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Manuel Antonio National Park Post Office Box 284
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- The nearby beaches of Manuel Antonio are world-renowned for surfing. Visitors hitting the waves for the first time can arrange lessons with one the area's expert surfers (surcharge).
Hotel Overview
What to Expect:
- Perched on a cliff overlooking Costa Rica's Central Pacific coastline, this hotel is just minutes from Manuel Antonio National Park. Twelve acres of tropical rain forest surround the property creating a secluded, peaceful ambiance. With upscale amenities and facilities, the hotel is ideal for romantic getaways and family Costa Rica vacations.
Amenity Highlights:
- Guests can sip cocktails by the pool, play a round of tennis, or explore the surrounding tropical rain forest. The hotel provides a complimentary shuttle service to the beach, and guests can arrange water sports and land adventures at the concierge desk. Treatments at the on-site spa include the Volcanic Mud Wrap and the Ginger & Orange Wrap (surcharge).
Manuel Antonio National Park Post Office Box 284
Costa Rica
- Central Pacific
Airport:Juan Santamaria International Airport SJO
Parador Resort & Spa offers 129 air-conditioned guestrooms and suites, all of which feature balconies or patios with garden, ocean, or jungle views. Amenities include cable TVs, minibars, coffeemakers, hair dryers, and in-room safes.
- Garden Room -
An explosion of color greets you from the terrace of your Garden Room. Just steps away from the resort's restaurants, spa and primary pool area, these comfortable rooms feature a king or two queen size beds, cable TV, iron and board, hair dryer and safety deposit box. The only accommodations from where you can access the vibrant gardens directly from your terrace, these cozy rooms are a great choice for families with children or those seeking proximity to the resort's many facilities. 1st Floor.
- Garden Plus Room -
Available with one king or two queen size beds, these handsome rooms peer over the tennis court and verdant expanse of rainforest populated by the area's myriad wildlife. From the balcony, it is often possible to witness the antics of titi, white face and howler monkeys, while two or three-toed sloths lounge in the surrounding trees, giant iguanas amble below and tropical birds soar overhead. 2nd floor.
- Tropical Room -
Conveniently located close to the resort's restaurants, spa, gift shops and swimming pools, our Tropical Rooms are perched on the tier just below the Premium Building, and live up to their name with partial ocean and jungle or garden views. Frequent visits from the indigenous wildlife will leave you smiling while the comfort of your king or two queen size beds will leave you dreaming all night. These spacious rooms are a great choice for families or anyone wishing immediate access to the resort's many facilities. 2nd or 3rd floors.
- Premium Room -
Sitting just below the Premium Plus floor, our lovely Premium Rooms provide the ultimate in comfort and serenity, highlighted by a selection of spectacular jungle and ocean views visible through expansive sliding glass doors that lead to sizable private balconies. You'll enjoy either remarkable vistas stretching to Manuel Antonio National Park or the lush carpet of wildlife-laden rainforest that distinguishes the view to Quepos. Don't be surprised when a monkey ambles across your huge private balcony or a three-toed sloth nests in a tree below your room. 2nd or 3rd floors.
- Premium Plus Room -
Built on a rock high atop the resort's sprawling grounds, our beautiful Premium Plus Rooms look out over the spectacular Pacific coastline, some with views extending to Manuel Antonio National Park and others boasting rich rainforest vistas stretching towards Pez Vela Marina in Quepos. All rooms are accessible via interior and exterior stairs or a dramatic panoramic incline elevator. 3rd floor.
- Vista Suite -
Comfortable elegance and superlative amenities distinguish the 28 Vista Suites at Las Suites. Enveloped in lush wildlife-laden rainforest with imposing views of the shimmering Pacific, each chic suite features a pillow-top king-size bed and spacious living area replete with sleeper sofa.
The exclusive artwork of renowned Costa Rican painter Victor Chavarra adorns the entire suite and wall-of-glass doors lead to the private Jacuzzi on your ocean-view balcony. The lovely open-design bathroom is decked out with two granite-top sinks, separate tub and shower, plush linens and bathrobes, and a selection of bath products.
- Vista Pacifico Suite -
Situated below the Master Suites at the farthest corner of Las Suites building, two deluxe one-bedroom suites sit at the rainforest canopy where 260º views of the turquoise sea unfurl before you from the oversized balcony with private Jacuzzi. Incredibly, you can also enjoy the vista from the tub in your lovely bathroom which features separate shower, plush linens and bathrobes, hair dryer and a selection of exclusive bath products.
The bedroom is a testament to refined luxury with a pillow-top king-sized bed and tasteful furnishings equal to those adorning the living area in which a sleeper sofa, 42" Plasma TV and mini-bar reside. Coffee-maker, iron and board, telephone, safety deposit box, table clock with I-pod deck, and wi-fi.
- Vista Master Suite -
Enthroned on the top floors of Las Suites, these two sophisticated Master Suites offer panoramic ocean and jungle vistas stretching from the majestic cliffs rimming our property's seascape to the tiny islands of Manuel Antonio National Park. Each spacious suite features an elegant master bedroom with pillow-top king size bed and, a warmly decorated living room outfitted with sleeper-sofa, 42" Plasma TV, mini-bar, exclusive local artwork, and floor-to-ceiling glass doors which lead to a huge balcony housing a private Jacuzzi from where you will marvel at the wildlife visible in the vast rainforest canopy below.
