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This article is an online exclusive for Chef Magazine's September 2010 issue.
Chefs often turn to cheese when a menu item needs a flavor boost--which makes perfect sense. Aged varieties are rich with umami, such as a pungent and tongue-tingling cave-aged Stilton. International samples provide exotic allure and story, like the buttery, semifirm Mahón from the island of Menorca off the coast of Spain. Thanks to its universal palate-pleasing appeal, a mouth-watering cheese call-out on the menu will result in guests responding with their forks (think: "Lamb sugo topped with ricotta salata, served with creamy mascarpone polenta").
Sure, the world is full of cheeses that underwhelm. American author and broadcaster Clifton Faidman (1904-1999) put it best: "A cheese may disappoint. It may be dull, it may be naive, it may be oversophisticated. Yet it remains cheese--milk's leap toward immortality."
Helping you pinpoint the dairy products that are worth praise, Chef Magazine offers up the following award-winning cheeses that resonate with chefs and customers alike, as well as fall-inspired, cheese-centric recipes.
[Editor's note: In the Autumn 2010 issue of our sister publication, Chef Educator Today, we featured an article entitled, "An homage to fromage," by Dana Cox, a chef-instructor at Kendall College and a veteran of Chicago's fine-dining scene. Her tips on how to tell a cheese's story could assist in staff training as well. Read the article here.]
Goat cheese stands firm
When Cypress Grove introduced Midnight Moon firm goat's milk cheese in 2002, the company received a "Best New Product Award" from the National Association for the Specialty Food Trade. This year, the cheddar-like, nutty aged cheese received "Best of Class" honors at the 2010 World Championship Cheese Contest in Madison, Wis. Since its introduction, Midnight Moon has won over quite a few chef fans, too, including Erik Schuster of the historic Langham Hotel in Pasadena, Calif., who makes melt-in-your-mouth Midnight Moon chips, and Dan McHugh of Cafe Brio and F Street Cafe (now closed), who has used it to top a Mediterranean-inspired pizza with roasted peppers, olives and crispy shallots (recipe, below).
It's worth noting that several other goat cheeses in Cypress Grove's catalog took home honors at this year's American Cheese Society competition in Seattle. In the "Fresh Goat's Milk Cheeses (No Rind)" category, Cypress Grove Chevre Log was awarded first place, and the company's Natural, Fresh Chevre won second. Signature Humboldt Fog surface-ripened goat's milk cheese took third place in the "Soft Ripened Open Category for Cheeses Made from Goat's Milk." Truffle Tremor, a ripened cheese infused with truffle, was awarded second place in "Soft Ripened Flavor Added Goat Cheese."
The Goat Pizza with Crispy Shallots
Dan McHugh, chef, formerly of F Stop Café, Eureka, Calif.;
wine pairing by Marlene Rossman
Dan McHugh, chef, formerly of F Stop Café, Eureka, Calif.;
wine pairing by Marlene Rossman
Yield: 1 14" pizza
Chef McHugh says: "The longer you wait to eat the pizza, the more you risk the crust becoming soggy. It usually depends on what you put the finishing product on: Ceramic is the worst, and wood is the best."
1 package active dry or fresh yeast
1 t. honey
1 c. warm water, 105°-115°F
3 c. all-purpose flour (high-gluten flour also works well and promotes elasticity)
1 t. kosher salt
1 T. extra virgin olive oil, plus additional for brushing
1/3 c. grated Cypress Grove Midnight Moon cheese
1/3 c. Cypress Grove Fromage Blanc cheese
1/3 c. roasted peppers
1/3 c. Mediterranean olives mix
Crispy shallots (recipe follows)
Fresh thyme, for garnish
Method (1) In a small bowl, dissolve the yeast and honey in 1/4 c. warm water. In a food processor, combine the flour and the salt. Add the oil, the yeast mixture and the remaining 3/4 c. water, and process until the mixture forms a ball. (2) The pizza dough can also be made in a mixer fitted with a dough hook. Mix on low speed until the mixture comes cleanly away from the sides of the bowl and starts to climb up the dough hook. Turn the dough out onto a clean work surface, and knead by hand 2-3 minutes longer. The dough should be smooth and firm. Cover the dough with a clean, damp towel, and let it rise in a cool spot for about 2 hours. (3) Divide the dough into even balls, and shape; let rest at least 1 hour before tossing. (This dough will keep in the refrigerator for 2 days if it is tightly wrapped.) (4) Preheat oven to 450°-475°F, and fit the oven with a pizza stone. Bring the dough to room temperature, and flour lightly to shape. Push the dough out from the center to make a circle. Once you have the shape and thickness you desire, place the dough on a cutting board or pizza peel dusted with semolina flour. Brush the edge of the pizza dough with olive oil. (5) Dress the pizza with goat cheeses, peppers and olives. Slide pizza onto the stone in the oven, and close the door. It is important that the pizza stone is hot to develop a nice crust. Depending on the oven, you may want to rotate the pizza on the stone to ensure even cooking. (6) Once the outer crust has achieved the desired color, remove pizza from the oven, garnish with generous amounts of Crispy Shallots and fresh thyme, and serve right away.
Crispy Shallots
5 large shallots
3 c. canola oil
Kosher or sea salt, to taste
Method (1) Slice shallots thin but not paper thin or they will burn. Spread them out in a single layer to dry out while the oil heats; this will result in a crisper shallot. Heat the oil in a heavy pot or Dutch oven to 325°-350°F. (2) Fry shallots in small batches until they turn from white to golden brown. Remove from the oil, and salt immediately. Once the shallots cool completely, they'll become crisp. They will keep for at least 24 hours covered tightly at room temperature.
Wine pairing: Casa Silva Sauvignon Blanc Reserva 2009 (Chile)
Cheddar like none other
Cabot Clothbound Cheddar--full of layers of nutty, buttery flavor--recently won the blue ribbon in the "Bandaged Cheddar, Sharp to Aged" class at the biennial World Championship Cheese Contest. Cabot Clothbound Cheddar has previously been awarded "Best of Show" at the American Cheese Society competition and a gold medal at London's World Cheese Awards. This bandaged cheddar ages on spruce boards and is hand-turned and brushed at the Cellars at Jasper Hill in Greensboro, Vt. While Cabot Clothbound Cheddar is fantastic on its own--try serving it with a nutty brown ale to boost its aged cheddar flavor--Cabot Sharp Cheddar is an excellent ingredient in appetizers, entrées and even desserts (recipe below). Cabot Creamery produces several varieties of cheddar and other cheeses with local milk from the herds of its Northeast dairy farmers cooperative.
