Herb Garden Plants

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Herb Garden Plants

Herb plants come in annuals, perennials, and biennials like other types of plants. There are so many different types of herbs and each one is different.

If you are interested in a specific type of herb, you should research that one to understand the care it needs and how to use it properly. This article will get you started in understanding general different types of herb plants and what they are used for.

Annuals like basil, cilantro, and summer savory will not survive a frost. They need to be planted from a seed or a small plant every year. Perennials like sage and winter savory can survive colder temperatures and will return year after year.

Biennial herbs are plants that form leaves in their first growing season and flowers and seed in the second season, then die. Biennial herbs like parsley, angelica, or caraway should be sown in late spring directly into the garden. Prepare the soil first by working it to a fine texture and wet it slightly.

Plant the seeds in shallow rows then firm the soil on top of them. Fine seeds can be planted in a mixture of sand which will allow them to spread more evenly. You can also cover the bed with wet burlap or paper in order to keep the soil moist during germination.

Herbs are also grouped into the categories for which they are used. Culinary herbs are probably the most useful to herb gardeners. They have a huge range of different uses in cooking.

Because of their strong flavors, herbs like chives, thyme, basil, sage, savory, and marjoram are generally used in small quantities to add flavor to different types of food. Parsley is an extremely popular herb that is used mostly as a garnish. Aromatic herbs have pleasant smelling flowers or foliage.

Oils from aromatic herbs like loyage, mint, and rosemary can be used to make different types of perfumes, toilet water, or other various scents. Parts of aromatic herb plants used intact can also be used in the home to scent linens or clothing.

They can also be dried and made into potpourri which will enable them to be able to retain their aroma for a long period of time. Lavender and lemon verbena are great herbs to use for potpourri. Some herbs are also used for medicinal purposes. For centuries herbs have been thought to have the ability to cure the body.

Present medical knowledge recognizes that some herbs are beneficial to one's health, others are overrated. Herbs used for medicinal purposes should be used carefully. Some herbs are harmless but others can be dangerous if eaten.

Some herbs are not used for their flavor, power to heal or fragrance. Some herbs are also used for their beauty. Ornamental herbs have brightly colored flowers and foliage. Many have whitish or various light colored flowers like valerian which has crimson blossoms and borage and chicory which grow gorgeous blue flowers.

While herbs can be categorized into these different categories of uses, many herbs have multiple purposes. For example, mint may be used for cooking, tea, and pest control. Whatever the reason you have an interest in herbs, by understanding herb garden plants you are able to pick the herbs that will be most useful to you.

Helpful Tips for a Beautiful and Flawless Skin

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Helpful Tips for a Beautiful and Flawless Skin

We all want to wake up to having perfect skin. So what is the secret of flawless skin? The secret to beautiful skin is no secret at allwhat you have to do is take care of yourself by routinely following a few tips (and perhaps a detox from time to time). Complete skin care can be summed up in three categories, all of which are equally important: nourishment, skin hygiene, and stress.

Nourishment

When it comes to skin care, everyone focuses on the cleansing and moisturizing but what we tend to forget is that nourishment is the real basis. Be sure to eat enough vegetables and fruits, and choose food rich in proteins, antioxidants, and vitamins, especially vitamin C.

Lower your intake of sugar and dairy products, except yogurt which is actually good for you due to its helpful bacteria. You should also cut down on alcohol and caffeine, and try to avoid fried and spicy food.

Apart from food, your daily consumption of water is also significant for the state of your skin. Make sure to drink enough of it, about 2 liters per day.

Stress

You can have a perfect diet and your skin cleaning technique may be spotless, yet it is also important to note that stress also leaves a mark on our skin, especially in the form of wrinkles and skin dryness. The skin on your face is influenced by stress as much as the rest of your body.

There are different ways to reduce stress, if possible lessen or eliminate stress factor but also try doing any kind of sport or exercise. Sleep is also crucial for stress management, so try to sleep for 8 hours every day.

Skin hygiene

So, apart from food and stress, you also have to take care of your skin hygiene. When cleaning your skin, make sure you use products that suit your skin type. But regardless if your skin belongs to normal, oily, dry, combination or sensitive skin type, the routine is the same: cleansing, exfoliating, moisturizing and applying sun cream.

Cleanse your skin daily

When cleansing your skin, make sure you wipe off your makeup first. This is even more relevant when it comes to waterproof makeup because makeup blocks pores which can result in blackheads. You can cleanse your skin with different products but what is more important is the frequency of cleansing. It is enough to clean their face once or twice a day.

Wash your face in warm water, as hot water can actually make your skin more oily. Also, popping pimples is not a good idea, since it can lead to scarring. Try to lower the swelling by using rose water or baking soda.

Pro tip: since daily removal of waterproof mascara can irritate the sensitive skin around your eyes try using semi permanent eyelashes instead.

Moisturize to protect your skin

After cleaning your skin, use moisturizer to shield your skin from dirt and elements. Though moisturizing is useful do not apply it during the night, as skin needs rest too. If you dont want to use a product, you may want to try some natural alternatives such as shea butter, aloe vera, coconut or olive oil.

Exfoliate weekly

Apart from cleaning the skin, it is also important to exfoliate it as well. Exfoliating offers deeper cleansing of pores and removal of dead skin cells. It shouldnt be done too often, no more than once or twice a week. You can use any kind of facial scrubs but you can also use baking soda, sea salt or honey and even coffee!

Applying sun cream

Sun rays, including UVA and UVB rays, harm your skin in the long run, by causing wrinkles and spots. This is why it is important to use sun cream to protect your skin. Apply creams with the SPF of 30 or higher. Do not only use it on the beach at summer time but also in snowy mountains, as snow also reflects the sun.

All in all, it is not impossible to have beautiful skin, but you have to be persistent. Create your personal skin cleaning routine, find the time and ways to relax and take care of your diet. These tips should provide you with beautiful and flawless skin even without the use of professional makeup or Photoshop.

Heat Up Your Thanksgiving Dinner

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Heat Up Your Thanksgiving Dinner

Did you know that research reflects eating chiles at least 24 out of every 30 days really assists overall health and well-being. This research was conducted by Jin Y. Kang, MD of the National University of Singapore and reported in my book, "Real Women Eat Chiles".

A few assorted facts from his study reflects that ulcer-free patients ate 2.6 times more chile than those with ulcers. Those who got ulcers only ate chiles 8 times a month compared with those who them 24 times. Eating chiles also helps reduce hypertension, by increasing the pulse which helps stem off strokes and the ravishing effects of high blood pressure.

Increase your health happily, by adding chiles to your Thanksgiving dinner. Add green or red chile to the stuffing (or dressing), as well as to the gravy. Pure, ground red or green chiles are the easiest way to add them.

You can also add chiles to your side dishes or salads. Some ideas are powdered or crushed red chile is wonderful along with cinnamon or nutmeg with sweet potatoes. Crushed caribe chile is terrific on green vegetables, from green beans to Brussels sprouts to broccoli. You can also add lemon or lime juice or a special vinegar such as sherry or balsamic. Add chiles to spice walnuts, pecans or croutons for salad garnishes.

And believe it or not, chiles are great in desserts, from chocolate cake to pumpkin pie. So live it up--chiles lift your heart and your health!!

Here's some fun ideas for spicy appetizers. For a different taste and perfect timing for fall harvest, prepare Roasted Beets with Romesco sauce several days ahead of time and serve cold. Or try Grilled Serrano-Lime Shrimp which can be marinated a day or two ahead for last minute grilling or broiling. These recipes are from the new expanded revision of Chili Madness cookbook, published, October, 2008.

ROASTED BEETS WITH ROMESCO SAUCE

Beets are either loved or hated, and many people are in the latter camp. But I have won over dedicated beet haters by serving them this appetizer. You will be amazed at how terrific the roasted beets taste with this creamy, spicy, flavorful sauce. I sampled this dish first as a Spanish tapa, and I have been making it ever since. The sauce, by the way, can substitute for a remoulade sauce with seafood such as shrimp, crab, or crayfish, or with vegetables, such as steamed or boiled tiny new potatoes. When roasting, leave 3 inches of stem on the beets to prevent the juice from bleeding too much.

Yield: Serves 6

6 to 8 small fresh beets (about 1 bunch)
1 medium-size ripe tomato
2 large cloves garlic
5 blanched almonds
1 Tablespoons red wine vinegar
cup good-quality extra-virgin olive oil
corn tortilla (6-inch), torn into chunks
1 Tablespoon pure ground mild red chile
Generous pinch of pequin quebrado
Salt and freshly ground pepper

1.Prepare the beets: Preheat the oven to 350F. Wash and dry the beets, and trim the stems to 3 inches long (you can discard the leaves or reserve them for another use).

2.Place the beets on a baking sheet and transfer them to the oven. Roast the beets until their skins move slightly when touched with a spoon, about 30 minutes for small beets (less then 2 inches in diameter), up to 60 minutes for larger beets.

