From the skilled hands of Mexican artisans, comes the unique Talavera pottery, inspired by both Mexican and European influences. This tradition originates in the city of Puebla from the time of its origin in the early 1500’s. The beautiful and elegant earthenware is the result of the talented artistry of native Mexican people, mixed with […]
Travelling With Your Cat – Keeping Your Globe-Trotting Kitty Safe and Comfortable
Having travelled with my pets many times, I only recommend doing it whenever it is totally necessary. Cats are creatures of habit and like being in their own familiar surroundings. Some cats like travel more than others, but in general it takes them out of their comfort zone. Here are some ways to make the […]
The Joy of Convection Ovens – They’re Not Just for Restaurants Anymore
Nowadays, it is easier for home cooks to buy professional equipment for their kitchens. For example, the convection oven is a tool used by professional bakers worldwide. Convection ovens that restaurants use are highly priced (a few thousand dollars for a good one) and need special wiring. But now, there are a line of table-top, […]
Dinner at 50 meters of altitude
LONDON – If you are tired of the common restaurants and if you want to try an amazing culinary experience, you absolutely have to experiment the "stellar" gastronomy in London. This is what is currently available in the whole Europe, the event called "Dinner in the Sky" (http://www.dinnerinthesky.com) takes the name from the catering society which […]
PETER WING’S DREAM CASTLE
PETER WING’S NEVERENDING (Recycled) DREAM CASTLE By Warren D. Jorgensen In 1968, Peter Wing brought Toni Simoncelli to the meadow overlooking his family’s 157-acre, century-old family farm and proposed to her. "He said," she remembers, "that he was going to build me a castle, and put me in it." "I did not." He says, lamely. […]
Mums Say The Funniest Things
I don’t know about you but I think mums say the funniest things. “What do you mean?” I hear you ask, well read on and I’ll explain it to you. Let’s start at the beginning shall we. My mum, like all mums, would get annoyed with us from time to time, well quite a few times […]