A list of 100 Foods to Eat Before you die
The non-app version Courtesy of 1970kikiproject.wordpress.com
Woohoo... I got approximately 52...not bad!
Now you try!
1. Venison – no
2. Nettle tea – no
3. Huevos rancheros- Heck yes! Austin TX Magnolia Cafe
4. Steak tartare – I have had Kibbeh nayeh...I think that counts
5. Crocodile - no
6. Black pudding – no
7. Cheese fondue – yes! Raclette!
8. Carp – no
9. Borscht – no, my mom loves it though...
10. Baba ghanoush – yes! Living in Lebanon and Jordan!
11. Calamari – Yes!!
12. Pho – Yes! In Paris!
13. PB&J sandwich – I am told this is the only thing I would eat growing up in China
14. Aloo gobi – (a cauliflower and potato curry) no- I hate cauliflower
15. Hot dog from a street cart – yes! They sell them everywhere in Lebanon!
16. Epoisses – no- its a pungent unpasteurized cows-milk cheese
17. Black truffle – no
18. Fruit wine made from something other than grapes – Yes, I think my mom's cousin made us strawberry wine once.
19. Steamed pork buns – YES!! hello, I grew up in China!
20. Pistachio ice cream – yes! another Middle Eastern favorite.
21. Heirloom tomatoes – yes!
22. Fresh wild berries – yes! every summer in Warsaw Indiana at the family lakehouse -black raspberries!
23. Foie gras – no
24. Rice and beans – yes!
25. Brawn, or head cheese – no.
26. Raw Scotch Bonnet pepper – no
27. Dulce de leche – yes.
28. Oysters – yes! fresh on the beach in Panama City Florida!
29. Baklava – of course! Istanbul, Turkey.
30. Bagna cauda – the Italian version of fondue - no
31. Wasabi peas – yes, gross. can't stand them.
32. Clam chowder in a sourdough bowl – yes to both, but not together?
33. Salted lassi – savory yoghurt drink...I think I drank it one time at an Indian restaurant in Birmingham, AL.
34. Sauerkraut – yes! the Frankfurt Airport with some bratwurst and mustard.
35. Root beer float – yes!!! A&W drive-in, Columbus IN
36. Cognac with a fat cigar – yes to Cognac...no to a cigar
37. Clotted cream tea – no (clotted?...wah?)
38. Vodka jelly/Jell-O shot – yes...West Lafayette, IN
39. Gumbo – yes
40. Oxtail – yes, my mom makes the BEST oxtail soup.
41. Curried goat – yes...Indian restaurant in Greenwood, IN
42. Whole insects – I think yes...I have to consult with my mom on this one
43. Phaal – a type of curry - no
44. Goat’s milk – no
45. Single malt whisky – yes - Ireland!
46. Fugu – puffer fish- no
47. Chicken tikka masala – yes! every time I go to an Indian Restaurant
48. Eel – no
49. Krispy Kreme original glazed doughnut – yes! West Lafayette IN Krispy Kreme
50. Sea urchin – no
51. Prickly pear – yes - Lebanon
52. Umeboshi – pickled ume fruit - no
53. Abalone – no
54. Paneer – yes! every time I go to an Indian restaurant
55. McDonald’s Big Mac Meal – no!- but tons of other Mcdonald's meals ...I am counting this one
56. Spaetzle – yes, my mom makes awesome spaetzle to go with her oxtail soup
57. Dirty gin martini – yea!
58. Beer above 8% ABV – not that I remember
59. Poutine – yes! Canada Day celebration in Atlanta GA
60. Carob chips – not that i know of
61. S’mores – o yes!!
62. Sweetbreads – yes!
63. Kaolin – no - wikipedia says this is a clay that ppl eat?? strange.
64. Currywurst – no
65. Durian – yes? maybe? probably not...stinky spikey green fruit..lots of it in Singapore
66. Frogs’ legs – no
67. Beignets, churros, elephant ears or funnel cake – yes! Bartholomew County Fair!
68. Haggis – no - Scottish sausage
69. Fried plantain – yes! Puerto Rico...not my favorite
70. Chitterlings, or andouillette – no
71. Gazpacho – yes! Seville, Spain!
72. Caviar and blini – blini, yes. Caviar - no
73. Louche absinthe – yes. I don't recommend it
74. Gjetost – a Norwegian Cheese - no
75. Roadkill – uhh, no!
76. Baijiu – rice liqour - no - maybe next time I go to China
77. Hostess Fruit Pie – no but i do love dingdongs
78. Snail – yes, Marrakech Morocco
79. Lapsang souchong - Chinese tea. I don't know
80. Bellini - Prosecco and peach puree - I will try it when I go to Venice in June!
81. Tom yum – yes! most recently at Thai Spice in Greenwood IN
82. Eggs Benedict – yes!
83. Pocky – yes! my favorite childhood snack