Stephanie Sokolove, chef/owner, Stephanie's on Newbury and Stephi's on Tremont, Boston;
wine pairing by Marlene Rossman
wine pairing by Marlene Rossman
Chef Sokolove says: "Diners at the restaurant love the tang of the dried cherries, the sharp cheddar cheese and the sweetness of the apples combined with the flaky puff pastry as a delicious and delightful end to their sophisticated comfort food meals. ... I have to say, we love Cabot Cheddar cheese."
Yield: 8 turnovers
3/4 c. dried cherries
2 c. warm water
2 T. Cabot Unsalted Butter
About 3/4 c. sugar, divided
3/4 t. ground cinnamon, divided
2 Granny Smith apples, peeled and cut into medium-small dice
3/4 c. sliced almonds, toasted
2 oz. (about 1/2 c.) Cabot Sharp Cheddar, grated, plus slices for garnish
Salt, as needed
2 McIntosh apples, peeled, cored and quartered
1 c. apple juice
1 large egg
1 T. heavy cream
1 package frozen puff pastry, thawed
Method (1) Soak cherries in warm water until soft, about 20 minutes. (2) Meanwhile, in large skillet over medium-high heat, combine butter, 2 T. sugar and 1/2 t. cinnamon; stir until butter is melted. (3) Add Granny Smith apples and cook, stirring, until golden brown; transfer to bowl, and set aside to cool. (4) Drain cherries, reserving liquid. Add cherries, almonds, grated cheese and pinch of salt to cooled apples; set aside. (5) In saucepan, combine McIntosh apples, apple juice, remaining 1/3 c. sugar, remaining 1/4 t. cinnamon and reserved liquid from cherries. Add enough water to cover apples if needed. Bring to simmer, and cook until apples are very tender, about 15 minutes. Cool and purée in food processor or food mill. Set applesauce aside. (6) Preheat oven to 375°F. In small bowl, whisk together egg and cream. Cut 8 5" by 5" squares from puff pastry. Brush each square with some of egg mixture. (7) Place small dollop of applesauce in center of each square, then top with 2-3 T. apple/cherry mixture. Bring two opposite corners of pastry together, pressing together to seal. Repeat with other two corners. (8) Place turnovers on baking sheet. Brush tops with more of egg mixture and sprinkle with sugar. Refrigerate for 30 minutes. (9) Bake puff pastry for 20-25 minutes or until puffed and golden brown. Serve with remaining applesauce and slices of Cabot Sharp Cheddar.
Wine pairing: Domaine Pinnacle Apple Ice Wine NV (Canada)
So Gouda
If you're searching for near-epic Gouda, look no further than Old Amsterdam--which scored 99.6 and won "Best of Class, Aged Gouda Category" at this year's World Championship Cheese Contest. Old Amsterdam, produced by Westland Kaasspecialiteiten BV, out-ranked nearly 40 other aged Goudas from around the world to win these honors. Smooth yet robust, this cheese is flecked with fine ripening crystals thanks to the master cheesemakers who carefully craft and monitor this family recipe for Gouda. Old Amsterdam is easy to slice and shred, making it not only a great addition to a cheese plate but also a stellar ingredient--such as an apple and aged Gouda dip (recipe, below).
Hudson Valley Apple and Old Amsterdam Gouda Dip
Michael Defonzo, executive chef, P.J. Clarke's, New York City;
wine pairing by Marlene Rossman
Michael Defonzo, executive chef, P.J. Clarke's, New York City;
wine pairing by Marlene Rossman
8 green apples
1/4 c. sweet butter
1 c. brown sugar
1 T. cinnamon
1 t. grated nutmeg
Pinch of ground cardamom
Pinch of salt
1 c. heavy cream (40% butterfat)
3 c. Old Amsterdam Gouda Cheese, grated and divided
Method (1) Peel, core and slice apples. Melt butter with sugar, spices and salt. Add apples, and cook for 10 minutes on low heat until apples are just tender. Let cool, then chop to desired size, 1/4" pieces are preferred. (2) In separate pot, heat 1 c. cream; add 2 c. Gouda, and turn off heat. Stir until cheese is melted. (3) Pour melted cheese sauce into apple mixture. Put apples and cheese into desired baking dish, and bake covered at 350°F for 15 minutes. Add remaining 1 c. Gouda on top, and bake for another 5 minutes, uncovered. Serve warm with choice of bread.
Wine pairing: Gonzalez Byass Jerez-Xérès-Sherry Oloroso Dulce Solera "1847" NV (Spain)
Farm charm
There is something inherently special about farmstead cheese. Perhaps it's that bucolic mental image of the herd animals happily munching on grass while the cheese, made from their rich milk, is brought to life in a separate barn overlooking the fields. Whatever it is, farmstead cheeses are indeed hand-crafted and delicious--and customers appreciate seeing them. Some farmstead cheesemakers find regional or national distribution routes for their products. For some ideas, check out the American Cheese Society's 2010 winners in the "Farmstead Cheese" category on its website. This year, Extra Aged Pleasant Ridge Reserve, produced by Uplands Cheese Co., Dodgeville, Wis., not only took first place in the Farmstead Hard Cow's Milk Cheese (Aged over 60 days) category, but it also won Best of Show.
