(SpeedHunters)
February 25, 2010
She Aims, She Shoots, She Fires, She Misses . . . . .
The White House Blog
Taking on “Food Deserts”
"Food desert? What’s a food desert?
As part of Lets Move!, the campaign to end childhood obesity, First Lady Michelle Obama is taking on food deserts. These are nutritional wastelands that exist across America in both urban and rural communities where parents and children simply do not have access to a supermarket. Some 23.5 million Americans – including 6.5 million children – currently live in food deserts. Watch the video below and learn what the First Lady is doing to help families in these areas across the country."
(WhiteHouse.gov)
Taking on “Food Deserts”
"Food desert? What’s a food desert?
As part of Lets Move!, the campaign to end childhood obesity, First Lady Michelle Obama is taking on food deserts. These are nutritional wastelands that exist across America in both urban and rural communities where parents and children simply do not have access to a supermarket. Some 23.5 million Americans – including 6.5 million children – currently live in food deserts. Watch the video below and learn what the First Lady is doing to help families in these areas across the country."
(WhiteHouse.gov)
Men Have Strange Habits But This Is Weird As Hell . . . . .
NBA bans Butler from chewing straws
"DALLAS -- One of the first things many people noticed about Caron Butler after his arrival to the Dallas Mavericks is that the guard likes to chew straws during games.
The NBA obviously took notice as well.
NBA executive vice president Stu Jackson phoned Butler on Tuesday and told him to leave his straws at home. Butler did not play against the Los Angeles Lakers due to a reaction to medication, so he was unavailable for comment.
But the Mavs confirmed that the league is serious about outlawing straw chewing.
"It's against the rules," Mavericks owner Mark Cuban said.
The habit is not new to Butler, who reportedly has chewed plastic straws at a rate of 12 per game for years. He disclosed in a chat on NBA.com in March 2009 that he started chewing straws in games as a teenager.
"It calmed me down," he said in the chat. "Then it became one of those things you keep doing."
It won't be the first interesting habit that Butler has had to kick.
In summer 2009, Butler blogged on NBA.com that he had lost 11 pounds just by giving up his daily "addiction" of drinking at least six 12-ounce bottles of Mountain Dew."
(ESPN)
"DALLAS -- One of the first things many people noticed about Caron Butler after his arrival to the Dallas Mavericks is that the guard likes to chew straws during games.
The NBA obviously took notice as well.
NBA executive vice president Stu Jackson phoned Butler on Tuesday and told him to leave his straws at home. Butler did not play against the Los Angeles Lakers due to a reaction to medication, so he was unavailable for comment.
But the Mavs confirmed that the league is serious about outlawing straw chewing.
"It's against the rules," Mavericks owner Mark Cuban said.
The habit is not new to Butler, who reportedly has chewed plastic straws at a rate of 12 per game for years. He disclosed in a chat on NBA.com in March 2009 that he started chewing straws in games as a teenager.
"It calmed me down," he said in the chat. "Then it became one of those things you keep doing."
It won't be the first interesting habit that Butler has had to kick.
In summer 2009, Butler blogged on NBA.com that he had lost 11 pounds just by giving up his daily "addiction" of drinking at least six 12-ounce bottles of Mountain Dew."
(ESPN)
Filipino Food - A Lost Asian Cuisine In The LA Dining Scene . . . . .
Filipino food: Off the menu
Despite all the top L.A. chefs who grew up on Filipino food, the cuisine — a flavorful melange of foods from the Philippines — has yet to assimilate into mainstream culture, much less their restaurants.
"And for the many chefs of Filipino heritage who cook in some of the finest restaurants in Los Angeles, there is a very distinct line drawn between their private and professional kitchens — the food of their home culture may be cooked for staff meals, but it rarely crosses the pass into the dining room itself.
"I love it. I grew up eating it," says Guerrero, a Filipino American chef who has owned or partnered in a string of restaurants in Los Angeles over the last 25 years. "But how does it fit into what we do? It really doesn't."
