting and the palate cleanser just added to the experience at this beautiful restaurant. I'm already planning on returning!Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Fantastic fusion cuisineBlueDevilDined on 9/19/2014Highly recommended. We have been there twice and the food is amazing. The ambiance is outstanding.Special Features:
- Special requirementsfrancieDined on 9/19/2014One person was a vegetarian. One needed gluten free and was allergic to nuts. I am allergic to shellfish. An was able to modify dishes to please all of us.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Lovely date nightBman143Dined on 9/18/2014Great food and service. Definitely will be back soonSpecial Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Worthy of the driveBillDined on 9/16/2014How far would you drive for dinner? If you are like us and want exceptional pan Asian food in a great environment, An is worthy of almost three hours round trip. Not your everyday Chinese food! Our choice was the sea bass for my wife and Singapore noodles for me - both outstanding. Sushi appetizers, and a nice Wine completed the experience. Of my hundreds of Asian dining experiences around the world, this in my personal top five.Special Features:
- AmazingAmazingDined on 9/13/2014An is an amazing Asian restaurant that combines beauty, exceptional service and 5 star cuisine. Outstanding experience!!Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Ambiance is fantastic!DisappointedDined on 9/12/2014This restaurant has excellent food, attentive wait staff and lovely ambiance. Thanks!Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Wonderful food!luv2dineDined on 9/10/2014Food was wonderful and service on the spot! Had a great evening!Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- An Wins AgainJHG8VIPDined on 9/9/2014yet another fine dining experience. Each time we visit, it impresses us, particularly with the level of superb service. The wine list, particularly the Italian and French choices are very well priced for the quality.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- fun lunch with frienddinoDined on 9/9/2014I had another delicious meal at An. I brought an out-of-town friend, and she thought it was amazing! We came for an early lunch, so the noise level was much lower than when I've been before at night. The sea bass and rice soup was so light and fresh! The Korean Fried Chicken had a crunchy, flavorful crust. We shared the Tropical dessert, with flavors of lime, white chocolate, and more! I use any event as an excuse to come dine at An!Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.


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There's a medical reason: An unvaccinated 4-year-old with whooping cough in a doctor's waiting room could infect a young infant who hasn't yet been vaccinated. Some doctors say they don't want to put their other patients at unnecessary risk. While numerous studies have shown no increased risk of autism from vaccines, many parents remain concerned.
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Secondly, all pediatricians that I go to almost always have had a separate block of time devoted to infants for well child visits and sick visits so they don't interact with older kids who are sick and could be more contagious to the vulnerable infants, or other pediatricians have had separate waiting areas for them.
I respect that doctors can pick and choose patients, just like I can pick and choose my doctor. I think it should be mentioned that most parents that delay or do not do vaccinations are highly educated and research their position and their reasons for vaccinating, and while I know that my doctor went to medical school, that does not mean they are always 100% up on the most recent research and studies on vaccinations and the pressure of the medical companies coming in giving them things isn't always the best way to judge what is the best thing to prescribe to a patient IMO. We rarely have a need to go to the doctor, we go in once a year for well child visits, sports physicals for the older one, and once in a while possibly an ear infection, strep throat or something else, but overall, usually the unvaccinated children (from what I have seen and experienced) are also some of the healthiest kids. Just my two cents.
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What should I send my sister living overseas?
My sister is living in Taiwan teaching English for a year. She missed good 'ol American food, but when I asked her what I could send her from home she couldn't really think of anything. Most packaged foods (candy, chips, etc.) is actually available there - it's the real food that she is longing for. I would be sending her a package via Priority mail, which would probably take a week or two to get to her. She does not cook very much but she does have a large toaster oven and some type of frying pot (she has tried explaining it to me but I don't understand what it it). Any fun ideas?
It's always the small things from home that you miss when you least expect it. Peanut butter, waffles, breakfast sausage, etc. I reckon there must be some brand names that she can't get in Taiwan to which she's partial. Maybe some Mint Milanos, Pringles or Hershey's chocolate syrup.
re: JungMann
My British colleagues like Mexican stuff (spices, peppers, etc), and peanut M&M's for some reason.
An American who works for my company but lives in Germany makes sure that when someone goes to Europe on business, they bring Nestle's toll house morsels, as she can't find an equivalent there.
re: coney with everything
You mean she takes CHOCOLATE to Germany? I've heard everything.