But often, half of the draw of farmstead cheese is that it's made locally; thus, purchasing directly through the cheesemakers at local farmers' markets not only promotes area businesses, but also provides the freshest product out there. For instance, Josh Lanning, sous chef and pastry chef of June in Peoria Heights, Ill., swears by the fresh chèvre from Champaign-based Prairie Fruits Farm and Creamery, which sells to Chicago area farmers' markets. The chèvre's rich creaminess can be attributed in large part to Prairie Fruits Farm's herd of Nubian and La Mancha goats who forage on surrounding alfalfa and grass hay fields. After contemplating how to incorporate this cheese into the fall menu for June, Lanning says, "I'm going to make goat cheese ice cream and dip it in apple cider caramel and dip it in a little citric acid powder. It will sit on top of candied fennel, ... roasted apple layered with a fennel custard and strudel." (recipe, below)
Roasted Apple with Fennel Custard, Strudel, Caramel-Covered Goat Cheese Ice Cream and Sassafras
Josh Lanning, sous chef and pastry chef, June, Peoria Heights, Ill.;
wine pairing by Marlene Rossman;
photo courtesy of Jeffery Noble
Josh Lanning, sous chef and pastry chef, June, Peoria Heights, Ill.;
wine pairing by Marlene Rossman;
photo courtesy of Jeffery Noble
Yield: 6-8 servings
Goat Cheese Ice Cream (recipe follows)
Apple Cider Caramel Sauce with Sassafras (recipe follows)
Strudel (recipe follows)
Fennel Custard (recipe follows)
Roasted Apples (recipe follows)
Candied Fennel (recipe follows)
1/2 t. citric acid
1 T. sugar
1 drop of apple extract (if available)
Method (1) Once Goat Cheese Ice Cream is frozen, scoop onto a sheet pan, and place a skewer in each scoop. Freeze until very hard. (2) Working quickly, dip each scoop of ice cream into the room-temperature Apple Cider Caramel Sauce with Sassafras, and immediately return to freezer. (3) Place the Strudel pastry round in the middle of the plate, and top with Fennel Custard. Take Roasted Apples and spoon on top of the Fennel Custard, allowing some juices to run over the side and to soak into the puff pastry. Place the Candied Fennel alongside and on top. (5) Mix together citric acid, sugar and apple extract to make citric powder. Plate a small dish of citric powder. Dip the Goat Cheese Ice Cream into remaining citric powder, and add on top of Roasted Apples.
Goat Cheese Ice Cream
2 1/3 c. milk
2 1/3 c. cream
2/3 c. honey, divided
6 oz. goat cheese (preferably Prairie Fruit Farms)
6 egg yolks
Method (1) Prepare an ice bath (fill a bowl with ice and place another bowl on top of the ice). (2) Warm the milk, cream and 1/3 c. honey together. (3) Meanwhile, place goat cheese in a bowl; in another bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and other 1/3 c. honey. Slowly whisk the warm milk mixture into the egg yolks. Place this mixture back into a pot over medium heat, stirring constantly. (4) Once the mixture coats the back of the spoon, pour over goat cheese and stir until smooth. Strain and place in ice bath; once cool, process in an ice-cream maker.
Apple Cider Caramel Sauce with Sassafras
4 c. apple cider
1/4 c. sassafras (found at specialty stores)
1/4 c. light brown sugar
1 vanilla bean, split and scraped
1 t. molasses
1/2 stick butter
Method (1) Combine cider, sassafras, sugar and vanilla bean, and bring to a boil; simmer for 20 minutes. Remove from heat, and let steep for 30 minutes. (2) Strain, and return to pot. Add molasses and butter; stir to combine, and cook over medium heat until the caramel thickens to coat the back of a spoon. Remove from heat, and reserve warm.
Fennel Custard
3 1/3 c. cream
1/2 c. toasted fennel seed
1 1/4 c. sugar
1/2 c. cold water
2.5 packets gelatin
5 c. plain yogurt
Method (1) Combine cream, toasted fennel and sugar, and bring to a boil; remove from heat, and let infuse for 30 minutes. (2) Stir together cold water and gelatin until gelatin dissolves; stir in yogurt. (3) Taste the cream, if the fennel flavor isn't strong enough, allow to infuse for another 15 minutes, or until desired flavor is reached. Strain infused cream into yogurt mixture, and then portion into cupcake molds sprayed with nonstick spray; fill to halfway and refrigerate. (4) Invert the Fennel Custards from the cupcake pan onto a sheet pan lined with parchment; cover and reserve.
1 package puff pastry or phyllo dough
Water, as needed
Brown sugar and cinnamon, as needed
Method (1) Cut frozen puff pastry or phyllo dough into rounds (the same diameter as the cupcakes). (2) Brush with water, sprinkle with a mix of brown sugar and cinnamon, and bake at 325°F for 10 minutes or until golden brown.
Roasted Apples
2 Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored and cubed
1/2 stick butter
1/2 c. light brown sugar
Method (1) Stir together all ingredients in a pot over medium heat and cook, stirring occasionally, until apples are soft and glazed. Reserve.
Candied Fennel
1 head fennel
Butter, as needed
1/2 c. sugar
1/2 c. apple cider vinegar
Method (1) Julienne the fennel, and sauté until light brown; add sugar and vinegar. Cook until thickened and the fennel is glazed. Reserve.
Wine pairing: Solms-Astor Cape Jazz Shiraz (Sparkling) 2009 (South Africa)


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The Votes Are In! Introducing The New Fruit & Cream Flavour
After an online poll to determine what new flavour would be included in Allens Fruits and Cream mixed lollie bag, we now officially have a winner!
The three new flavours we were asked to choose from were the not-too-sweet, not-too-tart Green Apple & Cream, velvety Blackberries & Cream and the exotic sounding, Yuzu & Cream.
Well, the votes are in and it's been announced that the newest flavour is.....
Blackberries & Cream!
You can now sample this new taste alongside perennial faves Strawberries and Peaches in an all new Fruits & Cream mix!

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Drip, Drip, Drip Promo Campaigns
By Terry Doherty, Mom's Choice Awards, literacy advocate, and founder of The Reading Club
Do you ever find yourself bogged down with trying to put together a newsletter? Me, too.
One of the cardinal rule of of marketing is to consistently and continually engage your fanbase. If you're following Carolyn's advice, you're building your email contact list during author visits. Collecting names and emails for your newsletter list is a great way to expand your network, but thanking each person for coming to see you and letting them know about all your promotional events can take A LOT of time.
That's where a drip campaign can come in handy. Drip campaigns are pre-planned emails that go out on a set schedule. There is no minimum or maximum number of "drops" in a campaign, but it does take some thought and a little prep time. Why? Because these emails have to be timeless, not to offer high quality content.
