Ahhhh I need to focus!! I am so excited about this new project that I haven’t been doing the work that needs to get done today.
OK, ok, I’ll share…
Can you keep a secret?
KERF is getting a makeover! FINALLY. I’ve been wanting a new theme for eons and I’m taking the plunge and purchasing one. SO excited because with the help of Jenn and Zest I’ve been able to learn how to do all of this stuff on my own. Like FTP and CSS!! Lots of research and lots of trial and error. Not sure when the new KERF will debut, but it will be in the next week or so. Shouldn’t be too many changes – only good ones!
[And you know how once a baby has been officially named you don’t tell the parents "oh I don’t like her name." Please be kind if the new site takes a little adjustment – but I promise it is as simple and clean as the current layout. Just updated!]
So now all the foods I eat come from boxes 🙂 Wine last night, the new boxed wine arrived today (finally!) and I got a selection of soups in the mail from Dr. McDougall’s.
A big plus to the box: Their boxes are eco-friendly and are made from sustainably managed forests and BPA free.
I normally despise canned soups. I don’t know if it’s the common use of onions or the tin can, but they always taste metallic to me and have a horrible after-taste. So I warned Dr. McDougall that I might be harsh! The only premade soups I have ever liked have been Pacific boxed soups, so I hope it’s the box that makes ’em good.
I decided on the Minestrone today.
Upon first sniff, I did not like it. It smelled like a canned soup 🙁
Heated it in a bowl…
And served in this awesome Crate + Barrel bowl they sent – along with placemat and napkin. I don’t have any bowls of this shape and size!!
And I’ve been wanting this Crate + Barrel napkin holder for ages!
I’m sure Doctor McDougall would approve of doctoring up soups
I added some olives, capers and Parrano cheese plus some Big Papi hot sauce and it was the perfect combo.
Despite not liking the smell, the soup actually tasted great. I liked it.
Served with the best crackers ever
I had planned for a pear too, but I was pretty full after the soup. So he just hung out next to my cup and I’m saving him for later
The soup left me with oniony breath 🙁 I’m chewing gum (which I rarely do) and that helped.
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Quaker Talk
Look who’s taking his turn on Awaken Your Senses!!
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Hop On It
Just got the word that Open Sky Shipping is FREE until Tuesday!!!
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My classmate should be here any minute – we’re both running so late today!! [And it never helps that my computer is slow as molasses, per usual]
Ashley says
I’m hard at work getting my new blog up and running as well!!! It is confusing =)
emmy - eatventures says
Oooh, yummy doctoring! I got that box from McDougall as well (love the huge soup bowl, my husband was so excited!) and so far I’ve been pretty impressed.
Maggie says
Working in online media/publishing I know how much goes into new designs–it’s not easy–so hope it goes well! Can’t wait to see it!
Diana says
That’s awesome, can’t wait to see the “new” KERF!
Allison (Eat Clean Live Green) says
Can’t wait to see the new KERF! I love that the samples were mailed eco-friendly, I hate opening mail that overflows with styrofoam!
Daria @ Daria Can Cook says
Can’t wait to see the new design! I need to spend some time learning about that stuff myself but I have no idea when I’ll get a chance to!
christie, honoring health says
Hoooray for a new theme. I can’t wait to see which one your bought. I bought “Thesis” and I love it, it is highly customizable and you don’t have to know CSS. The really cool part about it is that it is so customizable, that no two ever look alike. Good luck implementing your new them, I can’t wait to see it.
Kristen says
What a stash of soups!
Jessica @ How Sweet It Is says
Can’t wait to see it!! 🙂
Kat (Kat's Daily Plate) says
Kath,
I think its great that you are honest with your readers and with companies about your REAL review of their products. I think that is so important for a good blogger- to stay objective.
Can’t wait to see the new theme!
Anne [email protected] Weigh of Life says
Can’t wait to see the new KERF!
Julie @ Peanut Butter Fingers says
oooh how exciting! i’d love a new theme on my blog but all that computer mumbo-jumbo freaks me out! can’t wait to see yours!
Food Makes Fun Fuel says
Can’t wait for the makeover! That soup looks great
kay (eating machine) says
the pacific soups are crazy good! they’re made right by me, i’ve always wondered how wide their distrubution is…
i think boxed soup usually tastes better than cans.
Foodie (Fab and Delicious Food) says
Can’t wait to see the new theme/design!