84. Tasting menu at a three-Michelin-star restaurant – no, can't afford it!
85. Kobe beef – no
86. Hare – yes, just this afternoon, Azrou, Morocco in a Prune and Hare Tajine
87. Goulash – no
88. Flowers – yes - Chrysanthemum tea in Beijing China
89. Horse – no, and no thanks
90. Criollo – a Mexican cheese possibly? no
91. Spam – no, not that i know of.
92. Soft shell crab – yes! marco island, FL this Christmas!
93. Rose harissa – I have had Harissa and I have had Rose water but not together
94. Catfish – yes!
95. Mole poblano – no
96. Bagel and lox – yes! Every day when I was in London!
97. Lobster Thermidor – no, how's about just regular lobster from the Lobster Festival in Rockland, Maine!
98. Polenta – yes!
99. Jamaican Blue Mountain Coffee – no
100. Snake – no
Wednesday, 11 April 2012
Sunday, 11 March 2012
Today I learned a little bit about barefoot/natural running thanks to author Thomas Hollowell
Thomas gave a short session for the Ifranis looking to train for the upcoming '5 k' fun run. I put the 5k in quotes because the distance is different every year. The organizers can't seem to get their act together. The first year I was here, the distance was about 9k. Apparently, last year the race was 6k. We are hoping that Anne can put some leverage on the committee to get them straightened out and use a consistent course.
All the running talk gets me so excited to get out there and hit the road. We talked about the importance of a straight posture when you run and landing underneath your body instead of lengthening your stride. I didn't know that lengthening your stride too much can lead to injury.
I have been really enjoying my new minimalist saucony shoes. The only problem is that the tops are made of a flimsy mesh, so I tripped during the first week that I got them and ripped a hole in them :(. Fortunately, the hole has not expanded at all and they have served me very well otherwise. They are very light and comfy, plus I love the color! Its great for road running and my light training load. Not a whole lot of traction on the bottoms.
Sunday, 26 February 2012
15 Natural Beauty Recipes Using Everyday Foods
Cool replacements when you are overseas and don't have access to your regular products thanks to inspiringpretty.com.
1.) Brown Sugar and Honey Facial Scrub
This is probably my favorite one. Brown sugar exfoliates the skin ridding the pores of all dirt, oil and dead skin cells causing blemishes. Honey is naturally antibacterial, so as the brown sugar scrubs away the things clogging pores, the honey cleans out the sources of the buildup to prevent future breakouts.
2.) Coffee Grounds in Conditioner
This one is really simple. Instead of throwing old coffee grounds away, toss them into your conditioner to make your hair extra shiny. That’s all it takes!3.) Replace Conditioner with Vinegar
To get rid of the usual problems with hair: build up, dullness and just lackluster, replace your conditioner with vinegar 1-4 times a month, depending on your hair type. Just use it as you need it. And, don’t worry about buying the best stuff for the best results, common white vinegar will do the trick as well as any other vinegar.
4.) Olive Oil as Hair Moisturizer
It’s easy to see how oil can moisturize your hair. It’s simple to use as well. Simply cover your hair in olive oil and leave it in for 30-45 minutes. You can also wrap it in plastic wrap to keep it from dripping. Some also believe it enhances the effect.
5.) Lemon and Egg Facial
Have red splotchiness on your face? Soothe both symptoms away easily by mixing together one egg yolk and the juice of one lemon into a paste. Cover your face with it and leave it on overnight. If this seems like too much work, leave it on your face for an hour. You might not get the optimal results with this amount of time, but you will see a difference.
6.) Replace Conditioner with Baking Soda
Want to be more like a guy and only use one thing to clean your hair? Then just add baking soda to your shampoo. It will remove build up and make hair shinier. And to make it even better, you can use it everyday.
