Photo by Kathy Jennings http://www.fineartsamerica.com
Yesterday I made a fruitless trip to town to find “skinny-er” jeans to complement my imagined skinny-er figure. That illusion died an agonizing death as I tried on six different brands. each in one size smaller, and all of them screaming the same thing, “WHO ARE YOU KIDDING LADY!!!!???”
In need of immediate comfort I went for groceries and added heavy whipping cream and sour cream to the basket. Did you know if you combine the two in equal parts and let the mix sit uncovered on the kitchen counter for about 4 hours, you will get the most delightful “clotted cream?”
Clotted cream tastes wonderful on just about everything, and particularly on pumpkin pie. ‘Tis the season after all, but so much for rapid weight loss.
I dragged on home with the groceries and was just about to relax while clotting the cream when the phone rang. It was Bill saying, “Hi Darling. Ooops, I locked my car keys in the gym locker. Would you mind bringing me the extra key?”
You have undoubtedly guessed Bill went to the gym while I was clotting. He has a whole lot more will power than I do. But being the darling wife that I am, I went off to town carrying the extra key to his locker. “Stuff happens.” That’s what they say nowadays right? It used to be “go with the flow.”
Anyway, that made two trips to town and two trips back for my exciting day. Bill also made a trip to town and a trip back. Town is about 15 minutes away. Could that be over an hour driving to and fro?
Did I want to cook dinner? No. And Bill, being the darling husband he is (we are sort of sarcastically gushy you know), suggested we eat out. Another trip to town?
Pink Cadillac
Necessary Rooms
No. We decided to dine at THE PINK CADILLAC. Hence the photos.
My blogging friend, Cindy, from the wilds of Canada, noted for her Photos from the Loony Bin, actually met Bill and me at the Pink Cadillac not so long ago. She was with her QT husband Mikey. They are an adorable couple and we wish they would come back soon.
If Cindy and Mikey stay awhile at the Pink Cadillac they may notice all the pics of old film stars on the walls. It is almost embarrassing that Bill and I can name all of them. James Dean, John Wayne, or Elvis Presley, Vivien Leigh, Jimmy Stewart, Roy Rogers, Gene Autry – they are all there.
If you find yourself in my neck-o-the-woods, plan a stop that will take you back in time to a 1950’s diner called The Pink Cadillac where looking at the walls is a joyful way to wait for your Elvis burger and fries!
And be sure to let me know when you’re coming huh? I’ll meet you at The Pink Cadillac!
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Okay, I am on a diet too. Let’s go have some malts here tomorrow. Do you think they would sell the caddy…Xmas 4 Jim!
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Sounds like a fun place to eat. Burger, fries and a malted, of course. 😉
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The Pink Cadillac is God saying maybe you are sweating the small stuff.
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Blahahaha! I think you have a point there Charlie! 🙂
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There are some things on the menu that merit praise Eliza. A malted might qualify. 🙂 And have you ever had fried cauliflower? Yum.
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Dunno if he would want the Caddy… been out in the weather too long. But I would love to join you for a malt! 🙂
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My sister used to love eating at a restaurant near Minneapolis called Classic Car and it was very similar in appearance to your lovely little restaurant! It’s nice to have places with good food and eclectic décor too!
Nancy
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They don’t build cars like that any more! Looks like a fun place to eat.
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I love places like the Pink Cadillac…such fun! Thanks for sharing your trip, Dor.
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I didn’t know how to make clotted cream which I was served in Scotland with delicious scones and jam. Do you add sugar? Now onto jeans: have you tried Jag jeans, Dor? I really like that brand. But we all have such different body types that what works for me may not for you. Jeans are almost as bad as bathing suits for a depressing shopping experience! And big yes to fried cauliflower.
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QT husband – Bahahaha!! I love it! Oh Dor, how we miss you and the Pink Cadillac and wish we could come back right now. I still have tons of pictures from that wonderful visit, including some from the Pink Cadillac, that I haven’t even posted yet. I must get on that! I was thinking it would be really fun to do a post comparing Foamhenge to the real Stonehenge which we saw this summer :). As for the jeans, you’re not the only one. I keep trying to diet, and then Mikey cooks some huge fabulously fattening meal, and I fall off the wagon once again. I give up on buying new clothes :).
