Korean Bulgogi

You never know when you'll come across a recipe worth keeping. Aside from cookbooks, websites or magazine, recipes could be from a friend, family member, coworker, or even a random stranger at a grocery store. My friend Suzanne came across this recipe for Korean Bulgogi through a family member's co-worker's wife. After a few of her own tweaks to the recipe, it's definitely a keeper. A blend of ingredients transformed strings of beef into tender, flavorful bulgogi and there's no reason to change this recipe. It's absolutely perfect!If you're a fan of Korean cuisine or even if you haven't really tried Korean food, this is a recipe that will please bulgo

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Freshii... Eat, Energize

Restaurants come and go... and for many of us, it may not even phase us. We may have fallen comfortable knowing that there will be a new concept, a new food trend, a new something that will grab our attention soon enough. But what happens if the new, chic, hip, cool thing to do is to focus on the basics or the simple things. Did I lose you? Well stay with me. Or better yet, seek out the nearest Freshii location near you.What is Freshii? It's a 'health-casual' restaurant that everyone must visit at least once. From one visit, you will be able to appreciate the thoughtfulness this restaurant has for their food, their patrons and also their environm

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ALMOND JAM TARTLETS – MIRLITONS aux amandes et confiture

IN BETWEENCollege applications sent. Apartment Promise signed. Articles written and submitted. Those interminable two weeks between le premier et le deuxième tours. Now we are in between, in that god-awful place of limbo, a purgatory of waiting. And as one season wanes and the next not quite sure that it is ready to arrive and assert itself, outside our windows seem some netherworld of uncertainty, a lingering pause, as well. Anticipation in gray. Fingers drum on tabletops or nervously flick from button to button on the remote control or the pages of a magazine; feet pace back and forth across carpets; others stand forlornly at the window, arms cross

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Θάλαμος 007

ΘΑΛΑΜΟΣ 007 Πρόλαβε να πάρει μάτι 70 πόντους πανωθέ του την κατάληξη του επισφαλούς ταξιδιού ενός φορείου, χωρίς αναταράξεις από τη χάβρα των επειγόντων μέσω ενός σκεπαστού διάδρομου και δύο ασανσέρ στο θάλαμο της καρδιολογικής που παρκάριζε. Ιστορία ολόκληρη το άδειασμα στο κρεβάτι το ίδιο άβολο σαν το φορείο, έτσι με τα ρούχα όπως το πρωί που έσκασε στο δρόμο λιπόθυμος. Στη στάση αναμονής του λεωφορείου στη Μακρυγιάννη. Στη ντάλα του Ιούλη το ραδιόφωνο προειδοποιούσε από το πρωί  αλλά ποιος το άκουγε. Πάντα του κεφαλιού του έκανε ο Αρίστος.  Ένα χιλιόμετρο περπάτημα, 4 σακούλες φόρτωμα από ψώνια θέλει πολύ το γέρικο κουφάρι των 86 Μάηδων ν

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Strategic Research of Environmental Causes of Autism and Neurodevelopmental Disabilities

In A Research Strategy to Discover the Environmental Causes of Autism and Neurodevelopmental Disabilities, an editorial in the current issue of Environmental Health Perspectives, authors Philip J. Landrigan, Luca Lambertini and Linda S. Birnbaum make a  compelling argument for strategically researching environmental causes of autism and neurodevelopmental disabilities. In the process they provide an understanding of autism as a family of disorders.   The authors point out that, despite the attention paid to genetic causes of autism disorders,  a large number of genes have been identified as candidates in causing autism disorders wi

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Adults with Severe Autism Disorders: Do Canadians Give a Damn?

Taylor McNee, photo from CTVIn Ontario the family of 18 year old Taylor McNee is fighting for a place for him to live.  The CTV,  to its credit, is covering this story in detail. It isn't the feel good, kumbaya, autism is beautiful fluff that too often passes for autism awareness and disabilities policy. It is the story of a son who is a joy to his family but is also prone to rages resulting from his autism disorder (Fragile X syndrome) and developmental delays.  Hospitalized for several months after one such episode he now must either return home where he is a risk to his younger brother or have nowhere to live.  It is a story fam

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Nokia Lumia 710 (WP7.5 refresh) Tango Update Internet Sharing Switch

Since the Windows Phone 7.5 Mango does not support internet sharing, everyone who have the Nokia Lumia 710 and 800 series is anticipating arrival of the Tango Update (WP 7.5 refresh) According to a report on Nokiapoweruser, updates for localized variants of the 710 and the China-only 800c have been spotted on NaviFirm, indicating a planned firmware rollout for those WP 7.5 devices is underway. Users in Belgium, the Netherlands and Vietnam who download the software should see that previously dormant internet sharing ability enabled, in addition to the installation of a trio of Nokia apps -- Sportstracker, News and Creative Studio -- as standard

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Nokia Lumia 710 Adventure: Day 2 Windows Phone 7.5 Features

After a day of using my new Nokia Lumia 710, I’ve finally got a hang of the new Windows Phone 7.5 features. I will discuss my favorite features that I frequently  use during this transition from iOS platform. Windows Phone 7.5 MESSAGING Windows Phone 7.5 messaging is far more advance from other platform, it’s more integrated and connected. Read more »

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OtterBox Defender case for Apple’s new iPad

