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I'm 21 years old female from South India. I would like to publish a book which concentrates on any one latest computer technology. Now, I have completed my BE- Computer Science and Engineering. I'm going to work in an IT company for two years and after 4 years I would like to publish the book. What are the qualifications I need to publish a technical-oriented book? What is the procedure for that? Is it way too expensive? I don't have anyone for guidance. Kindly guide me.
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It busts stuff up and I am loving it. There were some VERY gnarly pieces of knotty birch and it wrecked them into kindling The chics seem interested too- cool. I learned the basics of AC stick welding and made some ugleeeee welds. My neighbor welded the wedge to the i-beam and I welded the anchor point for the cylinder- we'll see.
If anyone asks what part of this project was the hardest... it was definitely drilling the 1" holes for the cylinder clevis points!!! that kind of work will be outsourced if ever needed again.
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Riding a five-race win streak, Lajolla Famosa is the 3-1 morning-line favorite in Friday's $150,000 John Deere Juvenile Challenge Championship (G2) at Fair Grounds Race Course in New Orleans. The 350-yard race for 2-year-olds is part of the 18th Bank of America Racing Challenge Championships, the season-ending championship event of AQHA's purse and bonus awards program.
Lajolla Famosa, a 2-yearold Streakin La Jolla gelding who is trained by Bret Vickery, has done most of his racing in the Intermountain region, but also has two starts, including a win, at Los Alamitos. He has six wins in eight starts.
On November 16, post positions for the Challenge Championship were drawn at a brunch at Fair Grounds. The Juvenile Challenge Championship starters, in post position order with their jockeys and morning-line odds, are:
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The reception takes place at Castaway Restaurant & Banquet Center, 670 Kendall Dr., San Bernardino, from 5:30 p.m. until 7:30 p.m. It will allow Black business and community leaders an opportunity to meet their county superintendent and share their concerns about education with him.
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The White Matter Disease Program at Children's National Health System provides comprehensive services in more than 500 visits with patients each year. White matter or myelin disorders affect the myelin sheath, the white fatty layer that covers nerve cells. Some diseases, such as Multiple Sclerosis (MS) or Acute Disseminated Encephalomyelitis (ADEM), may be acquired, while others, called "leukodystrophies" or sometimes "leukoencephalopathies" are genetic.
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Leukodystrophies have many causes, some known and some unknown. Many patients have rare forms of leukodystrophy for which no diagnostic test exists. The purpose of this study is to better characterize patients with leukodystrophies from a clinical, molecular, and biochemical standpoint in order to establish new tests for use in diagnosing leukodystrophies. Participation in this study involves a physical examination, which, when possible will be conducted at Children's National Medical Center by the study Principal Investigator. When travel is not possible, it may be possible for the participant's local neurologist to collect key clinical data. In addition, this study requests that excess samples be collected for this research study when diagnostic testing is being completed. Excess samples requested include: blood samples, urine samples, skin samples (when skin biopsy is being performed for clinical purposes), CSF (when spinal tap is being performed for clinical purposes). In order to evaluate eligibility, interested participants are asked to submit MRI images (CD or film) as well as clinical information and sign a consent form.
We have identified a protein which is present in smaller quantities in the CSF (cerebrospinal fluid) of patients with Vanishing White Matter (VWM) disease compared to healthy children and children with other leukodystrophies. We would like to continue to study this test in children with (or suspected to have) VWM disease and those without to determine the sensitivity and specificity of this test. CSF results are rapid (usually 2-3 weeks) relative to the much longer time required for sequencing of the eIF2B genes. In order to participate in this study participants must sign consent, submit an MRI (either on CD or film) and their physician must complete our clinical information form. No samples will be included without receipt of these materials. Results of both the CSF and genetic testing will be reported back to the referring physician. Currently we are CLIA and New York State approved to perform sequencing for the eIF2B1-5 genes in our laboratory.
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Funeral services for Barney L. Taylor, 79, will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday, January 27, 2014, in the Centennial Chapel of Harvey-Douglas Funeral Home conducted by the Rev. Leroy Holman. Burial will be in Rose Hill Cemetery.A time of visitation and support for family and friends will be Monday evening from 5 to 7 p.m. at Harvey-Douglas Funeral Home.