Hint: to make chocolate chips - chip them - or simply chop them up.
re: lagatta
Toll House cookes are not Toll House cookies without Toll House morsels - much as I agree with your general premise about the chocolate. I believe that MakingSense actually posted elsewhere about also bringing US flour and sugar from Miami to Latin America in order to replicate the Toll House cookie! There is something about living abroad - however wonderful, exciting and eye opening it is - that sometimes makes you crave things that taste "just like home."
re: MMRuth
Yep, I really did cart flour and sugar to Latin America just for Toll House Cookie for my kids - and the Nestle's chips too. Chipping chocolate does NOT work for the "authentic" thing if you grew up with them in the States and my kids knew the difference.
I also bring Nestle's Toll House Morsels to our former au pairs in Europe every time I visit. They fell in love with the "real" Toll House Cookies here and just won't accept substitutes.
This is NOT about chocolate, it's about Toll House Cookies.
re: MakingSense
So, to help the OP - are you sure Priority Mail takes that long? I wonder how a box of frozen Toll House Cookies made by you might fare!
re: MMRuth
Priority mail will likely take less than 5 business days. I often mail photographs overseas in the 10x12 GP cardboard mailers. If I mail on Friday, they often arrive in the UK by Monday and Hong Kong well within a week. Assuming that a larger box won't take any more time, you could reasonable expect the package to get to the Orient in less than a week. GP is very reliable.
re: chocolatetartguy
Uh, depends on where you're mailing from, too. It can take a few days to get to whichever coast they go through, then depending on whether the recipient is in rural Taiwan or Taipei could make a difference. I'm still bitter about the priority mail packages that took four and six weeks to get from Seattle to Bhutan, USPS' estimate of 6 to 10 business days was WAYYYY off, it took ten days for one box to get to the east coast. I feel like my mail is not their priority after all, even for $37 postage, grrr.
Things I'm missing in landlocked Asia are good cheese, the variety of American supermarket produce, wine in bars...the kinds of things that don't ship.
re: MMRuth
I have lived in several countries. I'm sure there are things I miss from Québec but I'd have to give it a think...
Please don't laugh but I've lived overseas and the darnedest things aren't available and when you miss them most are the holidays when you have to have those traditional foods that you only make once a year from the recipe on the back of the can.
I know this will sound terribly un-Chowhound but it's only once a year...
Canned Pumpkin for pie. The recipe uses Libby's canned pumpkin and evaporated milk. In some countries, you can't even find an acceptable substitute for American pumpkins and if she doesn't cook much she's not going to go beyond the back-of-the-can recipe anyway.
Green Bean Casserole has to have French's Fried Onions and Campbell's Cream of Mushroom Soup. Send along Libby's canned green beans anyway.
Graham crackers for any other pie she might want to make. I have no idea why these are so hard to find outside of the USofA.
Marshmallows for the sweet potatoes which she can probably find.
Wild rice for a holiday meal. Even if you send the Uncle Ben's White and Wild mixed. It will be a nice change and if she has Asian friends for a holiday meal, it's a way to integrate their necessary rice into an American native grain product.
Corn Bread Mix.
Stuffing Mix.
Canned Cranberry Sauce, whole and jellied.
Canned whole corn and creamed corn with directions for a "corn pudding."
Pecans or walnuts - whichever your family traditionally prefers.
A packet of gravy mix. (OK, I know that stuff is pretty bad but she may not have any other way to make gravy and what's Thanksgiving without gravy?)
Anything else your family always HAS to have.
Your sister should be able to put together a pretty funny, half-way decent Thanksgiving meal for herself and a few American and Taiwanese friends with your CARE package and some chicken from the local market.
I know some of this stuff sounds like dreadful convenience foods but sometimes for nostalgic holidays like T'giving, when you're far from home with friends who are also far from home, they make you feel a little less far away.
re: MakingSense
Great ideas. When I lived overseas as a kid - and even though we hadn't yet lived in the States, only visited, we craved Wonderbread with Skippy peanut butter and oreos!
re: MMRuth
That sounds a lot like the list of items I missed as a kid overseas- Wonder Bread just had that spongy, light quality to it that did not exist in European sliced bread market- and Skippy peanut butter with GRAPE jelly. In Sweden, where I grew up, grape jelly did not exist, and we had to eat our PB sandwiches with strawberry jam. It's just not the same. We also had to bring back Duncan Hines cake mixes for all of our neighbors whenever we visited the States- they couldn't get enough of it!
re: MakingSense
And molasses for gingerbread.
re: MakingSense
All of the above can be found at Jason Supermarket located at the basement in Taipei 101. I don't underestand why people think peanut butter would be hard to find - it's on EVERY supermarket's shelves in Taiwan (Skippy brand). Everyone eats it.
For more information on what can or cannot be found in Taiwan - visit http://www.forumosa.com/taiwan/viewfo...
