*Hi* everyone! Greetings from lovely San Francisco! I am having a blast here at the FoodBuzz Festival and guess what? I am here as one of the finalists for the Reinvent a Classic french fries competition. My Thai Spiced Baked French Fries could become the next Alexia Foods french fry flavor…with your help.
Please take a moment to cast some votes for yours truly on the Alexia Facebook page now. Thanks and *kisses*
You can vote one time per day until March 30th.
Earlier this year I concepted some new french fry flavor twists and with your help I ended up as a finalist. There were 20 amazing bloggers that came up with original flavor ideas and now we are down to just 4!!
Don’t these fries look delish! They are. Try baking them yourself to find out. The Thai Red Curry Paste I used is from Thai Kitchen in case you want to get your hands on some. A few dashes of cinnamon add to the rainbow of flavors even more. Your house will smell amazing if you bake these fries. Oh and did I mention they are good for you too? The recipe is right here.
I am enjoying walking around this fabulous city with just my iPhone in my hands. It is fun to take quick clicks of little things that inspire. I love the storefronts. Each one tells a unique and colorful story.
Check out Little Bubbles which is next to Little Vine. It is clear that the Little Bubbles Coin Wash was around way before the Little Vine. While washing your wears you can enjoy some fine charcuterie and cheese. Blissful if you ask me.
Also whenever I travel I take random self portraits. This one looks like I am in a steam room, but I am actually in front of a huge window with gobs of beautiful sunlight coming through. *Silly me*
Here are a few more quick city snaps before I redirect you to vote for my Thai Spiced Fries. The Fairmont SF is one of my all time favorite hotels. I stayed there when I attended my first BlogHer Food in 2009. For some reason they upgraded me to the Cambridge Suite. It was sweet.
See that Teuscher 99 chocolate bar? I needed a quick pick me up before the FoodBuzz events. That über dark chocolate bar is a great way for me to get my sweet on and satisfy a chocolate craving. By the way with 1% sweetness this thing is all dark, dreamy and fabulous!
Here is another shot of those french fries so you can have a closer look….
I will be here through tomorrow, exploring the city and meeting new friends. A great & happy time.
Oh by the way. There is me & Chef Tyler Florence.
Tune in for a LIVE cooking demonstration with Chef Tyler Florence tonight, Saturday, Nov. 5 at 7:30 PST streamed right on the Alexia Facebook page. Tyler will also announce the Reinvent a Classic French Fries finalists at this time!
I am posting regular updates from here on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. Stay tuned for more…
You can check out more of my posts from the Alexia Challenge
Going to vote!
Cheers,
Rosa
Me too! 😀
You look aaaaabbbsuuuullluuuuttttellllyyyyyy gorgeous!
And I wish I was there, galavanting around with you, tearing it all up.
Bev…one day we will tear it all up together. You betcha!
Those fries look delicious! Good luck girl & enjoy SF!!
I am off to vote for you now. You deserve the win my dear friend!!!
Glad you’re enjoying yourself up in San Fran, and I love!! the self-portrait and that you have a habit of doing that on trips. A fun tidbit to know. I wish I was there with you rather than just texting back and forth 🙂
I went bloggie prop shopping this afternoon. Wish you and I could be shopping together! 🙂
Btw the voting…not sure how or where to do that? I allowed the App, I clicked “Like” but am not sure where to vote…do you know if it’s open yet ?
Hi! Click on the “Reinvent a Classic” tab…that should take you there.
Hi Marla! Love your Thai Spiced Fries idea – hope you win! Great pic with chef Tyler!
Hi Chris! Thanks for stopping by. It was a really fun event and Tyler is a total sweet heart!
I’m loving your fab cowgirl boots!
Amy, thanks. Any opportunity I have to sport my cowboy boots I do. Glad you like ’em 🙂
Congrats Marla! Looks like a fantastic time!
Those boots could very weill be your good luck charm! If they are not voting for your fries, they will certainly vote for you in those kick-ass boots!
Way to go girl! Congratulations Marla! I will get my little tooshie over and vote. Enjoy SF- one of my favorite cities.
Yay for us meeting this weekend! You know who I’ll be voting for. 🙂
Joanne, I am so happy that we finally met. You are just as awesome as I had always hoped 🙂 Thanks for the votes my friend! xo
Love your iphone pics of the city and am so excited for you! Off to vote!
Thanks Kristin! Gotta tell you it has been a pleasure not toting my big DSLR around. Sometimes it is nice to go quick and light!
I’m voting now! It looks like you had a great time. I love San Francisco. I try to make it there at least once a year!
Allison, I clearly need to do the same. Would love to take my kids too. My daughter would love it!
Looks like your having a great time! Did you give Tyler a smooch for me?
Jennifer I tried. Well, I am actually not going to answer that……#mysterious
You totally ROCK!! Voted for ya pretty girl!
Thanks my friend! Bummed I missed you this time around in SF. Soon we shall meet up. I hope 🙂 xxoo
Good luck marla! You got my vote!
Thanks so much Molly 🙂
Loooove San Francisco and loooove Tyler Florence! His store out in Mill Valley is outstanding. Good luck in the Alexia contest, I will go vote now!
Thanks Kristina! I would love to check out Tyler’s restaurant in Mill Valley. Is there a store too?
Congrats! Lovely photos of SF. Thanks for sharing.
Yay, Marla! I’ll be voting for you! And often! Great pic, btw! Love that natural light blown out.
Hi Mike! Thanks so much my friend. I will need “often” to get a strong hold on this contest. It runs a loooooonnnnggg time! xo
I missed you by a day at the Fairmont – I was there Weds night! Glad you had fun in San Fran.
Love the city (my home town!) Fun trip!
I will definitely vote for you girl. i remember that fry post- simply amazing! Off I go to vote- good luck
You look absolutely gorgeous Marla and I LOVE the red boots!
Glad to hear you had such a wonderful time in SF. Going to vote right now, you totally deserve it!
Thanks Roxana! It was a truly wonderful trip. Glad you like my boots 🙂
1. I think you’re going to win! I can FEEL IT.
2. I LOVE YOUR BOOTS! We’re soul sisters. Bring them to Austin pleeeze.
Just voted! Congrats and good luck with your Thai Spiced Baked French Fries, hopefully we can all get a taste when you’re crowned the winner?