Let's use a book festival as an example. I collected emails from people who bought your book or who got an autograph. I'm home and adding all of those people to my newsletter list. I want to send an email to this group of people to say it was nice to meet them and thank them for coming to see me. But (a) I only want to send to my newest contacts (not the whole list) and (b) I want it to go out five days from now.
Lucky for me, I have a canned email that I use for all events. It says "thanks," but it also lets people know about the kinds of programs I do, asks them to let me know what they think of my book, and also to consider adding a review to Amazon (with a link to my product page).
Next, I set a rule in my email program that says something to the effect that when I add new people to my newsletter list, the "thanks" email should be launched five days later. Done! Now, whenever I enter names the "thanks" email triggers five days later.
TIP! If you use also use a contact form on your website or blog, you may want a more generic welcome or thanks-for-signing-up email. Alternatively, you can have a second signup list that is for people you meet and those who just sign up via form. That's called "segmenting" your list.
Now, as I said at the top, we need to consistently engage with the people on our list, so in addition to the first email, I will launch a second email 43 days after that. [There is no magic number; I just picked 43 because it would logically space emails between my regular newsletter and the drip campaign.]
So what will I talk about? Well, my book is about birdwatching with kids, so one month, I might send a short email that has some links to my favorite blogs about birdwatching, or maybe a couple tips about how to identify a bird by its feathers or voice. Next time, I might include a PDF version of a set of bookmarks (about my book) that people can download and share. Next, it will be a video about how to make an Origami bird.
You get the idea. It might just be those four emails, maybe six months of emails, or maybe a full year. The keys, though, are to
1. make sure that I am not always talking (directly) about me or my book. Email, like other social, is about communication and building relationships.
2. pick topics that don't have an expiration date. The idea of a drip campaign is that it will serve you well forever.
If you'd like to join a drip campaign in action to see what it is like, then sign up for my Reading Tub newsletters. We have two segmented lists, with two kinds of drip campaigns. One is just literacy tips and ideas (six weeks). The other sends you a book recommendation each month, based on the kind of book your child likes to read and their age.
Here's to marketing and connecting with our fans made easy!
-----About the Author of This Guest Post: Terry Doherty
Terry is a mom, sister, wife, consultant, coach, and business owner.
Terry is a mom, sister, wife, consultant, coach, and business owner.
She is passionate about literacy. It was through her work with the Reading Tub (a nonprofit she created) that the Mom's Choice Awards found her. She is the MCA's Director of New Media & Alumni Education, as well as part owner.
Most days, you can find Terry reading a book (it's part of her job, honest!) and writing … either for her various blogs or to prepare for an online class. Terry is a regular columnist on IBPA's Book Industry News blog, covering the social media marketing beat.-----
Carolyn Howard-Johnson, author of This Is the Place; Harkening: A Collection of Stories Remembered; Tracings, a chapbook of poetry; and how to books for writers including the award-winning second edition of, The Frugal Book Promoter: How to get nearly free publicity on your own or by partnering with your publisher; The Frugal Editor: Put Your Best Book Forward to Avoid Humiliation and Ensure Success; and Great Little Last Minute Editing Tips for Writers . The Great First Impression Book Proposal is her newest booklet for writers. She has three FRUGAL books for retailers including A Retailer's Guide to Frugal In-Store Promotions: How To Increase Profits and Spit in the Eyes of Economic Downturns with Thrifty Events and Sales Techniques. Some of her other blogs are TheNewBookReview.blogspot.com, a blog where authors can recycle their favorite reviews. She also blogs at all things editing, grammar, formatting and more at The Frugal, Smart and Tuned-In Editor .


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Valentina Tassel Necklace - Silver
Brand Blush & Co.
An exquisite, flattering design and shape which is the perfect statement necklace for those looking for a classic but striking piece.
Made in Italy and of very high quality.
Rhodium plated on 925 Sterling Silver. Parrot clasp and 5cm extension chain.
Total length: 28cm. Diameter: 13cm. Weight: 41g.
Estimated delivery time 4 - 7 days. Includes free shipping Australia wide.
Packaged in a beautiful Blush & Co gift box.


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EU Commission tightens rules for biofuel use
The European Commission has approved seven schemes set up to ensure that biofuels used in the EU are produced in an environmentally sustainable way.
Biofuel companies can either seek certification from one of these schemes or from a similar national scheme.
Biofuels are part of the EU strategy to cut CO2 emissions.
But the crops are controversial. In some countries they have replaced forests, harming biodiversity. They are also seen as rivals to food crops.
The Commission's new approved schemes are aimed at addressing such concerns and promoting use of biofuels in a sustainable, regulated way.
Each scheme will verify where and how biofuels are produced. Biofuels grown on land that used to be forest or wetland will not qualify.
The EU Energy Commissioner, Guenther Oettinger, said the sometimes damaging side-effects of biofuel production were "a real concern... particularly in the big producing countries, south-east Asia and in South America".
"This is an evolution which we cannot accept," Reuters news agency quoted him as saying.
Companies importing or producing biofuels will be required to prove that they meet the EU's strict criteria.
The new schemes include ISCC, funded by the German government, which covers all types of biofuels, and two specialising in sugarcane biofuels produced in Brazil - Greenenergy and Bonsucro.
To get approval biofuels will have to emit at least 35% less greenhouse gases than fossil fuels such as petrol, the Commission says. That percentage will rise in the next few years.
The EU wants renewable energy - including biofuel - to have at least a 10% share of transport fuel by 2020.
Commission data shows that in 2007 about 26% of biodiesel and 31% of bioethanol used in the EU was imported. Most of the imports came from Brazil and the US.


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Anyone remember Conversation Hearts? There are two obvious things we remember about them. One, they taste terrible (super chalky)! Two, each heart shaped candy had a sweet little love letter written on them. Now we know that "MAD 4 U," "DREAM TEAM," and "HEART OF GOLD" might not be the most romantic messages anyone can get, but we think that Brach's Candy knew what they were doing when creating this iconic candy. It's often said that actions speak louder than words, but we all know words of affirmation last much longer than a box of chocolates. What if instead of focusing on giving material gifts and (over)spending, we gave our loved ones an encouragement with affirming words?
