| 1 | Terry marks and joe gallo are both native new orleanians. |
| 2 | Joe"s family was raised in independence, louisiana on their own strawberry farm. |
| 3 | Terry and joe own and operate gm signs in metairie as their primary business, but look forward every year to getting the concession trailer ready for the jazz fest. |
| 4 | Joe"s mother frances and a host of joe"s aunts, uncles and other relatives and friends work for many hours before and during the fest preparing the chocolate-dipped strawberries. |
| 5 | At the fest, joe, terry, their wives dale gallo and linda marks, and many friends and relatives work hauling ice, restocking supplies, making the smoothies, and serving customers. |
| 6 | In a vitamix machine or blender, place strawberries, honey and water. |
| 7 | Blend at high speed while adding crushed ice to achieve desired consistency. |
| 8 | Smoothie should be stiff enough to hold a straw, but still be pourable. |
| 9 | It takes a little practice to get it just right. |
| 10 | This will yield 4 to 5 (8 oz). |
| 11 | Drinks. walt m |