- Suite Presidencial -
The pinnacle of grandeur and privacy, the sprawling three bedroom/three bath Presidential Suite is the only residential offering in the main building and provides the perfect retreat for families or groups desiring the amenities of a full-service hotel but the seclusion of a private home.
All three beautifully decorated bedrooms feature king size pillow-top beds and private baths, the master also boasting an in-room Jacuzzi. Marrying old-world European ambience with contemporary sensibilities, the lavish living and dining rooms and fully stocked bar area showcase antique furnishings and overstuffed sofas, Plasma TV and breathtaking ocean vistas.
Room Amenities:
- Air conditioning
- Cable/satellite TV
- Ceiling fan
- Coffee/tea maker
- Hair dryer
- In-room safe
- Iron/ironing board
- Minibar
Property Amenities
This Costa Rica hotel is set on 12 acres of tropical rain forest high above the Pacific coastline. The hotel features three outdoor pools (two are adults only), a tennis court, and a 24-hour fitness center. The full-service spa includes relaxation and yoga areas, a steam room, plunge pool, and Swiss shower. Hotel amenities include a concierge desk, babysitting/childcare, laundry facilities, and room service (limited hours). A complimentary buffet breakfast is provided each morning.
Business-related amenities include a meeting/conference room, event catering, and complimentary wireless Internet access in public areas.
The amenities listed below are available on site; fees may apply:
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- Gift shop or newsstand
- Internet access in public areas - complimentary
- Internet access in public areas - wireless
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- Porter/bellhop
- Restaurant(s) in hotel
- Room service (limited hours)
- Spa tub
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- Swimming pool - outdoor
- Tour assistance
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Extra person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy.
Rollaway beds and cribs (infant beds) may be available and should be requested at the time of booking; fees may apply.
Photo identification and credit card or cash deposit are required at check-in for incidental charges.
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in, cannot be guaranteed, and may incur additional charges.
- Pets not allowed
Check-in time:
Check-out time:
- Noon
A complimentary buffet breakfast is provided each morning.
La GaleriaElegant restaurant overlooking the sea, gardens, and pool area. Serves local specialties and Mediterranean-inspired dishes. Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Features an adjoining piano bar with outdoor seating.
El QuijoteCasual restaurant serving Latin-fusion cuisine prepared with fresh ingredients. Open for dinner.
La Fragata Restaurant & Tapas BarOcean-view restaurant serving cocktails, healthy snacks, and light meals.
El Galeon Pool Bar & Terrace RestaurantOpen-air restaurant serving sushi and light lunches. Features a swim-up bar serving tropical cocktails and local beers. Open from late morning until early evening.
Sushi FuneOpen-air restaurant overlooking the ocean. Serves sushi and Japanese specialties prepared with fresh local seafood and organic produce. Open seasonally.
Sancho Panza BarSports bar with a big-screen TV and pool table. Open nightly.
This Costa Rica resort features a 24-hour fitness center, a tennis court, nature trails, and three swimming pools (two are adults only). The spa offers group yoga classes during the high season.
Nearby water sports include surfing, snorkeling, kayaking, scuba diving, and white water rafting (surcharge). Land activities include canopy zip lining, horseback riding, and miniature golf (surcharge).
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or near the hotel; fees may apply.
- Fishing
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- Hiking/biking trails
- Horse riding/rental
- Parasailing
- Rafting
- Scuba diving
- Snorkeling
- Surfing/boogie boarding
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Yoga classes/instruction
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Manager's Specials3 nights from $749 per person
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|Schedule of Opening Dates for VT Ski Areas
Close behind the end of foliage, winter seems to be rushing in this year in contrast to last year when the slacker did not show up until mid January. There has been natural snowfall on the mountain ridges lately and I've read of several ski areas already making snow. It won't be long. I also read that Killington is going to open tomorrow but frankly, they're just playing around for press coverage and bragging rights as having the longest season in the East.
Here is a listing from Ski Vermont with projected openings for Vermont ski areas this year:
Killington Resort: Opened for pass holders October 13-14, Full opening day expected early November
Stowe Mountain Resort: Saturday, November 17
Sugarbush Resort: Saturday, November 17
Okemo Mountain Resort: Saturday, November 17
Stratton Mountain: Wednesday, November 21
Mount Snow Resort: Wednesday, Nov 21 (11/17 if possible)
Smugglers Notch Resort: Friday, November 23
Bromley Mountain: Friday, November 23
Burke Mountain: Friday, November 23
Jay Peak Resort: Saturday, November 24
Bolton Valley: Saturday, December 8
Middlebury College Snow Bowl: Friday, December 14
Magic Mountain: Saturday, December 15 (12/8 if possible)
Mad River Glen: Saturday, December 15 (earlier if possible)
Pico Mountain: Saturday, December 15
Ski Vermont has a Facebook page too.
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5 May 2011
|Grunberg Haus Applesauce Pancakes
We're always very happy to share our recipes here at the Grunberg Haus. In fact, some of our recipes were handed down by the previous owners 11 years ago when we bought the inn, others we brought with us, and still others we've come across while searching for new ideas to offer our guests. So we don't jealously guard our recipes and instead freely pass them along for others to enjoy.
