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Thursday, January 7, 2021
- Food
- Food
Does Drying a Roast Really Help?
First, buying a roast and putting it wide open in your fridge a few days before you cook it is not dry-aging. While we would...FoodSecret to Hard Boil Eggs
Here's my secret to hard boiling eggs. Poke a little hole at the bottom (the big end) where there is normally an air pocket. This...FoodLobster Instapot Vortex
Another dish in the Vortex. Cut down the shell of the lobster tail and stop at the tail. Pull the meat out and place on...FoodHow to Set Your Thermometer Properly
Here's a quick tip on inserting the meat thermometer into your roast. While the meat is cold, place the thermometer on the side of the...FoodInstapot Vortex Prime Rib
Does it fit? Short answer, yes. The bad news...it can only be about 4 pounds. Here's how it's done. Get your prime rib. It should be...
- Tools
- Tools
My Nest Thermostat Knows Me Better Than Me
My thermostat knows me better than me and that's why I love my Nest Thermostat. Yes, it's a little on the older side of...ToolsMisen Carbon Steel Pan
Ordered. Will season when it arrives and then see how nonstick it really is. Check them out at Misen and receive 20% off.ToolsWhy I Love My GoRuck Backpack
Other than their Scars Lifetime Guarantee...lifetime warranty. I love my GoRuck because of its open flat abilities. This gives me the ability to open...ToolsCanada Post Codes to City Providence
Thanks to Ray who sent me the data. Ray saw the post on US zip codes to city and provided me the data to...ToolsSmith & Wesson Bullseye Throwing Knives
Just a quick note for intro to knife throwing knives. The Smith and Wesson Bullseye series is a great set and it won't hurt...
- Technology
- Technology
Gifts For Tech Loving Kids This Christmas
Planning for Christmas during covid is more than a challenge for many of us as it will stop us from spending time with the...TechnologyAre You Making The Most Of Your Smartphone?
Whatever kind of smartphone you have, you have to agree that it is an incredibly useful tool. Without it, so many things would be...TechnologyZoom Unmutes My Skype or Softphone
Ever been on a conference in Zoom and unmuting turns on your Skype or IP phone? And have a headset? Here's the simple fix for...TechnologyI Hear Myself on My Headphones of My Headset
Thanks to COVID many of us are on video conference calls. Once in a while you might have some problems with the sound. "I hear...TechnologyPC vs Console Gaming
Gaming has become ever more popular these days especially with the lockdowns and isolation it has become a pass time for many and also...
- Auto
- Auto
What Are The Quickest Ways To Sell Your Car Without Getting Ripped Off?
Selling your car is always a stressful process but it’s even harder if you need the cash quickly. Maybe you’re trying to pay off...AutoFinding Your Real Dream Car
When you are on the lookout for a new car, chances are there are certain vehicles that you would prefer to have over others....AutoProtecting Your Motorbike Or Car With Suspension Servicing
For those that have moved off stock suspension, it is a great idea for you to get them checked regularly. Aftermarket suspensions are built...AutoThink You Can’t Afford A Supercar? Think Again
The sticker prices for modern supercars are insane. You can quite easily drop half a million dollars or more on a vehicle, and even...AutoDriving Defensively: Best Ways to be Safe on the Road
Having a car accident is something that can be scary, dangerous, and costly. Even something small can have a great deal of impact on...
- Weddings
- Weddings
Your Step By Step Guide To Picking The Perfect Wedding Venue
When you get engaged and begin planning your dream wedding, so many ideas spin around your brain it can feel very overwhelming. With so...WeddingsTaking The Stress Out Of Wedding Planning
Planning your wedding can often be a nightmarish experience, as there are just so many different features that you have to think about before...WeddingsFirst Look and Why You Should Do One
A first look session can be quite interesting and the pictures from it are usually the best. Couples these days choosing a lot more...WeddingsMost Romantic Destinations in Europe
Traveling is the only thing you spend money on that makes you richer in the end. Sounds funny, but it’s true. Even if you’re...WeddingsHow to Plan a Wedding – “New Normal” Guide
Whether the unpredictable pandemic situation will improve around the globe or not is something we cannot know for sure. However, one thing is certain,...
- Music
- Music
Gallien-Krueger Legacy 115 1×15″ 800w Bass Combo
For years, I've used a 4x8 cabinet. Then I went to a 2x10 combo amp. I would then dream of having one of those...MusicBoss Katana-100/212 MkII 2×12″ 100-watt Combo Amp
Need a great amp? The Boss Katana series is a great combo amp for small gigs or big gigs. There are built in voicings...VideoIbanez SRSC805 Cerro Single Cut Bass Guitar Review
5-string Electric Bass with Mahogany Body, Poplar Burl Top, 5-piece Maple/Purpleheart Neck, Purpleheart Fingerboard, and Bartolini Pickups. Okay, I'm done. All those specs point...
- General
- General
Spoils of Waking Up First the Day After Christmas
One of the benefits of being the first person awake after Christmas are the leftovers. Here's a plate I made at 6:30AM. Prime rib, mashed...GeneralBest Presents…to a Family…but Really Just Me
I enjoy family gifts they all seem geared to me. Slab of meat, bottle of wine, and hot sauce. Yes, just for me.GeneralSimple Saving: Everyday Approaches to Helping Your Finances
It's more difficult than ever to save money in the modern world. We've got to make so many different financial choices in our lives...GeneralThanks for Recycling COVID
We are at 7 months now of this pandemic. While we have not been infected with the virus there have been many side effects...General5 Things To Treat Yourself To In 2021
With 2020 not being the best year for many, why not use 2021 as a year to treat yourself. Upgrade something that you own...