3.While the beats are roasting, prepare the romesco sauce: Rinse the tomato, remove the core, and cut a very shallow X into the bottom (this will allow you to remove the tomato's skin when it's cooked). Place the tomato, stem end up, the garlic, and the almonds on an ungreased baking sheet and place them in the oven. Roast in the oven along with the beets for about 15 minutes. Remove the garlic and almonds. Then continue to roast the tomato until it is soft, about 15 minutes more. Remove it from the oven. When the tomato and the garlic cloves are cool enough to handle, slip off the skins.

4.Let the beets cool until they're still warm but not hot to the touch. Then peel them by tugging at the skin with a sharp paring knife- the skin and stems should slip off. Any stubborn portions will need to be peeled with a knife. Dice the beets into -inch cubes.

5.Pour 1/3 cup water, the vinegar, and the oil into a blender. Add the roasted tomato, garlic, and almonds, followed by the tortilla chunks, ground chile, pequin quebrado, and salt and black pepper to taste. Process until smooth. Then Tast, and adjust the seasonings as needed. Transfer the sauce to a small serving bowl.

6.Center the bowl of sauce on a serving platter and surround it with the diced beets. Provide toothpicks for piercing the beets and dipping them into the sauce.

GRILLED SERRANO-LIME SHRIMP

These zesty shrimp are marinated in freshly squeezed lime juice, then amped up with hot Serrano chiles. They're excellent party fare and an elegant appetizer for an intimate dinner. You can double, triple or even quadruple the recipe as you with.

Yield: Serves 6

cup fresh lime juice
2 serrano chiles (or to taste), stemmed, seeded (if you wish to reduce the heat), and finely minced
teaspoon salt
2 cloves garlic, minced
24 medium-size shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 teaspoon crushed caribe chile or pequin quebrado, for garnish
1 small bunch fresh cilantro or Italian (flat-leaf) parsley, for garnish

1.Place the lime juice, serranos, salt, and garlic in a large nonreactive bowl and stir to combine. Blot the shrimp dry with paper towels and add them to the marinade. Marinate the shrimp, covered, in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or up to a day.

2.Preheat the grill or broiler to medium-high heat.

3.Thread the shrimp onto metal skewers, 3 or 4 shrimp to a skewer, piercing the center of the shrimp and making sure each shrimp nests under the previous one and faces the same way. Make sure the shrimp aren't tightly squeezed together, as this will produce uneven cooking.

4.Grill the shrimp until they just turn pink, 2 to 3 minutes per side. (Be careful not to overcook them, or they will become tough and dry)

5.Transfer the shrimp, still on their skewers, to a serving platter. Sprinkle with the crushed caribe chile, then garnish with the cilantro sprigs. Serve warm.

Heart Attack An overview

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Heart Attack An overview

Before knowing how to survive a heart attack, you must first know what is happening to your body when a heart attack occurs.

WHAT HAPPENS IN A HEART ATTACK?

A sudden rupture in the artery walls may leads to blood clot formation across arteries causing blockages in arteries. This will result as a barrier for blood to flow through these blocked arteries. As a result, the heart muscle becomes starved for oxygen and sudden death of heart muscle cells will occur, causing permanent damage. This process is called a heart attack. A heart attack is also known as myocardial infarction (MI). A heart attack can also occur by a spasm of a coronary artery. During coronary artery spasm, the coronary arteries restrict the blood supply to the heart muscle resulting heart attack.

HOW TO SURVIVE A HEART ATTACK?

To survive from a heart attack can be done in three important steps.

Assessing the signs of a heart attack

1) Pay attention to chest pain

You may be experiencing sudden crushing pain for heart attack rather mild chest pain. During a heart attack, you will feel the pain like a heavy weight on your chest, or pressure or tightness around the chest. You may be experiencing a heart burn. There is a chance of spreading the pain to other body parts like neck, shoulders, back, jaw, teeth, and abdomen

2) Be aware of other symptoms

Some people will not experience chest pain during heart attack, so must aware of other symptoms like

shortness of breath, feeling sick to your stomach, dizziness or lightheadedness, anxiety

3) Know the signs of a heart attack in women

A common symptom for women and men is chest pain. But there are some cases where heart attack occurs with mild chest pain or without chest pain. Women, some older peoples and people with diabetes will have the following symptoms

There will be a sudden crushing pain for heart attack that may appear and recede, or may begin slowly and increase in severity over time, the ease with rest and increase during physical exertion.
There will be pain in the jaw, upper abdomen, neck or back 
There will be cold sweats, nausea, and vomiting
Breaking out in cold, nervous sweat is a common symptom in women( like stress or anxiety)
Shortness of breath, lightheadedness and fainting
Sudden, unusual or unexplained fatigue
Anxiety

4) React quickly to symptoms.

Those who reach the hospital with in the first hour of heart attack have higher chance of survival
Dont ignore any symptoms, seek medical attention as soon as possible

Getting help during a heart attack

1) Seek medical attention immediately

2) Make people aware that you may be having a heart attack

If you are with your family or you are out in public while experiencing heart attack, let people know to take you to hospital

3) Minimize activity

Sit down, rest and wait for emergency medical services to arrive. Exertion can strain your heart during heart attack

4) Take an aspirin or nitroglycerin, if appropriate.

Recovering from a heart attack

1) Follow professional medical advice after the heart attack

You must follow your doctors prescriptions and advice when you survive a heart attack. There will be medications to lower your blood clotting. And you must be advised to take the medication for the rest of your life.

2) Be aware of changes in your emotions and outlook

There is a chance of having depression for the patients after having a heart attack. And depression may develop from the following thoughts

Embarrassment
Self-doubt
Feelings of inadequacy
Guilt over previous lifestyle choices
Fear or uncertainty about the future.

 Support from family, friends and relatives can bring the patient back to normal life.

3) Know the risks of a second heart attack

If you have a heart attack, then the chance for having the second heart attack is higher. The chance of having second heart attack can increase by the following the factors

Smoking
Stress
High cholesterol
Diabetes
High blood pressure
Obesity
inactivity

4) Make changes in your lifestyle

Bringing new changes in your life can make you healthy and prevent from having a second heart attack. You must include following factors in your lifestyle to make you healthy

Stop smoking.
Reduce your weight
Cut down on alcohol consumption
Lower your cholesterol.
Reduce your intake of saturated and trans fats

Health Benefits of Ginger Root

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Health Benefits of Ginger Root

Ginger root has long been known to be very effective against many illnesses and diseases. Ginger root is a natural herb, or spice and can be safely consumed without any side-effects.

Ginger is a culinary spice known to add its pungent taste and aroma to whatever dish it is added to. It has a long history as a culinary spice and medicinal herb for thousands of years in Asia, and has been exported to the West thanks to Eastern traders. Since then it has become a staple in most kitchens around the world.

There are many known health benefits of ginger root and other plant foods, but because they are safe for frequent use in reasonable amounts, The medicinal properties of ginger, particularly useful in the upkeep of digestive system health cannot be overemphasized. Other traditional uses of the herb include the enhancement of metabolic functions and support of digestive calm following the intake of meals while promoting regular bowel movement.

Ginger contains antioxidants. Antioxidants are found in certain food like garlic, green tea, coffee, red wine and apples. These are responsible for fighting free radicals which naturally occur inside the body, and which contribute to the development of health problems such as heart disease and cancer.

Aside from that, it acts as a natural anti inflammatory in health problems like arthritis, ulcerative colitis, bursitis and bronchitis. While no major side effects are associated with taking ginger as a medicinal herb, caution is advised to those with gallstones. Consult your physician first before taking it.

Ginger root has been shown to provide effective relief for migraines and headaches of all types, but ginger capsules will not be found alongside over the counter remedies such as Tylenol and aspirin, at least in American pharmacies. On the other hand, benefits of ginger root include relief of nausea. Continued use will not lead to ulcers and it is extremely safe,

It has a blood thinning effect, this is good for the body as it helps prevent blood clots which if left untreated in the body can lead to strokes and heart attacks. It's a natural anti-inflammatory especially helpful with arthritic conditions. In one study a ginger preparation helped relieve pain and swelling in 75% of the people tested.

Some ways ginger helps are:

Digestive system- Ginger helps with breaking down your food. The digestive component of your body is helped with the small amount of ginger you give it.

It helps to naturally clean out the lungs and get relief from asthma, or shortness of breath. It also helps to get rid of the mucus in the throat.

It helps to build up your immune system to help you fight against getting a cold, fever, and even HIV which is an auto-immune disease.

Health Benefits of Ginger Tea: Improves circulation and blood flow, Relieves cold and flu symptoms, Helps regulate blood sugar, Reduces menstrual cramping.

Healing Your Experience of Inner Emptiness

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Healing Your Experience of Inner Emptiness

What do you think causes you to feel empty inside? Is it the lack of other people in your life and what they're not doing, or that we have not fulfilled a dream we've long had? When I was younger, I had no clue about what was important to me or how I was feeling. I had been taught to care for everyone around me and learned to ignore my own inner voice. I had abandoned my most important relationship ...my relationship with myself and I didn't know what it meant to love and support 'me'.

