dave wheeler studio blog

Comfort Food (August): Hot Dogs

admin — Wed, 18 Aug 2010 15:54:25 +0000

Well there’s no fancy recipe to hot dogs (maybe that’s why they’re a comfort food) but just be sure to get something with real beef. If you’ve been living on those turkey things for a while you’ll be shocked to remember how good the real thing is.

Hopefully you’re getting in plenty of pool parties before the summer is over. But then this comfort food could also be great if you put on a parka in January and grill up some dogs along with some memories of warmer days.

Comfort Food (July): Banana Split

admin — Wed, 28 Jul 2010 17:41:59 +0000

As far as my wife is concerned, you can have almost anything with chocolate. When it comes to me, I can like almost anything as long as it’s with ice cream. The traditional banana split is always a hit or just the straight ice cream keeps me happy.

Here is a recipe for I got from my sister-in-law for home made lemon ice cream. It’s perfect for a hot summer day or it’s also great as a base for any flavor. I love trying this recipe with all kinds of flavors (just replace the lemon with vanilla for instance) and adding in leftover bits of sweets around the house. Chocolate cake or cookies are a good start.

The possibilities are endless but the freezer space isn’t. It’s best if eaten the same day.

Kristen’s Lemon Ice Cream:

1 pint milk

1/4 cup fresh lemon juice

1 cup sugar

1/2 cup heavy cream

1/2 teaspoon lemon extract

pour mixture into 1 quart container and freeze according to freezer instructions.

I hope you’re having a sweet summer!

Comfort Food (June): Lime Jello

admin — Tue, 22 Jun 2010 17:30:05 +0000

Well, it’s officially summer and we’re all feeling lazy. So grab a box of Jello Brand Lime and maybe add a few marshmallows or apples to the mix (if you don’t have to drag yourself to the store). Don’t forget the whipped cream. It’s not that this stuff tastes that great but it does take me back to a comforting place in my childhood. Lowbrow in a good way.
I hope your summer is off to a great start.

new ispot stock images

admin — Tue, 22 Jun 2010 17:23:41 +0000

This and several other images were just added to my i-spot stock portfolio. See what you think.

compass mousepad

admin — Mon, 14 Jun 2010 20:48:11 +0000

compass mousepad by davewheelerstudio
Make your own custom mousemats on zazzle

Jumper Cable Mug

admin — Wed, 09 Jun 2010 17:06:28 +0000

I’m not a coffee drinker but I had this idea for a mug which I just made when I tried out zazzle for the first time.

jumper cable mug by davewheelerstudio

Organizing your workspace

admin — Fri, 04 Jun 2010 16:35:31 +0000

for: M&C magazine

AD: Mayumi Hudgins

Tongue Tied (public speaking)

admin — Thu, 27 May 2010 16:28:18 +0000

For M&C Magazine
AD: Mayumi Hudgins

We still love books

admin — Thu, 20 May 2010 16:24:26 +0000

This was for an essay in Washington State Magazine about the enduring appeal (and sanctuary) of the physical book.

Comfort Food (May): Pancakes

admin — Tue, 18 May 2010 22:46:56 +0000

It doesn’t get much better than mixing up some fresh flapjacks for your kid/s on a Saturday morning. When blueberries weren’t in season, Mom would treat us by substituting chocolate chips – made into faces of course. It was always a great pick-me-up.

Here’s my recipe.

2 eggs beaten

1tsp vanilla

1tbsp vegetable oil (or melted butter)

1 tbsp brown sugar

pinch of salt

1 cup milk

1 cup all purpose flour

3 tsp baking powder

chocolate chips (Ghirardelli semi-sweets are especially good)

Mix all ingredients in a large bowl (one with a pouring spout is preferrable) and pour out onto hot griddle to make approx. 4 inch circles. When bubbles appear, add chocolate chips and flip. Cook remaining side until dry in center. Top with whip cream and you can pretend to shave the face with your fork.

Here’s wishing you many a happy morning with your favorite carbohydrate.