Photo: Nelly M.

For many people, a steaming cup of espresso is the one and only thing that can effectively help them get their morning off to a good start and give them that burst of energy they need to get out the door and on the way to the office. For some, the lure of picking up their cup of java at their favorite coffee shop is enough to get them moving, but others need an espresso coffee maker in their own kitchen to get their fix.

Does eating out of a can get you down? Are you tired of the same boring meals through the week but do not want to eat out? Perhaps it is time you shake the dust off those cookbooks and find new recipes to liven up your tired palate. There is no need to panic. The trick is to keep it simple and not panic or become overly stressed. New recipes should be about adventure and bringing new experiences home.

Photo: Linnell Esler

The quality of drinking water is a hot topic for debate these days – and for good reason. Contaminated drinking water can contribute to illness and health problems. Unfortunately, with each passing year it seems that there are more and more contaminants found in the water we drink, making it ever more important to use water filters to purify our water for drinking and cooking.

Water filters are wonderful devices that can significantly improve the overall quality of water. This can mean improvement in the taste, the smell and even the appearance of drinking water. But what about the things that cannot be seen by the naked eye? In most homes, everyday tap water contains harmful chemicals and other toxic substances.

Various myths and beliefs are surrounding food even in our modern age as they were centuries back. Even scientific proof sometimes fails to dispel them…

Food myths have been there across all cultures, races, and societies. They are like a part of folklore. Some originated as an attempt to prevent children from doing something, like swallowing a chewing gum or eating fruits along with seeds. The majority of modern food myths are connected to numerous diets, weight loss programs, as well as marketing all sorts of slimming food supplements and other products. In spite of the scientific researches and proofs, these myths still persist, producing a lot of confusion.

Here’s one for you moms who need to whip up an emergency dinner. Although I run my own business from home, many days I get so caught up with work that the dinner prep hour sneaks up on me. Last night for example was one of them. I only had 1 hour before hubs got home so I quickly whipped this up.

Ingredients

1. 3 pieces of chicken breasts (it was semi frozen too! LOL)
2. Oil
3. Durkee Grill Creations Smoky Mesquite Seasoning (I always have some kind of grill seasoning at hand)