The Recipe:

So, you decided to come back for seconds, did ya? Well alright, then! Let’s get cookin’, shall we!?

First off, let's talk a little about ‘FoodGrooves’:

The product of a thought that’s been building in my head for the longest time, I think I’ve come to terms with the fact that nothing inspires me, nothing moves me, nothing nourishes my heart and soul more than Music and Food. Nothing. Nothing titillates my senses in so many ways. Music is my food of love and I have no doubt that what I eat is who I am. And it is becoming evermore clear to me as each day passes, that I cannot stand idly by and allow myself to treat these two loves as mere side-dishes in my life, I cannot sequester my passions into background noise. Therefore, I’ve decided to form this here bloggy blog as a little push for me to share my passions with you (and the world!). On a more selfish note, I’m hoping that by putting some of my thoughts out in front of me (its like these words actually mean something!), I might gain some sort of direction in what it is I want to do with this crazy little thing called “life”. Probably not, but who knows…

Oh, and a few disclaimers:

1)   This is NOT intended as an “eat this, not that” blog. Although I am a big believer in mindful eating, slow food, and food creativity, I’m not gonna be on dishing out radical dietary dogma. I just like talking about how cool food is and how integral it is to our culture (and counterculture)! But if you ever want to learn more or discuss anything food related, please leave a comment/email and let’s talk/eat!

2)   This is NOT a “listen to this, not that” blog. There is nothing more personal, in my opinion, than how you connect with the music you truly love and I believe that those connections should not be forced, but rather discovered and realized by the listener so that they may form a profound, intimate relationship. However, I can certainly provide suggestions upon request and point you to places like Last.fm., (see my link on the side!) At the same time, I’m always open for new music suggestions! (again, check out myLast.fm!)

3)   I’ve got the blog, so just remember this! At the heart of every blog is a blogger with a heart, so in it’s stripped down form, this is merely another way for me to express myself and my fucked up feelings. In light of that, there will be (I am absolutely certain!) instances where I may just feel like getting something off of my chest that isn’t even food or music-related (for example, see my first blog entry!). And there will always be much more to tell.... But hey, you’re reading this now, right? Right. So there ya go!

4)   Just to make things, even.  I like to make things even. ;)

5)   Sometimes I feel a little odd. :P

It’d also be nice to connect with all of my fellow foodies and muzacs out there so yeah, I want to discuss topics in the FoodGrooves realm that “stir the pot” so to speak. 

Here’s one for instance: If you could go on a summer pic-i-nic with any musician/band, who would you go with and what would you guys pack to eat?

Finally, I want this blog to be honest. It may never be politically, nutritionally, musically, or grammatically correct, it may not always be something you want to hear and it may not be something you’re expecting to hear (“abandon all hope, ye who enter!”), but it will be as sincere as I can make it. So please, let me know if you think I'm not. 

Whew! Well, I’m glad we’ve gotten through those blasted blog logistics (blogistics?) now so we can at last get down to the meat and potatoes of things next time (haha?). For this one, I guess you can consider it my “welcome to my blog” blog (and no, I’m not going to apologize for not making my previous blog my “welcome to my blog!” blog !). So with that, welcome to my blog blog!

-Dan 

(Currently listening to “Laundry Room” by The Avett Brothers.)