Food Blogger Patois
Today I realized that we food bloggers do indeed have our own language, with a vocabulary that is not shared with those unfamiliar with the wonders of our foodie world. Here’s a summary of what spawned this realization:
Upon entering the apartment from my exam this afternoon, I proclaimed aloud:
“Dang, I am so hangry!”
Roomie: “What? Why are you angry?”
Me: “No, not angry, hangry.”
Roomie: “What do you mean?”
Me: “You know, it’s like hungry, but to an exceptionally intense degree.”
Roomie: “Oh. OK…”
Clearly, my choice of vocabulary derives from my familiarity with Hangry Pants. What other words/phrases do you use in the food blogosphere that simply don’t translate to the real world? I’ve found that it translates to brand names too, as in “Man, I could really go for some Fage action right now.” “What’s that?” Perhaps I should assemble a food blogger dictionary? That would satisfy my love of words and food…
Alright, I am on battery power, and my power cord is buried within the depths of the car at the moment, so I best get crackin’ on the food:
Sunday
More choco-berry lovin’.
choco-berry shake with blueberries, raspberries, Chocolate Chili Hemp Protein, soymilk, & Choco Cherry Treat granola
Monday
Yes, I refrained from packing my Magic Bullet until this afternoon, just so I could have one last smoothie before heading home. What can I say? I like the blended beverage:)
blueberry-banana smoothie with wheat germ; mini bagel with PB
As I said, I was rather famished upon my return from my exam today. I used up my last Gardenburger Chik pattyand remaining veggies to make an Asian salad. This was incredibly delicious.
Asian Grilled Chik Salad: Gardenburger Chik'n Grill Patty, greens, 'shrooms, carrots, & Annie's Shiitake Sesame Dressing; whole grain pita; orange
fine dinnerware, no? It's made by a brand called Bounty.
Before my parents arrived to pack up the car, I fueled up with my beloved Fage. No way I was letting this baby go to waste.
Fage 0% with almond butter/spreadable crack
After a fairly efficient pack-up, my parents and I headed to one of our fave places in Durham–Elmo’s. You’ve likely seen it featured on the blog before, but tonight I ordered something completely new: the carrot ginger soup. After confirming that it was indeed milk-free, I ordered a big ol’ bowl with my meal. TOTAL WINNER. I wish they would make this a permanent menu item rather than just an occasional special. Sniff. I am going to miss Elmo’s this summer.
Hummus Platter
Carrot-Ginger Soup
Well, next time I type I’ll be back in ‘bama. Later, bloggies.
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Hello and welcome! I have created this blog for people who love food, especially healthful, vegetarian food.
I have just graduated from Duke University with degrees in English and psychology. I plan to pursue a master's degree in nutrition starting in Fall 2010. Ideally, I would like to combine my love of food and the written word someday as a health writer.
Mmmm, everything looks awesome. Carrot-ginger soup looks great!
I’ve heard of this “Bounty” and its quicker picker upper skills…
Other food blog vocab: hummbecue, ‘fu (also GC ‘fu), AB, “fake” ___ (PB, bacon, etc.) I’m also pretty sure I’d get strange looks for shouting, “PB PUFFINS!!!”
Most definitely agree about the bloggie jargon. We could confuse a hell of a lot of people with it!
P.S. The soup looks lovely! And I hope you have a safe trip.
Caroline,
Haha! This post made me laugh so hard. I was just having a conversation with my mom today and I happened to say “this moment is so bloggable”! She just stared at me like I was nuts.
I’m sure you are so excited to go home. ‘bama is calling!
Have a wonderful night sweetie and a safe flight!
With Love,
Emily
ooo hummus and veggies! classic, but always good!
i hope you have a safe trip home! i too am in love with the magic bullet! and you speak the truth about a food blogger dictionary…when i speak to non-foodies i feel like i have to “dumb-down” my food terms, haha i hope we aren’t the weird ones!
Have a safe & fun trip back home. How I wish I was starting summer vacation!
First of all, congrats on the latest 5k!!
The chik’n strips, salad & pita meal sound so delish….and that soup!!! Ohhh, that sounds really good too!!!
I am such a fan of restaurant hummus platters…..they are amazingggg.
Haha – so true about blogosphere vocabulary. I love the idea of a dictionary
Hah I’ve used the term hangry in real life as well!
Girl, I see your Bounty fine China! I’ve got the same set!! Have a safe trip home
“with almond butter/spreadable crack”
Ha! So true!
-A
Haha, I do the same too! You should make a dictionary, it needs to include words like “sammie”, “PB”, and “delish”!!
I love the idea of a food blogger dictionary! How about hump day? I don’t know if it’s used elsewhere but I never heard anyone call Wednesday that until reading blogs!
I’m obsessed with my magic bullet to the point where I plan on bringing it on vacation in a few weeks!
I totally understand you’re need to not pack it until last minute.
hahahaha the SAME thing happened with me and a friend the other day…she was like whats hangry…i’m like forget about it..
GIRL I am so sorry I’ve been absent from the ‘Hut!!! I LOVE IT so much- you’re awesome too!!! Glad to see you on WordPress!
xoxo
Have a great, safe trip home
word on the special blog vocab…i just emailed my mom and i said i luuuurved something, and she wrote back huh?
anyways, that hummus platter looks delish…i luuuurve me some hummus