- Brunch at My Place down the lane
When Alison Martino posted on her popular Vintage Los Angeles Facebook page about the Cafe Four Oaks in Beverly Glen Canyon, it was only natural to invite her for brunch and then walk down the lane we live on to the Cafe. In utter dis-repair, all of the doors were open, allowing us to peruse the premises, transcending us back to the Glory Days when Beverly Glen Canyon was an artist retreat. In 1968, the first time I moved here, my life alone lent itself to remarkable memories of musical monsters: Randy Newman, Van Dyke Parks, Ted Templeman, Ry Cooder, Russ Titleman and the master, my then-husband Lenny Waronker, were among the many who graced our home as well as the Cafe. My children were raised on the delicious sausage crescent rolls the Cafe famously served. For memory’s sake, I went to Paris Bakery in Westwood, the bakery that supplied the Four Oaks, and included this delicacy in my Brunch. Those of you who love to cook, as I do, may want to try my recipes for Frittata and Potatoes.
Brunch at my place down the lane
Frittata with Zucchini (Serves 4):
4 Eggs – preferably organic or free range, 1/4 cup milk – I use soy milk, but there are many varieties available, 1/2 yellow union – preferable organic, 4 small sweet zucchini, 1/2 cup parmesan reggiano, salt/pepper to taste, turmeric*/cardamon**, Fresh Tarragon. Begin by slicing the onion and saute for 5-minutes over medium fire. Add finely sliced zucchini, washed and peeled. Stir into onions and continue to saute for 5 more minutes. In two bowls, separate egg whites and yolks. Whip egg whites until frothy; fold in egg yolks that have been seasoned with milk, salt, pepper, turmeric*, cardamon** and tarragon. Add to saute pan and sprinkle freshly grated parmesan over the top of the frothy egg mixture. Cook for 3-5 minutes, then cover. Do not remove the cover until you are ready to serve as the eggs will souffle. Exposing to air too soon will flatten it. This may be prepared an hour ahead of time, but will be more like ‘picnic food’ at a cool-ish temperature. Still very tasty, though. Slice in quarters to serve.
Potatoes:
Wash and cube 3 medium red skin potatoes. Add to a frying pan with heated olive oil over medium to medium-high heat. Give them a quick singe, then lower the heat while you add: 1 clove chopped garlic, 3 tbsp chopped parsley, salt n’ pepper with cardamon**. Fry for 3-5 minutes and transfer to a baking dish. Preheat oven to 375 degrees and cook potatoes for 20-30 minutes.
*Turmeric is an anti-inflammatory. The Hawaiians call it Olena and use it for an overall cure. For those who have juicers, add turmeric root to your daily juice diet. Or, add 1 tsp turmeric powder to your food. I do!
**In a pepper mill, combine 1/2 pepper corns and 1/2 cardamon pods. Cardamon enhances energy with courage. I like to eat a delicious meal that also has healing properties.
Bon appetit!
Merry Christmas Donna !
Wishing Y’all Christmas Cheer & Happy New Year 2014 !
Blue Christmas – Amy Andrews – 2012 – GA
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pU3-7kaEnYk
Blue Christmas – David – 2013 – Canada
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2VwWRpIinxs
If I Can Dream – Elvis Presley and Celine Dion – 2011 – Canada
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zthvHo4WMng
Teddy Bear (Let Me Be Your) – Elvis Presley – 1957 – TN
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XDkvzdSxn8E
Christmas Wish – Olivia Newton-John – 2007 – Australia
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KIYUaIzeWpg
Mary’s Boy Child – Tom Jones – 1993 – Wales
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qWlDJH6BHe8
White Christmas – Jody Quine – 2013 – Canada
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=prI-Q57Z7BE&feature=youtu.be
Little Drummer Boy – Pentatonix – 2013 – TX
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qJ_MGWio-vc
Rockin’ Little Christmas – Celeste Kellogg – 2011 – VA
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k71XakHd5P8&list=PLA57870D2EC36D25B
The Christmas Song – Keith Urban – 2011- TN
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CdzMkZAwWUY
Suspicious Minds – Carola Haggkvist – 2011 – Sweden
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5cO6o0Tpjus
Love You, Too – Jenna Bryson – 2012 – LA
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Clvxz_KsFIg
Santa Claus Is Coming To Town – Michael Buble – 2011- Canada
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SnA52s7qceM
Christmas Song Medley – Marie Digby – 2013 – LA
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QoT1rhHhq_Y
Cycle Set – Bobby Sherman & Donna Loren & The Beach Boys – 1965 – LA
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NAZZSQBeCG8
I’m gonna stick like glue, because I’m stuck on you !