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Cobra Starship - Part I
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Yes, that song is incredible!!!! its called the city is at war..Can someone tell me the name of the album?
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A Diamond in the Rough - The Fantastic Croissant Maker Takes on Dinner Service - Bite Bar and Bakery [Review] w/ Pics!
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In a matter of months, Bite Bar & Bakery has blossomed from a quiet soft opening with little fanfare, into one of the hottest topics on Chowhound. When soniabegonia first started a thread praising Bite Bar's Croissants, it immediately rose to the top of my "must try" list since those buttery, flaky crescent-shaped Pastries are one of my greatest guilty pleasures. :) I was excited to try it and before I knew it, even Chowhound luminaries like Servorg, bulavinaka, Dommy!, Mattapoisett in LA, noahbites, mollyomormon and many others hopped on the thread, adding to the growing enthusiasm over this new Bakery. And after finally settling in and getting their liquor license, Bite Bar & Bakery has just debuted their dinner service, emphasizing a Small Plates concept (true to their name :), with a short, focused Beer & Wine List.
Taking over the old Violet space, Bite Bar & Bakery is helmed by Chef Elizabeth Goel (who's been running a private catering company (Bite Catering Couture) prior to this, and a graduate of The French Culinary Institute (New York)). The space has been beautifully transformed into something warm and charming. Clean white walls with simple wood accents, cooking utensils and book shelves lined with a variety of cook books adorn a spacious but cozy dining room. During the day, the lighting scheme and large windows makes it a relaxing place to grab a Pastry and converse with friends. :) At night, with the new dinner service, the entire restaurant becomes a warm, charmingly lit place for Small Plates and Wine.
Even their Pastry counter is a reflection of this casual, relaxing attitude with simple, open wood tables displaying a variety of their fresh-baked goods, with a cute Cookie Jar section that shouldn't be missed. :)
During my 1st visit, I had to start with their homemade Croissant. :)
I feel the excitement begin to build as I take a bite:
Outstanding! (^_^)
The crisp outer layer crackles and gives way to this soft, airy interior. There's a gentle, buttery sweetness that permeates each bite; not too greasy, not too dry. I wear a perpetual smile for the rest of the day. :)
Since that first visit, I've gotten ~7-8 Croissants and thankfully they've been very consistent, except during my 2nd visit, when the Croissant was slightly burnt and dried out (pictured below). But the other 6-7 Croissants have been simply wonderful. :)
I'd have to say I enjoy Bite Bar & Bakery's Croissants more than the well-respected Amandine, but I prefer Anisette's Croissant with Normandy Butter just a tad more (but it's very close). But Bite wins in the convenience category, since it's outstanding and easier to pick up than Anisette on most days). :)
Bite Bar & Bakery serves a variety of Organic Teas (in silken sachets) from Shangri La. On this visit, I try their Organic Breakfast Tea.
Shangri La's take on the traditional English Breakfast Tea is quite fragrant, smooth and invigorating. :)
Another much-lauded item is their Lemon Bar on Shortbread Crust.
While not my favorite sweet, after hearing so many endorsements for Euro Pane's famous Lemon Bar and then for Bite's version, I had to give both of them a try for a taste test. :) Chef Goel's version at Bite Bar & Bakery is an explosion of intense lemony goodness! I thought Euro Pane's Lemon Bar was pretty intense, but Bite Bar's is even more concentrated, but also sweeter (so there's less of the slightly bitter citrus notes you get with Euro Pane's version). Both are very good, but the sweeter, more in-your-face lemony topping and light Shortbread Crust makes it my favorite of the two. :)
While I'm not the biggest Chocolate fan out there, their Pain Au Chocolat (Chocolate Croissant) is another excellent pastry.
Building upon the excellent foundation of Chef Goel's regular Croissant, it shouldn't surprise me that her Pain Au Chocolat is great as well. It features a similar crisp exterior and pillowy inside, and there's a nice thin ribbon of Chocolate running through the center and for a non-Chocolate lover, it's just the right amount to be enjoyable without turning it into a total dessert. :)
During one of my later visits, I remember hearing about their Naanwich (Chickpea Curry on an Open-Faced Homemade Naan with Cilantro, Tomato Salad & Mango) so we place an order for this interesting-sounding Sandwich.