I strongly encourage your sister to spend some time on that forum. Very useful!
Agree with MakingSense. My list for an American living overseas long enough to long but not long enough to forget: peanut butter, saurkraut, canned pumpkin, canned cranberry sauce, dried cranberries, can of Campbell's cream of mushroom, can of Chef Boyardee raviolli, cornmeal...
Similarly, send me saurkraut, masaharina/masaseca, corn husks, peanut butter, aburage, frozen mochi, canned and packed Japanese vegetable pickles, ume, mole, canned cranberry sauces, dried mushrooms from everywhere, cheeses from Italy, dried fish, smoked fish, smoked eel, caviar, ........aaakkk!
re: Sam Fujisaka
When I lived in Rome, it was peanut butter, American jelly (alas no longer as good since they introduced corn syrup) and graham crackers. Popping corn, too.
When I was in Europe my favorite things to get in care packages were peanut butter, maple syrup, marshmallows, Reeses' and Girl Scout cookies.
Having lived overseas I can relate to the elation of getting care packages from home. Now my daughter lives overseas and the torch has passed to me to be the shipper. Some of the things she craves are bottles of various hot sauces, jars of nopales, bags of masa, Patak's curries, and cans of thai curry paste to name a few.
Each breakable item is wrapped in bubble wrap and all items go into individual foodsaver bags. That way, if anything breaks, there is no leakage.
A few weeks ago, I vacuum packed some sliced Jamon de Serrano (prohibited to send to their locations) and placed it in a false bottom I created in the shipping box. The vacuum packaging keeps the aroma from being detected and they didn't seem to notice the false bottom of the box.
What a nice sibling! 5 years ago when I was living in Japan, my mom sent me a stuffing mix. It is easy enough to get celery and onions and butter. Now that I'm here again I ask for things like different kinds of mustards (here I can only find french), cheerios, gum (orbitz), and kashi granola bars. My brother always asks for pepperoni. I don't know if your sister likes Mac and cheese, but box type things and are light to ship and easy for her to prepare might be fun. Oh, I thought of one other thing. We always used to get handmade chocolates from a local shop near my house growing up, so I ask for those chocolates during holidays. We can get great imported chocolate here, but I miss the local things. If you have any kind of local goods from your area, it would be great to send her those to remind her of home. Oh and as someone mentioned before, I ask for spices. For some reason I can't find tarragon here.
re: taryn
I lived in Japan for 10 years and I remember the time my MIL sent me some avacados. Two things we couldn't get in Japan were avacados (about 4 buck each on the economy) and cilantro.
Now my daughter sends me Georgia canned coffee, Meiji chocolate almonds, and weird flavors of Calbe potato chips.
re: bkhuna
Sometimes it is still hard to find cilantro, but I bought a plant at a nursery this summer, so I am growing my own now. I send home Meiji chocolate almonds too :)
So many great ideas! Please keep them coming! I really like the Thanksgiving meal suggestion. I need to pin her down and figure out what she can get there. She lives in a fairly large, modern city in Taiwan.
I looked on the USPS website - it says Priority Mail takes 6-10 business days. It would be great if it happened to get there sooner - but I am going to err on the side of caution and assume that whatever I send her will get to her 2 weeks later.
I remember when I spent a couple months overseas, my sister-in-law sent us Ranger cookies, which were such a delight. Can anyone recommend a cookie or baked good that I can make and won't be stale by the time it gets to her 2 weeks later?
re: seconds
When I was in Honduras...an island off of Honduras actually, I missed beef. Really good beef...and vegetables! I craved a great salad.
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coconut macaroons...anything with lots of moisture
re: PeterL
Yes, that has also been my families' experience. Dairy products in general and cheese in particular. Don't know if you can ship that though.
10 years ago my cousin lived in Japan. He most missed goldfish crackers, fig newtons,
Hellman's mayo, and a brand of cinnamon flavored chewing gum whose name escapes me.
Taiwan is an affluent and developed country and my suspicion is that EVERYTHING is available there, but many particular American products like say a box of stove top stuffing, can of cranberry sauce, etc. are really expensive there because they are imported. If she were in a developing country, she would be missing out on a lot, but not in Taiwan.
I know you want to surprise her, but perhaps it wouldn't hurt to ask in this case.
re: luckyfatima
I can't speak for Taiwan but assuming just because a country is affluent that they will have American products is possibly incorrect. I live in Canada which is affluent & right next to the US. You would think we would have most American products but sadly....No.
re: luckyfatima
Imports are expensive and they're also in limited supply. It's doubtful that the OP's sister has a regular craving for cranberry sauce (who does?) so when she suddenly realizes she's going to do T'giving for a few friends, it might have all disappeared from shelves.
