Monthly Archives: February 2008

First day of work

Posted on February 25, 2008 by Marisa

It’s the end of the night, and it’s only the final fumes of the day that are currently keeping me running, but I thought I’d take a minute or two before I pass out to check in.  I started my … Continue reading →

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A new job with a block and a half commute

Posted on February 22, 2008 by Marisa

I started my first job in Philadelphia, at the American Association for Cancer Research, on February 25th, 2002.  I got that job five weeks after moving to Philly when I was 22 years old.  A lot of time has passed … Continue reading →

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Fork You: Zero to sandwich

Posted on February 20, 2008 by Marisa

I’d been wanting to do an episode on breakfast sandwiches for sometime, as I was certain that I could easily outstrip the ones you get at fast food joints. I’m so glad we gave it a try, because the sandwiches … Continue reading →

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Fork You Live this Saturday at Foster's

Posted on February 19, 2008 by Marisa

We haven’t had the opportunity make a promo for this month’s Fork You Live, but Scott turned to me earlier today and said, “We really need to start spreading the word that we’re filming Fork You Live on Saturday.”  So … Continue reading →

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Pinch Pie on Culinate

Posted on February 13, 2008 by Marisa

Several months ago, I struck up an email correspondence with one of the editorial types over at Culinate, an online food magazine.  We chatted back and forth about food writing and Portland.  Eventually she suggested that if I was ever … Continue reading →

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Excuses, excuses

Posted on February 12, 2008 by Marisa

Well.  Let’s see. I’m in one of those periods where my real life is pretty darn interesting.  I’ve got a second interview for a job I’m pretty excited about.  I’ve been blogging up a storm over at Slashfood.  The next … Continue reading →

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Manhattan, Coney Island, family and some pictures

Posted on February 7, 2008 by Marisa

I spent most of last week in New York City. My experience there was mixed, what with feeling a little overwhelmed by the conference and the city. The primary saving grace was the fact that I was staying with my … Continue reading →

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Mentioned in the Grey Lady

Posted on February 5, 2008 by Marisa

I think I need to start this post by admitting that I’m slightly vain. I subscribe to a Google Alert that tracks my name, just so I know if I get mentioned or linked someplace out there on the internet. … Continue reading →

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A dispatch from the floor

Posted on February 1, 2008 by Marisa

I am currently sitting on the floor of the New York 6th Avenue Hilton, my back to the windows, facing the Grand Ballroom (where, in the last 18 hours,  I’ve heard both John Irving and Alice McDermott read).  The attendees … Continue reading →

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