I've worked with many people who feel empty inside. They often think something is missing in their lives and attempt to focus on life outside of themselves instead of looking inward. Generally, I hear: "I am upset because I don't have or get enough ... "

attention
love
money
approval from family
approval from friends

Does this sound familiar to you? Many of us attempt to rely too much on other people or things to meet our needs and fulfill us vs. focusing on loving and supporting ourselves and meeting our own needs. This often looks like blaming others (as well as things) for where we are at in our lives.

My life would have meaning if I had a partner.
I am stuck in this job (that doesn't fulfill me) because I have a family to feed.
She took the only man I've ever loved, or the only job I have ever wanted.
My partner won't marry me, ...he doesn't provide me with enough stimulation and I am bored.
Life is boring, and nothing excites me.

Do you ever hear yourself thinking these thoughts, or reflecting examples like these to others? I certainly have, but realize that none of these excuses cause inner emptiness. People who feel empty inside generally experience themselves as flawed. There's a core wounding and worthiness issue that stems from programmed beliefs about who we are. We lack a sense of deserving to have what we want. Often, our unnecessary fears and hostility from others cause us to come to conclusions like, "there is something seriously wrong with me. ...I am not enough". We're bad, inadequate, selfish, unlovable, un-important ...always wrong. Our wounded self operates from a core of shame and it's a powerful force.

Negative thoughts and unconscious core beliefs cause people to engage in unhealthy activities and behaviors. People use processes or substances as an addict who's attempting to fill a large dark and empty well. We cause our emptiness through our own self-judgement. We abandon ourselves through numbing our feelings or ignoring our need to eat, sleep or even go to the bathroom by staying in our head and ignoring what we feel. When we believe we're not good enough we'll turn our focus outside of ourselves and attempt to make other people responsible for loving and supporting us. We seek attention through what we wear, caretaking, niceness, over-talking or story-telling. We use sex to feel okay with ourselves but end up feeling more empty.

What are some things you do that distract you from being present to who you are and what's best for you? Have you ever found yourself using unhealthy behaviors that have become a bad habit? Process activities like anger, blame, over-shopping, over-spending, over-working, over-eating, over-exercising, computer games, email, gambling, internet, telephone, or watching too much television? What about substances like: food, sugar, alcohol, cigarettes or drugs? While these might work for some in the moment, it won't be long before the pain of separation is back. The problem with all of these choices is that they only address the symptom of inner emptiness and not the underlying cause. They are not healthy solutions.

As an adult, its important to separate yourself from negative projections from your past that have no real basis in what's true for you today. Take your power back! ...don't let remnants of negative energy (from others) run your life.

Inner emptiness is caused by a lack of connection to the love you feel inside and to spirit.

What's missing is the love coming through us and long forgotten passions that give us a sense of purpose in the world. Inner emptiness is caused by self-abandonment and not caring for, nor loving ourselves enough. It is not caused by anything or anyone outside of us. The only thing that truly fills the emptiness is Love for yourself, for others and towards something that gives you a sense of passion and a higher purpose in your life. Today you are in charge of your happiness and your destiny. Happy, people have learned to meet their own needs and to make themselves a priority.

So how do we do it?

By shifting your attention and focus inward.

Take time to get to know what's important to you by getting in touch with how you feel about things in your daily life.

Take a good look at your relationship, your friendships, what your are eating, how you're sleeping, where you work and your home environment. Notice what is reflected back to you and how you feel about it. How are these things serving you? ... and if they are not, what are you going to do to change them?

When you hear yourself ask for something you need, attend to your needs.

If you don't like going to the gym (and you're going to be watching the clock the whole time your there), ...don't go! I've been there, ...do something else. Try something new!

If you are not connected to your companies mission statement, it's slowly killing you to work there!

Feeling gloomy, perhaps it's your environment trying to share something with you. Re-paint your walls to reflect more joy, ...take the curtains down and let more light in!

Love yourself as well as others through greater self-care practices on a daily basis. Small-steps lead to big-change!

Live your life to the fullest and enjoy the process and learning that can be had from trying something completely different and a new adventure!

All Life's Best Always,

Tina Morse MA, MFT

Greeting in Thailand vs Greeting in Zambia - How Two Different Cultures Compare

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Greeting in Thailand vs Greeting in Zambia - How Two Different Cultures Compare

When it comes to visiting different countries it is often a good idea to familiarise yourself with the basics of communicating with the natives of the country you are planning to visit. In such scenarios it becomes beneficial to utilise translation services although learning basic greetings in a foreign language may not necessarily warrant the use of professional translation services. There are many ways in which you can pick up the basic lingo through means such as language translation apps. We have previously highlighted some useful translation apps for travellers including apps such as Google Translate and Trip Lingo which can both help in communicating in foreign languages.

Below we explore two different cultures and languages and how people generally greet each other.

Thailand                                                                                  

The Thai language is native to over 20 million speakers and is a second language for over 40 million people. Thailand attracts many tourists from all corners of the globe from its rich culture, beautiful beaches and friendly people many travellers often decide to stay or return after visiting Thailand. Backpackers can be seen flocking the streets of Bangkok and the famous Khao San Road located in Bangkok is perfect for affordable hour long massages less than the value of GBP 5.00. With many vibrant bars and plenty of Thai street food to choose from this is a must go place when visiting Bangkok.

So you have chosen to visit Thailand. Now how do you greet people?

In Thailand the way you greet people depends on your gender. Males and females greet differently and learning this will sure impress the locals as it shows you have taken time to appreciate the culture.

When meeting or greeting someone men say Sawatdee Krap and women say Sawatdee-Kah which both translate from Thai to English as hello. The greeting is returned with the other party repeating the same.

Whilst greeting both hands are put together in a prayer like position with the fingers extended to the chest and a slight bow with the head. The higher the hands are placed the more respect is show to the other person. Do remember to never place the tips of the fingers above the eyes as this may be a sign of disrespect.

In Thailand people are often referred to by their first name whether in a formal or informal setting. If your name is John Smith you would be referred to as Mr John. This is not to be taken as an insult or demeaning as in the west we would say Mr Smith.

Although spoken by the majority in the South East region of Asia the Thai language is not the only language spoken there. Other minority languages exist in various regions such as the Lao dialect of Isan and the Malay language most prevalent around the Thai/Malaysian border.

Zambia

In comparison to Thailand, Zambia the landlocked county located in southern Africa is home to a population of just over 16 million people. Tourists are mainly attracted to Zambia due to the countrys wildlife and natural wonders such as the Zambezi River and Victoria falls. From its beautiful resorts to friendly culture this is one place in Africa which offers beautiful safari holidays for all to enjoy.

In Zambia the most common spoken languages are Bemba and Nyanja with both languages spoken by over 60% of the population. Although English is the official language taught in schools and used in formal settings it is safe to say you will not find it hard to communicate coming from an English background. However if you would like to impress the locals by learning some basics here is how to greet in Bemba and Nyanja.

Bemba Muli-Shani meaning how are you. You would respond with Wino-Shani (pronounced weno-shaani) which means Im fine, how are you? The other person would the respond with Wino stating they are ok.

Nyanja Muli-Bwanji means how are you? You respond with Bwino-Bwanji (pronounced bweeno-bwanji) of which the other party responds with Bwino which means they are fine.

In comparison to the Thai language where different sexes use different words to greet one another in Zambian culture greeting is the same regardless of whether you are male or female. A verbal greeting is also conducted with a hand shake by both men and women.

Have you visited any other countries where greetings are different for men or women? Share with us below any greeting tips for a particular country you live in or have visited.

Great News For Folks With Nut Allergies!

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Great News For Folks With Nut Allergies!

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People who are allergic to one type of nut are usually told to avoid all types of tree nuts, however, this may be an unnecessary caution.
Good News for Those With Nut Allergies
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Here are some nutty facts for you to consider. Nuts that we eat are called culinary nuts and they are the fruits or seeds of plants. They are known for their fat content, usually classified as "healthy fats", although not all nuts are high in fat. There are four categories of culinary nuts:

True or botanical nuts which are dry and hard-shelled. Hazelnuts, acorns, and chestnuts fall into this category.
Drupes which have fleshy fruit surrounding a stone, or pit, and contain a seed. Almonds are an example.
Gymnosperms which are naked seeds like pine nuts.
Angiosperm seeds which are unenclosed seeds within a larger fruit like peanuts.
Nuts have been consumed by humans all over the globe for thousands of years, as snacks, as garnish, and to add flavor to all kinds of dishes. Today there are eleven kinds of nuts that make up most of the nut market globally.

Almonds
Cashews
Chestnuts
Coconuts
Hazelnuts
Macadamia Nuts
Peanuts
Pecans
Pine nuts
Pistachios
Walnuts
Thats all good for those who love nuts and regularly consume them, but manypeople have nut allergies. In fact, in the U.S., approximately three million people report allergies to peanuts and tree nuts. Studies show the number of children living with peanut allergy appears to have tripled between 1997 and 2008.

Conventional wisdom says that if someone is allergic to one type of nut, they should avoid all nuts. However, in a new study conducted by the American College of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology (ACAAI), 109 patients who were allergic to nuts were tested. The patients in the study were given skin and blood tests to determine if they were allergic to nuts they had never eaten before. The tests showed that indeed, they were sensitive to these other nuts, but then they were given an oral challenge. When asked to eat small amounts of these nuts half of the participants had no adverse reaction.