Now don't get us wrong, we LOVE heart shaped balloons and a bouquet of fresh flowers, but this year we wanted to redirect the cliché valentines gifts into a meaningful experience for loved ones to share. As we began to think about the moments in our lives that allow for the most conversation- immediately we knew it was around a table. Imagine a beautiful table, surrounded by your favorite people... it is the perfect opportunity to be intentional with the words that you share with one another. So today on the blog we are going to share with you our DIY Valentine Party ideas, simply inspired by "words" of love!
The first DIY idea we are excited to share are these adorable name place tags. These little (intentional) name tags serve as place cards at our colorful table scape. They're not only functional for your party but they're also super personal! Each tag was created specifically for someone in mind, and we chose words to affirm all of us at J&K Design Studio! These tags are budget-friendly, and you can customize them however you'd like. We used a simple, clean font, and cut the edges just slightly at the top of the tags. No need for messy crafting, we just used simple acrylic paint and a roller to create that pink texture on the tag. Grab someone with pretty handwriting (or print your own variation), and personalize them until your heart's content (pun intended). Finish it off with some colorful twine or string and you're all set.
The second DIY we have for you are these super cute party cups! These cups can still be personal, but with a little extra sass! All you need for this craft is a sleeve of plastic cocktail cups, a red sharpie, and a good cocktail recipe. When brainstorming sassy sayings, we realized that song lyrics and southern expressions seemed to make us smile the most. Here are a few of our favorites to get you started... "YOU'RE THE BEES KNEES", "YOU'RE A GEM", and "WHO RUNS THE WORLD?".
And don't worry... we would never forget to share a good cocktail recipe!
- 1 part Deep Eddy Grapefruit Vodka
- 2 parts Ginger Beer
- Squeeze of lime
- Sprig of Rosemary
WE R MAD 4 U... Happy Valentines! - Abby & Abby


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AnimeNEXT is happy to introduce Ellyn Stern as a guest this year. Ellyn is a classically trained actress, voice actress, director and writer, whose career spans from film, to television, to stage. Ellyn is widely known for her voice work and the wide range of characters she has played. She has done hundreds of characters. She started in anime with the original ROBOTECH series – in which she played numerous characters. Ellyn is currently working on two different Disney shows. Ellyn is featured in the new animated feature Wrinkles, starring Martin Sheen and Matthew Bodine.
- Agatha in Pokemon Generations
- Martha Vist Carbine in Gundam Unicorn
- Masaki Kurosaki in BLEACH
- Haraway in Ghost in the Shell 2 – Innocence
- And hundreds of others
Ellyn has recently directed:
- Pokemon Generations
- The new Lupin the Third – Blue Jacket series
- Ellyn co-stars in: 'MILK AND HONEY' with Debbie Allen, produced by Idris Elba.
- Ellyn is also starring in, Blood on Canvas, a legal drama.
- Ellyn starred as the Queen in Exit the King by Ionesco.
To view Ellyn's full biography you can go here or you can reference any of the links to her various social media accounts below.


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Recombinant Media Labs at UCSD
We are currently down in San Diego installing a new realization of Recombinant Media Labs. While similar in form and content to the original space in San Francisco, this installation has several key differences that make the project have its own unique set of challenges.
The current setup is build with components that are meant to be much more portable than the previous installation. It is intended to be able to be set up in any room of adequate size and acoustic requirements. Unlike the previous setup, with the screens attached to the walls, the new installation has the screens suspended from the ceiling in the middle of the room. This both allows for portability, and creates an amazing "cinema box" effect; the video is viewable from outside of the box.
The setup opens on Friday, if you are around the San Diego area, get in touch to view the new installation.
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Finally migrated to a booster seat!
Little Edison loves it to bits. He has outgrown his baby car seat but he is still too young to be properly harnessed by the car seat belt alone.
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You've seen this skirt before of course on the blog, and it's one I love year after year. The pockets are the killer bit for me, and this time I wore a petticoat so they could really be appreciated. I'm going to focus a lot more on re-styling classics in my wardrobe, and I'm excited for the challenge going forward!
The Original Bad Girl JD top, Vintage 1950s cord skirt, & Other Stories heels, The Vintage Drawer Lucite earrings, Deer Arrow Plastic Fantastic Eve brooch


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Inbetween lawns, gardening and going to see Black Panther today I've almost got my Castle build complete. I haven't gone with building the traditional square, which ends up a big foot print but still small space to hold troops. I've gone with a long wall with a few different angles so we can do out some large battles.
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- Product Review (submitted on September 25, 2015):
- It took about 3 weeks for us to train our 2 cats to use the wheel. We moved from a larger house to a small 2-bedroom apartment and wanted something to get them exercise without letting them outside with the coyotes & traffic. They will now run on the wheel when they are hungry, and sometimes just because. Overall we are pleased with this product and it works as advertised and does what we wanted. My only complaint is that one of our cats likes to use the traction pads as a scratching surface, so we end up with little bits of traction pads all over the floor. Within 2 days of vacuuming these bits are to the point where a fastidious person would need to vacuum again. I'm really hoping the replacement pads are more durable. Both are cats still have claws so I'm not sure if the little bits are due to them running as well, or solely from the one that scratches.


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Rugby Union is by no means that nation's most popular sport but it has been a mainstay in the Australian sporting diet for well over a century. Played predominantly through winter, Rugby is traditionally most prevalent in New South Wales, Queensland and the ACT but has steadily built in support throughout the entire nation over recent decades.
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Chicago DOOR participants from 2015: Michael Watkins, Emma Moore, Helen Chao, Melissa Rift and Jonghan Kim.
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Wine Tasting, West Linn, OR
2013 Emiliana Natura Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley, Chile) – blend of 94% Chardonnay, 5% Sauvignon Blanc, 1% Marsanne grapes
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2007 Domaine du Bouscat Cuvee La Gargone Bordeaux Superieur (Bordeaux, France) – blend of 60% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Franc, and 20% Malbec grapes
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1 bar of fels naptha (shred on cheese grater) –recently used my homemade castille soap and it worked great!
