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The most (er) seasoned waffle gourmands know that “fine dining” encompasses so much more than mere ingestion. This is never more true than when that most supreme of delicacies – the waffle – is served. From the initial approach and pleasantries to the final conclusion and departure, each tiny dining detail matters – and counts. Author:ContinueContinue reading “Day 146: The Waffle Dismount”

When you are a famous celebrity (with feathers), having your own personal Small Chef is great in many ways, but it does also add to your responsibilities. For instance, when a new dish is unveiled, you and you alone have the culinary expertise and palate sensitivity to put it through its paces. Leaving some “wiggleContinueContinue reading “Day 145: Dutch Pancake for Pearl”

While many feathered beings prefer to stalk prey during the day, sometimes circumstances necessitate a nighttime hunting run. (NOTE: This is not recommended for untrained novices, who should first be instructed by a master before attempting a solo “night hunt.”) When stalking prey after dark, it is good to use all available camouflage. If you andContinueContinue reading “Day 144: Potatoes in the Dark”

From time to time, it can be fun to shake things up a bit. For example, let’s say you are preening as usual on your fluffy blue bathrobe (which your large featherless assistant is wearing for you, so you can have the softest preening perch). But then suddenly you feel like displaying “big wings.” Author: ShannonContinueContinue reading “Day 143: Big Wings!”

Every diner knows waffles are delicious for breakfast. Far fewer realize waffles are equally (even more, in fact) delicious for dinner. There is nothing like taking a dish and its diner outside of their comfort zones to bring out the best in both! Author: Shannon Cutts Co-Author: Pearl Cutts p.s. FREEBIE ALERT! Read 3 full chapters from Pearl’sContinueContinue reading “Day 142: Waffles for Dinner”

Pizza is one of those delicacies that transcends all barriers of language….or species. No matter who you are – or whether you have any feathers or not – you likely enjoy a crispy, chewy, delicious slice of pizza as much of the rest. However, not all pizza enthusiasts know how to get the most enjoyment from thisContinueContinue reading “Day 141: The Best Way to Enjoy Pizza”

p.s. No chocolate was sampled during this photo shoot – Mommy’s honor! Everyone knows that the best delicacies begin with “W.” Also popular are “S” (for seed), “M” (for millet), and “E” (for hard-boiled eggs). Menu items with these names are automatically allowed to pass through border patrol to get to their respective lunch plates.ContinueContinue reading “Day 140: Power Bar Patrol”

In the same way that countries patrol their borders, gourmands must patrol their counters. This, of course, is to keep lesser delicacies (and unscrupulous poachers) from sneaking in. Counter patrols are daunting even for seasoned menu veterans, as each entrant is (er) grilled thoroughly before being permitted to stay for (um) dinner. Author: Shannon Cutts Co-Author:ContinueContinue reading “Day 139: Counter Patrol”

As preparations for another competitive nesting season intensify, the savviest candidates begin their “nesting checks.” It is all well and good to have comfy nesting material, interior ambiance, and 24/7 security. But none of that matters if you forget about “curb appeal.” For choosy ladybirds, first impressions are everything. Author: Shannon Cutts Co-Author: Pearl Cutts p.s. FREEBIE ALERT! ReadContinueContinue reading “Day 138: Nest Checks”

When a dish is especially prized (and thus hotly contested), sometimes the best way to resolve ongoing ownership disputes is to hold a hunt. Everyone starts out with an equal chance, and may the best hunter win. Here, being small and quick can really come in handy. And if you need to rock your “cuteness”ContinueContinue reading “Day 137: The Great Banana Hunt”