Mix It Up Holiday Food & Fun Guide

Old Country Deli BBQ

www.oldcountrydeli.biz

Old Country Deli Products and Catering is a business that is close to my heart. My parents founded Old Country Deli in 1983 and it has evolved into tasty seasoning perfect for any BBQ. I grew up helping at our family business and it is where I found my passion in making delicious food that people love. Fore 23 years we were a destination spot for locals and tourists alike on the corner of Marsh and Nipomo Streets in San Luis Obispo. The BBQ in the parking lot greeted people as they drove in to town. My dad and brothers created yummy delights like sausage, ham, roast beef, the best pastrami I have ever had and strips of beef and turkey jerky.

Although we closed the store in 2007, the business is still alive. We have a website and selling our products all over the United States.

Check out the website  and pick up the perfect stocking stuffer or  gift pack featuring my favorite all purpose seasoning - Old Country Deli Brand Roundup Seasoning, a bag of poquito beans, Bean Roundup Seasoning and a spoon to mix it all up.

Old Country Deli products are also sold locally at The Crushed Grape, Madonna Inn gift shop, Edna Market, Food For Less, Spencers Grocery Store, Albertsons, Farm Supply Co., DePalo and Sons, Avila Barn and Mix It Up kitchen studio.

The website at www.oldcountrydeli.biz is full of information, tips and recipes. This is one of my favorites:

Norm's Famous Ranch Beans

Recipe Instructions

1 pound- Ground Beef (substitute Ground Turkey if you like)

1 medium – Diced yellow onion

1 cup – Ketchup

1 can (14.5oz) – Chopped Tomato’s

3 cups – Beef or Chicken Broth

4 Tbs. – Bean Roundup Seasoning

1 pound – Piquito Beans

Combine ground beef and diced onion in pot. Once brown add Bean Roundup Seasoning, Ketchup, Tomato’s, beans, and broth. You may need to add water to cover beans.                       

Bring to a boil than turn down heat for a nice simmer. Stir frequently. Add water as needed Cook until beans are tender.

* For best results cool over night than reheat. This allows for all the flavors to blend throughout the ingredients

Mix It Up Holiday Food and Fun Gift Guide

Holiday party season is just around the corner. Whether your planning a traditional family Thanksgiving dinner or a swanky Christmas cocktail party, there is always reason to celebrate. To kick off the holiday festivities, I am introducing my top ten list of my all time favorite food and fun gifts.

All-Time Favorite Food & Fun Holiday Gift

Number 1: Picking Daisies – Beautiful Napkins for Everyday Use

A big part of a special dinner or party is decorating your table. There is no better way, than with these vibrant napkins. I love Picking Daisies napkins because they are soft, absorbent, easy to wash and kind to the environment. The napkins are often funky and colorful and definitely unique. There are more than 50 design in multiple colors available with new patterns and colors added frequently.

Picking Daisies emerged in 2008 when Ann began making homemade cotton napkins. Her family adored the vibrant designs and soon Ann’s sisters Kay and Dede joined in the business with their complementary talents.

The company, located in San Luis Obispo, began selling their items at craft fairs and farmer’s markets. They now have an established storefront and a popular website: pickingdaisiesinslo.com. Their napkins were featured on Sunset Magazine’s blog in October 2009 and have been featured in local publications.