Guerrero had put the traditional Filipino parfait halo-halo and an upscale version of his classic chicken adobo on the menu at his earlier restaurant Max, and milkshakes made from the purple yam ube are a favorite at the Oinkster. But for the most part, the cuisine of his home stays there."
(LATimes)
Despite all the top L.A. chefs who grew up on Filipino food, the cuisine — a flavorful melange of foods from the Philippines — has yet to assimilate into mainstream culture, much less their restaurants.
"And for the many chefs of Filipino heritage who cook in some of the finest restaurants in Los Angeles, there is a very distinct line drawn between their private and professional kitchens — the food of their home culture may be cooked for staff meals, but it rarely crosses the pass into the dining room itself.
"I love it. I grew up eating it," says Guerrero, a Filipino American chef who has owned or partnered in a string of restaurants in Los Angeles over the last 25 years. "But how does it fit into what we do? It really doesn't."
Guerrero had put the traditional Filipino parfait halo-halo and an upscale version of his classic chicken adobo on the menu at his earlier restaurant Max, and milkshakes made from the purple yam ube are a favorite at the Oinkster. But for the most part, the cuisine of his home stays there."
(LATimes)
One Of The Top 2010 Vancouver Winter Olympic Dining Destinations . . . .
So, What's the Japadog Fuss All About?
"VANCOUVER, British Columbia -- One of the most popular stops at the 2010 Winter Olympics has been the two Japadog stands in downtown Vancouver. By now, you've probably read about the popular Japanese hot dog, which has been a major topic of discussion since the Games started, but did you know that people have been waiting up to 90 minutes just to try them?"
(AOL)
"VANCOUVER, British Columbia -- One of the most popular stops at the 2010 Winter Olympics has been the two Japadog stands in downtown Vancouver. By now, you've probably read about the popular Japanese hot dog, which has been a major topic of discussion since the Games started, but did you know that people have been waiting up to 90 minutes just to try them?"
(AOL)
Is One Of Your L.A. Dining Hot Spots On The List . . . . .
The 38 Essential Los Angeles Restaurants, Jan '10
21 - Providence
5955 Melrose Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90004
If LA has a temple of molecular gastronomy, this is it. Bring your wallet and a refined a palate as you can muster.
Complete list here (EaterLA)
21 - Providence
5955 Melrose Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90004
If LA has a temple of molecular gastronomy, this is it. Bring your wallet and a refined a palate as you can muster.
Complete list here (EaterLA)
Some Things That Will Help Potentially Lead To A 2nd Date . . . . .
10 first date rules for guys
Take charge. We do not want to decide where to go. We will never tell you this, but it is true. Ask us what kind of place and/or food we like; then, pick a place like that. Do not leave it up to us to choose. You are the man. Act like one.
Smile. When we arrive, smile. Maybe you are a tough guy. Maybe you are nervous. Maybe you are paralyzed. Either way, smile. Women are strange, exotic, intuitive creatures, and we respond well to positive reinforcement. Do not glower.
Mind your body language. If your legs are crossed and your hand is over your mouth, we will unconsciously think you are hiding something. If you are sprawled out all over with your legs spread wide and your hands behind your head, we will think you are a slob or generally loose. Sit up straight, lean in closer, and keep your hands where we can see them.
Ask questions. This seems obvious, but it's surprising how many men don't do this. You know what women like? Attention. Also, kittens, flowers, and cupcakes. Nothing else. If you seem curious about the woman sitting across from you, she will like it. For sure.
Listen. You can't just ask a bunch of questions, and then not listen to the answers. They call this a "date," but, really, for women, it's more like a "test." If you e-mailed or talked on the phone beforehand, remember what the hell she told you about herself. If you forget, we will feel angry and want to leave. Then you will be sorry.
