Grub Crumbs

Artisan slow snacks

Homeboy Industries, Jobs Not Jail

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My mom received a bag of Homeboy Industries tortilla chips. I never heard of this organization--Homeboy Industries assists at-risk, formerly gang-involved youth and the recently incarcerated to become contributing members of our community through a variety of services in response to their multiple needs. Our free programs - including counseling, education, tattoo removal, job training, and placement - enable young men and women to redirect their lives and provide them with hope for their futures.

The chips are pretty darn good!

 

Joan's on Third

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Spent half the day yesterday with former colleagues from Tokyo-so great to see old friends! One request was a visit to Joan's on Third. I was happy to take them there for selfish reasons...RESEARCH for Grub Crumbs. Several people in Los Angeles have mentioned Joan's as a fit for Grub Crumbs and I think they might be right! Joan's is a cute gourmet shop (see photo's above) and I noticed there was very little vegan and gluten free gourmet goods!

Number crunching

My good friend Lauren aka Salt (this is news to her) used to be a flavor scientist (so interesting!) at Nestle before she gave birth to her son Pace aka Little Picante and became a f-time mom. She is kind enough to figure out the calories/nutrition value of each snack! I cannot wait to compare the numbers of our product to other mass produced chemical filled snacks out on the market!

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 Thanks LT!
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Little Picante!

Thai Town, CA

Flying Pie Man

Over the holidays I discovered the Flying Pie Man and was/am inspired by his story, passion and his product (unfortunately I cannot try them since I do not eat meat)!

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About the Flying Pie Man in his own words:

I have opened this blog to share my stories as I continue to create more amazing pies in the U.S.! I'm looking for a sponsor to bring my pies to many people. I want to make people happy with my pies!

My pies are inspired by the exploits of "The Flying Pie Man," an Englishman who emigrated to Australia in 1829. He was famous for his delectable meat-pies, which he sold to passengers on the Paramatta Steamer. Once on land, he would meet those same passengers and sell them more of his creations. The ferry riders were amazed and amused by his daring gastronomical exploits.

In this same spirit, my pie is made to amaze you!  I make them to capture the the essence of all great meat pies - a light flaky crust, crunchy, earthy vegetables, the intoxicating umami of mushrooms, and, of course, a juicy beef filling.  As a nod to the original Flying Pie Man's English roots, the bottom crust is a mash of Yukon Gold potatoes flecked with Parsley.
 
I hope you enjoy them!