‘Miscellany’ Archives
“Lutecorn,” “lutecream,” and “lutefish””¦ The Myth of the Lye-processed Cod fish is exposed bathed in butter
by Carsten Smith It is Lutefisk Tasting Day at Ingebretsen”'s Scandinavian Gifts. Customers who come in for Swedish meatballs and bakery products cautiously accept a sample from Diane Noble, an Ingebretsen”'s employee in a traditional Swedish costume. They take a sample in a small paper cup and stab the white fish in butter with a toothpick. Gingerly nibbling, they gradually realize that they are not dealing with a biohazard or toxic substance. “That”'s not bad. What is all the fuss about?” is the usual response. Some customers decide to buy some lutefisk and take it home. Others are content to know what the food that is often the butt of jokes really tastes like. Lutefisk means “fish in lye” and for generations of families in the Scandinavia, it was a steady supply of protein during the long winter months. In the United States, it is a Christmas tradition for many Scandinavian-Americans. But since the lutefisk tasting at [...]
Third Annual Taste Of Phillips
Celebrating the diversity of arts and culture in the Phillips Community. Sponsored by St. Paul”'s Lutheran Church, at 2742 15th Ave S. October 1 thru 10. Friday, October 1, 7:00 pm Artist”'s Reception and Poetry/Spoken Word reading. Saturday, October 2, 10:00 am, Scandinavian pastries and Café con Leche, dedication of murals done by St. Paul”'s youth during the summer, a photography exhibit of children”'s work, and a hands-on mosaic class taught by Greta McLain. This activity is made possible in part by a grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board, through an appropriation by the Minnesota State Legislature and a grant from the National Endowment for the Arts. The church”'s gallery, featuring work by local artists, will be open from October 1 to October 10. Please call the church office at 612-724-3862 for hours. Local Visual Artists and Poets/Spoken Word Artists who wish to be a part of the event should contact Patrick Cabello [...]
SEWARD CO-OP & Deli Debuts “Preferred Products: Principle 6” Oct. 2
By Lindsey Frey and Tom Vogel “While organic and fair trade are very important, Principle 6 of the 7 International Principles adds support for local economies and quality small-scale production. We hope the P6 boosts sales for these producers and businesses, ”¦ giving shoppers a quick way to identify ”˜best of the best”' products and companies,”'” says Sean Doyle, general manager. 7 International Cooperative Principles. Voluntary and Open Membership Democratic Member Control Member Economic Participation Autonomy and Independence Education, Training and Information Cooperation Among Cooperatives Concern for Community P6 Products criteria: Local ”“a product grown or produced in the 5-state region - MN, WI, SD, ND, IA. Cooperative/nonprofit ”“cooperative ownership of the business, where members have a stake in the business, or nonprofit status. Small farmer/producer ”“a.) independently owned and [...]