The symptoms of nut allergies should be taken seriously. At the worst end of the reaction spectrum, anaphylaxis can occur, while other symptoms range from vomiting, nausea, diarrhea, pain, and itchiness. However, the idea that if youre allergic to one kind of nut, youre allergic to them all might not be as clear cut as was previously thought. In addition to highly sensitive blood tests, people with nut allergies can also consider what the experts call an oral food challenge, eating small amounts of nuts to test for reactions.

All of this could be good news for people with an allergy to one type of nut. They may be able to find other nuts to include in their diets. This is especially good news considering that tree nuts may reduce cancer risk.

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Going On A Food Trip In San Juan, Puerto Rico

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Going On A Food Trip In San Juan, Puerto Rico

Your experience of a place would not be complete without a taste of its culinary offerings. In Puerto Rico, its criolla dishes are a must-try although international and fusion cuisines are also served in a lot of restaurants. Dining options run the gamut from upscale places to casual diners. The capital, San Juan, offers a wide and interesting variety of restaurants and is the perfect place for the ultimate Puerto Rican food experience.

Comida criolla or creole food refers to the local cuisine in Puerto Rico. It's a melting pot (no pun intended) of traditional Taino food, Spanish culinary influence, and African cooking. Some of the most popular criolla dishes are lechon asado (roasted pork), adobo (seasoning made of vinegar, paprika, oil, garlin, and oregano), asopoa de pollo (stewed chicken), habichuelas (rice and red beans served with meat), and sofrito (a sauce made of cilantro onion, garlic, pepper, and other seasonings and spices). Criolla cooking also features several manners of cooking plantains. There's tostones which is mashed green plantains, platanos which slightly varies from tostones in cooking style, and mofongo which is a ball of crushed plantains mixed with meat or seafood that were fried and flavored with seasonings such garlic and tomato-based sauce.

Being nestled in the abundant waters of the Caribbean, Puerto Rico certainly cannot do without seafood cuisines. The tastiest seafood dishes can be found in the coastal cities. The Caribbean lobster is one of the premier catches in restaurants although the dolphinfish and red snapper are popular as well. The most well-known seafood specialty however would probably be the conch stuffed with tomato for a fritter or served with a ceviche salad.

To further promote criolla cuisine to travelers, the government has created the Mesones Gastronomicos program. In this project, the 30 participating restaurants throughout the island will all serve traditional Puerto Rican fare. It doesn't mean though that you can only taste authentic criolla cooking in these dining places. Smaller restaurants that offer native cuisines abound in San Juan and the rest of Puerto Rico.

Other upscale restaurants specialize in what is called the Nuevo Latino cuisine, a culinary style similar to criolla but predominantly uses fruits, fish, and tubers as main ingredients with tropical marinades and dark rum sauces as primary flavors. Most ingredients in Nuevo Latino cooking are locally sourced so as to maximize the fresh flavors of the produce. Restaurants serving this cuisine are mostly found in San Juan and other bigger cities of Puerto Rico. Tourists who crave for international cuisines won't be disappointed as well. There are a lot of dining areas in San Juan that serve Italian, French, Arabian, Mexican, American, German, and Latin American dishes.

Along with the sumptuous food, another major part of Puerto Rican food is the beverage. This Caribbean island is also known for its strong drinks, its national beverage being the rum. There are about 20 different varieties of rum here. Puerto Rican coffee also packs a strong punch. It can be served as espresso, sweetened or with milk which is known as cafe con leche. If you're looking for a milder drink, you can try coco frio which is served on a chilled coconut and a selection of fresh fruit juices.

Budget meals in Puerto Rico usually range from $5 to $15 while higher end dining can go up to $35. Upscale restaurants often require a dress code such as collared shirts for men and stylish apparel for women while the most expensive dining venues are usually black tie. Making a reservation is recommended especially from mid-November to April when tourists are usually flocking to Puerto Rico.

Get Familiar with the Usability of Glass and Plastic Containers

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Get Familiar with the Usability of Glass and Plastic Containers

There is a common myth prevailing in many of us i.e. glass is better than plastics. However, this is not at all true. Glass products whether it is a container or any other thing it has same effects as the plastics. It is capable of causing the same damage to the environment as done by plastics.

Since human beings are in constant need of these products, we all have come up with recycling of these products. Now, instead of just abandoning a plastic or glass, we all tend to reuse it again and again to cater our own needs and at the same time preventing to from damaging the environment.

Now, some of might be wondering, with so many disadvantageous factors which product will prove to be a better one. Although, it is quite difficult to tell exactly which types of containers are better for mankind but still, mentioned below is a concise detail about each of the product which will help you to take better decisions.

What is Glass Containers?

Glass containers are something which we all are required to use on regular basis. It, in fact, is used for storing food and beverages in most parts of the world. Mentioned below are the pros and cons related to the use of a glass product.

Advantages of Glass Bottles

There are in general three basic advantages of using a glass container which is mentioned below:

Easy to use: The glass products are actually easy to use and take care of. If you have a glass container carrying some sort of edible item it, you can simply wash it and use it somewhere else.  
Durable: The glass food storage containers are designed in such a way so that it offers a long lasting effect on any sort of climatic conditions. You can put it in your refrigerator or you can simply put it under direct sunlight. A product made of glass will offer much better protection to the item put in it than any other product unless it gets damaged or gets broke.
Long Lasting Effects: A Tupperware made of glass will last much longer than any other kind of products.

Disadvantages of Glass Bottles

Needs Attention: If you have a container made up of glass, you will need to pay a lot more attention than any other thing. Glass can break easily. Even a minor negligence can lead to some major problems.
Weight: This is probably the most common issue with glass containers. These products can really get quite heavy in terms of its design and texture.
Non-Degradable: A product made of glass will take years to degrade and thus will affect the environment.

What is Plastic Containers?

Plastics are probably the worst yet vital invention by the mankind. It is required on our day-to-day basis. If you want to know more about the product, just go through the below passages.

Advantages of Plastic Bottles

Weightless: This is probably the most beneficial aspect of a plastic container. These things are negligible in weight. Hence, it really becomes easy to carry around a container made of plastic.
Durable: If managed properly, these things will last long. It is also very convenient to carry relatively heavy products in it without much difficulty.  

Disadvantages of Plastic Bottles

Health Issues: The first and foremost risk which comes with a plastic container is that it can cause some serious issues to our health. It has been scientifically proven that plastics are harmful to not only to nature but also to the mankind.
Get Damaged Easily: Unlike a glass container, plastic containers can get damaged easily. Even a small scratch is enough to ruin it completely.

So, these were all the things you should need to know to make better decisions in your life. Thus, from next time onwards whenever you go out to buy any of these products, make sure to choose a proper one for yourself.

Gas Stoves For Sale

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Gas Stoves For Sale

Gas stoves are greatly preferred for homes and restaurants. Gas stoves use flammable gases such as liquefied petroleum gas, propane natural gas and butane. In gas stoves the heat distribution is more even as compared to electrical stoves or wood stoves. Moreover the heat precision is also much more exact in gas stoves as compared to others. For instance if you lower the heat level on a gas stove then the change is in the amount of heat which is immediate and precise.

Moreover a creates less heat as compared to other stoves. However this doesn't mean that gas stoves cook the food slow and late; it just means that your kitchen will be cooler. If you are using a gas stove then the surface flatness is also not important since the heat comes from the flare. Furthermore gas stoves produce a moist heat which can be good when cooking certain food items such as roasts and casseroles. Gas stoves may sometimes have gas leaks so you should be cautious if you are using a gas stove at your home.

Most chefs will agree that a gas burning stove is far better to use in the kitchen than any other kind. That is because a gas burning stove heats up quickly and can cook your food properly. There are so many different types of gas stoves too. You can look for natural gas stoves at various market places. They have a great selection of natural gas stoves. They often go on sale as well! That is something to take advantage of because cheap gas stoves are sometimes hard to find.

Gas stoves offer easy controllability to the users. They are easy to operate at different temperature which makes them suitable for various cooking purposes. Also with gas stoves you can easily recognize how much your pans and pots are heated by looking at the intensity of the flame.

You can also look at gas stoves in a special kitchen store. These types of stores usually have a very wide selection of price ranges, sizes as well as brands of gas stoves. If you wish to have relatively cheap ones; you can take a look at used gas stove for sale markets. They always have used gas stoves and antique gas stoves for sale that are useless to previous users or from those who find them inconvenient.

Gas stoves as the name suggests are operated by gases and so do not require electricity. So if there is any power outage you can cook food without any worries. The are generally cheaper to use as compared to electric stoves. Although gas stoves are expensive to purchase and install they are cheaper than other stoves in a long run.

Gain Weight the Healthy Way

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Gain Weight the Healthy Way

World over obesity has been classified as a major problem but not much has been spoken about individuals struggling to gain weight.  Being obese or underweight are two sides of the same coin as both result from an unbalanced diet. In medical terms, a person whose body mass index (BMI) is above 30 is considered obese and below 18.5 is considered underweight. While most people are well aware of harmful effects of being overweight, they simply overlook or are unaware of the health risks associated with being underweight. 

