Nor Cal Expo Podcast

A couple weeks ago, I was asked to be on a podcast called Northern California Exposure.   I went to the website and read up on what the podcast was about and it really aligns with what I do as a blogger.  Amado Carrillo is the creator of the podcast and his mission is to talk to people in Northern California who are doing unique things and are passionate about their dreams.  He wants to inspire his listeners into action so they can follow their dreams too.

Amado's goal is a lot like mine.  I want to shine a light on local businesses and show people that you don't always have to go to a big box store or online for your needs.  You can support local businesses while getting great quality, comparable prices, and most importantly helping a family in your community.  If we all help each other, all of our dreams can come true.

I'm on episode 50 of Northern California Exposure (Nor Cal Expo) if you'd like to give it a listen.  You can find all the different formats to get the podcast HERE.  

Hungry? Check Facebook!

A few months ago, my friend told me about an awesome new trend that was happening on Facebook.  People were selling homemade food on different Facebook groups.  I live in Northern California but I'm sure there are groups all over the country.

The groups are a lot like the Facebook yard sale type groups.  Sellers list what foods they have to offer, the prices, and a general location where the food can be picked up.  Some sellers offer delivery for a fee much like restaurants that offer delivery.  Some buyers will post things they are in search of as well.

The first time I bought something it was this AMAZING banh mi sandwich and tom kha gai soup.  What's super amazing is that I actually bought this from a Masterchef contestant, Jill Campbell!  I'm VERY into food so this was the highlight of my week.  I didn't even know about this until after I ordered and I wanted to tag her on Instagram so other people would know how to find her food.

If you want to join a food group, I would search either your town name or area code and "food" on Facebook or post in your status update and see if any of your friends can refer you to a group.  Good luck and I hope this opens up a whole new world of food for you!

Foodie Passion Project

From a young age, I loved food.  I love weird food, interesting food, trying new food, going to people's houses and trying their food.  I never wanted to be a chef.  Like an art lover going to a museum to enjoy and experience art but never picking up a paintbrush themselves.  I didn't realize there was a word for that until probably a few years ago; foodie.

A couple months ago, I started taking photos of food and posting reviews on Facebook or in groups.  The response was overwhelming!  My photos and my words were so well received.  People were constantly asking me where I got the food, how do they get the food, was there more food?  Eventually, it sparked me to start my EatingElkGrove Instagram account.  Honestly, I didn't know if people even blogged anymore and I really didn't know if I had anything to write beyond a few lines about a food item.

I've had my Instagram for just under 2 months (April 17 will be 2 months) and I've discovered that I have A WHOLE LOT more to say so I started this blog.  It was a struggle to venture away from my crafting blog Heart Hugs Designs (ETA: which I've now merged with this blog) but I decided that my food posts, my product reviews, my posts about local happenings needed a new home.  Here goes nothing!  Thanks for reading this and coming along with me on this new venture!

Quick Tip: How to See Page Likes on Facebook

Hi friends!  I hope you are doing well.  I am, alas, still sick.  Boo!  I'm hoping to get better soon.  I'm sure I will.  Everyone else in the family is doing pretty good so I can't ask for much more.

Today, I wanted to share a super quick tip with you that has been asked of me a few times in the last couple weeks.  What good is knowledge if I can't share it right?  Are you ready to figure out how to see ALL the people who like your Facebook fan pages, not just your friends?  ;)  I'm not gonna lie, it always takes me FOREVER to figure this out so I did a picture tutorial to send to my friend and I wanted to share it here too just in case it can help anyone.

Tada!  I hope that was helpful for you!  Have a wonderful week, friends!