Use flattery, appropriately. If at some point during our meeting, you tell us we are "beautiful," "attractive," or "pretty," we will like you better than if you didn't. It's. Just. That. Simple.
Act confident. We really do not care if you are secretly neurotic, deeply insecure, or mildly nuts. We are interested in how you portray yourself. Act confident, interested, engaged, self-assured, ambitious, and happy. We like that. Thanks.
No pawing allowed. If you're going to score with us at some point, we will let you know. Trust. Occasional physical contact is OK -- a hand to the small of the back, a touch of the thigh, a brief holding of the arm while making a point. Do not grab anywhere in the red light zones. If we want your hands there, we will put them there.
Please pay. Feminism, shmeminism. Take care of the bill without comment. That is what we want. Wave off any offer to go dutch. We lied. We don't want to pay half.
Say goodnight. Don't meander off into the night. Do something. What -- that is up to you: a handshake, a hug, a kiss. Do it right, and you might get a second date
(CNN)
Take charge. We do not want to decide where to go. We will never tell you this, but it is true. Ask us what kind of place and/or food we like; then, pick a place like that. Do not leave it up to us to choose. You are the man. Act like one.
Smile. When we arrive, smile. Maybe you are a tough guy. Maybe you are nervous. Maybe you are paralyzed. Either way, smile. Women are strange, exotic, intuitive creatures, and we respond well to positive reinforcement. Do not glower.
Mind your body language. If your legs are crossed and your hand is over your mouth, we will unconsciously think you are hiding something. If you are sprawled out all over with your legs spread wide and your hands behind your head, we will think you are a slob or generally loose. Sit up straight, lean in closer, and keep your hands where we can see them.
Ask questions. This seems obvious, but it's surprising how many men don't do this. You know what women like? Attention. Also, kittens, flowers, and cupcakes. Nothing else. If you seem curious about the woman sitting across from you, she will like it. For sure.
Listen. You can't just ask a bunch of questions, and then not listen to the answers. They call this a "date," but, really, for women, it's more like a "test." If you e-mailed or talked on the phone beforehand, remember what the hell she told you about herself. If you forget, we will feel angry and want to leave. Then you will be sorry.
Use flattery, appropriately. If at some point during our meeting, you tell us we are "beautiful," "attractive," or "pretty," we will like you better than if you didn't. It's. Just. That. Simple.
Act confident. We really do not care if you are secretly neurotic, deeply insecure, or mildly nuts. We are interested in how you portray yourself. Act confident, interested, engaged, self-assured, ambitious, and happy. We like that. Thanks.
No pawing allowed. If you're going to score with us at some point, we will let you know. Trust. Occasional physical contact is OK -- a hand to the small of the back, a touch of the thigh, a brief holding of the arm while making a point. Do not grab anywhere in the red light zones. If we want your hands there, we will put them there.
Please pay. Feminism, shmeminism. Take care of the bill without comment. That is what we want. Wave off any offer to go dutch. We lied. We don't want to pay half.
Say goodnight. Don't meander off into the night. Do something. What -- that is up to you: a handshake, a hug, a kiss. Do it right, and you might get a second date
(CNN)
You Know You Are Guilty Of One Of These Serious Bachelor Pad Violations . . . . .
1 Broken furniture
You’re an adult now and your apartment should reflect that. There’s a problem if you’re still using your college couch with duct-tape patches as a realistic seating option. Throw out the bean-bag chair, take down the ceiling tapestry, and recycle the empty beer can collection you’ve been storing pyramid-style over the fridge.
2 Exotic pets
It’s the rare woman that will walk into an apartment and swoon over your naked mole rat. And no one wants to hook-up while a 12-foot boa constrictor munches on mice in his cage. Now is the time to decide if you want to raise an alligator in your bathtub or you want to see a girl naked before you die.