OtterBox, the leading brand for gadget protective gear, has unleashed a new Defender case for Apple’s new iPad. Known for its rugged protection and allowance for uninhibited use, the OtterBox Defender for the new iPad was developed to create the most usable and safest solution for active users.The new iPad case boasts a high-impact inner polycarbonate shell, with a built-in foam interior that provides additional shock absorption and protects the back of the iPad from scratches, perfect for on-the-go professionals who like to keep their gadgets in mint condition.Read more »

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Nokia Lumia 710 Adventure–Day 1 Unboxing, Initial Set Up and Configuration

Windows Phone is one promising Mobile OS in the market now, and now that Nokia is making such a hit in the market with their Lumia series that runs the Windows Phone 7.5, mobile users are starting to notice how great this platform and devices.Every time I got a new device, I make sure I commit time to get to know not only it’s capabilities and functionality but also get to know it’s Operating Systems. Yesterday I received my Nokia Lumia 710, and I’m already excited to use this as my main phone.Read more »

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Greek Marinated Chicken

What's the easiest home-cooked recipe you can think of? For me, roast chicken would be one that comes to mind. A little salt and pepper is all a chicken needs before roasting it in the oven. {Could it get any simpler?!} I'm all for easy recipes and to give the standard roast chicken recipe a little more flair, I used fresh herbs, lemon juice, lemon zest and some garlic to make this Greek Marinated Chicken. After absorbing all the flavor these fresh ingredients have to offer, you'll have a tender roast chicken dinner that's just as easy and more flavorful too!Marinades are welcomed in my kitchen. They give plain cuts of meat and vegetables an extra pun

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CLASSIC AMERICAN DOUBLE-RICH CHOCOLATE LAYER CAKE

TWO SIDES TO EVERY STORY From French to American. Films, tv series, books, news programs, politics and elections, board games, music and family vacations, a cultural back and forth like a ping pong game, the never-ending lazy tick tick tick of the small white ball flicking rhythmically back and forth across the table. Or the thunk thunk thunk of a tennis ball out in the scorching sun before we stop to catch our breath, pearls of sweat collecting on our brow.Our constant, fluid switch from French to English and back again, even throwing in the occasional Italianism just to kick things up, baffles even the most cosmopolitan outside observer. Heads

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Beef Tenderloin Tips with Bourbon Caramelized Onions

Menus are not just for restaurants. In fact, I like using them as a source of inspiration to come up with dinner ideas that I can make at home. One of my favorite local restaurants serves amazing beef tenderloin tips and I decided to try making it at home. I hosted a special dinner with friends and it was nice to splurge with these Beef Tenderloin Tips with Bourbon Caramelized Onions. Tender beef tips are seared to perfection and topped with sweet and savory caramelized onions kissed with a touch of bourbon...Hunting down tenderloin tips wasn't as easy as I thought. It took more than just a simple visit to the grocery store. These beef cuts required s

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Το σχεδιάγραμμα της αποτυχίας του μνημονίου 2

Το σχεδιάγραμμα της αποτυχίας του Μνημονίου 2 Του Γιώργου Σταθάκη* Ημερομηνία δημοσίευσης: 22/04/2012 ΤΟΥ ΓΙΩΡΓΟΥ ΣΤΑΘΑΚΗ*Το πρόγραμμα ιδιωτικοποιήσεων και το πρόγραμμα πλεονασματικού προϋπολογισμού είναι αδύνατον να εξυπηρετήσουν το δημόσιο χρέος. Τα νούμερα είναι φανταστικά. Το ίδιο και η επάνοδος της ελληνικής οικονομίας σε τροχιά ανάπτυξης το 2013 και με ρυθμούς 3,5-4% τον χρόνο μέχρι το 2020. Το δημόσιο χρέος το 2020 θα πλησιάζει το 200% του ΑΕΠ, ενώ θα έχει προηγηθεί νέα αναχρηματοδότηση και αναδιάρθρωσή του.Το πρόγραμμα ιδιωτικοποιήσεων και το πρόγραμμα πλεονασματικού προϋπολογισμού είναι αδύνατον να εξυπηρετήσουν το δημόσιο χρέος. Τα ν

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Skype 1.0 for Windows Phone, Finally!

Skype has released the first version of its communications app for Windows Phone. Skype 1.0, After two months in beta. Skype requires 512 MB of RAM, Skype 1.0 works with 3G, 4G and Wi-Fi connections.Read more »

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Chicken & Linguine in Pesto Cream Sauce

Home sweet home, how I've missed you. The past two weeks have been on a non-stop ride of social events, meals out and food on the go that by the time I get home, I'm in pajamas ready for bed. The craziness of my recent comings and goings have made me miss home cooked meals and just being in the kitchen. So now that my schedule has slowed down back to normal, I'm wearing an apron and behind the stove once again. For dinner, I opted for something comforting, like pasta. This Chicken & Linguine in Pesto Cream Sauce definitely hit the spot. I loved the velvety texture of bright and flavorful pesto that's mellowed by the smooth, creamy Parmesan sauce.W

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Simple Solutions Will Not Help New Brunswick Students with Autistic Disorder and Other Complex Challenges

New Brunswick's Gordon Porter and his associates with the NB Association for Community Living are now in charge of New Brunswick's inclusive education system.  The Gordon Porter Inclusive Education Review taking place in New Brunswick will impose their beliefs on NB students with disabilities including those with severe, complex disorders like my younger son who has severe autistic disorder with profound developmental delays.  The review itself  is unlikely to do anything except reiterate the Porter/NBACL inclusion beliefs which have not changed in 30 years.  Although present for one of the Porter/NBACL review sessions in Frederict

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