Apr 30, 2008

CREAM OF THE CROP

They are many ways to chill or down during long hot summer seasons. You can turn on the AC or fan, wear less clothing, put on your sunglasses/shades or use sun block lotion and etc. Hot seasons, can help you to loose weight too by eating less or just salad.

And finally you can cool down by drinking more ice cold drinks or make your own yoghurt, sorbet or ice-cream. Well here are some links to get you moving in the right direction(i.e. making your own ice cream)

http://www.cuisinart.com/catalog/category.php?cat_id=10
http://www.deni.com/
http://www.icecreamrevolution.com/
http://www.realsimple.com/realsimple/content/0,21770,1626889,00.html?rid=icecream
http://www.carnival-popcorn.com/online%20shop_funz%20machine.html

History of Ice Cream
The History of Ice Cream - The origins of ice cream can be traced back to at least the 4th century B.C. (from About.com)
Thomas Jefferson’s “easy” recipe for vanilla ice cream - Some things HAVE gotten easier over time!
All About Ice Cream - History, Pictures and Short Stories - Did you know that July 16th is National Ice Cream Day?
National Geographic weighs in on Ice Cream - Cool timeline of interesting milestones in the history of Ice Cream
The History of Ice Cream in Iran - Truly an international treat
Food TimeLine – Facts, history and notes - Ice Cream and beyond, including hisoric recipes

Ice Cream Science
The Physical Chemistry of Ice Cream -The finer points of physical chemistry and flavor release make this favorite treat so sweet
Finding Science in Ice Cream - from the Dept. of Food Science at the University of Guelph, Ontario, Canada

Trivia, Humor & Fun
123 Greetings - Free greeting e-cards for June 8th, Ice Cream Day!
Ice Cream Trivia Tests - Test your "IceQ" with these tough quizzes
Ice Cream Trivia - Lots of fun facts here
Weirdest Ice Cream Flavors and 5 most popular flavors in America - Garlic Ice Cream???
The Ice Screamers – People with a Passion for Ice Cream - A club for collectors of Ice Cream-related things
Ice Cream trucks for sale - Start your own Ice Cream business...
KidsConnect - Ice Cream Facts and Trivia. Ice Cream History and Folklore. Ice CreamRecipes and Links - Lot's of good stuff here, including an Ice Cream unit for school teachers

Recipes! (see our recipes here)
Ice Cream Recipes, facts, pictures, toppings and links - This is a big site with lot's of recipes, tips and more
Ice cream recipes - Ice Creams, Sorbets, Toppings, Sauces and more

WINE 101



Singaporeans adore good food and wines and are happy to pay ay price that they can afford. Life is too short to drink bad wine and eat bad food. Wine types encompass sparkling wine, whites, red, sweet wines and many more. For a larger collection, a wine fridge is de rigeur where you can keep the wine at 12 degrees Celsius and 75 percent humidity. If you’re a wealthy wine connoisseur, you can build your own wine cellar and have them double up as bomb shelter.


White vs Red:
Although red is perceived as having health benefits and is trendier, more people are moving beyond the traditionally popular red to white. Whine white such as ‘cult’ wines like Cloudy Bay from New Zealand are being consumed more here.

Countries of origin:
While Australian and French wines still rule, wines from other countries are giving them a run for their money. Top contenders are Chile, South Africa and New Zealand. For a small collection, a fridge is best. Wyndam Estate Bin 888 from Australia are usually sold out during CNY in Singapore because of its lucky number. France is popular for high-end premium wines.

Sparkling wines:
Champagne are becoming more widespread. Champagnes like James Bond’s “Bollinger Grand Annee 1997 Champagne” while Italy’s Bistol’s Proseco di Valdobbiadene.

25 - 27 Oct // Wine for Asia 2007 It is Asia's most comprehensive international wine exhibition and Sopexa's first inaugural French Pavilion. Read on... ...

8 - 11 Nov // Bonjour French Fair Come down for another season of food and wine at the Bonjour French Fair! There will even be a Giant Eiffel Tower for you to hang the wish of your choice. Read on to find out more.......

19 - 23 Nov // Alsace meets Asia 2007 The yearly affair with Alsace Wine is once again back from the 19 Nov - 23 Nov 2007 with more events. Read on to find out how you can be a part of it... ...

15 Nov // Beaujolais Nouveau Join us on the 15th of Nov to mark the celebration of "Beaujolais Nouveau"! Look out for promotions available with purchase of the wine at Cold Storage, Isetan and Carrefour. More details will be coming your way so keep a look out... ... More Events >>

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