The harmful effects of being underweight include impairment of immune function, increased susceptibility to infections. osteoporosis, fractures, fertility problems and dementia. It would not be wrong to say that being underweight is medically just as unhealthy as being obese. Hence, it is imperative for each individual to maintain a healthy body weight and lifestyle. Healthy body weight apart from reducing the susceptibility to various diseases, also translates into feeling more energetic and being able to do more activities. 

Individuals more often than not associate being underweight with less than optimal food intake i.e. getting less energy via food or being over active. But weight gain is just as hard as losing weight. One of the first steps is to identify the underlying cause of being underweight i.e. it may be due to hypothyroidism which needs to be treated. Post understanding the underlying cause, one needs to list down the daily major activities and look into the calorie intake. This is what your nearby nutritionists can help you with. In this article I have tried to list down some generic diet and lifestyle tips which can be easily incorporated by anyone in his/ her daily routine. 

Below are some easy, well established and effective tips to gain weight:

1. Consume more calories 

As a rough estimate, if you wish to gain weight steadily, you should aim to eat 300-500 calories more than you burn each day. And if you wish to gain weight fast, you should aim to consume 700-1000 calories more than you burn. Further, you should be having at least 3 meals a day with the right combination of protein, carbs and fat in each meal. 

2. Increase your sleep time

Your body rests and absorbs nutrients while spending minimum calories when you sleep. Hence, you should aim to get 8-9 hours of sleep each day to ensure all the calories consumed are stored in your body.

3. Have protein rich and energy dense diet

You need to make sure that you gain healthy amount of muscle mass and subcutaneous fat and not just unhealthy belly fat.  As your muscles are made up of protein,you should aim to intake 1.5-2.2 grams of protein per kilogram of body weight. Protein rich foods include meats, fish, eggs, dairy products and whey protein (in case you are unable to include enough proteins in diet). Further, you should aim to include energy dense foods in your diet. Such foods include nuts, dried fruit, cream, potatoes, dark chocolate, avocados and peanut butter.

4. Hit the gym

While it may seem counter intuitive to burn your calories by hitting the gym, lifting weights at least 2-3 times a week will ensure that the excess calories result in muscle mass and not just body fat.

Apart from following above tips, you need to follow a diet plan that has been customised as per your dietary preferences, lifestyle, medical history, metabolism and body type. Meet your nearest nutritionist to get a customized diet plan. This along with continuous tracking of results will help you in achieving your ideal body weight in minimum time and in a sustainable manner.

Wish you all the best for your weight gain journey!

Fusion Foods Add Character and Variety

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Fusion Foods Add Character and Variety

Working in a restaurant is hard work. Every single job from the front of the house hostess to the dishwasher in the kitchen will work very hard and also under pretty stressful conditions. When the restaurant gets busy, there is nothing you can do but kick it in high gear and get your job done. People who have never worked in a restaurant have no idea what it is like to work in such a fast paced environment. It really is a completely different experience than most other jobs. From fusion restaurants to fast food, the clock is always ticking and the customer is always right.

Your local mom and pop's restaurant may have a little different business structure than your huge corporate chain restaurants, but they all do the same thing: serve hot food to hungry customers. This may seem like an easy thing to do, but dealing with the public (much less the hungry public) is no easy task at all. Tempers will flare and things may not always go as planned, but having patience and a little bit of understanding will go a long way in this industry. Your local fusion restaurant may not have the volume of your huge corporate chain, but both businesses should equally care about their customers and making sure they are as happy and full as can be.

When you walk into your local fusion restaurant, you may not know what to expect. Fusion food is slowly taking over our nation, but has definitely been around for quite some time. Back when Europeans were coming to America, they often shared cooking ideas with the natives and with one another. There were so many different cultures in one confined area that they really had no choice in exploring other types of cuisine. This led to a lot of creative cooking combining ingredients never before used. There is nothing wrong with having a great variety of options in your recipe book! Fusion restaurants are based on this same principle of expanding their culinary experience and chefs all over the country (and world) are constantly looking into new and exciting flavor ideas to add to their menus. People love having options and what better way to accomplish that by starting up a fusion restaurant combining multiple styles of cooking?

Head to Appleton, Wisconsin for some of the best fusion food you have ever tasted! You will not be disappointed at all when you experience everything this little river town has to offer.

From our Scottsdale golf club CHEF

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From our Scottsdale golf club CHEF

I would like to thank each of you, from our members to the great Scottsdale golf club staff, for your hospitality during my first month as a part of the team at the . Scottsdale golf club As we get ready to embark on what looks to be the busiest season yet at the Scottsdale golf club, I would like to take this opportunity to tell you a little bit
more about the way we will be approaching our menu development at the Scottsdale golf club, as well as my approach to teaching food creation and production to our Culinary
team at our Scottsdale private golf club

Having worked as a chef for the past 25 years, I hope you will experience my food as being different from what you have had in the past here at the Scottsdale golf club, as well as reminiscent of some our your old favorites from our Scottsdale private golf club. I n beginning to develop our menus, at our Scottsdale private golf club I always begin by looking for the freshest and best food products available. This means utilizing organic produce that is grown locally, or as close to the Southwest as possible to ensure the least amount of time between harvest and delivery to our kitchen whenever
possible. We will also utilize the best seafood companies with a reputation for the freshest most recently caught fish, and the best shipping methods. When choosing meat and poultry products, I select carefully, keeping in mind sustainability as well as quality and flavor of the product. It is because of these approaches to our Scottsdale golf club menu development that we will be updating our Scottsdale private golf club menus on a regular basis, not only to bring diversity to our selections, but also to ensure that you will be able to enjoy products at the peak of their freshness. To these food products, I then believe in applying simple and correct cooking methods done with care and respect allowing the natural flavors of the food to come alive. Most importantly when developing menus for consistency, I believe in educating cooks and chefs in the proper way to purchase food locally, nationally
and internationally, as well as how to store food properly at our Scottsdale private golf club.

I enjoy teaching proper cooking techniques to these foods showcasing their natural properties and bringing out their vibrant flavors. The goal behind the education of our Scottsdale private golf club staff is to allow them to develop the skills to be successful, not only here as a member of our Scottsdale golf club Culinary team, but also for their long term career. O n a daily basis we will have discussions about our food with our Scottsdale private golf club support staff and conduct preshift meetings for the service staff to taste the food they are offering you, so that we can enhance your overall food and beverage experience at
the Scottsdale private golf club .

A gain, I am very excited to be a part of the team at The < a href="http://www.ccdcranch.com/club/scripts/public/public.asp?GRP=16026&NS=PUBLIC">Scottsdale golf club and make sure to join us often during the winter season at the Scottsdale private golf club as we will be rolling out new a la carte menus in November as well as creating new holiday and
themed menus for your enjoyment in the months to come. I look forward to meeting you here at the Scottsdale golf club. Eat Well, Be Well!

Four Key strategies for a structure QA process

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Four Key strategies for a structure QA process

A tester's responsibility is developing alongside the adjustment in industry innovation and a move toward a coordinated strategy. This change opens unexplored, energizing, and testing open doors for analyzers all over the place. How about we take a gander at what this move has implied for testing professionals through the viewpoint of my own understanding.

The traditional Way: Find only the Bugs

My underlying years as a QA tester were short on basic considering. Each morning the testing group was given a rundown of utilization to survey. The allocated asset would introduce the applications and endeavor to break the usefulness.

Our execution audits were straightforward: The more bugs we found, the more brilliant we were! There was no idea, no methodology, no inspiration. Our respites were exchanges loaded with the quantity of bugs each of us discovered as opposed to the nature of those bugs.

That made them think. What esteem did we include? Would it be advisable for us to simply test to discover bugs? I had an excessive number of inquiries without answers.

Building a QA Process

My next activity was an existence changer. As a component of testing a usefulness, the QA group would likewise investigate, dissect the stack follow, and give the underlying driver of the issue to the engineers. It was reviving to see everybody work together as one group with a typical reason.

I understood that an analyzer was not an unimportant individual endeavoring to break the instrument, however more a cooperative person adding to the general exertion. As the analyzers turned into various groups, we organized ceaseless change of robotization and top to bottom learning about every segment. I built up an entirely unexpected point of view about QA and a newly discovered regard about what amount included esteem this part brings.

In my next position, when I began I was quickly matched with a QA planner. I didn't know then that this mentorship would have a significant and enduring effect on me. I understood the significance of following a more organized way to deal with QA. With the assistance of the QA modeler, I sharpened and consummated four methodologies toward an enhanced QA process.

1. Survey Design and Architectural Documents

It's dependably a smart thought to run in with however much learning about the item under test as could reasonably be expected If plan and building archives are accessible, give them a read. You would be flabbergasted by the amount more you comprehend the item's design, the incorporated segments, and the stream of information than you would from testing alone. Take notes and attract a parallel to what you are trying and how the framework interfaces.

2. Research Past Defects

The past advises the present. It is critical to know the unsafe zones and the most vulnerable usefulness that could break your application with each change. That sort of information could originate from the historical backdrop of imperfections.

