Marzipan Bob Ross
Marzipan, a delicious and light treat made of a fairly unusual combination of sugar and almond meal, often accented with almond extract. It has been used in all varieties of sweets and treats, and manages to be both kosher and appropriate for Lent. Its excellent mutability makes it popular for themed cakes and confections, as it can be molded into just about anything. During the rest of the year, it’s often found served with chocolate, making it a powerfully decadent treat that’s more than a little loved by its fans.
History of Marzipan Day
The origins of Marzipan aren’t entirely clear, but culinary historians have traced its most likely place of origin as Persia. From there it traveled through the various trade routes to become a staple of European cuisine, most likely having first been brought there by the Turks. During this era the Hanseatic League, a trade confederation of towns rather than people, transported great quantities of it, making it a staple of most of the towns that called the Hanseatic League their own.
The origins of Marzipan aren’t entirely clear, but culinary historians have traced its most likely place of origin as Persia. From there it traveled through the various trade routes to become a staple of European cuisine, most likely having first been brought there by the Turks. During this era the Hanseatic League, a trade confederation of towns rather than people, transported great quantities of it, making it a staple of most of the towns that called the Hanseatic League their own.
Lubeck and Tallinn are particularly proud of their history and tradition of marzipan manufacture, and quality and almond content are taken very seriously. While Persia is the most likely place for it to have found its start, there is also ample evidence that Spain either developed a version of its own, or was the actual starting place of this confectionery treat.
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Word of the Day
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| Definition: | (verb) Tear or be torn violently. | ||
| Synonyms: | pull, rend, rip | ||
| Usage: | As he rose, a flash of lightning, that seemed to rive the remotest heights of heaven, illumined the darkness. | ||
Idiom of the Day
make a long arm for (something)— To extend one's arm fully toward something; to reach out for something. |
History
Ferdinand I, King of the Two Sicilies (1751)
Ferdinand became king of Naples in 1759 when his father ascended to the Spanish throne. A weak ruler, he was greatly influenced by his wife, the arguably more capable Maria Carolina of Austria. The execution of her sister, Marie Antoinette of France, induced Ferdinand to fight against the French Revolution. The French then invaded Naples—twice. Ferdinand regained control of Naples and took over Sicily, but his despotism prompted an 1820 insurrection.
Air gun eye injuries rise 169% among kids, study finds
| He removed his goggles for just a moment, to wipe away the colorful paint splattered across them, and then his life changed forever. At that moment, the 12-year-old boy, who would become Dr. Douglas Fredrick's youngest patient with an air-gun-related eye ... |
Air gun eye injuries up 169% among kids
1773 - The first public museum in America was established in Charleston, SC.
1896 - At Davidson College, several students took x-ray photographs. They created the first X-ray photographs to be made in America.
1908 - A wireless message was sent long-distance for the first time from the Eiffel Tower in Paris.
1915 - The U.S. Congress established the Rocky Mountain National Park.
1928 - Vladimir Horowitz debuted as a soloist with the New York Philharmonic at Carnegie Hall in New York City.
1932 - Hattie W. Caraway became the first woman elected to the U.S. Senate.
1943 - The Office of Price Administration announced that standard frankfurters/hot dogs/wieners would be replaced by 'Victory Sausages.'
1949 - "Kukla, Fran and Ollie", the Chicago-based children’s show, made its national debut on NBC-TV.
1966 - "Batman" debuted on ABC-TV.
1971 - "All In the Family" debuted on CBS-TV.
1981 - The Recording Industry Association of America donated Bob Dylan's "Blonde on Blonde," KISS' "Alive!" and "Never Mind the Bollocks, Here's the Sex Pistols" to the Library of Congress.
1986 - Space shuttle Columbia blasted off with a crew that included the first Hispanic-American in space, Dr. Franklin R. Chang-Diaz.
1999 - Mark McGwire's 70th home run ball was sold at auction in New York for $3 million to an anonymous bidder.
2006 - The U.S. Mint began shipping new 5-cent coins to the 12 regional Federal Reserve Banks. The coin has an image of Thomas Jefferson taken from a 1800 Rembrandt Peale portrait in which the president is looking forward. Since 1909, when presidents were first depicted on circulating coins, all presidents had been shown in profile.
If You Were Born Today, January 12
You have a strong character with a contrary streak, but overall, you are charming and intriguing. While responsible and basically security-minded, you can also be quirky and rebellious. You are very partnership-oriented, always in mind that things are better shared, even the smallest things and simplest of activities. It is not that you are dependent exactly–in fact, you have a decidedly independent streak–it’s more that you truly enjoy good company. Famous people born today: Jack London, Rush Limbaugh, Howard Stern, Kirstie Alley, Rob Zombie, Luise Rainer, Naya Rivera.
1.
Purgatory Resort WinterFest 2018
Jan 12-15, 2018 | Durango, CO
Purgatory Resort|24 Sheol St
Relax, aren't dying. You aren't undergoing purification either. The Purgatory Resort is a happy winter wonderland that doesn't contain the slightest hint of suffering. Their Winterfest celebration offers all kinds of cool activities like ice climbing, snowboarding, tubing, craft beer and live music among several other activities. That doesn't sound all that horrible, does it?
further information: Winterfest 2018 - 20160116 - Purgatory Resort
2.
