Why do you want my email address?

May 31, 2008 at 6:32 pm · Filed under Secret Life of Deli Owners

Originally posted July 2, 2007

We’re gathering email addresses here. So you might wonder, and for good reason, why we want your email address.More...

We’re trying to find better and more efficient ways of keeping in touch with our customers. Right now we fax our daily specials to a number of people. Some of you have caught on to the daily specials page but we still cut down trees to send out daily specials to a fax machine probably near you. What if we emailed you?

That’s about all I can think of right now. Maybe if something really exciting happens here, we’ll shoot you an email. Maybe not… we’re not really looking to fill up your mailbox; we’re just trying to figure out a way to keep in touch that works best for you and your office.

For awhile, we’ll run the two contact methods in parallel — you’ll get both a fax and an email. We don’t want to miss you!

Let me know what you think.

Carole

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Celebrate Summer

May 31, 2008 at 6:31 pm · Filed under Downtown Leesburg

Originally posted July 1 2007

It’s summertime! During the summer weekends, we get the most interesting people coming through the Deli visiting our area. I’ve had some of the most fun with our tourist guests and have enjoyed meeting them.More...

Last summer, when we were brand new to the Deli, we had a couple from England pop in for a bite. Well I had no idea what I was doing and I guess it showed. For some reason, they kept referencing the show Faulty Towers. I’m not sure that was a complement. But we laughed together and they promised to return if they ever came back across the pond.

Earlier this year, an English pound appeared in our cash drawer. I’m not really sure how it got there but, when a couple from England came in during the Flower and Garden Show, I gave it to them. I told the lady that I had something that belonged to the Queen and wondered if she would return it to her. She promised to do so. She came back later to tell me that she had thought about it and had decided to “put it in charity”. I thought that sounded like a better use for it.

The gentleman from France who did not know the word “napkin” was a bit of a challenge for me. But Tony knows a little French so it all worked out. He got his napkin and I kept a guest’s face clean.

The gentlemen who painted the courthouse clock tower and cleaned the Civil War (or should that be ‘war between the states’?) statue came in nearly every day. I believe they were from Italy and were craftsmen hired especially to do this work. It was hot! hot! hot! up there at the top of the court house. And the work took longer than expected because of the condition of the wood. They were really sweet and we were sad to see them go. But they did wonderful work.

I’m sure we’ll have other encounters as the time goes on. This is an area rich in history and wonder. We’ll always be glad to welcome people to our town and our country.

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Antioxidants

May 31, 2008 at 6:29 pm · Filed under Healthy Eating

Originally posted June 30 2007

<p>I don’t know about you but it seems like every where you turn, someone is trying to convince you to take antioxidant supplements.   So what are they and why do I care?</p>
<p>Antioxidants protect the body from damage caused by harmful molecules called free radicals.  Lot’s of “experts” who are smarter than I am believe that free radicals can damage blood vessel development, cancer and other nasty stuff.  You are exposed to free radicals by natural body functions like burning sugar for energy; through some medications; and pollutants.<!–more–></p>
<p>Antioxidants include some vitamins (such as vitamins C and E),     some minerals (such as selenium), and flavonoids, which are found in plants. The best sources of antioxidants are fruits and vegetables.  Those smart experts say that most of us should be eating between 5 and 9 services of fruits and veggies each day.  You can find lavonoids in fruits, red wine (my personal preference), and some teas. You can also buy antioxidant              supplements.</p>
<p>So how do you get 5 to 9 servings of fruit and veggies each day?  Well, you can get your veggies here in our salads.   If you’re like me and get bored with even the best salads, we have grilled veggies, coleslaw, and fresh fruit nearly every day.  Chef Steve’s tomato, cream of carrot soups are servings of vegetables.  Have fruit for dessert!</p>
<p>I love it when the vegetables can be combined into a regular sandwich.  Instead (or in addition) to lettuce and tomato, add grilled vegs on as well.  Chef makes a grilled chicken and grilled veggies in a wrap that is excellent!</p>
<p>If you sneak vegetables wherever you can, you’ll get to those nine servings daily.</p>
<p>We have green teas in bottles and brew black tea each day.  Teas are reportedly high in antioxidants.</p>
<p>So eat your fruits and vegetables alongside fresh brewed tea to help you in your goal to live healthy!
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Otter Creek

May 31, 2008 at 6:28 pm · Filed under Downtown Leesburg

Otter Creek SignOriginally posted: June 27, 2007

Otter Creek is a wonderful little shop that has eclectic items and fun stuff. They have beautiful antiques, furniture, lamps… it’s a place that you can spend hours just looking around to see what’s new.