7.) Degrease Oily Hair With Lemons and Aloe
Mix together 1 tablespoon of lemon juice and 1/2 teaspoon aloe vera. Mix the mixture in with a normal serving of shampoo. It will get rid of your oiliness in your hair with one shower.
8.) Smooth Fizzy Hair With Honey
Add a tablespoon of honey to a liter of water. After shampooing, rinse your hair with this concoction to tame your frizz.
9.) Replace Face Wash With Skim Milk Powder
Switching face wash out with skim milk powder can make your face much softer and give you a smoother complexion. It’s also very gentle, so even the most sensitive can use it.
10.) Moisturize Skin With Honey and Olive Oil
Honey holds moisture extremely well and olive oil hydrates well, too. Mix equal parts of olive oil and honey (and add a dash of lemon juice if you’d like) to create a pasty lotion. Rub it onto the dry skin and let it sit for 10-20 minutes. Your skin will be hydrated for plenty of time to come afterwards.
11.) Soften Skin With Oatmeal
There are many concoctions and mask recipes that involve oatmeal, but you can use oatmeal by itself to help your skin. Ground up about 1 cup of oatmeal using a blender or coffee grinder, and add it to bath water to soften skin to baby-like quality.
12.) Treat Choline-Damaged Hair
Mix together 1 egg, 2 tablespoons of olive oil and 1/4 cup of a peeled cucumber. Cover you hair with the mixture and leave it on for 10-20 minutes. You’ll see your hair return to normal almost immediately.
13.) Tone and Rebuild Skin With Avocados and Carrots
This recipe can work wonders. Combine 1 avocado, 1 cooked carrot, 1/2 cup heavy cream, 1 egg and 3 tablespoons of honey. Leave on for 10-20 minutes and then rinse. These ingredients add a multitude of vitamins, antioxidants and calcium to rebuild natural collagen, tone skin and remove age spots. There is plenty to read about the benefits of each of these ingredients, but all you need to know is that each natural element does more than any store-bought item can.
14.) Lemons or Oranges for Fine Hair Hairspray
Use Lemons for dry hair and oranges for a stronger hold. Chop up the entire piece of fruit in a bowl as to not lose any juice. Boil the fruit with 2 cups of water until soupy or to when the liquid has been significantly reduced. Strain through a cloth and pour into a spray bottle for use. The citrus will hold the hair and not damage it due to the fact that there is no alcohol.
15.) Apple Cider Vinegar for Cleanser and Toner
This eliminates dead skin cells easily, so you can use in lieu of expensive toner. That’s allthere is to it!
15 Natural Beauty Recipes Using Everyday Foods
1.) Brown Sugar and Honey Facial Scrub
This is probably my favorite one. Brown sugar exfoliates the skin ridding the pores of all dirt, oil and dead skin cells causing blemishes. Honey is naturally antibacterial, so as the brown sugar scrubs away the things clogging pores, the honey cleans out the sources of the buildup to prevent future breakouts.
2.) Coffee Grounds in Conditioner
This one is really simple. Instead of throwing old coffee grounds away, toss them into your conditioner to make your hair extra shiny. That’s all it takes!3.) Replace Conditioner with Vinegar
To get rid of the usual problems with hair: build up, dullness and just lackluster, replace your conditioner with vinegar 1-4 times a month, depending on your hair type. Just use it as you need it. And, don’t worry about buying the best stuff for the best results, common white vinegar will do the trick as well as any other vinegar.
4.) Olive Oil as Hair Moisturizer
It’s easy to see how oil can moisturize your hair. It’s simple to use as well. Simply cover your hair in olive oil and leave it in for 30-45 minutes. You can also wrap it in plastic wrap to keep it from dripping. Some also believe it enhances the effect.
5.) Lemon and Egg Facial
Have red splotchiness on your face? Soothe both symptoms away easily by mixing together one egg yolk and the juice of one lemon into a paste. Cover your face with it and leave it on overnight. If this seems like too much work, leave it on your face for an hour. You might not get the optimal results with this amount of time, but you will see a difference.
6.) Replace Conditioner with Baking Soda
Want to be more like a guy and only use one thing to clean your hair? Then just add baking soda to your shampoo. It will remove build up and make hair shinier. And to make it even better, you can use it everyday.