One person we shared a recipe with has written about it on her blog called A Mom Named Mindy (sadly no longer online). The recipe is very easy so give it a whirl and perhaps you will fall in love with applesauce pancakes as much as Mindy has!
Two quick notes: the lemon juice may not seem important but the acidity is what gives the pancakes their "body" and helps them brown properly. Another trick we use here is full flavored Grade A Dark Amber Vermont maple syrup.
Thanks Mindy! We hope to see you again some day.
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30 Apr 2011
|Vermont Is Giving Away Gas Money!
The Vermont Department of Tourism is giving away $100 in a weekly drawing that you can enter online. It only takes a minute to answer about 12 survey questions and you're entered to win a $100 gas card. Nowhere else will pay you anything let alone a hundred dollars a minute!
[But wait, there's more! We'll even throw in beautiful scenery like the one above!]
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29 Apr 2011
|Vermont Restaurant Week
Vermont Restaurant Week starts today, April 29, and runs through May 5, 2011
Vermont's annual restaurant week is a great way to eat at some of the state's best restaurants at a deep discount. The event, organized by Seven Days newspaper, includes dozens of restaurants with prix-fixe menus showcasing their chefs greatest dishes. Each meal(appetizer, entree´ and dessert) is priced at $15, $25 or $35 per person. Moreover, ten percent of the proceeds from event will be donated to the Vermont Foodbank.
This is a very popular event featuring very popular restaurants, so reservations are a good idea.
To find participating restaurants, go to the Seven Days Restaurant Week web page and find the red box with the "Choose a Restaurant" headline on the right side of the web page. I did not count all the restaurants but it looks like more than 75 are participating and they range in location from Middlebury to St. Albans. You can find the list here.
The event has a Facebook
page too if you would like to check news during the week.
Jeff Connor Grunberg Haus
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|posted by grunhaus at 21:12 | permalink
27 Feb 2011
|Three Vermont Chefs Named as Semifinalists in the James Beard Awards
Eric Warnstedt
Everyone has heard of the Oscar Awards for the movies but far fewer have heard of the James Beard Foundation Award, an equally prestigious award for people in the restaurant industry.
Like the Oscar's, The James Beard Foundation Award has numerous categories even though the most publicized are the awards for chefs. However, there are also awards for food journalists, broadcast media, food and beverage professionals, even restaurant architects and designers.
Three Vermont chefs are semi-finalists in the Best Chef Northeast category. This is the third year in a row that Eric Warnstedt, Hen of the Wood restaurant, Waterbury VT has been nominated. A few years ago, Eric was also named one of the Top Ten New Chefs in the USA by Food and Wine Magazine.
Jason Gulisano of The Green Cup Cafe, Waitsfield VT and Nathaniel Wade, iDuino! (Duende) restaurant, Burlington VT have also been nominated. Only one of the
21 semifinalists will be named the winner at the awards ceremony May 9 in New York City.
Vermont is fortunate to be home to hundreds of great restaurants. Spend some time looking through the Seven Days newspaper's restaurant website and you will begin to get a feel for the scope of what's available.
Jeff Connor Grunberg Haus
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22 Dec 2010
|Okemo's New "Timber Ripper" Mountain Coaster Opens Dec 23
Okemo's "Timber Ripper" coaster is a few weeks late in opening because it was so complicated to build but it's completed now and scheduled to open tomorrow, Dec 23.
The fastest $13 you'll ever spend! . . .
Jeff Connor Grunberg Haus
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Chance Raspberry's 'Little Billy' Kickstarter Campaign
I'm very happy and excited to be featuring the latest Kickstarter campaign that's come our way. This one is very special as it comes from an amazing individual that I've known for many years.
IT'S OFFICIAL: LITTLE BILLY, my Original Nostalgia Cartoon Series for kids (and adults) with Tourette Syndrome, ADD, ADHD, OCD, and other Special Educational needs is NOW LIVE on Kickstarter.com!!!
This Thursday, September 20th, 2012 at 3:00 PM PST, the official Kickstarter campaign for "Little Billy" WENT PUBLIC and is now accepting pledges worldwide.
http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/cha ... vd-blu-ray
To share this project on Facebook, Twitter, blogs, websites, texts, etc., here is the condensed link:
The Goal: To raise $30,000+ in 30 days
Campaign ENDS @ 2:56 PM PDT on Saturday, October 20th, 2012
Re: Chance Raspberry's 'Little Billy' Kickstarter Campaign
After 2 days Chance has raised $1883 in pledges so far. That puts him at a good pace to reach $30,000 for Little Billy within the 30 time period for his campaign.
Good luck Chance!
Chance Raspberry's "Little Billy" Kickstarter campaign here.
Re: Chance Raspberry's 'Little Billy' Kickstarter Campaign
In the fourth day of the Little Billy Kickstarter campaign and it's at $3,265 with 26 days left to reach $30,000.
Little Billy is an important campaign by one of the most generous, optimistic, upbeat, supportive, talented and all around good guys in the industry.
Chance Raspberry has overcome many obstacles in his life to become successful in animation and Little Billy will help inspire more people who are challenged by behavioral conditions. Chance overcame those conditions and he can help others who face similar challenges!
Little Billy cartoon will be the first cartoon that directly engages the subject as the central character of the series deals with a condition that sets him apart from others.