Lead some exploration on your imperfection instrument and examine past deformities detailed. Any anticipated example that left this investigation would enable you to grow more robotization around those territories. On the off chance that there are client detailed imperfections, investigate those as well. This activity will enable you to settle on choices about the test procedure for different discharges.

3. Triage the Defects

QA finds an issue, so you report it. However, your activity isn't done you can go well beyond by asking some extra essential inquiries. Is there something else you could have done? Do you know why this issue happened, what caused the issue, and which submit may have been the issue?

This isn't only the activity of the engineers. You approach the log record, submits, and the code, so you can do some burrowing to help settle issues. Contingent upon how specialized you will be, you can dive as deep as you prefer. In any case, on an abnormal state, take a gander at the exemptions in the log. Is it an invalid pointer special case? Does that need to do with particular information or some succession of steps?

Limit the issue and begin a discussion with the designer. They will value the definite data and research.

4. Go past the Reported Issue

Don't simply concentrate on testing usefulness. Consider the back-end and front-end communications of your application, as well.

For example, as you test screen the logs, the application may work of course however with a few mistakes happening in the back end. Are the logs point by point enough? Are the special cases being taken care of? For program collaborations, open the designer devices in your program and screen the system segment. Is the reaction taking longer than it should? Is there any demand that isn't required while getting to a few sections of your application?

Every one of these inquiries enable the analyzer to go well beyond what they are "doled out" to test. They likewise support talks with the item proprietor and engineers, who might not have considered some of these situations.

It is crucial to be a light-footed attitude when looking for item holes and the answers for filling them. One key lesson in testing is being proactive rather than receptive. The bugs you reveal may end up being issues or specialized stories, however by having that answer, you have anticipated blunders that may have gone unnoticed or come up as more significant issues considerably later.

Conclusion

Being a product analyzer is never again pretty much discovering bugs and endeavoring to break the application. It is about persistent change, characterizing an unmistakable test technique, and going that additional mile to enhance quality. Following a steady, organized way to deal with QA will enable you to gain more learning about the item you are trying, make inquiries you generally might not have thought of, and turn into a genuine proprietor of value.

Four Excellent and Innovative Tips to Spice up Your Catering Events

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Four Excellent and Innovative Tips to Spice up Your Catering Events

In any event, the food of which you serve your guests is paramount to the overall success of the meal. Being an integral part of the catering aspect, it is only natural for prospective clients to be a little meticulous when it comes to selecting their potential caterers. However, with so many factors and elements involved in a single event, it can be easy to overlook the quality of the food you are servingmuch less the presentation of which it is served. Although it is understandable to get caught up in the flurry of activity when it comes to planning an event, you should not skimp out on your attendees dining experience. As an event planner, you should endeavor to make every aspect of your event memorable. With this in mind, it is imperative that you make choices that would make a significant impact on attendees to make them more receptive to attending your next event and giving a good feedback to the one they are attending. Your catering menu packages do not necessarily have to be fancy, but you do have to be creative and innovative in your strategy.

Here are some of the ways you can do just that: 

Provide attendee-requested options

If you want your attendees to like your food, then it is only natural for you to serve what they want. In this regard, you and your team should have a customizable registration option where your attendees can select the kind of food or choose a specific food they would want to have the day of the event. Alternatively, if you host several events in a year, simply create a survey which your attendees should complete before leaving and ask the type of catering options that they want. In this way, you can be assured that the food you serve would be well-received by your guests.

Choose Unique Food

Commonplace and average food options are the norm and they do not add much to the overall experience of the event. An event that stands out does things extraordinarily and by extension, that would mean serving food options that are anything but ordinary. Your guests can probably get a serving of carbonara pasta in most restaurants and they have certainly had their fair share of deviled eggs hors doeuvres by now. So, instead of serving these familiar fares, try exotic epicurean delights that inject a bit of fun into the dining experience. You have an array of food options, simply research the web and check for innovative and ingenious catering ideas.

Partner with a famous chef

An excellent way to make your mark in both the events planning realm and catering world is to partner with a revered and well-known celebrity or famous chef. If your budget allows it, simply team up with one of the famous chefs of your city or even the ones from Celebrity Chef Network. If your event boasts big names such as Anthony Bourdain, Bobby Flay, and Giada Delaurentis, you are sure to draw in more peoplefood enthusiasts and cooks alike.

Match your meals to the event location

If you have a unique event location, exploit that by offering your guests matching catering options. Alternatively, you can simply choose a food theme and have a recurring ingredient throughout all the meals. Having a theme for your food catering gives your food servings and options a sense of cohesion and as a result, you would be able to have fun toying with your menu. Simply choose a single ingredient and make this the recurring ingredient with your food servings such as serving bacon appetizers, bacon desserts, and even bacon cocktails! Your options are limitless, you just need to think out of the box.

For an unmatched dining experience!

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For an unmatched dining experience!

Interior designer Sumessh Menon uses his penchant for materiality to augment culinary illusion that is the signature of the modernist gourmet diner, Farzi caf, Mumbai
That Indians are a highly adaptable race is being recurrently proven with the number of fusion foods that seem only to be multiplying by the minute. Fine-dines, lounges and small-time cubby-hole eateries serving dishy gourmet cuisine are pepping up the eating-out scene like never before.

Elements of molecular gastronomy, modern techniques, customized equipment and culinary illusion that constitute table theatrics transform flavours for a unique, high energy, modernist and genre-defining Indian dining experience that is Farzi caf. Farzi as the name suggests refers to illusion; and this caf-style eatery with its pocket-friendly price-points and fusion interiors aims at creating an unparalleled culinary experience.

Sustaining the illusion-creating thematic, the restaurant has a charming European architecture-inspired pristine white, balcony-style faade that opens indoors via a double-height volume to a dual-storeyed diner. Complete with fluted pseudo columns and arched windows, one sees a sharp contrast of textures and styles blended together perfectly in the large double-heighted space.

Playing with the verticality of the volume, is a delightfully earthy-looking terracotta patterned wall juxtaposed against a stunningly contrasting 22 ft. high backlit bar display that immediately draws the eye to its splendid and unique laser-cut design that finds its complement on the backlit risers of the grand staircase.

The imposing bar counter is uniquely shaped with two cylindrical edges and a beautiful red travertine countertop that form a sturdy backdrop to the milieu, scattered with seating options in varying styles: sofas, high chairs, and regular chairs on both lower and upper levels.

A vast backlit ceiling installation in chevron pattern shrouds the whole place in a spectacular warm, diffused light, setting the mood of the eatery as floor-to-slab laser-cut backlit paneling laid out angularly stuns with a European-style art print on the upper deck; and a similar screen panel regales on the lower floor with beautiful amber coloured tinted glass designs in a circular pattern.

Earthy tones of warm red and honeyed amber lend to the uniquely eclectic colour palette that blends hints of polished European style with raw and earthy vernacular allure.

As is his signature style, Sumessh Menon lives up to creating an idiosyncratic, chic, modern sensory experience in a high energy ambience waiting for the ultimate finishing touch of the farzi gastronome! visit indiaartndesign.com to view the images of this restaurant.

Food Writer to Food Critic How to Make the Transition

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Food Writer to Food Critic How to Make the Transition

Food Writer to Food Critic: How to Make the Transition

Approximately 50% of millennials consider themselves to be foodies.

While most people enjoy the experience of eating good food, some of us take it a step further and write about it too.

However, the majority of us dont have time to sample every dish in the world. As a result, we rely on the palates of food critics to decide what dishes we should try next.

Although the internet has opened the doors for online critics, transitioning from food writer to food reviewer isnt as easy as it seems.

Keep reading to learn what steps you need to take to become successful food critic!

Transitioning From Food Writer To Food Critic

Study Renowned Food Critics

The first step to going from a food writer to reviewer involves learning from the best. To do this, you need to start by reading popular food critics. While you dont want to copy anyones style, you can discover new writing techniques.

Studying other food critics will also give you insight into their lives. Plus, familiarizing yourself with popular food critics and chefs in your area can help you network too.

Develop Your Palate

Professional food critics tend to have very sensitive, broad palates. However, they dont acquire this overnight.

To determine whether something is good or bad, you need to develop your palate. Therefore, when going to any restaurant, always try something completely new. Eventually, youll have plenty of food experiences you can refer back to.

You also need to learn to identify the ingredients featured in each dish as well as how the chef prepared them. This will allow you to write in more detail.

Consider Your Responsibilities

Being a critic comes with a lot more responsibilities than being an average food blogger.

Consider that your primary role as a critic is to provide unbiased reviews for your readers. To accomplish this, put yourself in the shoes of your reader, and think about what they would find helpful. Spend more time describing flavors instead of a beverage label design that caught your eye.

Going further, you also have a responsibility to communicate effectively. Therefore, avoid using culinary terms that your readers wont understand. Write to your readers in second-person, and be as descriptive as possible.

Blog Often

To start things off, you can send your food reviews to newspapers, websites, and magazines. That said, blogging is the best easiest way to publish your work. If youre already a blogger, you may have a head start in building a following.

