I was just using stumbleupon today, (For those of you who don't know what it is, please see http://www.stumbleupon.com/) and low and behold, I came across a page that shocked me. Not in a disturbing image, or video kind of way, or a blog filled with racism, slurs, or controversial religious propaganda; oh no. It was just about one recipe that will forever change how I view one fruit.
http://www.thekitchn.com/thekitchn/stay-cool/how-to-make-creamy-ice-cream-with-just-one-ingredient-093414
That's Right! The banana! I had no idea that when pureed, it turns into a thick creamy treat! Since I am a lactose intolerant, I thought this would be the perfect summer treat for the lactose intolerant, vegetarian, vegan, or people who just like making new healthier choices.
While you're on the site, check out other blogs as well for even more simple recipe tricks that might spice up your life.
Sunday, January 17, 2010
Wednesday, January 13, 2010
FIRE!
So something recent that has happened in our lovely city.
http://bit.ly/4zCMJ1
It is quite unfortunate, but could have been prevented I think. Most townhouses, apartment buildings, and houses in our city are usually anywhere from 50-100+ years old and have not been updated for awhile! If the apartments were newly fitted with proper installation, people were more careful while smoking, and electrical wiring was updated, we could prevent most of these fires from happening!
Hopefully this incident made some landlords realize how quickly your assets can go up in flames, or at least the tenants are now aware of the need for insurance and emergency plans just in case (hey, a fireproof safe doesn't hurt either.) I just hope that this year our city doesn't see so much fire as previous years.
http://bit.ly/4zCMJ1
It is quite unfortunate, but could have been prevented I think. Most townhouses, apartment buildings, and houses in our city are usually anywhere from 50-100+ years old and have not been updated for awhile! If the apartments were newly fitted with proper installation, people were more careful while smoking, and electrical wiring was updated, we could prevent most of these fires from happening!
Hopefully this incident made some landlords realize how quickly your assets can go up in flames, or at least the tenants are now aware of the need for insurance and emergency plans just in case (hey, a fireproof safe doesn't hurt either.) I just hope that this year our city doesn't see so much fire as previous years.
Wednesday, January 6, 2010
PubStumpers!
Well here we go! The very first blog from Gizmo! I'm very excited to be starting a blogging website :) Have always wanted to give it a go, and now that my work has settled down a bit I can finally try this.
NEWS: Gizmada won another round at PubStumpers. For those of you who aren't familiar with the game. It's basically a trivia game (similar to trivial pursuit, but without levels). In Saint John, we trivia fanatics gather every Tuesday at Big Tide Brewing Company (Located on Princess St. right across from O'Leary's), to compete against other teams of 8 players to try and win prizes and claim the title of first place! Prizes include both a "Beer round" and a "Nacho round." If your team gets the most points in either round, you win either a pitcher of beer for your team or a plate of nachos. Simple fun for an otherwise boring night in Saint John. There is no pressure to drink, or order an item off the menu, it's just an added perk.
In conclusion, great game, great fun, great friends and a chance to meet new people in the city if you are new. Best if you love random trivia and have a head full of "useless" knowledge.
Everyone is welcome.
Cheers!
NEWS: Gizmada won another round at PubStumpers. For those of you who aren't familiar with the game. It's basically a trivia game (similar to trivial pursuit, but without levels). In Saint John, we trivia fanatics gather every Tuesday at Big Tide Brewing Company (Located on Princess St. right across from O'Leary's), to compete against other teams of 8 players to try and win prizes and claim the title of first place! Prizes include both a "Beer round" and a "Nacho round." If your team gets the most points in either round, you win either a pitcher of beer for your team or a plate of nachos. Simple fun for an otherwise boring night in Saint John. There is no pressure to drink, or order an item off the menu, it's just an added perk.
In conclusion, great game, great fun, great friends and a chance to meet new people in the city if you are new. Best if you love random trivia and have a head full of "useless" knowledge.
Everyone is welcome.
Cheers!
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