Help make Chance Raspberry's "Little Billy" a reality by dropping some love on the campaign and helping to get the word out to others.
Here's the link.
Re: Chance Raspberry's 'Little Billy' Kickstarter Campaign
Chance has 51 backers and $4,004 pledged so far. He needs to raise $30,000 within 24 days to make Little Billy happen.
Here's the link to the Kickstarter campaign. Help to make the Little Billy animation dream come true!
http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/cha ... vd-blu-ray
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Chance Raspberry's "Little Billy" Kickstarter campaign has 64 backers pledging $5,629 so far of a $30,000 goal with 18 days to go.
http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/cha ... vd-blu-ray
He also has new video to enjoy...
Re: Chance Raspberry's 'Little Billy' Kickstarter Campaign
Chance Raspberry's "Little Billy" Kickstarter campaign is at $23,376 with 3 days left to the deadline. His goal is $30,000.
He's getting close!
Man, it would be great to see this happen!
Here's the link to the campaign.
Re: Chance Raspberry's 'Little Billy' Kickstarter Campaign
Chance is at $27,406 pledged of his $30,000 goal for the Little Billy campaign with 28 hours to go!
You're closing in Chance! Good luck!
If you haven't kicked in with Kickstarter to fund the Little Billy pilot it's heading down to the wire. Help make this project a reality!
Click here for the Little Billy campaign on Kickstarter.
Re: Chance Raspberry's 'Little Billy' Kickstarter Campaign
Little Billy is at $29,150... Only $850 left to go to hit the $30,000 goal with 22 hours left!
http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/cha ... vd-blu-ray
Re: Chance Raspberry's 'Little Billy' Kickstarter Campaign
Another successful Kickstarter campaign to report!
Congratulations are in order as Chance Raspberry's "Little Billy" will be funded!
Through 206 backers $30,641 has been pledged of a $30K goal and there's still 15 hours to go before the deadline!
http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/cha ... vd-blu-ray
Re: Chance Raspberry's 'Little Billy' Kickstarter Campaign
Here's the final tally on Chance Raspberry's "Little Billy" Kickstarter campaign...
A total of 220 backers pledged $31,491 to exceed the $30K goal!
http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/cha ... vd-blu-ray
Big congratulations to you Chance !!!
Looking forward to the Little Billy project coming to life!
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I'm loving it. Charles, how many times had I said in the past that there would be alternate funding sources and procedures and now we see dreams coming true.
Crowdfunding and alternate distribution methods are changing the face of many industries. These successful crowdfunding campaigns means original works reaching the public without studio or political intervention. There's no telling what kind of new art will come from this.
Congrats Chance Raspberry!
Re: Chance Raspberry's 'Little Billy' Kickstarter Campaign
Congrats indeed!
I remember well the things you've said in the past Greg. You were and are spot on with it all.
One lump of cash for a creative individual, one giant leap forward for the rest of us!
The reverberations of his campaign are significant! Chance's Kickstarter success is making it possible for a whole new kind of business and pushing things along for others as a result.
This is a New Golden Age that's emerging guys!
Thank you SO much for sharing this with everyone, Charles, and for you and AN's amazing help, support, and pledge to Little Billy!!! =) Thanks also to you, Greg, and to everyone else out there who's been following this thread, the Little Billy Kickstarter, and who pledged to bring my project to life!! I couldn't have done this without each and every one of you guys...WE DID IT!
As just one of the many ways I hope to thank you for your invaluable support, here is the complete rough animatic and theme song for the Little Billy Opening Sequence (Created by me @ CSUN in 2004)!!!
You guys are the BEST!!! Stay tooned to KickstartLittleBilly.com for any and all project updates and news! Thank you all, God bless, and here's to bringing Little Billy to LIFE!! =)
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Awesome success story!
You know what Charles, what we call crowdfunding today is something I and others started in the late '90s. We webmasters would solicit funds for projects.
I'm writing an ebook on Crowdfunding too.
Now here's a suggestion you and AN might like.
One of the top crowdfunding sites is GoFundMe.com. The owners contacted me several months ago to help them with something. I told them about comics/animation and they were all for it. In addition, Perry Chen who runs Kickstarter is a friend of a friend and we're going to chat at some point. What I'm thinking is that AN can team up with these crowdfunding sources so that animators and cartoonists can learn how to do a successful campaign. Once we get the drill down we can put up a tutorial of some sort on AN.
Crowdfunding is expanding by leaps and bounds and each company has different rules and guidelines. For example Kickstarter has a procedure where you have to reach your goal and it's for projects only. GoFundMe.com on the other hand allows for much more and pays you instantly. The owners are very accommodating too. Indiegogo I'm seeing successes with and a pal is using them for his non-profit where he coaches inner city kids in sports to prep them for college scholarships.
So being that AN is a non-profit and you educate kids, I'm sure the crowdfunding companies would love to work something out that works smooth. Believe you me, there's tons of money out there.
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Crowdfunding is the way to go for all kinds of projects. This campaign in particular really brought that home that for me. I've been aware of Chance's project for many years. If he went the traditional route of pitching to the networks, studios, Hollywood, the system in general he would've gone nowhere with it. Not just Chance but all the other great projects out there that are seeing the light of day cuz they're free from the status quo way of doing things through gatekeepers and are now able to directly market what they have to offer.