New England International Auto Show 2018
Jan 11-15, 2018 | Boston, MA
Boston Convention & Exhibition Center|415 Summer St
The New England International Auto Show in downtown Boston is a car-lover’s paradise. This event features hundreds of snazzy, high-tech and exotic cars unlocked and available for the full enjoyment of attendees, along with product specialists on stand-by to answer questions and entice potential buyers, plus scores of vintage vehicles for those who appreciate the past. It’s not just for grease monkeys around here, though – plenty of vendor stands and games including basketball and trivia are around to make the NEIAS a full day of fun for the whole family.
further information: Welcome to the New England International Auto Show
3.
Houston Salsa Congress 2018
Jan 11-15, 2018 | Houston, TX
The Westin Houston, Memorial City|945 Gessner Rd
Finally, a Congress that everyone would vote for! In 2000, the first Houston Salsa Congress was hosted in the City of Houston, and the event has become a tradition which continues to highlight the beauty, creativity, and culture of Latin dance and music with through featured live artists from all around the globe. Now one of the largest salsa events in the country, this festival provides guests with a magical experience that will transport them straight into the heart of Latin culture.
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The flight into Egypt is a biblical event described in the Gospel of Matthew (Matthew 2:13–23). Soon after the visit by the Magi, who had learned that King Herod intended to kill the infants of that area, an angel appeared to Joseph in a dream to tell him to flee to Egypt with Mary and infant son Jesus. The depiction here is part of an altarpiece by the Italian painter Gentile da Fabriano.
AMETHYST GOEDE WEDDING CAKE
BY INTRICATE ICINGS
This wedding cake rocks
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RECIPE
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Slow Cooker Teriyaki Chicken
Prep Time 10 min Cook Time 3 hr, 30 Total Time 10 mins
Serves 4-6 ADJUST SERVINGS
Slow Cooker Chicken Teriyaki makes the perfect easy set and forget crock-pot meal. Best of all, only 10 minutes of prep with a delicious homemade Teriyaki sauce. Skip the takeout!
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Amount Per Serving | As Served |
| Calories 368kcalCalories from fat 40 | |
| % Daily Value | |
| Total Fat 4g | |
| Saturated Fat 1g | |
| Cholesterol 83mg | |
| Sodium 1201mg | |
| Carbohydrate 51g | |
| Dietary Fiber 1g | |
| Sugars 23g | |
| Protein 31g | |
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs:
| Calories | 2000 | |
|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | Less than | 65g |
| Sat Fat | Less than | 25g |
| Cholesterol | Less than | 300mg |
| Sodium | Less than | 2,400mg |
| Total Carbohydrate | 300g | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25g | |
INGREDIENTS
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or chicken thighs
- 1/2 cup low sodium soy sauce (or can use tamari or coconut aminos for gluten free or paleo)
- 1/3 cup honey
- 1/4 rice wine vinegar (or apple cider vinegar for paleo)
- 1 tablespoon Mirin (or dry sherry) (optional)
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 teaspoons freshly grated or minced ginger
- 2 tablespoons corn starch (or arrowroot/tapioca starch for paleo)
- 3 tablespoon cold water
- For garnish: sliced green onions, sesame seeds
- For lunch bowls: cooked rice, quinoa or noodles, cooked shelled edamame beans, roasted or stir-fried broccoli (or other vegetable of your choice), lunch containers
INSTRUCTIONS
- For Slow Cooker Method:Place the chicken in the bottom of your slow cooker. In a small bowl, combine soy sauce, honey, vinegar, mirin, sesame oil, garlic and ginger and pour over chicken. Cover and cook on LOW for 3-4 hours or HIGH for 2-3 hours.
- To thicken sauce, combine the corn starch with water and stir into the slow cooker. Cook on HIGH for another 30-40 minutes, or until sauce has bubbled and thickened up. Shred chicken into pieces with two forks and serve with any remaining sauce along with your favorite rice, quinoa or noodles.
- For lunch bowls, make rice and vegetables and divide evenly among lunch containers. Add chicken and drizzle on remaining sauce. Sprinkle with sesame seeds, if desired.
- For Instant Pot Method:
- Place the chicken in the Instant Pot.
- In a small bowl, combine soy sauce, honey, vinegar, mirin, sesame oil, garlic and ginger and pour over chicken.
- Close and seal Instant Pot.
- Set on high for 5 minutes, let naturally release for 15 minutes.
- Remove chicken from Instant Pot and shred with two forks.
- Turn Instant Pot to Saute. Combine the corn starch with water and stir into the Instant Pot. Allow the sauce to bubble and thicken up. Add the chicken back into the Instant Pot and combine with sauce. Serve with any remaining sauce along with your favorite rice, quinoa or noodles.
- Sprinkle with sesame seeds, green onions and serve over rice, quinoa or zoodles, if desired.
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SUDOKU ... hard
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Portuguese knitting is a good choice for people with carpal tunnel, arthritis, and joint pain because little movement is needed to form the stitches.
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