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Clotted cream recipe? You have the most diversified blog. BTW your celery tip works. Having lived in NJ for a while, I just love diners. They make the best breakfasts ever! Just might come down but in nicer weather!
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Try Not your Daughter’s Jeans. I never bought them but the advertising says you wear a size smaller than you normally wear. It may be just the boost you need.
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Hurrah! A size smaller! Thank you for the suggestion Kate. How I do love self deception. 🙂
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Wouldn’t it be fun to get together when you come for a visit? Another reason to wish for spring!
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It’s what keeps us happy!
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When you come for another visit, Mikey will have to cook us a huge fabulously fattening meal! I might go off the wagon anticipating that. 🙂 And the heck with new clothes.
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No sugar added to clotted cream Barbara. I love it too. My first taste was in London at a “high tea” that also featured scones. Just stir the mix occasionally. It’s done when the mix is thick and spreadable. Then refrigerate and enjoy. Jag Jeans? Never heard of them but I will begin a search. My “body type” is hipless and square. Boobs are the only female relief. I hope the “Jags” are made for the oddly shaped older ladies of the world. 🙂
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The Pink Cadillac is a diner I call “funky” and fun! 🙂
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You are right Patti… it’s a fun place to eat. If you’re around with kids, it’s even more fun. They love it.
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Bill and I were upset when they painted the place that bilious pink. It interfered with the rural beauty of the area. Over the years, we have come to accept it as a fun place to take visitors, especially children, and it is very close to VASafari Park and the Natural Bridge.
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He would definitely do that! He has already made three pans of lasagne that are in the freezer and he is working on cabbage rolls today. Then when we go to see my parents after Christmas, there will be two meals my mommy won’t have to cook :). That’s why I keep him around LOL!
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Never had it fried, except in quick stir-fry. Would that be deep fried? Sounds delish. 🙂
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Dor … Now you have me singing Natalie Cole’s version of “Pink Cadillac.” Great fun!
You do know the secret to fitting in those skinnier jeans, right? Get the vanity sizing, stretchy ones. (Not Your Daughter’s Jeans, as mentioned above) is one brand I wear.They’re perfect for the holidays. 😉
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You no doubt got more of a workout than Bill trying on 6 pairs of pants … I’m sweating just thinking about that experience. I’m in love with the Pink Cadillac! Perfect place for your two movie stars to grab a bite.
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I love each and every story you write. I find it fascinating and humorous – perfect combination. 🙂
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What fun decor, in a Mary Kaye kind of way! 🙂
This is a hard season to be a vegan. Oy, will I kind of make it?
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I never thought of Mary Kaye but the Pink Cadillac would be a great “office” for the local rep. And although you can get fried cauliflower there, I would not recommend the place for a vegan! 🙂
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You are definitely “my sunshine!”
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I must remember to remind the Pink Cadillac to post a picture of Bill and me! 🙂
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Yes! Thanks Judy. Someone else recommended “Jag” jeans. I like the idea of stretchy – all the way round. 🙂
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Yes, the one time I had it at the Pink Cadillac it was lightly breaded (almost like Tempura) and I presume deep fried. 🙂
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How lucky you are to have Chef Mikey! My Dad was the cook in our family too. Sometimes I think men make the better cooks. After all, most of the best chefs in the world are male. I say, “More power to ’em.” I personally hate to cook. 🙂
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I am lucky to have him because I hate cooking too. I love the eating part though :).
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Oh gosh, I’d LOVE to meet you at the Pink Cadillac! What a darling place. (I can be gushy too when I want to be!) 😉 And after we eat our Elvis burger and fries (forget that diet, girl!), I’m going back to your house for clotted cream on scones (I’ll bring them) and tea.
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Now that is a PLAN! 🙂
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Ditto! 🙂
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