This is the most significant development for artists since the advent of digital production technology and the birth of the Internet.
I've revised my plans for 2013 and am structuring what I'm doing in a whole new way now. Instead of walls and barricades and obstacles I see clear paths and wide boulevards.
Everything is changing!
Re: Chance Raspberry's 'Little Billy' Kickstarter Campaign
Well said Charles!
Just look at what has transpired since AN started.
The Disney regime of suits fell like duckpins and a lot of that had to do with the proactive stance of AN where others hid. Now we're seeing distribution and funding changing in favor of artists. The same is happening with internet marketing that I've been working on for the past year.
Pretty soon, a competent artist will be able to start their own LLC and raise the necessary capital. One of my colleagues in the UFO research field gathered millions on Kickstarter and another on Indiegogo for their movies. Broke records at that. Never been done before. If they can do it, animators can do it and with the web exploding where movies can be shown on Netflix or Hulu, creators can get their works out there and let the public decide.
Good things indeed! Just wait til I show what I've got cooking.
Re: Chance Raspberry's 'Little Billy' Kickstarter Campaign
The one and only Chance Raspberry with a very special "Thank You" video for his successful Little Billy Kickstarter campaign.
You can also access the Little Billy project through Facebook...
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I REEEEALLY wanted to give this recipe 5 stars because of the taste. BUT, They came out EXTREMEMLY overcooked. I had 1/2" to 3/4" boneless chops and baked them for 50 min.(took them out 10 min's early). The cheese (used vermont cheddar and provolone) got REALLY cooked. I don't understand how everyone else's came out tender after an HOUR even if they had 1" or better chops! I do plan on making this again, but I will only bake 35 min's. and I will add the second cheese 10 min's before it's done. I crumbled the cooked bacon on top, then vermont cheddar, then provolone. My kids really liked the taste and they don't like pork chops normally. I'm sure with the shorter bake time they will be FABULOUS!**UPDATE** I tried this again with the same cheezes, but cooked 25 min's, added the mozz/prov cheese and cooked for 10 more min's. Came out FANTASTIC. I used bone in center cut chops this time too.
This was okay, but I will never make it again. It felt like something was missing. I used shredded cheddar cheese, which I added during the last 10 minutes of the cooking time. It seemed like it needed a sauce or maybe some type of filling stuffed inside the pork chops. It was tender, though. As far as meat wrapped in bacon, I still prefer "Bacon Wrapped Chicken" from this site.
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My family, who are not big pork chop fans, really loved these. I did make a couple of enhancements that were suggested by others: I seered the pork chops in the bacon fat and used shredded cheddar and Jack cheese on top. (Couldn't bring myself to use "cheez-wiz".) The chops I used were very thick (~1"). The people who said these were dry probably over-cooked them. You have to be very careful with pork chops, they cook quickly and tend to be dry if overdone. Seering helps to trap in the juices. Anyway, we enjoyed these and maybe now I won't get faces and rolling eyeballs when I say we're having pork chops for dinner.
These are the very best pork chops that I've ever made!! Awesome!! They were very moist and flavourful and so simple to prepare (child's play, really). I added garlic powder and black pepper and I browned the chops in the same pan that I used for partially cooking the bacon. I lined the baking pan with foil before putting it in the oven for a fast and easy clean-up. My husband and I both just loved these chops and I will be preparing them on a regular basis. Thanks so much for the fantastic recipe!!
These were really good. I took the advice of some others and instead of wrapping my chops, I chopped the bacon and topped the chops with that. I also used cheddar instead of cheez-whiz...I just couldn't bring myself to use it. I seasoned my chops with garlic powder, onion powder, and pepper. Then I browned them in the bacon grease left from cooking the bacon. Placed them in a baking pan, poured a small amount of beef broth in the bottom of the pan (hoping that would keep them from drying out), and baked for 30 minutes. I pulled them out, topped with bacon and cheese and baked for 10 minutes more to melt the cheese. My chops were tender and juicy. They were exactly 1 in. thick, boneless chops. They were not dry at all. I recommend keeping an eye on them and not cooking for the full hour unless they REALLY need it! Thanks for the recipe!
I was kind of going out on a limb when I tried this recipe because I was having company over and I myself had never tasted it. Thank God it turned out awesome! I spiced it up by adding monteral steak seasoning to the pork chops before cooking them. I was not sure of the kind of cheese sauce to use so I used Ragu cheese sauce and we loved it. It is even better when you use the cheese sauce that is left over as a dipping sauce. My husband says this is a keeper and I agree. Thank you for the recipe.
I haven't written a review in years but really wanted to comment on this one. OMG!!!!!! I thought I'd feel like I was eating a heart attack but surprisingly that was not the case. I didn't brown the pork chops as some reviewers did. I put shredded cheddar on top because that's what I had. And my only addition was about 10 minutes before done I put a little bit of Sweet Baby Rays barbecue sauce on top. Next time I make them I will make them exactly as I did this time. Give them a try...totally worth it!
So easy. Very "American" with all the meat and processed cheese! Delicious flavour. Something kids and picky husbands would love. I did too!