2-4 cups washing soda (do not use baking soda)
1 1/2 – 3 cups borax (found in laundry aisle)
6 tbsp glycerin (supposed to infuse the oil into the mix so it doesn't
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2 Tbsp tea tree oil.
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Pour it into a large bucket with a pour spout.
Add glycerin and tea tree oil. Stir.
Using a funnel (make sure it's stirred good) pour equal amounts in each
bottle (4 – gallon jugs, vinegar or laundry detergent jugs work best,
milk jugs cant handle the boiling water)
Next, add hot water (doesn't have to be boiling) to the jugs but
not full. Leave room for shaking.
Let cool and shake once or twice (or more) a day for a few days to keep
it from getting too gloppy.
Shake before using.
Soap may be a little gloppy or thick and it may separate. Make sure you shake well before every use. You may have to squeeze the jug a little for it to come out. The consistency has varied in different batches I have made. I do prefer it to be thicker, since I have a front load washer and I stays in one place so I can see how much I put in, but sometimes it does turn out sepearted and runny. I am still working on getting it to a good consistancy.
Add 1/4-1/2 cup per load of laundry, depending on how badly the clothes
are soiled.
Safe for use in HE washers. (This soap is not sudsy.)
Pour into spray bottle for use on tubs and sink to remove soap scum. If too thick, just add some hot water (up to half and half) before using. Shake well before each use.
Does not work on grease (kitchen use) Trust me, I tried! (but my other "All Purpose" cleaner does)
Use white vinegar in the rinse cycle for fabric softener.
1/2 gallon white vinegar
1/2 gallon water
30-50 drops of tea tree essential oil (about 3/4 tsp)
20-30 drops of other essential oil (lemon, orange, lavender, etc.) (about 1/2 tsp)
Fill gallon jug with 1/2 white vinegar and 1/2 water, add of tea tree oil (vinegar and tea tree oil are both disinfectants) and add other essential oils, for a more aromatic scent. You can add about 1/2 tsp liquid dish soap for added cleaning but it really isn't necessary (or nessairly healthy). Pour into spray bottle. Spray on dirty surfaces and wipe clean. This disinfects, cleans grime and grease and shines. I use it just about everywhere, kitchen counters, sinks, stove (use a little baking soda and the spray for burnt on or difficult stove messes) I use it in the bathroom (not anymore in the tub, but I used to use it with some baking soda and it worked great but needed more elbow grease. Now I use the laundry soap on the tub for "better than Scrubbing Bubbles" clean.) I use it to clean the sink, toilet (inside and out) and mirrors. I use it to spot clean the floors. (some floors may not take kindly to vinegar, so please check first) I also spray trash cans or other odorous areas and let dry, it nearly (and sometimes completely) takes the smells away. I use it for dusting throughout the house as well, although I have no furniture that is sensitive (such as delicate wood or stain that might dislike vinegar/water. There is a vegetable or olive oil/lemon recipe that works much like a furniture polish but I just don't use it, I'm just thankful it gets done the way it does.) and I'm not concerned about 'shine' as long as it's clean and dust free. (If using for dusting, use with care.) This is the best all around cleaner I have ever used, it is so much cheaper and non-toxic to boot!
1 cup water
1 cup white vinegar
2 Tbsp baking soda
2 Tbsp lemon juice
Mix water and baking soda in a bowl. Very slowly, mix in vinegar and lemon juice. Wait until it is done fizzing and pour slowly into spray bottle.
Spray on fruits and vegetables. Let sit for 5 minutes. Scrub with vegetable brush and rinse.
½ to 1 tsp tea tree oil (and or other essential oil)
1 cup baking soda
Pour baking soda onto plate (paper works best) add in oil(s) by drops. Mix and work out all the lumps with a fork. Pour into a jar for storage.
Garbage Pail: Sprinkle in bottom of trash bag to keep fresh, or in bottom of pail before rinsing to absorb odors. Periodically rinse pail with vinegar and water and allow to dry in the sun.
Air Freshener: Store in opened jar or box and keep in area where odors occur.
Carpet: Sprinkle onto carpet, allow to sit for about 15 minutes, vacuum.
You can also use this in the washer in your laundry, add about 1/4 to 1/2 cup to the wash load for a fresh laundry boost. (no guarantee the scent will stick through wash and dry).
My mother in law loved this one! When the drains of your sink are getting a bit smelly, pour in 1/2 to 1 cup baking soda, making sure some of it goes down the drain, follow it with 1 to 1 1/2 cups of HOT white vinegar poured slowly over the baking soda so it fizzes and runs down the drain. (The vinegar can be heated in the microwave, be sure to wipe down your microwave afterward, since boiling vinegar in the microwave is the best way to clean your microwave.) Let sit without running water for as long as possible. at least 10-15 minutes. Run water and your drains will no longer be stinky.
Making these mixes/cleaners I save about $30-$35 a month on the basic cleaners, detergents and softeners!!! And probably a lot more on things you buy less often.
I have found a new cleaner called TKO, found at health food stores or online. It is made from the oil that comes from the orange rind. I bought and 8 oz bottle for $15 and that in itself seems kind of pricey but you use 1-2 oz to one gallon of water which still makes it much cheaper (and healthier) than buying one 30 oz spray bottle for this and one for that. This orange oil cleaner is 100% safe around kids and pets, if someone were to accidentally drink it, it would not hurt them. It even cleans off sharpie markers from many surfaces (if used undiluted). I use this for cleaning counters, tables, trash cans, sinks, furniture, windows, etc. The wonderful thing about it is the great orange citrus scent! It makes cleaning more fun by uplifting my mood. I still use the vinegar AP cleaner with baking soda for the stove and other tough jobs and of course the Laundry soap cleaner for the tub, but this works great for almost everything else.
Okay, now the BIG SECRET! I found this same stuff at my local feed store, under another name, in the organic gardening section. It was in a 1 liter (almost 34 oz.) bottle for about $20.00. It apparently repels pests as well. I haven't bought this other brand yet because I still have 1/2 bottle of TKO but will let you know the brand when I do purchase some. P.S. It's a good insect repellant as well and has many other uses and for that it would be best to give you the website rather than to list the many uses here. http://www.tkoorange.com/html/home_use.html. If you use another brand of this type of orange oil cleaner/pest repellant, please make sure it does not have any additional chemicals in it that could be harmful to your family or your pets.


