Unlock The Dark Art of Mixology

There’s something all of the best bartenders in the world have in common. No, it’s not the beards; it’s their incredible ability to mix up drinks that put your home-grown efforts to shame. Somehow, these wizards of alcohol manage to make drinks that taste so good that you’re willing to fork over the cash, time…

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Ditching the Sugar

Part of a healthy diet is limiting your sugar intake. When we think about being healthier, we don’t tend to think of food that are as appetizing as cookies or indulgent sweet treats. But, when you are making changes to your diet, and making vast improvements to your health, we can feel tempted by the sugary substances. But…

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The Ultimate Queen-Inspired Party

With the release of Bohemian Rhapsody: The Movie, there is a reinvigoration of love for one of the most popular bands in the world. New fans are feverishly googling to find out more about Queen, and old fans are updating their iTunes playlists with the classics. If you love a themed party, then maybe a…

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8 Things to Consider When Planning the Perfect Dinner Party Menu

Dinner parties. It’s the season for beautiful, elegant dinner parties, as well as fun, boozy family get togethers. It’s not all about the music and the dancing, but the food and feast – ‘tis the season, right? When you agree to host a dinner party, you have a menu to consider. You don’t just throw…

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Focus On Yourself: Are You Looking After What’s Really Important?

If you’re living a busy and stressful life, it could be taking a toll on your general health and well-being. It’s important nowadays to take the time to look after yourself first, and think about each lifestyle choice you make. By making positive changes to your everyday routine; you’ll become happier and healthier, which will…

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What’s Letting Your Healthy Diet Down?

When you’re trying to be healthy, it can sometimes feel really hard. If you’re used to eating a rich diet, full of hearty, carb-heavy meals, sugary snacks, and extra salt, it can be difficult to try and cut it all down. However, these are the kinds of things people try to fix to feel healthier….

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How to Win at Office Snacks

It’s your turn to get the snacks for the meeting at work. You’ve enjoyed what others have brought in for previous meetings, but now it’s up to you to make everyone happy. So how are you going to make sure that everyone gets a tasty morsel? Take a look at some of the things you…

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A Healthy Appetite: Eat Your Way Through A Delicious Fall

It always seems easier to eat a healthy, seemingly balanced, diet in the warm weather; summer tends to be full of griddled meats fresh off the BBQ, salads, and fruit smoothies. The cravings for sugary food and heavy carbs tend to be less frequent due to the warm and hot weather. The sunshine also means…

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Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth & Lower Your Sugar Intake

Is there too much sugar in your diet? Excess sugar intake is a leading cause of obesity, tooth decay, diabetes, and heart disease. Researchers are also looking into the relationship between sugar intake and Alzheimer’s disease. Despite the risks, many of us who have a sweet tooth find it hard to cut back. Eliminating sugar isn’t…

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Take Your Salads from 0 to 100

For many people, as they get older, one of their main worries is staying healthy, and that means thinking about all of the options to achieve a healthier lifestyle, one being a change to the daily diet. The thing is, there is a big difference between opting for a healthy diet, and going on an extreme…

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Homebrewing Reference Guide

Portland is well-known for its craft beer, so I have grown to enjoy sampling various microbrews. Recently, people have started to brew their own beer at home. This is a particularly popular obsession for many aficionados of craft beers. If you are looking to get into making your own beer at home, you are absolutely not…

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The Secrets to Serving the Best Barbeque!

Summer may be winding down, but it’s not too late for a backyard barbeque. Everyone loves a good cookout, but when it comes to being king of the grill, you will need some serious skills to be the best. Here are some tips to serve the best barbecue your friends and family have ever tasted!…

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