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Calories: 458
Calories from Fat: 323
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I have been growing and using my own hops for a couple of years now. after harvesting this year I left them out to dry, they have been drying now for a little to long (about two months) they are all brown and papery. just wondering what the effects of being left out are, oxidization? alpha and beta acid loss? should I just toss them?
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Efficiency* will be lower (due to alpha acid degradation) and aromas will be missing, and you'll likely have some cheesy/sweaty off-flavors from isovaleric acid. Toss them and buy some fresher ones. *edit: changed from "utilization".
The effects are pretty much as you state. Personally, I wouldn't use them. I guess maybe if you were making a lambic you could use them, but that's about it.
I've used "expired" hop flakes before, and BeerSensor's characterization of them as having "cheesy/sweaty off-flavors" is absolutely correct.
In that particular batch, an ~6% ABV IPA, the nose was almost entirely absent of Amarillo (the expired hops in question), and there was very little hoppy bitterness.


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Contributions to federal candidates and political committees by lawyers have increased during the past 10 years, and collectively, they are consistently larger during presidential election years. Each cycle, the contributions significantly favor Democrats. In the 2008 election cycle, the industry contributed a massive $234 million to federal political candidates and interests , 76 percent of which went to Democratic candidates and committees.
In the 2008 presidential election, the lawyers/law firms industry was the top source of campaign donations for both Barack Obama and Hillary Clinton -- Obama received $43.2 million and Clinton received $16 million. It was the second most profitable source (behind retired individuals) for John McCain, who received $9.9 million.
The top contributor of these substantial funds is "heavy hitter" American Association for Justice, a group of plaintiff's attorneys formerly known as the Association of Trial Lawyers of America whose main political priority is fighting tort reform. In the past 20 years, the AAJ has donated $31.6 million, 91 percent of which has gone to Democrats, who also generally oppose tort reform.
Lobbying by lawyers and law firms has generally decreased during the past six years; in 2009, the industry spent $20 million on lobbying. The American Association for Justice tops the list with $4.7 million -- although it's spending has steadily decreased from its peak earlier in the decade. The American Bar Association in 2009 placed second within the industry with $1.1 million in lobbying expenditures. The rest of the lobbying clients from this industry consist of a combination of specific law firms and lawyer's organizations, such as Lawyers for Civil Justice.
Significant legislation that these organizations lobbied on in 2009 includes the Medical Device Safety Act of 2009 and the Sunshine in Litigation Act. The Medical Device Safety Act would overturn a 2008 Supreme Court decision that denied patients injured by certain medical devices the right to seek compensation through state product liability lawsuits. The Sunshine in Litigation Act would prohibit courts from restricting the disclosure of information obtained through discovery or restricting access to court records in a civil case.
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Are there any gardeners out there who use their spent hops in their compost? I know hops are antibacterial, which goes against the goal of getting a good population of composting bacteria, but I don't know how specific the effects are, especially when hops would be a relatively small percent of the total composting matter. I've seen recommendations in books both ways, but am looking for a good definitive source, or at least some anecdotes. Any ideas?
I compost mine, and they break down just as easily as most other vegetable matter that gets thrown on the pile.
I'm normally adding a few ounces of hop material at most to a compost pile that's full of pounds of grain and kitchen scraps and everything else. I think any serious anti-microbial action that they possess is outweighed by the fact that they're soaked through with sugar/nutrient water and dumped on and mixed into a huge pile of bacteria and bacterial food.
They're also mentioned as compostable in Rodale's Composting book.
I usually chuck my spent hops in the compost and it seems to degrade without any problems. At least, my in-laws tomatoes don't seem to complain!
However, if there were any adverse effects, since we're talking <100g hops here I doubt it would make any difference to a large heap.
Hops are full of nitrogen and will make for great compost.
I compose -everything- I can... veggies, hops, grains, old bread, rinsed eggshells, coffee, and fish and shellfish (can be stinky). To keep it from becoming a pile of slop, I layer in a mound of broken twigs every now and then.
It is best to compost in a pile. Do not ever dump your old hops or grain into the garden. Besides attracting pests and mold, it would take longer to compost.
Also, don't compost hops if you have a dog and he eats everything. Hops are really bad for dogs, as bad as garlic or onions. (They're bad for cats also, but cats won't eat garbage like dogs do.. they're too smart by half).


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Reasons Why People Get Plastic Surgery
There are many reasons why people decide to get plastic surgery. Below we listed some of those reasons:
· To correct serious injuries which cause severe damage to the body tissues, someone may opt for surgery. These injuries can include road accidents and extensive burns.
· Others may consider plastic surgery to help correct birth defects or abnormalities. Most common birth defects include cleft lip and palate, serious birth marks and webbed fingers. A clip left and palate affects the roof the mouth and the upper lip, and does not usually look good.
· To rectify damages caused while undergoing other forms of medical surgery. For instance when surgery is done to get rid of cancerous tissues, part of the skin may be destroyed. A plastic surgery would come in handy to fix that.
· Plastic surgery, whether cosmetic or reconstructive, usually helps boost an individual's self-esteem. There is nothing as important to people as their own self- esteem and they would do anything to maintain it.
Types of plastic surgery
Generally, plastic surgery is classified into two broad categories known as reconstructive and cosmetic surgery.