I wouldn't say it's a Curry that would rival any of the top Curries in town, but it's a very flavorful dish, fragrant with exotic spices and a great balance of ingredients. The Homemade Naan is actually quite thick and soft, but a great complement to the Curried Chickpeas and Tomato Salad. Lastly, a note that those expecting a Sandwich should be warned that this is more like a fork and knife dish than a hand-held traditional Sandwich. I'm just happy that something this flavorful and tasty happens to be Vegetarian and healthy. (^_~)
Their Warm Spinach Salad (with Andouille Dressing, Goat Cheese, Creole Spiced Nuts and Homemade Duck Prosciutto) arrives next.
The Spinach is excellent. It's not often you can say that about this common vegetable, but there's a brightness that you don't normally get with many Spinach Salads around the city. The combination with Goat Cheese is very good and the Andouille Dressing has this porcine edge that gives this Salad some verve. :)
Unfortunately - and I can't believe I'm about to type this - there's just too much Homemade Duck Prosciutto. The Duck Prosciutto is intense and very salty, and in small quantities it's quite tasty, but there's too much of it in comparison to the Spinach, and it ends up overpowering the dish quickly. Perhaps keeping the same generous portion of Prosciutto and just adding more Spinach might do the trick. (^_~)
One of the more controversial sandwiches on the menu might very well be their Reuben Sandwich (Homemade Corned Beef and Sauerkraut on Rye with Thousand Island and Cheese).
Hearing Ciao Bob rave about this item made it a "must try" for me :), so I couldn't wait to order it. The first thing that struck me about this Sandwich (and most of their Lunch Sandwich offerings) is that they're served like Panini Sandwiches, pressed with that signature crinkle pattern. I don't mind Panini, but those expecting either traditional grilled Sandwiches or non-pressed Sandwiches should take note.
I'm not a big Reuben connoisseur, so it's nice to enjoy a new style of Reuben without getting a hulking, grease bomb of a Sandwich. :) The Homemade Corned Beef is quite tasty, having a milder taste than most hole-in-the-wall versions (which are far more salty). My only beef (no pun intended :p) with this Sandwich was that our Reuben came out with the Swiss Cheese unmelted (or barely melted), perhaps not enough heat in their Panini Press machine?
There's a really nice balance of flavors with a more manageable amount of Corned Beef (instead of exploding out of the Sandwich), some Thousand Island Dressing and a bit of Sauerkraut and the crisped Bread. If the Cheese was melted, I'd enjoy this Reuben a bit more, but overall I'd be happy to order it again. It's an excellent, healthier, alternative Reuben. Although I have to say, having just had Langer's Hot Corned Beef, Sauerkraut, Swiss Cheese, Grilled on their wonderful Rye Bread... it's a hard call to make. :)
Their side of Cajun Fries are adequate. Usually crispy with a hollow, airy center, on some visits they're unfortunately fried at the wrong temperature, soaking up too much oil.
Crab Sandwiches aren't too common in So Cal, so it's nice when you get a solid version with their Toasted Crab Sandwich (on Sourdough with Paprika Aioli and Watercress Salad).
The Crab is lightly briny, but still relatively fresh with a good balance of flavors. One of my guests is a big fan of all Crab dishes and she couldn't get enough of the Toasted Crab Sandwich. I thought it was enjoyable, but nothing amazing.
One of the strangest things about Bite Bar is the quality of their produce outside of their Salads. Their Salads have been consistently strong and vibrant, but the little "side" of greens served with their various Sandwiches have ranged from average to disappointing depending on the day. On this visit, we're served some less-than-good quality Watercress with much of it being comprised of the more unsightly spotted leaves that are usually thrown out (see pic below). On other visits, their little side of greens tastes dull.
Continuing on, their Asparagus Soup with Tuille is a wonderful surprise.
This is one soup where it tastes like they distilled down an entire bunch of Asparagus into a single bowl, sitting in front of you. It's intensely Asparagus, verdant, yet lightly creamy, and I can't stop sipping it. :)
One of my guests is a cookie fiend, so I'm powerless to stop her from ordering their homemade Lavender Shortbread Cookie and the Dark Chocolate Heaven Cookie with Pecan. :)
The Lavender Shortbread Cookie is light and crumbly, a touch dry, but exuding a pleasant Lavender aroma with each bite.