- Food
- Food
Does Drying a Roast Really Help?
First, buying a roast and putting it wide open in your fridge a few days before you cook it is not dry-aging. While we would...FoodSecret to Hard Boil Eggs
Here's my secret to hard boiling eggs. Poke a little hole at the bottom (the big end) where there is normally an air pocket. This...FoodLobster Instapot Vortex
Another dish in the Vortex. Cut down the shell of the lobster tail and stop at the tail. Pull the meat out and place on...FoodHow to Set Your Thermometer Properly
Here's a quick tip on inserting the meat thermometer into your roast. While the meat is cold, place the thermometer on the side of the...FoodInstapot Vortex Prime Rib
Does it fit? Short answer, yes. The bad news...it can only be about 4 pounds. Here's how it's done. Get your prime rib. It should be...
- Tools
- Tools
My Nest Thermostat Knows Me Better Than Me
My thermostat knows me better than me and that's why I love my Nest Thermostat. Yes, it's a little on the older side of...ToolsMisen Carbon Steel Pan
Ordered. Will season when it arrives and then see how nonstick it really is. Check them out at Misen and receive 20% off.ToolsWhy I Love My GoRuck Backpack
Other than their Scars Lifetime Guarantee...lifetime warranty. I love my GoRuck because of its open flat abilities. This gives me the ability to open...ToolsCanada Post Codes to City Providence
Thanks to Ray who sent me the data. Ray saw the post on US zip codes to city and provided me the data to...ToolsSmith & Wesson Bullseye Throwing Knives
Just a quick note for intro to knife throwing knives. The Smith and Wesson Bullseye series is a great set and it won't hurt...
- Technology
- Technology
Gifts For Tech Loving Kids This Christmas
Planning for Christmas during covid is more than a challenge for many of us as it will stop us from spending time with the...TechnologyAre You Making The Most Of Your Smartphone?
Whatever kind of smartphone you have, you have to agree that it is an incredibly useful tool. Without it, so many things would be...TechnologyZoom Unmutes My Skype or Softphone
Ever been on a conference in Zoom and unmuting turns on your Skype or IP phone? And have a headset? Here's the simple fix for...TechnologyI Hear Myself on My Headphones of My Headset
Thanks to COVID many of us are on video conference calls. Once in a while you might have some problems with the sound. "I hear...TechnologyPC vs Console Gaming
Gaming has become ever more popular these days especially with the lockdowns and isolation it has become a pass time for many and also...
- Auto
- Auto
What Are The Quickest Ways To Sell Your Car Without Getting Ripped Off?
Selling your car is always a stressful process but it’s even harder if you need the cash quickly. Maybe you’re trying to pay off...AutoFinding Your Real Dream Car
When you are on the lookout for a new car, chances are there are certain vehicles that you would prefer to have over others....AutoProtecting Your Motorbike Or Car With Suspension Servicing
For those that have moved off stock suspension, it is a great idea for you to get them checked regularly. Aftermarket suspensions are built...AutoThink You Can’t Afford A Supercar? Think Again
The sticker prices for modern supercars are insane. You can quite easily drop half a million dollars or more on a vehicle, and even...AutoDriving Defensively: Best Ways to be Safe on the Road
Having a car accident is something that can be scary, dangerous, and costly. Even something small can have a great deal of impact on...
- Weddings
- Weddings
Your Step By Step Guide To Picking The Perfect Wedding Venue
When you get engaged and begin planning your dream wedding, so many ideas spin around your brain it can feel very overwhelming. With so...WeddingsTaking The Stress Out Of Wedding Planning
Planning your wedding can often be a nightmarish experience, as there are just so many different features that you have to think about before...WeddingsFirst Look and Why You Should Do One
A first look session can be quite interesting and the pictures from it are usually the best. Couples these days choosing a lot more...WeddingsMost Romantic Destinations in Europe
Traveling is the only thing you spend money on that makes you richer in the end. Sounds funny, but it’s true. Even if you’re...WeddingsHow to Plan a Wedding – “New Normal” Guide
Whether the unpredictable pandemic situation will improve around the globe or not is something we cannot know for sure. However, one thing is certain,...
- Music
- Music
Gallien-Krueger Legacy 115 1×15″ 800w Bass Combo
For years, I've used a 4x8 cabinet. Then I went to a 2x10 combo amp. I would then dream of having one of those...MusicBoss Katana-100/212 MkII 2×12″ 100-watt Combo Amp
Need a great amp? The Boss Katana series is a great combo amp for small gigs or big gigs. There are built in voicings...VideoIbanez SRSC805 Cerro Single Cut Bass Guitar Review
5-string Electric Bass with Mahogany Body, Poplar Burl Top, 5-piece Maple/Purpleheart Neck, Purpleheart Fingerboard, and Bartolini Pickups. Okay, I'm done. All those specs point...
- General
- General
Spoils of Waking Up First the Day After Christmas
One of the benefits of being the first person awake after Christmas are the leftovers. Here's a plate I made at 6:30AM. Prime rib, mashed...GeneralBest Presents…to a Family…but Really Just Me
I enjoy family gifts they all seem geared to me. Slab of meat, bottle of wine, and hot sauce. Yes, just for me.GeneralSimple Saving: Everyday Approaches to Helping Your Finances
It's more difficult than ever to save money in the modern world. We've got to make so many different financial choices in our lives...GeneralThanks for Recycling COVID
We are at 7 months now of this pandemic. While we have not been infected with the virus there have been many side effects...General5 Things To Treat Yourself To In 2021
With 2020 not being the best year for many, why not use 2021 as a year to treat yourself. Upgrade something that you own...
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