However, if you want to become a successful food critic, you have to post regularly. Blogging 16 times per month will net you four times as much traffic as blogging only 4 times per month.

Final Thoughts On Going From Food Writer To Food Critic

Following the steps above will help make your transition smoother. But there are a couple more tips to keep in mind.

First, try to focus on only a handful of dishes at a time when writing your reviews. This will improve the readability of your articles.

Also, do your best to steer clear of superlatives such as best and worst. These can become repetitive. Instead, compare and contrast dishes to those you ate at other establishments.

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Food Lovers (Stomach) Guide to Authentic European Cuisine

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Food Lovers (Stomach) Guide to Authentic European Cuisine

Wine and dine sincerely matter in Europe. Not only attractions invite cheap European flights, but food too. It is said that attractions and food walk hand in hand and rub shoulders with each other in the European belt. With surplus activities, you give birth to an appetite that can be only met with the best of European food.

Profuse olives, walnuts along with locally produced tomatoes and meat products are used. Being rich in vegetables, the vegetarians are looked after quite well. There are a few things you would definitely want to try while visiting any European city.

What food is Europe famous for?

Austria is prominent for its Wiener Schnitzel - a breaded veal cutlet served with a slice of lemon, the Czech Republic for their legendary beers. Germany is famous for its celebrated wursts, Hungary for their goulash. Slovakia is famed for their gnocchi-like Halusky pasta and much more.

Top European Cities for Food Lovers:

Copenhagen - Relish Nordic cuisine
London - Eat anything from traditional to modern delights
Bologna - Explore ancient food market and enjoy varieties
Bordeaux - It's wine and food wars
Tbilisi - Lip-smacking Georgian cuisine and wine
San Sebastian - Considered as the continent's food capital
Berlin German food at its best
Amsterdam Thriving street treats and award-winning restaurants
Thessaloniki Go drooling with dishes made of olives, breads, meat products and grapes
Paris Multitude dining options and dishes
Rome Food Mecca of the world

What is for Breakfast?

Ever tried Ensaimada? It's a delicious breakfast made from a soft and spongy bun, topped with sugar. This snack is extremely drooling and even carried back in an attractive packing right from the airport. This traditional delight has been drooling food lovers since the 18th century and adds to your morning cup of coffee or tea.

Luscious Lunch & Dinner

For a lavish lunch, you could try the highly recommended local cocarrois (a vegetable stuffed pastry), local grimalt cheese, vegetable slice pizza, white bread with olive oil and vegetables.

Alternatively, you could pamper your taste buds with cured ham and cheese, wholesome rice, soups, local sausages and the delicious sobrassada.

Dinner choices in Europes famous cities are quite lavish. The surrounding seas, oceans and lakes are your plate. Right from a variety of fishes, oysters, crabs, to giant prawns, the beach destinations are not only alluring, but they are also a paradise for seafood lovers.

No one talks about the culinary delights of Europe without mentioning Paella. This is a typical Spanish favourite available in different forms. With a unique combination of rice, vegetables and seafood mixed with mouth-watering herbs and spices, this is a must-try. You can savour this lip-smacking dish at any of the hotels, at resorts and local markets.

The Tapas

In Euro-Spanish regions, The Tapas is very much loved. It comprises vegetables and meat dipped in sauce. Meatballs, squid rings and the highly savoured Tapas Variadas are lip-smackers you must try. It is either calamari or mini meatballs tapas that make up for a yummy sunny afternoon European lunch.

Have a Sweet Tooth?

Every European city and hamlet bears the aroma of the land and the sea, which in turn, creates a desire for something sweet and Europe caters quite well to this.

Your dessert could be either nougat (a family of confections prepared with sugar or honey, roasted nuts, egg whites, and chopped candied fruit) or a slice of turron.

To get the taste of something more extraordinary, your dish could be a pudding, a caramel custard, greixonera de brossat or a cheesecake.

Even while embarking for a European beach holiday, if you prefer a home away from home, Stanley's Tea Room, Brunel Inn, Julie's Sweets & Sandwiches, and Foxy in Majorca offer the ultimate dining scene like none other.

A Fruit Basket

Nothing is more delightful and soul-stirring than relishing seasonal fruit as well as dry fruits. Now, these are extremely popular in most European cities. If you have visited any European island, you will have the opportunity of sampling these fruits and the mouth-watering dishes and desserts prepared by them. All we can say - make the most of your time and visit these local bars and restaurants to sample the wonderful European culinary delights.

Summary

Europe certainly does not lack in offering its guests a commendable food scene. Famous tourist areas not only have finest restaurants and food but also top continental cuisines too. Whichever food joint you choose during your trip to Europe, you are assured not to get disappointed where food is concerned. With top-notch restaurants and tasty delicacies, the options are limitless.

Author's Bio: 

I'm Daniel Cooper, a travel blogger who loves to pen down my globetrotting thoughts and tips on how to avail cheap flights and holiday packages. You might catch me at a coffee shop, under a coconut tree or in my closet. That's my cure for wanderlust. Hope you enjoy my chronicles on adventure holidays and other informative stuff. Happy reading!

Five Facts About History of Pizza

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Five Facts About History of Pizza

Without a hole of doubt the most popular dish among people of any age from a kid to an aged is pizza. The great recognition and love for this Italian meal came from the sweats of many restaurants who had loaned their great deal of time in spreading this food throughout the world. 

With the use of tomato being highly common by late 16th century, it became the most essential ingredient for pizza making. With the increasing love for pizza, its business also expanded. In 1830, the first pizza selling business was started by the restaurant Naples.  

We all now jump out of our seat if pizza is our meal and especially those fights for the last piece are so common. But surprisingly, this common dish has so many not so common facts. You will surely love the interesting top five facts, that have been shared in this article.

1: Origin of pizza

Pizza is an Italian dish so it obviously has its roots from Italy. But there you go wrong the roots of this recipe get traced back when the Greek, Roman and Persian empires existed. It was mainly the innovative recipe of Greeks. Over the thick round bread, they use to garnish different vegetables like potatoes and spices. Yes, that was the earliest pizza without having cheese as their basic ingredient! So why is pizza famous, for it being Italian dish? The reason veiled in this drilled concept is the commercial origin of pizza in this country. But even these Italian pizzas were no cheese pizza as they were made of simple bread over which lay various toppings. Being cheap food, this was the meal of poor ones which they use to buy from street vendors in the name of pizza.

 2: Pizza valued in Italy

This peasant food was loved by the queen Margherita the queen of Italy at that time. During her survey to few lands, she caught the sight of people eating this bread, which she once tasted and fell in love with the meal. But court people objected her taste as it was the meal of poor ones. Due to this increasing dismay, she began a tradition and called the pizza as pizza Margherita which spread throughout the world like fire.  

 3: Pizzas popularity in the USA

The popularity of pizza in the USA was constructed among the immigrants of Italy. It became the toast of the town after the World War 1 when the soldiers had returned from Europe with the extreme fondness of this dish. In 1950s, many famous celebs had promoted this meal. By this time pizza industry has taken birth in the USA. Pizza hut, Dominos and Papa Johns were the earliest of the restaurants in the USA which were successful in spreading the delicious taste of pizza in several mouths.

4: First frozen pizza

The concept of frozen pizza was introduced by Celentano brothers. They invented it in 1957. The availability of these frozen pizzas was only constructed to few grocery stores during 1950s, but with the stream of time, these frozen pizzas got loved and now easily available in not only grocery stores but also in a gas station, bars and other stores which provide convenience.

5: First pizzeria

The first pizzeria was opened by Gennaro Lombardi. He was an immigrant from Italy who shifted to the USA. He launched his first pizzeria called Lombardis in 1897 in New York. But now there are numerous of pizzeria which is still making this dish extremely popular and favorite.

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Fine Dining

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Fine Dining

Vietnams former royal capital, Hue, is paradise for foodies. Phan Nu Yen Chi resorts on Hues unique culinary culture.
Along with its famed architecture and romantic riverside setting, Vietnams former royal capital, Hue, is known for its exquisite cuisine. With mountains, the coast and the Perfume River delta lying nearby, Hue has access to an impressive hot and humid climate of Vietnams South meets the seasonal climate of the North. Fresh and diverse ingredients have contributed to Hues unique cuisine.

In terms of culture Hue is a place of meeting and exchange. Vietnams culture took root around the Hong River and The Ma River in northern Vietnam. As they moved south, Vietnamese people were influenced by the cultures that they encountered en route, including those of the Chams, the Khmer, other Southeast Asian peoples, and Chinese immigrants.

At the start of the 17th century Hue arose a major Vietnamese center in the South. It attracted talented people from far and wide, including excellent chefs. From the late 18th century, Hue was the capital of the Tay Son and Nguyen Dynasties. As such, it was home to brilliant scholars, artisans.

During this period, Hue cuisine was elevated onto an art form. To this day, Hue remains deservedly proud of its culinary culture. Only in Hue can one find poems about the 100 dishes menu, created by a first lady in the 19th century. In 1927, Hue became the first city in Vietnam to found a Feminine Domestic Work Association. The citys Dong Khanh girls school gained a reputation as the most prestigious school for young aristocratic women in the country.