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Drought is one of the indicators of famine in developing countries. The African Development Bank (AfDB) has recently pledged half a billion dollar relief package to 14 Southern and Eastern African countries most affected by an El Nino-propelled drought.
According to Wikipedia, El Niño is the warm phase of the El Niño Southern Oscillation (commonly called ENSO) and it is associated with a band of warm ocean water that develops in the central and east-central equatorial Pacific (between approximately the International Date Line and 120°W), including off the Pacific coast of South America.
The drought response package consists of $5 million in emergency relief and $361 million in short-to-long term support from various windows of the bank's financial instruments to provide 'new financial resources' to the drought affected areas.
The $549 million package will abet an estimated 36 million people needing food assistance as abnormally high temperatures and the worst drought the region has seen in decades, parch staple crops from South Africa to Zimbabwe.
Direct effects of El Niño resulting in drier conditions occur in parts of Southeast Asia and Northern Australia, increasing bush fires, worsening haze, and decreasing air quality dramatically.
The effects of drought leave an indelible mark through economic sectors, communities, and ecosystems; its impact should be minimized by monitoring emerging droughts and many other factors to anticipate food shortages.


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Representing a record high, analysts said the surge was fuelled by China's increased imports of African oil, most notably from Sudan.
Africa is also buying more Chinese-made goods, the figures show.
China is investing heavily in African oil exploration to help meet its rapidly-growing consumption.
In 2003 it overtook Japan to become the world's second-biggest consumer of petroleum products after the US.
The US Energy Information Administration (EIA) adds that China accounted for 40% of the total growth in global oil demand over the past four years.
African investments
According to the figures for the first 10 months of last year, China's exports to Africa totalled $15.25bn, while the country's imports from Africa were $16.92bn.
Yu Yingfu, an official from the Chinese Ministry of Commerce, said China-Africa trade had increased since the start of a new era of cooperation that began with 2000's China-Africa Forum.
Since then China has scrapped tariffs on 190 kinds of imported goods from 28 of the least developed African countries, and Chinese firms have greatly increased investments in Africa - most notably in the oil sector.
In the first 10 months of 2005 alone, Chinese companies invested a total of $175m in African countries, according to the official figures.
Chinese firms are also taking on significantly more construction projects in Africa, most notably infrastructure works.
Some analysts say China is doing this to aid trade and the movement of goods.
'Less constrained'
"Africa has become more important for China as a source of the raw materials needed by the Chinese manufacturing sector," said Duncan Innes-Ker of the Economist Intelligence Unit.
"Oil is central to this, primarily Sudanese oil and trying to develop new oil sources in West Africa.
"In terms of Sudan, it is needs to be seen as the biggest producer of African oil outside of Nigeria."
Mr Innes-Ker added that China was well ahead of Western nations regarding Sudanese oil contracts.
In light of the ongoing violence and human rights concerns in Sudan, he speculated that "Chinese firms are a little less ethically constrained" than their Western counterparts.
Mr Innes-Ker added that Chinese textiles and clothing firms were also investing heavily in Africa at the moment as a way to get around US and European Union limits on Chinese exports in this sector.


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People with bad manners have topped the list of what Britain finds most annoying.
A survey showing what people in the UK find most frustrating shows gadgets not working properly and travel problems came second and third respectively.
The research, by Arthritis Research UK, found other gripes included being ill, having an argument with a loved one and getting locked out of the house.
Professor Alan Silman, medical director of Arthritis Research UK, said, "It's unsurprising that the survey showed bad manners are the biggest annoyance for Britons, but interestingly many people's frustrations relate to not being able to do things, such as operating gadgets, sleeping properly or not being able to get into their home."
The survey marks the launch of National Arthritis Week to raise awareness of the frustrations felt by people suffering from arthritis.
Often, people with the condition have trouble or are prevented from doing everyday tasks because of the pain and stiffness they have in their joints. It is estimated that almost 300,000 people in the UK are living with rheumatoid arthritis, the most common form of the disorder.
Arthritis sufferers can have trouble fastening buttons, lifting a kettle, writing letters, walking, bathing and driving. Relationships can also suffer as they become more dependent on a partner or family.
Arthritis sufferer Izzy Falcon, 24, said: "Living with arthritis has changed many aspects of my life. I find it hard to have a bath because of the stiffness and lack of mobility in my knees and my hands make it hard to shower, wash up or cook. Even the simplest of things like opening bottles and holding the kettle can be really difficult."
When survey respondents were asked what they would find most frustrating if they could not complete simple tasks, they found most said struggling to walk would be annoying.
Other top responses were not being able to get dressed and not being able to do basic household tasks like cleaning and cooking.
Two third said they would be annoyed if they could not open containers, while more people said they would be frustrated if they could not make a cup of tea than not being able to have sex.
Silman said: "For most people these are annoying but temporary frustrations, yet these are things that people with arthritis have to struggle with every day. The day to day impact that arthritis can have on people's lives, and the frustration and anger that this can cause, is often underestimated."


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When planning a holiday with your loved ones most of us pick out intimate, comfortable and often eccentric places of all and to our benefit our country is dotted with breathtakingly charming places which rewards those who stay off the beaten path. Boutique hotels are cropping up in amazing locals in India. From futuristic glass boxes to historic hideaways, these charming alcoves of hospitality are as much worth a visit as the destination itself. So, here is list of most unheard exotic places across India, making your getaways surreal!
1.Nahargarh, Ranthambhore
Tucked away in the Aravallis, this 16th-century-type fortress is only 4km away from the Ranthambhore National Park. It has 100 palatial rooms, some of which also have courtyards and terraces.
2. The Bungalow on the Beach, Tranquebar, Tamil Nadu
This 18th-century Danish colonial property used to be the Governor of Danish India's house. About 270km away from Chennai, this hotel lies opposite Fort Dansborg. This area used to be the Danish East India Company's pepper trading post. The place is also known as Tharangambadi. Tranquebar is a Danish term derived from the Tamil word Tarangambadi, which refers to a place of the singing waves.
