Chicago Center for Writing Launched at UChicago reposted by Ruth Paget

University of Chicago Launches Chicago Center for Writing to Primote Original Work in the Age of AI reposted by Ruth Paget

One of the main objectives of the newly launched Chicago Center for Writing at the University of Chicago is to promote writing without AI.

The Center will continue the use of writing to develop, analyze, and communicate ideas across all university departments and with the public at the University of Chicago.

More information about the Chicago Center for Writing follows from an article in UChicago News:

 https://news.uchicago.edu/story/new-hub-writing-age-ai?mkt_tok=MjUwLUNRSC05MzYAAAGlS_PdmwG7vFmf0daLkZtKVBfhLTAFV_yafiWSlApp6vropuxIcjINarkCCodzAcnAEE38zcr69UQTjX79h1hvZ508H0-jcnBsLqoV7A0f7yvjLTo

Reposted by Ruth Paget

-author Eating Soup with Chopsticks, Marrying France, and Europe’s Lessons written during overseas duty in Germany + 5 other Kindle books

Torta Thursday = Sandwich Thursday reposted by Ruth Paget

Torta Thursday is Sandwich Day in Diverse Salinas, California by Ruth Paget

Tortas are Mexican sandwiches.  I like mine with carnitas (pulled pork) and sliced fresh jalapeños.  There are a few calories in that very delicious sandwich, so I order some other equally delicious dishes from the following places in Salinas, California:

Tortas - Super Pollo

Subs - Jersey Mikes

Banh Mi - Saigon Noodle

Bagel Sandwiches - Bagel Corner

Reuben - Black Bear Diner

American Deli - Sourdough & Company

American Deli - Nob Hill

Bon Appetit!

Reposted by Ruth Paget

-author Eating Soup with Chopsticks, Marrying France, and Europe’s Lessons written during overseas duty in Germany + 5 other Kindle books

-developer of the Novgorod and Bento War Games + 8 Classical Western Civilization War Games

-developer of food and beverage knowledge games

-creator of online exhibits about San Miguel Arcangel Mission, French baguette making, and the Carmel Valley History Center

-creator of French travel and culture games

-writer of 2000+ Central Coast California lifestyle blogs

-family genealogist

-developer of 9 music theory games

Cambria Christmas Market (Central Coast California) Happens November 27 - December 31, 2027 reposted by Ruth Paget

Cambria, California Christmas Market is Coming Soon!

The Cambria Christmas Market is taking place between November 27 - December 31, 2026 on California’s Central Coast (28 miles from Paso Robles off Highway 101).

The Christmas Fair features:

-music and caroling

-food

-German inspired merchandise

-Santa

-train rides

Ticket purchase information follows:

https://www.cambriachristmasmarket.com/

Have fun!

Reposted by Ruth Paget

-author Eating Soup with Chopsticks, Marrying France, and Europe’s Lessons written during overseas duty in Germany + 5 other Kindle books

-developer of the Novgorod and Bento War Games + 8 Classical Western Civilization War Games

-developer of food and beverage knowledge games

-creator of online exhibits about San Miguel Arcangel Mission, French baguette making, and the Carmel Valley History Center

-creator of French travel and culture games

-writer of 2000+ Central Coast California lifestyle blogs

-family genealogist

-developer of 9 music theory games

Native American Christmas Market in Spreckels (near Salinas), California on December 12 - 13, 2026 reposted by Ruth Paget

Native American Christmas Market Coming to Spreckels (outside Salinas off Highway 68), California reposted by Ruth Paget

There will be a Native American Christmas Market on December 12 - 13, 2026 in Spreckels (outside Salinas off Highway 68), California..

Admission is free.

Features arts, crafts, and food.

More information follows:

https://festivalnet.com/42597/Spreckels-California/Holiday-Celebrations/Native-American-Christmas-Market

Have fun!

Reposted by Ruth Paget

-author Eating Soup with Chopsticks, Marrying France, and Europe’s Lessons written during overseas duty in Germany + 5 other Kindle books

-developer of the Novgorod and Bento War Games + 8 Classical Western Civilization War Games

-developer of food and beverage knowledge games

-creator of online exhibits about San Miguel Arcangel Mission, French baguette making, and the Carmel Valley History Center

-creator of French travel and culture games

-writer of 2000+ Central Coast California lifestyle blogs

-family genealogist

-developer of 9 music theory blogs

Turkey-Bacon-Avocado Bagel Sandwich from Bagel Corner in Salinas, California by Ruth Paget

Turkey-Bacon-Avocado Bagel Sandwich from Bagel Corner in Salinas, California by Ruth Paget 

I tried a turkey, bacon, and avocado bagel sandwich from Bagel Corner in Salinas, California for the first time this morning and really liked the mix of flavors. 