And while I'm not a Chocolate fiend, their Dark Chocolate Heaven Cookie with Pecan is mind-blowingly good! (^_^) It's so rich and intensely chocolaty, yet it's not too sweet. Probably one of the best Dark Chocolate Cookies I've had in recent memory.
We finish up with their Pecan Caramel Bar with Chocolate Ganache.
It's packed with Pecans, giving it a different nuttiness than the more commonly found Peanut or Almond sweets. In addition, the Pecans really help balance out the Caramel and Chocolate Ganache, making this one of the more enjoyable sweet creations on the menu.
On another visit, we begin with their Egg Souffle with Garlic.
It's slightly bready on the outside with a moist, soft center. There isn't really a strong Garlic note present, but the lightly dressed Tomato adds a nice sweet acidity to the Souffle.
For those that can't get enough of their Lemon Bars, their Lemon Olive Oil Cake might satisfy that craving and then completely steamroll you afterward. :)
The outside of this Lemon Olive Oil Cake is firm and Cookie-like, which then gives way to an oozing center of Lemon Custard. It's almost as citrusy as their Lemon Bar, but with ~2-3 times the amount of oozing Lemon goodness to enjoy. Overall, I enjoy their Lemon Bar more, only because the sugary frosting on top makes this Olive Oil Cake too sweet for my tastes, bordering on cloying.
The first savory dish arrives at this point, their Pulled Pork Sandwich (served on Focaccia Bread with Coleslaw).
Going through their menu of Sandwiches so far, the one unfortunate aspect that brings down some of their Sandwiches from time-to-time is their Bread. Bite Bar & Bakery does not bake their own Bread (they source it from an external vendor), and while some Sandwiches are fine, others are hampered by it, such as in their Pulled Pork Sandwich.
The Focaccia Bread is simply too dry and thick, and while it stands up to the very wet Pulled Pork, it also sucks out the moisture from your mouth as you're eating it. To make matters worse, the Pulled Pork itself is very sweet, and has the consistency of mush. :( The spicy tang undertones are appreciated but everything else is disappointing. With so much good 'Q around town, it makes it even harder to recommend this to anyone except out of convenience.
Things bounce back nicely with their Grilled Pressed Asparagus Sandwich (with Sundried Tomato Pesto and Havarti Cheese).
The Cheese is thankfully melted this time, and the balance of Grilled Asparagus with the mild, creamy, gooey, delicious Havarti Cheese and crunch of their Panini-pressed Bread makes this one of their better Sandwiches on the menu.
The BITE BLTA (with Fresh Tomato, Greens, Smoky Bacon, Avocado and Homemade Tarragon Aioli) shows up soon after.
This is, sadly, another disappointing Sandwich on the menu. The Focaccia is dry, but less dense than the one used for their Pulled Pork. The Tomatoes, Mixed Greens and Avocado are fine, but the real problem lies in the star of this dish: The Bacon. It's cold and soggy. :( To be fair, many places around town batch cook a bunch of Bacon and serve the pre-made Bacon in their BLTs as well, but with all the attention to detail and quality of most of their items, it's unfortunate that Bite's BLTA isn't served with fresh-cooked Bacon (made-to-order).
On a recent visit, I'm joined by my dear friend Jotaru for Bite Bar & Bakery's Grand Opening Dinner. As we enter the restaurant during the inaugural run of their Dinner service, we're warmly greeted by a gracious hostess who shows us to our table immediately.
Our server explains the menu concept (of Small Plates, meant for sharing), and we begin with their Bacon-Wrapped Dates Stuffed with Chorizo and Manchego Cheese.
This is probably one of the most deceiving plates on the new Dinner menu. While it may look bite-sized, it's a *substantial* mouthful. The Bacon is hot and crisped (a big plus :), but from there, the rest of the bite is just a long, chewy, very meaty experience in a slightly unpleasant way. At the center of the problem is the chunk of Chorizo. While a Date may seem like a simple, bite-sized thing to eat, the dry, chunky piece of Chorizo adds a density that brings down this dish. The Date itself is a big, meaty specimen during this evening's meal, and using a whole slice of thick-cut Bacon (as hot and crisped and tasty as it is by itself :) is just too much.
