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Many of these cocktails became “hot-favorites” after their on-screen debut! While vesper martini had a dream launch opposite Mr. 007 – James Bond, Manhattan had Marilyn Monroe as the leading lady. These “star” drinks have their own special recipes, but over the years, mixologists have customized them. Some of these drinks were unknown until the time our on-screen heroes took a couple of sips of the heavenly drink. From the Bond’s martini to the Sex and the City’s Cosmopolitan, and from Marilyn’s Manhattan to the Cocktail’s Red Eye, all these drinks are synonymous with their on-screen characters. So, the next time you watch these Read more...

All fruits have seeds. The seedless varieties are the ones that are either genetically modified, crossbred, or grown by cutting or grafting the plant. From seedless watermelons, bananas, pineapples, oranges to grapes, today, a pomologist or horticulturist can produce fruits without a trace of seeds, by using a number of ways ranging from tissue culture, parthenocarpy, stenospermocarpy, grafting, to budding methods. Seedless fruits are mainly produced by using grafting or cutting methods. In the grafting technique, a shoot or bud is joined to a growing plant by insertion or attachment, and once the flowers bloom, they are sprayed with plant hormones, such as gibberellic acid (GA3), Read more...

Did you know? Sugar, fat, and salt have the tendency to elevate your senses to a natural high, something similar to what drugs make you experience … talk about Food Addiction! There is a difference between “Love for Food” and an “Obsessive Addiction for Food”! Do you eat because of love, or does your food seduce you into its indulgence? Yes, certain foods can bewitch your mind and make you a certified addict. Haven’t you noticed how some foods just attract you toward them like a magnet pulling a metal piece towards it? And no matter how much you wish to repel, divert yourself, or try to change your direction, you end up breaking your vow and find your Read more...

Owing to its immigrant culture, which began back in the 15th century when Europeans colonized parts of the East Coast, the US has seen innumerable migrants throng its shores in search of a better life in company of new-found resources. This has resulted in the United States becoming a varied platter, when it comes to food. After independence, as USA hit upon gold, oil, and other resources on its land, its food too evolved. The East Coast, from New England to Virginia, boasts of colonial culinary traditions, while the West Coast and Southern states that were owned by Spain and Mexico once, have developed their own fusion cuisines that have gained popularity worldwide. USA’s policy to Read more...

How many times it has happened to you that you went to the supermarket, and saw some exotic fruits or vegetables that you had never seen or tasted before? In various parts of the world, there are many fruits, vegetables, flowers, and plants that look weird, but are in fact consumed regularly by the natives. Some vegetable/fruit is of a weird color, while some other has a weird shape. Some of them have medicinal quality, while some others are highly-valued for other purposes. Many of these fruits, vegetables, or flowers are linked to local legends too. Let us look at some of the strangest, yet beautiful vegetables and fruits around the world. Achacha Fruit This fruit is traditionally Read more...

Beer has been brewed and consumed for about 7000 years now. Arguably, it is called the third most popular drink after water and tea. In fact, beer is so popular that there are numerous festivals commemorating exceptional brewers, bringing together beer lovers from around the world. If you are someone who wants to taste different varieties of beer in the company of thousands of people, you wouldn’t want to miss out on the beer festivals that are hosted around the world. Beer festivals promote certain special or locally brewed beers, and visitors get the opportunity of sampling some of the finest beers from around the world. Beer festivals are also well-known for the mix of delicacies Read more...

Great Equipment Equals One Great Restaurant The biggest part of having a successful restaurant is having the right people working there. However, they cannot get the job done without having the right restaurant equipment. There are things that are simply necessary in all kitchens or else work will just not get done as efficiently and well as it should. Food Warmers Just because your cooking staff is knocking it out does not mean that your serving staff is not a tad behind. This is where food warmers come into play. When a dish is complete, you want to make sure that it stays hot for a few minutes while it is waiting to be delivered. You can place dishes under a food warmer and it will Read more...

Greenville has a very rich kitchen with its famous restaurants. Beside its traditional foods, even usual meals like steak could have very different taste because of its cooking style and different special sauces. If you like to try different tastes then it may be best choice to go downtown Greenville, SC. There are more than 90 restaurants in a quarter mile area. You will find everything from a cup of coffee, to burgers, steaks, grills, hot dogs, to fine dining and everything in between. Some Restaurant Reviews in Greenville, SC Mac’s Speed Shop Tracey W. Mac’s has always been a favorite for us and I’m never disappointed. I really love the style of smoky barbecue with a Read more...

Whether you are a professional cake decorator or you are someone who is just getting started in this amazing industry, there are some important cake decorating tools that you will need in order to create something fabulous. A long thin spatula, this is what you are going to use to transfer those beautiful roses that you have created out of frosting on to the cake.       Piping bags are a necessity when it comes to cake decorating equipment. This is the easiest way to decorate the cake without a lot of headaches. Basically, you will put your frosting in the bag and it will come out the other end with whatever tip you choose to use. A piping bag is one of your most Read more...

If you’re forced to plan a party without much time, it’s always a good idea to keep the food simple. Everybody loves a good summer party, but if you’re working full time during the summer, it can be tough to plan a party on short notice. When your friends text you and tell you they’re coming over, don’t stress. You can get the food ready in no time, often with things you have lying around the house. Don’t feel like you have to cook an extravagant meal for every party you have. There is a saying that the best dishes have five ingredients or less, which just goes to show you that sometimes, it’s the simple things that are even better. Anything on a Stick When you put Read more...