I was suggesting doing a Thanksgiving CARE package of the corny traditional foods that sort of cross regional and cultural preferences in the US.
An instant Taste of Home for people far away on a holiday. Not gourmet but they'll laugh.
Even in the most developed countries, people miss their homelands. Europeans can't find things in the US; we can't find things in Europe. It's the strangest small things that you don't expect until you or your kids want them and they are nowhere to be found in the entire country you're living in. You never expect it until you're stuck without it.
re: luckyfatima
I know that there used to be a significant American military presence in Taiwan, don't know if that's still true. But where there are American military families, there is a commissary with ALMOST everything you'd find in a typical American grocery store.
My dad was career military, and when we lived in Germany, the commissary had everything except SweetTarts and red licorice. Guess what everyone craved and had their friends send when they went back home...
re: coney with everything
Usually though non-military personel don't have access - we lived in Germany and father didn't work for the military and we coveted the American lunches brought by the military kids (went to the military school).
Maple products may not be available there. Vermont Country Store has some powdered maple that you add water to; would be easy to send. Pure maple sugar candy shapes. Real maple sugar....Actually, when I lived abroad as a girl what I longed for was American soda crackers (saltines) but they may not fare well in mailing...we used to beg them from visiting American Navy ships when we took on-board tours.
This might sound really weird, as it's not food, per se....but plastic wrap/foil/zip top bags/tuperware.
When I lived in Europe (my sister, as well), these products were really expensive. I like to cook with the intention of leftovers for lunch or whatnot, and having these things around is really important....but, they are really expensive and/or not available easily everywhere.
So one or two of those things might help her keep what she does cook, fresh - including ingredients and leftovers.
ETA: for what it's worth, my friends in denmark always ask for organic peanut butter.
re: Jeserf
We have plastic wrap...that sticks to itself and nothing else. We have ziplock bags that never zip shut.
re: Jeserf
That's funny you should mention that. My wife's cousing from Belgium can to visit us and she loaded up on Zip-lock bags to take home. Said they were too expensive in Belgium.
re: bkhuna
That's because people in other countries actually care about the environment and try to limit their use on plastic bags by charging an arm and a leg for them.
re: lydiainflorida
..pst...i care about the environment, but food storage (i.e. not wasting food) is not limited to plastic wrap - reusable containers are a good thing to send, too. When I put herbs in a plastic ziptop bag, I reuse the bag a few times before recycling. Foil is also recyclable.
They cost a lot because 1) they are imported and 2) there's a VAT on everything.
Some great ideas already....
Cannot stress peanut butter enough. Overseas has gotten better in the last 10 years about this, but it's always a great idea.
Mallomars or other fluff/marshmallow-type substance
Maple sugar/candy/syrup
It really depends on what her comfort foods are. During the times that I've lived in Europe, I've found myself craving things that I actually didn't eat regularly at home, but that were major comfort foods -- chocolate chip cookies, for example, as others have said. I had people send me bags of Ghiradelli chocolate chips (my favorite) and I made them at home.
I'm a Californian, so burritos and other Mexican food were also high on my cravings list. My family sent me tortillas and various chili powders that are impossible to find in Europe.
Find out what she wants when she's feeling homesick, then think of what you'd have to send for her to be able to make it at home. Living abroad is a great time to get into home cooking -- it definitely had that effect for me!
Thanks for all the great ideas! I sent her a package today. I tried to get her to tell me what she would like, but she didn't give me much feedback. Lydiainflorida, that link to the Taiwan forum was extremely helpful - it helped me realize that she has access to a lot of American food there. I ended up not doing a Thanksgiving meal package because she can get a lot of those items there, even though I loved the idea.
I went to the grocery store and picked up some random American things that it looked like she can't get over there - Craisins, Jello chocolate pudding mix, those single serving Crystal Light packets, Ranch dressing packets, Kashi granola bars, a jar of Grey Poupon, a few packets of fancy cocoa mix, Jelly Belly beans, and a Dove chocolate bar. I also made some oatmeal chocolate chip cookies, and wrapped them individually in plastic wrap - I'll have to ask her if they are totally stale or not when she gets them. I also packed a book, a candle, and a pretty candle holder and put those in there too (and a homemade card telling her how much I love her!). Everything was put into Ziploc bags so that the scents don't mingle and in case anything breaks. I will post a follow-up after she gets it and let you know what went over well and what didn't (hopefully she will tell me!).
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