3 Locked doors
Movies have made it clear that there is never anything good behind a locked door. The options run the gamut from ailing grandmother to dead hookers to a collection of toe-nail clippings. Try and keep her from imagining the worst by refraining from tackling her and yelling “I told you never to ever go near that door!”
4 Dorm room posters
Posters that were cliche in college are now just embarrassing. Whether it’s the John Belushi college poster or the Bob Marley smoking weed poster, it’s absolutely unacceptable. Tear them down and replace them with a still life of fruit and a classic framed Playboy spread.
5 Moldy food
If the general rule in your fridge is to keep food a year beyond the expiration date, there’s a problem. Unless your fridge is stocked with blue cheese, there’s no reason to keep moldy and rotten food. And if your fridge is stocked to the brim with blue cheese, you’re probably more in need of the article “7 reasons you’re morbidly obese.”
6 Stains
Excessive drink stains, rust stains, and blood stains all tend to be a major turn-off when you’re trying to create a romantic atmosphere. Either rip out the carpeting before you bring ladies home or insist on only using candles. The candle light gives you the added advantage of looking far more handsome than you will ever look under fluorescent lights.
7 A huge mess
If you’re the kinda guy that considers your floor the trashcan and your trashcan a toilet, than you might have problems getting girls to stay at your place. While some girls may look at the roach infestation as an indoor sneak peak at nature, others will run out looking for the largest container of hand sanitizer. If the thought of cleaning up the mess gives you hives, do yourself a favor, and at least flush the toilet.
(Guyism)
How Dare They - Detroit Edition . . . . .
Detroit bans lap dances in strip clubs; let the exodus begin
"The City Council approved a crackdown on the city’s 31 topless clubs today that bans VIP rooms and lap dancing, but still allows them to serve booze.
The vote was 6-3, with Kwame Kenyatta, JoAnn Watson and Brenda Jones dissenting. The council voted unanimously to pass new zoning regulations limiting where new clubs could open."
(Guyism)
"The City Council approved a crackdown on the city’s 31 topless clubs today that bans VIP rooms and lap dancing, but still allows them to serve booze.
The vote was 6-3, with Kwame Kenyatta, JoAnn Watson and Brenda Jones dissenting. The council voted unanimously to pass new zoning regulations limiting where new clubs could open."
(Guyism)
Some Drinks You Should Consider Ordering This Weekend . . . . .
1.) Vesper Martini. If it’s good enough to be James Bond’s signature drink, it’s sure as hell good enough for you!
2.) Godfather. Amaretto? Check. Scotch? Check. Do you need anything else? Nope.
3.) Rusty Nail. Little known fact: Drambuie is Gaelic for “the drink that pleases,” so you know you can’t really go wrong with a Rusty Nail. One part Drambuie, two parts whiskey and three parts awesome, this is a drink that you’ll love until the day you die.
4.) Voodoo Tiki Prickly Pear Margarita. Do you even know what prickly pear smells like, you neanderthal? It’s time to pick your knuckles up off of the ground and give this beverage a try — it tastes like an orgasm feels, and I’m not even kidding. Order a pitcher of the stuff to share with a lady friend, and she’ll be handing you her panties under the table in 15 minutes or less. . . believe me, I l know – And Comicboy169 if you’re reading this, that was a dirty trick, and I want those back they’re my 2nd favorite pair!
5.) Hole in One. What do you get when you mix Johnnie Walker Red Label, honey, unsweetened tea and a lemon wedge? A little piece of heaven, one sip at a time. If you’re really looking for an experience you’ll never forget, order one here.
6.) Tom Collins. Ever since The Great Tom Collins Hoax of 1874 (I swear I’m not making this up), men across America have loved them some T.C. Identified as “a favorite drink, in demand everywhere” in the 1878 edition of The Modern Bartender’s Guide, the beverage has remained popular. I mean, Robert De Niro drank it in Meet the Parents, and he was playing a former CIA operative!
