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Food & Drink > Restaurant Reviews What makes a great Italian restaurant: 1 of 27
The best Italian Restaurants have a combination of elements that create an excellent overall experience. Atmosphere is the first thing people notice about a restaurant, and the first part of that in an Italian restaurant is the smell. It always smells like baking bread and garlic in an Italian restaurant, and if you don't ... More..
Food & Drink > Recipes (Other) Get out of the kitchen: Healthy no-cook recipes: 1 of 11
These healthy no-cook recipes are great for lunches, picnics, cocktail parties, and many other occasions! The prep time on each of them is less than 30 minutes! Bruschetta: Slice a baguette into inch slices. I like to use a baguette that has about a 3 inch diameter, and one with a fairly crusty outside like... More..
Health & Fitness > Diet & Weight Loss Best weight-loss programs: 3 of 29
This is not an easy diet, a fad diet, a lose weight fast diet, or any other gimmicky idea to get you to change something you're eating and either not lose weight or lose weight and gain it back quickly. This is a way to CHANGE your eating and health habits to make your body get into shape. This one is about changing how you... More..
Food & Drink > Wine An overview of different types of wines: 1 of 9
Wine dates from about 6000 BC and has histories in areas which are now Iran and Georgia. Europe's history with wine started about 4500 BC in Greece. Some of the oldest vines and the oldest vineyards are still around the islands there. Many of the oldest vines in Italy and other parts of Europe trace their origins there.... More..
Health & Fitness > Fitness Basics Why should I consider yoga?: 2 of 10
Yoga is often thought of as out-of-reach for many people, but actually it is a great workout that anyone can do, regardless of fitness level. Yoga is a self-centered practice. When you go through a yoga class, you aren't competing or having to keep up with the other people in the class; you compete only with yourself. Your ba... More..
Relationships & Family > Successful Dating How to please your woman: 1 of 5
Have you ever been sitting one the sofa next to your girl watching tv, thinking all is well, wondering what is for dinner and whether or not you'll get to have sex that night and all of a sudden she's furious with you? Have no idea what you're doing wrong? Ever get accused of not listening? How about that you don't care ab... More..
Local Guides > Denver The best restaurants in downtown Denver: 2 of 5
Denver has more restaurants per capita than anywhere in the US. If you are a foodie, it is the city for you. I have been in the restaurant business for 13 years, and I love working in Denver's market. There are large corporate restaurants as well as wonderful family owned spots and chef-driven gourmet options. Here is a list... More..
Food & Drink > Wine The basics of wine knowledge needed by restaurant server: 1 of 2
Restaurant wine service is more than opening a bottle and pouring wine without ruining your guest's silk dress. A server needs knowledge of basic grapes, regions, and of course, knowledge of their restaurant's wine list. Serving wine in a fine dining restaurant is an art, and the knowledge discussed here can make the dif... More..
Food & Drink > Cocktails Drink recipes: Wine cooler: 1 of 1
It's patio time! These recipes are wonderful for the patio. I suggest using bottles of wine that are in the 7-10$ range. You don't want to mess up really nice wine by adding fruits and sodas! Keep the budget intact and enjoy your summer! Strawberry Chardonnay Wine Cooler Pull stems and leaves from 15 strawberries and... More..
Food & Drink > Seafood Recipes Recipes: Oysters: 2 of 3
It is very important to use fresh live oysters if possible. They have a much fresher flavor than canned ones. To choose them, always look for the oysters which have been stored cup-side down. If they are stored flat-side down, their juice will leak out and they will become dry. Some great types of oysters are Kumomoto (small ... More..