3. Taragarh Palace, Palampur, Dharamshala
This royal hotel in Palampur was built in 1937 by the Nawab of Bhawalpur. Later, Jammu and Kashmir's royal family took it over in 1951. Now, this 15-acre property with lush tea gardens is a hotel with 26 rooms. While there, you can go horseback-riding, trek around the area, and go for nature walks.
4. Fateh Safari Lodge, Kumbhalgarh, Rajasthan
This boutique hotel, 55km from Udaipur, has 35 rooms and is 1,100m above sea level. Since it's in the Aravallis, the rooms have an uninterrupted view of the hills. It also has a fort and the Kumbhalgarh Wildlife Sanctuary, which is known for hyenas, sloth bears, leopards, the rare chinkara, and migratory birds.
5. The Villa Goa, Assagao
This boutique hotel is a restored 200-year-old Indo-Portuguese villa. With high-ceilings, an open courtyard, and European architecture, this place is worth your time and money.
6. Vythiri Resort, Kerala
In the lush rain forests of Wayanad, Kerala, the treehouses at Vythiri Resort are ideal to spend some time alone with nature. From rainforest treks and bird-watching tours to trips to the nearby spice plantation, there's plenty to do while you're here.
7. Mihir Garh, Khandi Rajasthan, Rajasthan
Sixty kilometers from Jodhpur, Mihir Garh has nine suites, 1,700 sq ft each. From pools to fireplaces, these suits have every luxury at your disposal. While there, you can go horseback-riding, bird watching, attend in-house culinary workshops, and bonfire barbecues.
8. The Machan, Maharashtra
Located two-and-a-half hours from Mumbai, this resort is an eco-friendly property that generates electricity through wind and solar power. It lies on top of a hill in the jungle and gives you a breathtaking view of the valley below. It's great if you like expeditions and adventures.
9. The Himalayan, Kullu Valley, Manali, Himachal Pradesh
This castle-like, straight-out-of-a-Disney film hotel in Manali is gorgeous. First of all, it's the only structure for miles around where it's located, so it gives you an opportunity to have some quiet time. Secondly, it has a very Gothic-inspired feel in architecture, so much so that it has an underground dungeon that serves as a bar.
10. The Hill Fort, Kesroli, Alwar, Rajasthan
You can reach this 14th century monastic heritage hotel via a road trip from Delhi. While there, you can visit Kankwadi Fort, Neelkanth temples, Jaisamand Lake, Talvriksh hot-springs, and Bharatpurand. It's away from all the hustle and bustle, and allows you to unwind and relax.


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bumcheekcity's Ascension Script 0.55
With special mention and continued thanks to Winterbay for the commitment to the script!
This script just completed a 4/946 ascension! (2012-02-16)
Please note that v0.40 includes some logging of settings and actions into the script. These include:
- Username
- Script Settings
- Everything from api.php?what=status except your password hash, which would be useless but I strip out anyway.
This is bumcheekascend, a semi-automated hardcore ascension script. Its stated intent is to:
1) Ascend Moxie characters through HCNP ascensions to get karma.
2) Ascend Muscle and Myst characters mostly, so you can finish off ascensions started with them.
It is NOT a softcore, challenge path or Bad Moon script. If it works for them, fine, but bugs with them will probably remain bugs.
Please use the relay script located here to change settings for your characters.
Recommended CSS
The above is all I need to see me through a 5-day Trendy 100% familiar ascension.Code:[ blooper ] special action skill transcendent olfaction attack with weapon [ dairy goat ] special action skill transcendent olfaction attack with weapon [ default ] try to steal an item special action attack with weapon [ zombie waltzers ] special action skill transcendent olfaction attack with weapon
Casual Information
This script will do a one-day casual, and a future hope is that it will become much better. It is advised to:
- Set bcasc_defaultCasualAction to "item tattered scrap of paper" or similar.
- Set bcasc_doCasualAsHC to "false".
- Make a custom outfit called "bumcheekascend" for your ascending. I recommend some +elemental damage and a MP/HP regen element, and importantly a lot of +moxie.
- Keep a CCS that uses tatterered scraps (or whatever) against everything, except monsters you know you need to kill. Also ensure you have a sufficient quantity of tattered scraps. There are a couple of areas in the script (tavern for example) where the custom combat which uses bcasc_defaultCasualAction is not used.
- Get to level 13 (or at least 12) yourself before running the script. That you'll have to do manually. You might want to hit the council and immediately use the leaflet. Your call.
- Manually fax and arrow a lobsterfrogman as you start.
- I highly recommend to manually do the Nook (where you require evil eyes). It takes a LONG time to pickpocket them all, and that will be expensive in tattered scraps, so for the sake of a few turns you can save quite a bit of meat.
- Getting the keys is your responsibility. I recommend three pieces of jewelery and a PYEC/wand, but take your pick.
Softcore Information
The script will equip a custom outfit of your choice, if you call it "bumcheekascend". It will use your CCS and a VERY limited amount of pulls. Please note that without the outfit called "bumcheekascend", it'll probably fail VERY badly. Just pull your IOTMs turn 1, put the JuJu mask in the first accessory slot and spend one turn to get the mainstat JuJu buff. The script will pull a limited amount of items, but not many.
Challenge Path Information
Bees Hate You - There is support for this path.
Way of the Surprising Fist - This path is supported poorly. If you set your CCS to use drunken baby, drink before adventuring and get the Teachings of the Fists manually, it should work OK.
Trendy - This path is 100% supported as it's pretty easy to do.
Avatar of Boris - Limited support. It won't get boris skills for you, and is fairly good in softcore. Hardcore is, to be honest, barely supported. It's going to be rough.
Bugbear Invasion - Supported
Zombie Slayer - There have been some tweaks, but like with AoB, it's going to be sketchy at best. Not officially supported.
Originally Posted by darTHdUD (hardcore) 2011-11-15 21:22:02How do I Install this?Originally Posted by Erich
You'll need an up-to-date version of mafia, and then type the following into the CLI:
Code:svn checkout https://svn.code.sf.net/p/bumcheekascend/code/bumcheekascend