7.) Karma Champagne. Sometimes, you’ve just got to have a little bubbly. With Karma, you can buy individual serving-sized bottles, so you don’t have to break the bank to party like you’re trying out for Celebrity Rehab 4. Worried you’ll look like a foppish dandy with a champagne glass in hand? Fret not: you drink it right out of the screw-top bottle.
8.) Ramos Gin Fizz. Quite possibly the greatest invention of 1888, the Ramos Gin Fizz is more than just tasty: it’s an important part of Louisiana culture. Former governor Huey Long was such a fan, in 1935 he brought his favorite bartender with him on a trip to the New Yorker Hotel in NYC, just so the guy could teach the hotel staff how to properly make the drink. Apparently, good help was hard to find back then, too.
9.) Maker’s Mark Manhattan. Is there anything more delicious than bourbon? HELL NO! It’s also pretty effing classy, if you’re into that sort of thing. Ask for it sweet and on the rocks, unless you want to look like a pretty, pretty, princess while delicately sipping at the edge of a martini glass. Still think it’s too girly? Then consider this: Manhattans are notoriously popular with the Italian mafia. Who’s the cherry gobbling pansy now, buddy?
10.) Black Box Wine. Contrary to popular belief, boxed wine isn’t the ghetto cousin of bottled wine. At least, not all boxed wine. Before heading out, consider pregaming with Black Box. For less than $25, you get the equivalent to four bottles of wine, and the stuff has won more than 20 awards for its taste and quality. Plus, because it’s kept in a vacuum-sealed bag, it will stay good for a month after you open it — sans refrigeration. Suh-weet!
(COEDMagazine)
Some More Friendly Cougar Hunting Advice . . . . .
Kid or No Kid?
If she has a kid, you will need to learn to deal with that. It’s not easy! If you want to know what it feels like to have to take care of someone elses kid, get an anchor and tie it to your leg so that you have about 10 yards of moving room. Then place Iron Maiden backwards and add a few screaming cats. Get it yet – it’s awful. Or you can do what every movie villain does and send them off to boarding school.
If she doesn’t have a kid, there is a good chance that she will want one, because the window of opportunity is closing. This is something that you ought to consider before sex becomes a tool for procreation rather than what it is really intended for (cheap, drunk, and sloppy fun).
She Knows Your Tricks
While a younger girl might have had a couple of serious relationships, an older woman has been around the block and back and knows what “poker night” and “guys’ night out” really mean.
You can’t pull the same crap on her that you could with a younger girl. If you’re the lying douchebag type, this may be something to consider.
It Might Be Hard To Find Similar Interests
The most important thing to remember in these relationships is that it is likely that you grew up in different generations. She might have grown up on Johnny Carson while you grew up on Carson Daly. If this is the case, you might have a difficult time finding similar interests, something to ponder before you order those Lil Wayne tickets.
She Is Independent
Older women have jobs and lives of their own and aren’t as reliant on men. This could go either way for you. If you are someone that enjoys being able to escape the ol’ ball and chain, then this will work just fine for you.
On the other hand, if you just expect to get by through buying her things and taking her out, you may want to consider going back to picking up girls at frat parties.
Think Twice Before Going On Group Dates
Just because you may have found a chemistry with her doesn’t mean that your friends and her friends will as well.
If you take her to hang out with your pothead college friends, she might feel left out and awkward as you spend two hours discussing the best episode of Robot Chicken.
(COEDMagazine)
Jack's Stacks BBQ Review . . . . .
JackStackBBQ.com
I had the lucky opportunity to get some of Kansas City's finest BBQ food as a gift, by mail no less. And I'll tell you this, it was was mighty damn good!
The ribs were incredibly meaty, and it fell right off of the bone! The sauce was very flavorful. And you know it's a great product right away when you open up the packaging and are ready to eat it based on the smell alone even before warming it up!
They have a couple of other items that I am looking forward to trying. Check out the website for the complete menu.
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