Italian Desserts That Will Make You Drool
17 May 2018, 19:30
When dining in an Italian restaurant, such as the infamous Scarpetta in New York City, we often think of pasta and pizza. They are the perennial favorites and the most recognizable of the Italian dishes. Their desserts are often overlooked, although I doubt that the latter will still be the case after reading this post. We will briefly list down some of the mouthwatering desserts that will make you realize why Italy is a paradise for foodies.
5 reasons to travel to Phuket
30 March 2018, 09:56
Phuket is one of the most popular tourist destinations in all of Thailand. It is the country’s largest island, and it has got something for everyone. Lovers of nature, wildlife and culture, easy beach life and parties and watersports, Phuket has got it all. Check out these 5 reasons to travel to Phuket: (more…)
Carnival Time: traditional specialties in France
23 February 2018, 14:22
Carnival originates as a catholic event. It marks the end of the “week of seven fat days”. All across Europe, people celebrate carnival in diverse ways. They take place between Epiphany and Ash Wednesday, so it’s the last chance until Easter to eat meat. (more…)
3 Tips For Hosting a Dinner Party On a Budget
23 November 2017, 00:18
Whatever the occasion may be for inviting over guests to host them for a dinner, it can be a lot to organize and ensure that you have everything ready. Whether you are celebrating buying a house, getting a new job, or a birthday, it can be an exciting event putting together a dinner for your closest friends and family to join. (more…)
Dinner and Dessert: Three Perfect Pairings for Home Cooked Meals
26 October 2017, 09:31
Whenever we eat a hearty meal, we always oblige ourselves to end it with a sweet dessert. It’s the perfect punctuation – a slice of cake, a brownie bar, a sundae – to get that euphoric feeling, like a good glass of milk as a nightcap when we were kids. (more…)
How much energy do your household appliances use?
17 October 2017, 16:48
‘The essentials’ in household appliances can no longer be counted on one hand; as technology becomes an ever more integral part of our lives, more and more devices are becoming part of the must-haves. As the amount of appliances rise, however, as does your electricity bill. As such, it is more important than ever to keep an eye on your usage. Many of the appliances that we now consider essential can be reduced in their usage just by choosing models that are eco-friendly. White goods in particular, such as fridges, ovens and washing machines, can be drastically reduced. In this article you will see how much electricity a variety of household appliances use and what you can do to reduce that amount. (more…)
The Sharpest Knife in the Drawer: Why Avoid Dull Blades?
12 October 2017, 19:04
What’s the point of a knife? Why, to cut things! So, we all know the sharp edge of a knife matters, but what many people don’t appreciate is just how important it is for that edge to be as sharp as possible. A kitchen knife will come plenty sharp as standard, but constant use can blunt the edge slightly as time goes by. Luckily enough, you can buy a handy knife sharpener to bring your knives back to their former glory, and here’s why that’s well worth doing. (more…)