Stuck On You – Elvis Presley – 1960 – TN
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FTBvq_ZgtHo
The Secret Way You Hold My Hand
Let’s Me Know That You Understand
All Of A Sudden My Heart Sings – Donna Loren – 1965 – Hawaii
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iJhAZWdLam4
When no one else can understand me !
When everything I do is wrong !
You give me hope and consolation !
You give me strength to carry on !
When you smile the world is brighter !
You touch my hand and I’m a king !
Your kiss to me is worth a fortune !
Donna your love for me is my everything !
The Wonder Of You – Elvis Presley – 1970 – TN
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jVzueXIXy3I
Santa Claus Is Coming To Town – Donna Loren – 1964 – LA
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EiTVo4nwjKU
Donna Christmas (Angel) of mine – Elvis Presley – 1962 – TN
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Ln5z1bWOts
I Just Wanna Be Your Teddy Bear For Christmas !
Happy Birthday Elvis Presley January 8, 2014 !
Donna Loren will sing (Let Me Be Your ) Teddy Bear
January 5th at The Echo Park Los Angeles, CA, USA
Art Fein’s 28th Annual Elvis Birthday Bash
Oh Donna !
Happy New Year 2014 !!
Tribute to the love songs of the sixties !!!
I Want To Hold Your Hand – The Beatles – 1964
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V-Ft1xjTXZ8
All Of A Sudden My Heart Sings – Donna Loren – 1965
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iJhAZWdLam4
Rag Doll – Four Seasons – 1964
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EwuL3Up_mpg&list=PL147F26EBDFB55AB6
I Only Want To Be With You – Dusty Springfield – 1963
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TJMJSpOQEvk
You’ve Lost That Loving Feeling – The Righteous Brothers – 1964
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XIHusZEIwio
Only You Can Do It – The Vernons – 1964
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TFsYBhOyn-c
Unchained Melody – Righteous Brother Bobby Hatfield -1966
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vCsVXdxBWZM
My Boyfriend’s Back – Donna Loren & The Righteous Brothers – 1965
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W4gN3rg1MUQ
I Got Lucky – Elvis Presley – 1962
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jc6vbZjsqbc
Among The Young – Donna Loren – Pajama Party – 1964
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D8UI_X-Mk1M
Donna Loren look-a-like 5 ft. 4 inches 125 lbs.
Somebody To Love – Rachael Potter – X-Factor 2013
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xq0h_0PwnGE
That’s The Boy (personal unreleased track) – Donna Loren – 1965
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JSzqqKB8ncM
Follow That Dream – Elvis Presley – 1962
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Am05yZehlAM
Happy New Year Everyone 2014 !#* !#* 1#*
Happy Birthday Elvis Presley born January 8th 1935
In The Ghetto – Elvis Presley – 1970
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qWcW1or6Q-w
Merry Christmas Baby – Donna Loren – 2010
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ccrRbPwreaQ
Suspicious Minds – Elvis Presley -1969
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8dYbOcLY6mA
Suspicious Minds – Carola Haggkvist – 2011
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5cO6o0Tpjus
Donna Loren look-a-like on television
Somebody To Love – Rachael Potter – X-Factor 2013
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xq0h_0PwnGE
2011 Asian Open Dance Pro, Tokyo, Japan
Riccardo Cocchi & Yulia – Dancing the Rumba
Half the World – Belinda Carlisle – Live Your Life Be Free -1991
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h0dYHv2A37s
Love Is All We Need – Michele Karmin – 2010
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wz1AYzsjIc8&list=UUnuFQd44FdZkKbNRfc8SErg
Dream Dream Dream – Evan and Jaron – 2013
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vrtqE9IpcpE
The Distance – Brian Hagene – 2011
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5QwbMVvJ0M4
White Christmas – Jody Quine – 2013
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=prI-Q57Z7BE&feature=c4-overview&list=UUJc7pu0LhhC444f006LH9cA
Blue Christmas – Amy Andrews – 2012
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pU3-7kaEnYk
Most Wonderful Voice Ever Singing
The Most Beautiful Lyrics Ever:
UNCHAINED MELODY
Oh my love my darling
I’ve hungered for your touch
A long lonely time
And time goes by so slowly
And time can do so much
Are you still mine
I need your love
I need your love
God speed your love to me
Lonely rivers flow to the sea to the sea
To the open arms of the sea
Lonely rivers sigh wait for me wait for me
I’ll be coming home wait for me
Oh my love my darling
I’ve hungered hungered for your touch
A long lonely time
And time goes by so slowly
And time can do so much
Are you still mine
I need your love
I need your love
God speed your love to me
Unchained Melody – Righteous Brother Bobby Hatfield -1966
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vCsVXdxBWZM
Just One Look – Bobby Sherman & Donna Loren -Shindig – 1965
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c0ckO_3d2gY