7.) Degrease Oily Hair With Lemons and Aloe
Mix together 1 tablespoon of lemon juice and 1/2 teaspoon aloe vera. Mix the mixture in with a normal serving of shampoo. It will get rid of your oiliness in your hair with one shower.
8.) Smooth Fizzy Hair With Honey
Add a tablespoon of honey to a liter of water. After shampooing, rinse your hair with this concoction to tame your frizz.
9.) Replace Face Wash With Skim Milk Powder
Switching face wash out with skim milk powder can make your face much softer and give you a smoother complexion. It’s also very gentle, so even the most sensitive can use it.
10.) Moisturize Skin With Honey and Olive Oil
Honey holds moisture extremely well and olive oil hydrates well, too. Mix equal parts of olive oil and honey (and add a dash of lemon juice if you’d like) to create a pasty lotion. Rub it onto the dry skin and let it sit for 10-20 minutes. Your skin will be hydrated for plenty of time to come afterwards.
11.) Soften Skin With Oatmeal
There are many concoctions and mask recipes that involve oatmeal, but you can use oatmeal by itself to help your skin. Ground up about 1 cup of oatmeal using a blender or coffee grinder, and add it to bath water to soften skin to baby-like quality.
12.) Treat Choline-Damaged Hair
Mix together 1 egg, 2 tablespoons of olive oil and 1/4 cup of a peeled cucumber. Cover you hair with the mixture and leave it on for 10-20 minutes. You’ll see your hair return to normal almost immediately.
13.) Tone and Rebuild Skin With Avocados and Carrots
This recipe can work wonders. Combine 1 avocado, 1 cooked carrot, 1/2 cup heavy cream, 1 egg and 3 tablespoons of honey. Leave on for 10-20 minutes and then rinse. These ingredients add a multitude of vitamins, antioxidants and calcium to rebuild natural collagen, tone skin and remove age spots. There is plenty to read about the benefits of each of these ingredients, but all you need to know is that each natural element does more than any store-bought item can.
14.) Lemons or Oranges for Fine Hair Hairspray
Use Lemons for dry hair and oranges for a stronger hold. Chop up the entire piece of fruit in a bowl as to not lose any juice. Boil the fruit with 2 cups of water until soupy or to when the liquid has been significantly reduced. Strain through a cloth and pour into a spray bottle for use. The citrus will hold the hair and not damage it due to the fact that there is no alcohol.
15.) Apple Cider Vinegar for Cleanser and Toner
This eliminates dead skin cells easily, so you can use in lieu of expensive toner. That’s allthere is to it!
15 Natural Beauty Recipes Using Everyday Foods
Tuesday, 31 January 2012
It's snowing! Ifrane, Morocco is looking gorgeous. I've been here a little over a week and a half and it has already snowed three times! Ifrane, Morocco is a ski resort town that looks like a little Swiss Village plucked out of the Alps and placed in the Middle Atlas Mountains of Morocco. The nearby National Forest is full of snow covered cedars and pines as you can see from the picture above. Other than the gorgeous natural setting and the skiing and sledding opportunities, there is not a whole lot for a university student to do in Ifrane but study (no movie theater, bowling alley, very few restaurants, etc). Good thing that's why I'm here! Ifrane was founded by the French as a ski village during the French Protectorate over Morocco and continues to attract lots of tourists in the winter for the snow and in the summer for the cool mountain air. In 1995, the King Hassan II of Morocco and King Abdullah of Saudi Arabia installed Al Akhawayn University in Ifrane. The Moroccan king hoped that the university would bring more development to the poor region of the Middle Atlas Mountains. I don't know enough to comment on the success of that endeavor but I can say that the natural beauty of this place is absolutely stunning and I hope that the lack of other things to do will help me have a better appreciation for it!
Friday, 13 January 2012
Wednesday, 16 November 2011
Lebanese Politics
and you thought American politics were complicated and crazy....This is a link (above) from a debate between the head of the Lebanese Baath Party and a member of the Future Party. Things get a little heated after the Future Party member calls Bashaar Al Assad a liar. Curses are exchanged and a chair is thrown....Do you think Bob Knight coached this guy?
Wednesday, 2 November 2011
Pictures of Balaa
This last photo is of my newest creation, a pumpkin gingerbread cake - 1 box of betty crocker gingerbread cookie boxed mix, 1 can of pumpkin, 1 tbs of pumpkin pie spice...I made it yesterday, it's gone today!!
Emily Dawes
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