The jumbo seeded bagel sandwich came with the following ingredients:

-several strips of thick-cut apple smoked bacon, which brought back memories of living of Chicago and eating bacon, lettuce, and tomato sandwiches in my Marina City apartment 

-several slices of thick-cut smoked turkey breast

-avocado slices 

–I never tire of these -tomatoes 

-red onion slices 

-lettuce 

-mayonnaise 

This California bagel sandwich is a deluxe version of my Chicago bacon-lettuce-tomato sandwich of my youth. (Both are good.) 

This filling sandwich is hard to hold together, but worth the effort for the outstanding flavor. I ate some potato chips with this and a diet soda to have a totally college days brunch post election.

By Ruth Paget 

-author Eating Soup with Chopsticks, Marrying France, and Europe’s Lessons written during overseas duty in Europe + 5 other Kindle books

-developer of the Novgorod and Bento War Games + 8 Classical Western Civilization War Games

-developer of food and beverage knowledge games

-creator of online exhibits about San Miguel Arcangel Mission, French baguette making, and the Carmel Valley History Center

-writer of 2000+ Central Coast California lifestyle blogs

-family genealogist

-developer of 9 music theory games

Vegetables Revised: 300 Recipes for $1.99 on Amazon Looks Like a Great Deal reposted by Ruth Paget

People interested in selling the 200+ vegetables and fruit grown in Monterey County, San Luis Obispo County, and San Benito County might be interested in James Paterson’s Vegetables Revised: The Most Authoritative Guide to Buying, Preparing, and Cooking with more than 300 Recipes.

It is selling for $1.99 on Amazon kindle today or $20.99 hardback for a go-to reference.

A good recipe can sell products.

Information about the book follows:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B005ACCLPU?lv=shuf&_bbid=369862578&nodl=1&tag=core_cohort_a_email-20&dplnkId=e05debf6-922f-48a4-bdde-0350df25ad85&channelId=1&plpRedirect=mhFallback

Reposted by Ruth Paget

-author Eating Soup with Chopsticks, Marrying France, and Europe’s Lessons written during overseas duty in Germany + 5 other Kindle books

-developer of the Novgorod and Bento War Games + 8 Classical Western Civilization Games

-developer of food and beverage knowledge game

-creator of online exhibits about San Miguel Arcangel Mission, French baguette making, and the Carmel Valley History Center

-creator French travel and culture games

-writer of 2000+ Central Coast California lifestyle blogs

-family genealogist

-developer of 9 music theory games

$22.89 Santa Fe Salad for Mid-Term Election Night 2026 from Chili's Bar and Grill in Salinas, California by Ruth Paget

$22.89 Santa Fe Salad for Mid-Term 2026 Election from Chili’s in Salinas, California by Ruth Paget

Chili’s makes filling comfort foods even for items like salad. 

On mid-term election night, I ate a Santa Fe Salad with crispy chicken tenders to relive my college days watching election returns in Chicago, usually at Bennigan’s Bar downtown. The Chicago Democratic Machine turns out the vote and turns out big money for its very nice bars and restaurants, which prepare full-menu dinners for all special events from elections to symphony fundraisers. 

My new Bennigan’s is Chili’s Bar and Grill in Salinas, California. My light yet filling Santa Fe Salad featured two crispy chicken tenders that sat on top of a generous salad with the following items: 

-pico de gallo salsa made up of tomato, red peppers, onion, cilantro, and lime juice

-house-made guacamole 

-cilantro 

-corn tortilla strips

-house-made ranch dressing 

-a drizzle of spicy Santa Fe sauce 

Mixed together, this salad was a spicy immune system booster with Vitamin C-rich ingredients like cilantro and pico de gallo salsa. Vitamin C is also a strong antioxidant and helps regenerate cells in the body. 

I ate a few extra tortilla chips with the salad, but just alone it was sufficient. 

I liked eating something healthy on election night when a historical race was happening here in California – Xavier Becerra was elected the first Latino governor. 

(I also watched Harold Washington, the first African-American mayor of Chicago, be elected in Chicago at Bennigan’s.  I got news of Deb Halaand’s Neew MEXICO WIN ON TikTok.   If you live long enough, you see lots of “firsts.”) 

Chili’s Santa Fe salad is a really good catering item for fundraisers for its easy assembly and availability of basic ingredients locally. These salads also come in easily stackable delivery boxes.  

I like the Santa Fe Salad from Chili's in Salinas (California) and think salad lovers would like it too. It has an added benefit of being a not too expensive dish to use for fundraisers. 

Bon Appétit! 

By Ruth Paget 

-author Eating Soup with Chopsticks, Marrying France, and Europe’s Lessons written during overseas duty in Germany + 5 other Kindle books

-developer of the Novgorod and Bento War Games + 8 Classical Western Civilization War Games

-developer of food and beverage knowledge games

-creator of online exhibits about San Miguel Arcangel Mission, French baguette making, and the Carmel Valley History Center

-creator of French travel and culture games

-writer of 2000+ Central Coast California lifestyle blogs

-family genealogist

-developer of 9 music theory games