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Blueberry Pie to Die For.

15/8/2013

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Seth and Elizabeth. Sherburn MN

One can be surprised by a good news story in the most unexpected places.

This morning over breakfast we planned the ride for the day. As the owner and operator of the GPS, I offered an itinerary based on what I considered appropriate breaks, the first being at Sherburn MN. After the approximately ninety minutes on the I90E, we duly turned off to Sherburn and, ignoring the first offering closer to the exit ramp, we followed the GPS to the center of the village. 

The main street was exceptionally wide and rather quiet, but we did spot an establishment advertising itself as the "Cup N Saucer". It was open - pretty well all that was - and we we cheerfully greeted as we walked in.

A charming and switched on young lady was soon alongside explaining the specials, which to me sounded quite extraordinary for our location.  But as we had already eaten, we settled for drinks, but John and I both decided that the blueberry pie just had to be sampled. Worth it, worth it! John was still rhapsodizing over it at lunch time. Yep, it was really good.

The lass engaged us in conversation and as the conversation progressed we learned that she and her husband (the chef) had recently arrived in Sherburn from the Twin Cities to take over the restaurant.  Now listen to this: the restaurant (recently refurbished) was the prize in an essay writing competition!! The young couple, Seth and Elizabeth, had dreamed for some while of having there own business and when they saw the competition had no hesitation in entering. They also had to be interviewed.

It bears mentioning that apart from writing a good essay, Seth has a  degree in culinary arts and Elizabeth has an MBA, so they have got the kitchen and the front of ho
Anyhow, they won and are now the proud proprietors and are, according to us and some locals we spoke to after (Moto Guzzi Norge and Can.Am) really kicking goals. So should you happen to be within striking distance of Sherburn Minnesota and feely remotely peckish or thirsty, the "Cup N Saucer" is highly recommended for good food and cheerful personal service.

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Chris
15/8/2013 09:22:16 pm

Enjoying your blog Duncan, thanks for the blueberry pie tipoff. Next time I'm in whatever I will make a point of going to the cup n saucer.
I especially liked the photo of the four of you reflected in the shop window, worth front page!
You guys are away at a very opportune time. The election is DREADFUL. They are so intent on convergence that they are disappearing up each other's fundamentals. Best moment has been Abbot saying Rudd is not the "suppository" of all knowledge.

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Elizabeth Lintelman link
16/8/2013 04:57:15 am

Duncan and Liz - It was such a pleasure to meet you. We're thankful you stopped in our cafe and took the time to mention us in your blog.

Safe travels!
Elizabeth & Seth Lintelman

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Heinrich Voges
18/8/2013 09:19:46 pm

Elisabeth, schnell noch einmal ein Hinweis. Mein e-mail streikt immer noch. Vielleicht hat das Kirchenbuero in Frankemuth die einbaendige Litheran Encyclopedia zur Hand. Dort wird kurz ueber den Pastor Karl Roebbelen geschrieben. Schade das Mutti das nicht mehr erlebt. Aber immerhin Eure Polenreise.
Madume Vati

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sarah puente
22/8/2013 09:14:45 am

Thank you for writing this!!!! I am VERY proud of my sister and brother inlaw. What most people don't realize is that Elizabeth also works a full time job at a college in the Twin Cities commuting six times a week and has a one year old daughter all the while working at the cafe! So glad you were able to enjoy a treat there. Stop by for some avocado soup hmmmmmmm.

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    Duncan learned to ride a motorcycle at the age of twelve on a 50cc Honda belonging to his older brother, Ronald. The arrangement was a short ride in return for cleaning it. He has graduated over the years owning and riding many different bikes, but he has never ridden a Harley Davidson.

    Liz is a more recent inductee to motorcycles, her preferred mode of transport being a VW Golf. Although she rides pillion quite frequently, her luxuriant hair needs careful consideration. On a bike trip her best friend is her hairdryer; and a hot shower every morning is a sine qua non.

    Having grown up in South Africa, home for Duncan and Liz is Melbourne, Australia

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