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5 Tips for Finding Water in the Desert


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Published Jan. 27, 2010 at 3:00 a.m.

Finding water in the midst of the desert can be a challenge.Deserts are areas that receive less than 10 inches (250 mm) of precipitation a year. They are hot and dry during the day and cold at night. The most important thing you need in a desert is water. Here are ways to find it ...

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Chemical May Be Linked to Thyroid Disease


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Published Jan. 21, 2010 at 2:34 p.m.

A chemical compound used to make non-stick cookware, food wrappers, and water-resistant coatings for carpets and fabrics has been linked to an increased risk for thyroid disease in an early study ...

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Sweet Week: Gone to the Gomme


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Published Jan. 18, 2010 at 1:07 p.m.

Simple syrup, sugar syrup, gum syrup, bartender's gum, ... these three names are often used to refer to the same thing, a drink sweetener made of sugar and water (see previous post). However, true gum syrup (or gomme) is a little different than the rest and if you have not tried it in a cocktail you are missing out on an experience that will surely enhance your drinking ... Real gomme syrup contains gum arabic, an emulsifier that aids the mixing of the sweet syrup and a cocktail's alcohol and

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Timeless Tipple of the Week: Hot Buttered Rum


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Published Jan. 18, 2010 at 6:54 a.m.
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How perfect is this for my "sweet week" - today is Hot Buttered Rum Day! This singular hot drink is possibly the quintessential sweet and soothing drink for this time of year and does an amazing job at warming up the body ... Hot Buttered Rum ... Photo Courtesy: © www.CocktailTimes.com ... The Hot Buttered Rum is a simple recipe: butter, brown sugar, vanilla, rum, spices and hot water. It's a construction that can be done in minutes and it's likely that all of the ingredients are found right

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Sweet Week: Starting Simple...Syrup, That Is


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Published Jan. 14, 2010 at 6:07 p.m.

In the spirit of getting back to "bar basics" this month, I am going to take this next week to talk about drink sweeteners, those bar essentials that make our cocktails, just that much, better. I'll get to gomme and other syrups, nectars, and bar mixes, but today let's talk about the most important of sweets ... Simple syrup is sort of complicated, and by that I mean that there is not one "true" recipe for it. There is the option of whether to mix the sugar and water at 2:1 or 1:1 and whether to

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Back to Bar Basics: Start 2010 Off Right


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Published Jan. 11, 2010 at 6:40 a.m.
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There are a variety of New Year's resolutions that are made every year and many that are already broken, even though we are just two weeks in. One set of internal promises that are easy to keep are those that pertain to the bar. These are some of the most basic bartending practices that can keep you and your guests happy and improve your drink making skills. It's never too late to turn these theories into reality either - who needs an occasion like the New Year to make improvements - and each

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New Brain Scan May Predict Alzheimer's


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Published Jan. 6, 2010 at 6:38 p.m.

A new imaging technique that measures the random motion of water within the brain may prove useful for detecting early signs of Alzheimer's disease ...

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How to Dispose of Cooking Oil


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Published Jan. 5, 2010 at 3:00 p.m.

What do you do after cooking with lots of oil, such as when deep frying? Pouring the oil down the drain or toilet will cause clogs down the line, literally, since oil thickens when it cools and does not mix with water. Pouring it in the garbage can make quite the mess, as well. This article will outline some better options ...

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New Year's Eve Party Survival Guide


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Published Dec. 30, 2009 at 5:13 a.m.
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It is that time of year again, and it is not the average turn of a new year because Friday also marks the beginning of the second decade (and end of the first) of this new millennium. So there is extra reason to celebrate. As I do every year, I'm putting together a few ideas to help you celebrate New Year's Eve in style ... Elit Midnight Millionaire ... Photo Courtesy: Stoli Vodka New Year's Eve Cocktails - From the Midnight Martini to the Resolution Martini and the Happy New Year to the

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How to Make Corn Tortillas


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Published Dec. 23, 2009 at 3:00 a.m.

Fresh corn tortillas are a snap to make. Try using a tortilla press, if you can find one.Corn tortillas, made fresh, are tender and flavorful. They also couldn't be easier: masa harina and water. You can add a pinch of salt, or you can easily spice them up if you'd like. Masa harina is a very finely ground corn flour, finer than ordinary cornmeal. Masa harina is inexpensive and widely available in states such as California, but you may need to visit a specialty store to find some in your area of

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