Monthly Archives: April 2011
Cutting Calories, the First Step to Losing Weight
| April 27, 2011 | Posted by admin under Health and Fitness |
January brings out the weight loss mode in many of us. The bookstores, magazines and web pages are full of advice and ultimate solutions for our extra weight problems. Choosing the “best” method for losing weight is actually rather simple: Whatever method, pattern or scheme that is most different from your current eating style will…
Hawaiian Cuisine and Recipes
| April 27, 2011 | Posted by admin under Food and Drink |
When you think of Hawaii, a tropical paradise comes to mind, right? Hawaii – the oasis in the Pacific. Sun-drenched beaches, swaying palm trees, hula dancers wearing flowered leis. A place where Don Ho can still pack the house. Aloha. Poi, lomi-lomi and kalua pig don’t jump to mind right away, do they? These are…
Japanese Cuisine: Pure & Raw, Straight from the Ocean
| April 27, 2011 | Posted by admin under Food and Drink |
If one word were used to describe Japanese cooking, it would have to be exquisite. The food of Japan is intertwined with culture and history, highly ceremonious, intriguing, daring and, without a doubt, remarkably exquisite. In most parts of the world, the seafood is usually cooked before a meal and then smothered in a gooey…
Designer Replica Sunglasses Look-a-Likes
| April 24, 2011 | Posted by admin under Fashion |
The whole goal of a designer of anything is to create new designs. Designer replica sunglasses take advantage of these designs and offer look alike glasses. There are some sunglasses that will still offer quality even if they are not from the original manufacturer. Designer styles and the look of designer sunglasses are often what…
Tips for a Lag BaOmer Picnic: Plus Recipes to Take Along
| April 21, 2011 | Posted by admin under Food and Drink |
During the 49 days of the Omer, the days between Passover and Shavuot, the Jewish people are forbidden to cut hair, marry or attend concerts. It is a period of mourning during which joyful activities are set aside for days of prayer and introspection. The exception is Lag B’Omer, the 33rd day. On that day…
Shavuot Recipes – Jewish Holiday Recipes
| April 21, 2011 | Posted by admin under Food and Drink |
This season from Passover to Shavuot is filled with exciting bible stories of plagues, parting waters, miracles in the desert, and a hero named Moses. Shavuot celebrates the culmination of many of those miracles. While wandering in the desert, the Jews soon found themselves without food. Miraculously, God provided manna for them to eat and…
Father’s Day Recipes for a Grill
| April 21, 2011 | Posted by admin under Food and Drink |
When I was a kid, Father’s Day meant the official opening of the barbecue season. In those days, a barbecue was a round aluminum tub-like affair and lots of coals. There were no gas grills, kettles or fancy kitchen-size barbecues that cost as much as a small car! Things were simpler, but not necessarily better,…
Summer Grilling Cookbook Recommendations
| April 21, 2011 | Posted by admin under Food and Drink |
The grilling season is here and some great books will help all the outdoor cooks create gourmet meals n the beautiful outdoors. The newest and, I think, most beautiful of all is Weber’s Art of the Grill, Chronicle Books (list price $20.93). The first thing I always do when perusing a cookbook is to check…
Ten Fun Math Activities to Do at Home with Your Child
| April 20, 2011 | Posted by admin under Kids and Teens |
Mathematics can be a challenging subject for young learners. As a parent, you want to make sure that your kids not only learn the math skills that they’ll need but develop a lifelong love for math as well. The activities that follow have been summarized from some of the best educational resources in the country,…