Reconstructive surgery
These are majorly done for medical purposes and can even be recommended by a doctor as part of treatment. Reconstructive surgery rectifies parts of the face or body. For example someone born with some of the birth defects mentioned above can have reconstructive surgery. Injuries that damage tissues can be corrected through this procedure as well. In addition, if you have suffered advanced acne, your dermatologist may suggest you undergo a reconstructive surgery to repair the damaged tissues. Other factors that may present the need for reconstructive surgery include an infection, tumors, and other ailments.
It is important to note that reconstructive surgery is not a joke and should never be taken for granted. As a matter of fact it is covered by most health insurance policies and is considered a viable medical procedure.
Cosmetic surgery
This type of plastic surgery is also referred to as aesthetic surgery. It is majorly done by healthy individuals who are not compelled by any health risks. The major aim of cosmetic surgery is to improve the appearance of an individual. For instance if you are not happy with the shape and size of your nose, breasts, physical looks, and any other thing that make you whole, cosmetic surgery is for you.
Types of cosmetic surgery
• Mammoplasty – this type of cosmetic surgery normally has to do with altering the shape and appearance of the breasts. Breast augmentation specifically deals with the enlargement of the breasts. This is done to women who feel they have very tiny breasts that give them a low self-esteem. As such they undergo breast augmentation to increase the size of their breasts. A mammoplasty may also be done to reduce the size of the breasts. This is actually considered a valid reason for people with excess breast tissues which make a woman feel uncomfortable.
• Abdominoplasty – this form of cosmetic surgery is also known as tummy tuck. It is meant for overweight people who after losing weight remain with hanging skin. It is actually done to make the skin around the stomach a bit tighter.
• Blepharoplasty – also referred to as eye lid surgery, and is meant to better the look of the eye lids. This form of surgery can be done to both the upper and bottom eye lids to remove any excess fat deposits. Proponents of eye lid surgery believe that it helps people look much younger.
• Lip enhancement surgery – this is done mostly by women to change the shape and size of the lips. Just a slight change of the lip size can have a great effect on the entire face. Mostly it is meant to increase lip volume and make it look more attractive.
• Rhytidectomy – also known as face lift surgery. A face lift helps clear wrinkles, tightens the face and presents a much younger appearance. This type of cosmetic surgery is popular but very risky.
• Other forms of cosmetic surgery include the nose job, surgery of the ears, laser surgery and hair replacement.
Techniques behind plastic surgery
Tissue expansion – The body develops an extra skin when the surrounding tissues are stretched. It is this additional skin which is used in repairing the damaged area.
Skin flap surgery – This process involves taking a living part of a tissue and transferring it to another part of the body.
Skin graft – A healthy skin is taken and used to replace skin that was lost in another part of the body. This technique can be used in treating burns and other injuries or defects.
How to select a good plastic surgeon
Ensure the surgeon is board certified
Check for proof of certification from the relevant board of plastic surgeons. If anything goes wrong you will have people to turn to. A board can punish an errant practitioner and help you get compensation.
Perform a background check on the surgeon's track record
It is important to check customer reviews. Call and talk to the alleged former clients and get a first-hand experience. Do not go to a plastic surgeon who will use you to set precedent. You can as well ask from friends, relatives and colleagues to tell you some of the best surgeons in your area.
Always go for a specialized surgeon
Normally surgeons specialize in a given area of plastic surgery. A surgeon who claims to be an expert in all forms of both reconstructive and cosmetic surgery probably knows nothing. If for instance you want breast augmentation, consider a surgeon who specializes in mammoplasty.
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It is important that you know what type of plastic surgery you want. Also understand the risks associated with that particular procedure and prepare adequately. Whichever type of plastic surgery you opt for always work hand in hand with your doctor. Also talk to people who matter in your life, if it is something that is going to over haul your appearance. Never be in a hurry, start early and take all the time you can to ensure you get the best surgeon.


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Discovered in 1986 by Australian astronomer Malcolm Hartley, comet 103P or Hartley 2 is set for the closest encounter with earth in 24 years. This "dirty snowball" that is comprised of rock, dust, ice and frozen gases was visible in the constellation of Auriga as a fuzzy, green blur to Northern Hemisphere observers during Mid-October.
Through November, Southern Hemisphere stargazers can catch a glimpse of the comet as it travels away from earth, using the naked eye, binoculars and of course, a telescope. This year, Hartley 2 made its closest pass at a mere 11 million miles on October 20th and is calculated to orbit the Sun every 6 ½ years. EPOXI, or Extrasolar Planet Observation and Deep Impact Extended Investigation is a spacecraft that is due to make a flyby of Hartley 2 from only 600 miles away on November 4th. The mission plans to gather information on the comet's surface and craters, as well as close-up images of dust and gas plumes.
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he said that cause there going to try alibi at LT.Originally Posted by SCall13
sorry but that is wrong,according to saban in the{dolphin digest}he and houck will groom alibi at LT,by the way carey did excellent at RT,no reason to move him.Originally Posted by NorFlaFin
If saban feels hadnot is going to play center next yr.,we will get a good guard in the draft or FA,and if hadnot is going to play guard they should try to go after that guy from N.O{forgot his name}cause i feel none of the guys coming out in the draft can come right in and start right away. alibi is going to compete at Lt{houck handpicked last year with that in mind} mcintosh will take a paycut{he will be the swing tackle}carey is planted at RT,J.J. is at LG. Our OL is very young including our backups,i think mcdougle and ephriam are gone,mckinney resigned to a 1yr.I personally think we"ll get 2-OL next yr{1 in draft+1 in FA}but not a No.1 or 2 pick,maybe 3rd and up.also saban doesn't like to pay top $$$$ to OLineman. neither does bellicheck


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Needless to say his cronie (ji) is following his footsteps by drafting lineman rather than playmakers.