Thanks for the review of the soup! Can’t wait for the other reviews! Awesome bowl and napkin holder!
Whitney @ Lettuce Love says
Can’t wait to see the new KERF! Happy Friday!
Estela @ Weekly Bite says
Looking forward to seeing the new site!
Susan says
I’ve been trying to figure out CSS off and on, and damn, it’s complicated! Can’t wait to see the new layout!
Seth @ Boy Meets Food says
If you, or any of your readers, need help with website stuff, give me a shout. I am a Web Designer, and can probably lend a hand.
Oh, and… looking forward to seeing the new layout.
Marisa (Trim The Fat) says
Oooh, how exciting to be designing your own site! You are a jack of all trades, Kath!
Soup looks yummy!
Ali @ Food, Fitness, Fashion says
YAY for your new look (not that there is anything wrong with the current one).
Minestrone soup is my fav. Looks great!
Pam says
Hey that’s great Kath! Can’t wait for the unveiling!
Enjoy!
skinnyrunner says
congrats on a blog makeover! cant wait to see it. im getting one too and so excited to the finished thing…
Mama Pea says
I may have actually told a new mother I didn’t like her baby’s name. It was Atticus. ‘Nuff said.
Lizzy says
i’m so excited for the updated site! yay!
The soup looks awesome too! do they sell this at stores?
Chloe (Naturally Frugal) says
Can’t wait to see the big reveal! I’m sure it will look fab since you are fab and everything you put up here is fab.
Jenna says
I’m interested to see how you like the lentil soup. I just had it last week and t hought it was meh…the smell really got me.
Lizzy…they do sell it in stores I got mine at Martins (giant store)
Can’t wait to see your make over kath.
Jenn (www. j3nn.net ) says
Love the box of soups! What an awesome sampler. I’m really into soups this year. So easy to make or reheat, and filling — perfect. 🙂
Jenn
Tay says
Congrats on the makeover! Can’t wait to see it 🙂
maria says
That’s A LOT of soup. Seriously. But I’m glad you liked it. I will have to keep my eyes peeled to see if I spot this anywhere. Any idea where it can be bought, besides online?
Kristen @ frostingandfroth.com says
Ah, I love Crate + Barrel so… Beautiful bowl and napkin ring.
Looking forward to the new KERF unveiling!
Paige@ Running Around Normal says
I’m excited for the unveiling of the new layout:)
I’ve never heard anyone say that about soup, but I could see how you’d think that.
Joelle (The Pancake Girl) says
How fun- changing your blog layout is like getting a new haircut or something! 😉
Jenna says
yay for the new makeover! those soups look good 🙂
jenna
Cara (Cara Craves...) says
Can’t wait to see what your final product will look like…I’m sure it will look fab.
Those boxed soups do look quite yummy, I think I would go for the Black Bean.
lynn (The Actors Diet) says
yum i love boxed soups. i crumble a little wheetabix in mine to thicken it up and add fiber (sounds strange but tastes good)
Heather @ Health, Happiness, and Hope says
How exciting about the blog makeover! Can’t wait to see how it all turns out… I’m sure it will be fabulous! 🙂
What neat soups! They all sound so good. Definitely loving your add-ins, and that bowl is beautiful!
xxoo
Heather
Heather @ Health, Happiness, and Hope says
How exciting about the blog makeover! Can’t wait to see how it all turns out… I’m sure it will be fabulous! 🙂
What neat soups! They all sound so good. Definitely loving your add-ins, and that bowl is beautiful!
Mike Zurick says
I love Wolfgang Puck’s canned soups, especially butternut squash. No need to add water.
Sarah @ The Foodie Diaries says
Hahaha i love the baby name analogy
Kath says
Lizzy + maria ,
Yes, it’s in stores. Check the store locator!
K
BroccoliHut says
What perfect timing to receive those soups–just in time for the chilly temps. I’ve heard such good things about Dr. McDougall products but never tried them–thanks for the info!
Jac says
can’t wait to see the new makeover!! the soup looks good, though so far, i’ve only tried canned soups.. for me, i dislike those instant ones the most!
Jenn (eating bender) says
I got those soups in the mail, too! I’m a big fan of the lentil + split pea. I haven’t tried the minestrone yet, but hopefully it will be another winner. Can’t argue with that awesome – albeit GIGANTIC – bowl, either!