Its been said that Vietnamese cuisine is comprised of around 1,700 dishes. Of these, 1, 300 hail from Hue. Dishes include those designed for commoners, royalty and the citys large vegetarian Buddhist population.

Royal Dining
The royal dishes arose out of popular meals that were refined with better ingredients and more elaborate means of preparation. As well as being tasty, dishes served at the court had to be healthy. Food was used to treat medical conditions and boost the royals vitality. For this reason, although each royal dish was made by a specialized chef, preparations were overseen by the Royal Kitchen and the Royal Medical Service.

Historical documents reveal that each royal meal consisted of 50 dishes. At parties, hundreds of dishes were served.

Along with fancy and intriguingly named dishes like nem cong (Peacock Sour Mixed Meat), cha phuong (Phoenix Mixed Meat) and bat buu (Eight Flavor Dish), Royals ate dishes that were also enjoyed by commoners, such as braised goby, sticky rice cooked with split peas, pickled scallions, sweet and sour soups, and leaf cakes.

Uncommonly Good
Indeed, Hues folk cuisine shares many similarities with the fare once enjoyed by aristocrats, both in terms of diversity and attention to presentation. People are often surprised to learn that an ordinary meal in Hue can comprise ten different dishes. More astonishing still, this tradition dates back over 200 years to when Hue was the most important urban center in Cochin China

To this day, popular snacks in Hue are made with a high degree of sophistication. For example, locals enjoy ten types of salt: muoi sa (citronella salt); muoi ot (chili salt); muoi thit (shredded salt); muoi me (mixture of sesame and salt); muoi dau (terrified bean salt), muoi tieu (pepper and salt); muoi khe (Carrabolla salt); muoi ruoc (mixture of tiny shrimp past and salt) and muoi suon (mixture of pork flank meat and salt). When it comes to types of che (sweet pudding) and chao (rice gruel), there are too many varieties to count.

Buddhist Fare
Originally a Zen capital, Hue boats hundreds of pagodas and thousands of monks and nuns. Buddhism had a profound influence on both commoners and royals in Hue. The emperors, lords, and mandarins always ate vegetarian food before performing heaven and earth sacrifices.

Since most aristocratic ladies were Buddhist, vegetarian food was a focus. Chefs became very creative in their use of a material, cooking methods and presentation. To this day, visitors are amazed by the artful dishes served in a royal style vegetarian banquet. Meat-heavy favorites like chan gio ham (stewed pork-pie) and ga xe phay (boiled chicken) are recreated using rice, sesame seeds, soy beans and vegetables.

Author's Bio: 

This article written by Lanh Nguyen from Vietnam Heritage Travel
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Famous Chefs in History

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Famous Chefs in History

Because of the French domination of the culinary scene since time began (or so it seems, anyway), it stands to reason the most famous chefs in history are - what else? - French, with the exception of one American woman (discussed later), who was, nevertheless, trained in classical French cooking.

Known as the "King of Chefs and the Chef of Kings," Antoine Careme went from being an abandoned child left at the door of a restrauteur in 18th century Paris, to become the father of "haute cuisine" - the high art of French cooking - in the early 19th century. Chef to then-world movers and shakers such as diplomat Talleyrand-Perigord, the future King George IV, Czar Alexander I, and the powerful banker James Rothschild, Careme is noted for his voluminous writings on cooking, including the famed L'Art de la Cuisine Francaise (The Art of French Cooking), a five-volume masterpiece on menu planning, table settings, hundreds of recipes, and a history of French cooking.

Another Frenchman, George Auguste Escoffier, bridged the 19th and 20th centuries with a modernization of Careme's elaborate cuisine by ingenious simplification of it. Escoffier lent his talents as a chef to open the Ritz and Carlton hotels with partner Cesar Ritz, and then went on to wow such illustrious passengers as Kaiser William II of Germany on the German liner Imperator. Besides being known for such famous treats at Peach Melba, created for Australian singer Nellie Melba in 1893, Escoffier penned numerous volumes on cooking and was largely instrumental in the betterment of conditions within commercial kitchens. A stickler for cleanliness, he demanded the same from his workers and forbade swearing or any type of violence, which at the time, was common as apprentices and other help were routinely beaten by older staff.

Charles Ranhofer, the son of a restrauteur and the grandson of a chef, goes down in the annals of great chefs as the first French chef to bring the grandeur of his country's cuisine to America. Noted primarily as the head chef of New York City's famed Delmonico's restaurant, Ranhofer ran its kitchens for nearly 34 years. Serving such luminaries as President Andrew Johnson, President U.S. Grant, Charles Dickens, and a host of foreign dignitaries, Ranhofer created such culinary distinctions as Lobster Newburg and Baked Alaska, among many others. He also wrote "one of the most complete treatises of its kind," according to the New York Times in praise of his book, The Epicurean, published in 1894.

A discourse on famous historical chefs would not be complete without the inclusion of one of the most gifted chefs of all time: an American woman named Julia Child. Born to a prominent California family, Child did not begin to cook until the age of 34. It was after she moved with her husband to France that she had her grand epiphany: Good food is more than roast beef and mashed potatoes. She flung herself headlong into an education at the esteemed Cordon Bleu cooking school in Paris and later wrote Mastering the Art of French Cooking with two partners. Child went on to become the first "celebrity chef" with more books, television programs, newspaper columns, and magazine articles. She brought exquisite French cuisine to America as much with her "have-a-good-time" attitude toward cooking as she did with her talent and expertise.

To all these great chefs, we owe a debt for their giftedness and tireless contributions that have truly turned cooking into an art form. It does make one wonder, however, if ever the temptation arose with any of them to ever dine secretly on a lowly peanut butter and jelly sandwich or to toast the evening with Kool-Aid and crackers. We'll never know, but we'll surely speculate - as we take another bite of quiche Lorraine.

Facts- Clear Wall Glass Shelves

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Facts- Clear Wall Glass Shelves

This written composition will center on kitchen decorating ideas. As a start, browse through some residence and living magazines to receive a notion of the style you want and also to receive some property decor ideas. In our house, we have a driftwood table at household, on which we've placed an easy and clear round glass tabletop. Any plain surface within your house might be turned into a chalkboard!

There is a variety of ideas in how exactly to create that luxe appearance for your living room. For the finest effect, attempt to pick a design that suits or compliments your dwelling. When selecting glass shelves, it's very important to consider a number of other factors too. These forms of shower doors range between about $625-$1700, conditioned upon the size, style and accessories you need to put money into. Most Ikea furniture likewise comes in various colors to select from. The very best thing to perform is to invest in a spice rack, that's available in an assortment of designs to fit your kitchen storage requirements.

Whether for the house or for the office, glass shelves may be customized to put in a touch of contemporary elegance to your own decor. Placing it on the wall over the sofa would be perfect since it is highly-impactful and is eye-catching. You too can make ceiling hangings utilizing a book. In addition, for that luxurious feel, you can apply massive rugs.

For wood floors, utilize a light all-natural finish. This sort of lighting is, in addition, applicable on bathrooms. The bigger The rug area, the bigger the room will feel. In addition, the flooring tiles along with the wall tiles should ideally be the exact same to make the sense of a bigger space, though this isn't completely vital. If both panels are too far gone you might desire to select another design, keep in mind the brand new design should have vertical lines so the panel might be bent to fit the doorway. It's an excellent idea as soon as the design is repeated through the entire house, as opposed to making them all the similar colour, change the colours in every single window.

Regardless of what form of storage unit you go for, curved wall shelf is vital. A good deal of thinking goes into selecting the right greenhouse agreeing with the space available, security and cost. Items in a room should coordinate and generate a balanced, complementary look whilst serve as functional portions of your residence but items which look like they came away from the box will cause you to feel like you're living in one. Make a thorough list of all items that may enter the kitchen.

This is something you've put on the shelf to address later. Make certain that you take a peek in the fridge before purchasing it. Lastly, you will want to pick out the ideal finish for your own shower hardware. This may instantly make your own bathroom look larger.

Diamond designs traditionally utilize clear glass all over, but there are various things which are possible to do in order to make interest. As you'll use numerous glass wall shelves of different types inside your leadlight, at all times cut the greatest piece of one definite glass first. The very first color you intend to enhance your granite ought to be the medium shade you selected. The crystal needs to be placed in this way it would capture electrical or all-natural light.

If you're unsure about your own laminator, colour an extremely thick layer using a pastel on the same sort of paper you want to use for your own project and laminate for a test sample. You'll need a metallic sheet, a photo frame, and naturally, magnets for this. In every unit provide for certain shelves for every single item.

If the wood isn't your thing, or in the event, your kitchen decor doesn't feature any wood, then you can definitely opt for a metallic spice rack. You will also have to ought to make sure that the rack doesn't obstruct the lighting within the kitchen. The most excellent thing concerning this idea is that one can use all of the drawers for a particular purpose. Not merely should you find out simply how much weight the shelf can hold, you should also make certain it is made of the strong glass like tempered glass which is not simple to break? So should you wish to provide a stylish look at an affordable cost you ought to try acid etched glass in your workplace and also home too?