Is time for a new gm!
...that fat bastard ruined this franchise.
Needless to say his cronie (ji) is following his footsteps by drafting lineman rather than playmakers.
Is time for a new gm!
Why? Miami has Tannehill. I wanted Ryan too but....c'mon it's almost 5 years later. Gotta move on. Parcells certainly did lol
A Parcells/ Ireland/ Ryan thread in 2012? Lol
Yeah I'd rather have a QB who rocks in the regular season and does nothing in the playoffs too!
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Need an o-line. Parcells needed to take Long. Right decision at the time. Ryan would not have been successful in Miami.
Now, taking pat white? That's another story
No thanks. I'd rather have Tannehill than Melty Ice.
Did you curse him when Melty Ice put up a big 2 in the playoffs last year?
Matt Ryan doesn't have the arm to have carried Miami. He may be the worst passer beyond 10 yards in the league. Julio Jones has made him look a lot better as a deep passer than he is this past year. If he hadn't had White, Jones, Gonzalez, and Turner not sure he would be viewed as much different than Sanchez at this point.
Normally I agree with this, but it's beating the dead horse at this point. We have Tannehill now.


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Merkel Cell Cancer
What is Merkel cell cancer?
Merkel cell cancer is also known as neuroendocrine cancer of the skin, or trabecular cancer. Characterized by firm, shiny skin lumps, this rare cancer develops on or just beneath the skin and in the hair follicles. Merkel cell cancer most often is found on sun-exposed areas of skin, such as the neck and head. The cancer mostly affects white people over the age of 50. The cause of the cancer is unknown, but it is believed to be related to both sun exposure and suppression of the immune system.
What is the appearance of Merkel cell cancer tumors?
Merkel cell cancer tumors usually are firm, shiny skin lumps that do not hurt. The lumps, or tumors, may be red, pink, or blue and tend to grow very quickly.
How is Merkel cell cancer diagnosed?
Early diagnosis and treatment of Merkel cell cancer is crucial in preventing the cancer from spreading. The diagnosis is made with a biopsy, a procedure in which tumor samples are removed (with a needle or scalpel, or during surgery) for examination under a microscope to determine if cancer cells are present. However, diagnosis of Merkel cell cancer is difficult, as it can look like many other types of cancer.
Treatment for Merkel cell cancer
Specific treatment for Merkel cell cancer will be determined by your doctor based on:
Your age, overall health, and medical history
Extent and location of the disease
Your tolerance for specific medications, procedures, and therapies
Expectations for the course of the disease
Your opinion or preference
Treatment may include:
Surgery to remove the tumor (including a border of healthy tissue). Since Merkel cell cancer grows fast and often spreads (metastasizes), your doctor may also remove nearby lymph nodes.
Radiation therapy. This therapy uses a radiation machine that emits X-rays to kill cancer cells and shrink tumors. This may be given after surgery or as part of the main treatment if surgery is not an option.
Chemotherapy. Treatment with drugs to destroy cancer cells used mainly for more advanced disease.


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Fluoride and Children
What is fluoride?
Fluoride, either applied topically to erupted teeth, or ingested orally (called systemic fluoride) during tooth development, helps to prevent tooth decay. It also strengthens tooth enamel, and reduces the harmful effects of plaque. Fluoride also makes the entire tooth structure more resistant to decay and promotes remineralization, which aids in repairing early decay before the damage is even visible.
Where is fluoride found?
The most common sources for fluoride are tap water and toothpastes.
Topical fluoride
Systemic fluoride
Once ingested, systemic fluoride is absorbed via the gastrointestinal tract and distributed and deposited throughout the body via the blood supply.
Who should receive extra fluoride?
It is recommended by the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry that children between the ages of 6 months and 16 years have some form of fluoride every day.
If your child's primary source of tap water is not fluoridated, your child's health care provider or dentist may prescribe fluoride supplements. These come either as drops or tablets that are taken by mouth. The amount of fluoride that is prescribed is based on the child's age and amount of fluoride in the drinking water.
If your child mainly drinks bottled water, talk with your dentist about using a product that contains fluoride. Most children still get enough fluoride from brushing and eating food prepared with tap water.
What health risks are associated with fluoride use?
In general, fluoride consumption is safe. Health risks associated with fluoridation are usually limited to misuse and over concentration. To avoid misuse and over concentration:
Avoid swallowing toothpaste and other dental hygiene products.
Keep toothpaste out of young children's reach. Make sure you help your child with tooth-brushing until he or she is 7 to 8 years old.
Call the local water department and/or the health department to find out the fluoride level in your local drinking water.
Children are especially vulnerable to dental fluorosis as their developing teeth are more sensitive to higher fluoride levels. Fluorosis only occurs in developing teeth, not those that have already erupted. Consult your child's doctor or dentist if you notice changes in the condition of your child's teeth.


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