We found the most beautiful blown glass ball for Tony’s mom. She lives in a condo and doesn’t have a lot of room. This beautiful blue glass is hanging in her window catching the morning sun. It was the perfect gift. Giving Tony’s mom a gift is not easy. She seems to have everything that she needs. So when Tony and I appeared at Otter Creek and Fred asked what we were looking for, we sort of shrugged… no idea what we wanted.

He had just the thing for people that didn’t know what they wanted. And she loves it.

If you don’t know what you want, or even if you do, stop by Otter Creek! It’s really neat. Oh, check out their website at www.ottercreekinc.com .

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Leesburg Vintner

May 31, 2008 at 6:27 pm · Filed under Downtown Leesburg

Originally posted June 27, 2007

<p>It’s not a surprise, I guess that the Leesburg Vintner knows Tony and me by name… maybe we spend too much time there?  We have this routine of going down to see Mike Carroll on Saturdays after we close. Usually we get there in time for the Saturday tasting.</p>
<p>The Vintner is located at the corner of King and Loudoun Street. They’ve been there for nearly 20 years… one of the longest, continuous running businesses in Downtown Leesburg. Their website <a href=”http://www.leesburgvintner.com/”>http://www.leesburgvintner.com/</a> <!–more–>has pictures of the wines and the store. It gives information about their wines and such stuff.  You can learn more at Mike’s Blog linked under our Blogroll to the right.</p>
<p>At one time in their history, the Leesburg Vintner had a sandwich counter as well as the cheese and pates they sell now. We heard from many people about a favorite sandwich that Mike used to make. So after we got to know Mike a bit more, we asked if we could get the recipe. On special Fridays, we run “The Vintner” special using Mike’s recipe. Honestly we don’t quite have the bread quite right but it is close. I think Mike approves. Seems like the people in downtown Leesburg are glad to have the sandwich back.</p>
<div class=”postentry”>We’ve found that the Leesburg Vintner is an excellent place to go for all types of wines on any budget. Also there are some interesting beers, cheeses and pates.  If you haven’t stopped in to meet Mike and Pete and the gang, you should make it a point to do so. Tell them we sent you!Carole</div>

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Watching your Weight!

May 31, 2008 at 6:25 pm · Filed under Healthy Eating

Originally posted June 23, 2007

How can you watch your weight and eat at a deli? I talk to many people (when I’m in the Deli on Saturdays) who are wondering this as well.

I’ll admit it… it’s not easy. There are a lot of tempting foods that are not friendly to our waistlines!! Being around that food — the French Fries, and onion rings, and the Senator quesadilla — it’s hard. If I could eat anything, I would eat them all!!More...

Maybe I’m in denial, but I don’t think it is such a bad thing to indulge myself from time to time in just those foods. But most of the time, I have to eat smart or I would weigh a ton. I personally don’t care if I weigh a ton but my doctor seems to think that my health in somehow important and tied to my weight.

So what do I eat when I’m eating at the deli?

  • First, everything is on wheat or multi-grain bread. Chef has a wheat wrap that is just perfect for what I want.
  • I pick ingredients carefully – lean meats, the grilled veggies.
  • Sometimes I skip the bread or wrap totally and Chef will put chicken and grilled veggies in a “boat”. Perfect! It satisfies me but also saves any points or exchanges for later in the day.
  • I will get sandwiches served open faced — just one slice of bread. I can always simply not eat both slices but I oftentimes need to put the temptation aside and have it come out open faced.

When I talked to Chef Steve about the soups he makes at the Deli, I was pleased to learn that many of them are totally within my bounds. He uses 2% milk instead of cream, the base is typically a vegetable or chicken stock, and he uses fresh veggies or lean meats for the main part of the soup.

Life is about living. If you want French Fries, get them. You can always make up for it tomorrow. If you get the fries, could you tell me about them? Living life vicariously!

Enjoy!

Carole

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Welcome to the Court House Deli Blog

May 31, 2008 at 3:42 pm · Filed under Secret Life of Deli Owners

Originally posted June 20, 2007.

<p>So I thought I would push a little more out into this century and start a blog!  Stay tuned for entries from Tony and from Chef Steve!  And if you have any comments, feel free to register and post!</p>
<p>If you look to the right, you’ll see a listing of categories. You can simply click on the category that interests you, and you’ll be able to view the portion of the blog, or scroll through the postings in order.</p>
<p>I hope you enjoy the blog!  I am. :) <br />
Carole
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