It seems like a more logical choice (given the refinement and daintiness of the rest of their menu) is to go with the more svelte cousin of this appetizer: Prosciutto-Wrapped Figs or some variation of that (when available).
Next up is their Napa-Style Artichoke Beignet with California Remoulade.
What arrives are tiny, deep fried, battered pieces of Artichoke that are fried at the wrong temperature, completely saturated with oil. The California Remoulade (with Shallots, Capers, Brandy and Lemon) is an OK pairing, but I'd be happy with just the Artichoke Beignets by themselves (if they were a little less greasy).
I can't resist a good Pate, so I have to order their Pate Tasting, featuring an exploration of 3 different proteins, all made in-house.
Going from right-to-left, we start with the Rabbit Rillette with Red Grape Marmalade.
As I use my knife to break into the mound of Rabbit Rillette, I notice it's surprisingly dense and very hard to break off a portion to spread on the Crostini. Rabbit is inherently a lean protein - and perhaps I've been spoiled by Palate's various Rillette preparations - but after having incredibly soft, smooth, spreadable Rillettes over the past few years, this dense, very tightly-packed Rabbit Rillette is a bit disappointing. The Rabbit itself tastes delicious once you work it onto the Toasted Bread, but be careful with the Red Grape Marmalade as it's extremely sweet.
But one thing that really ruins this dish (and the next one) is their Crostini. I realize that for a Grand Opening they want to ensure as easy a time for the kitchen as possible (if something can be prepped ahead of time, do it, to save time later). But for an establishment known for excellent baked goods, serving burnt, stale Crostinis is baffling. We were served 4 jars of Crostinis over the various courses this evening and they were all flat-out black-burnt (with some of the char scraped off, and they were all stale. (>_<) Very disappointing. The 2nd portion of the tasting is their Duck Mousse with Bacon Bits, Roasted Maui Gold Pineapple and Vanilla Compote.
I can't really taste any Bacon Bits as the Duck Mousse is very silky and smooth, tasting completely of Duck Offal. Unfortunately, the Maui Gold Pineapple and Vanilla Compote just doesn't work. While it's not as sweet as the Red Grape Marmalade, there's a *perceived* sweetness from the intensely tropical smell of Pineapple and the aroma of real Vanilla Bean extract, and both of those combine to overpower the Duck Mousse.
The third item is the Creamy Homemade Chicken Liver Pate with Fresh Spring Rhubarb Chutney.
It's certainly creamy (the complete opposite in texture to the Rabbit Rillette's density), but it's quite salty and screams of all things "Liver" (metallic, iron-y, pungent taste). It tastes more like "Pureed Raw Liver" than a usual Pate, due to its extreme taste. But, once paired with the Fresh Spring Rhubarb Chutney, this is the pairing that works the best of the trio, really mellowing out the flavors a bit. Overall, this Pate Tasting doesn't approach something out of Chef Florent Marneau's kitchen, or the surprisingly stunning homemade Pate from Chef Masataka Hirai, but I'm hopeful the kitchen will improve over time.
Continuing on, their "House Specialty" Piedmontese Steak Tartare (served with Quail Egg, Grilled Rustic Bread) arrives next.
A mini tower of Minced Beef is presented with the ingredients separated out, before being mixed tableside to finish off the Steak Tartare. Bite's version uses a combination of Anchovies, Capers, Cornichon, Horseradish and Cognac, with a Quail Egg, and the end result is a slightly too tart version of a respectable Steak Tartare. We're served the same, completely burnt, stale Crostini (Rustic Bread Slices) for this course and it really detracts from the overall enjoyment of the dish. :(
The Creole Crab Cakes arrive quickly after.
These are 3 small Crab Cakes made with Jumbo Lump Crab, topped with Chipotle Honey Corn Mashed Potatoes. It sounds delicious, but the Crab Cakes lack the crispy exterior that you'd hope for in a good Crab Cake, and the overall texture is a bit too mushy for my tastes.
The Garlic Herb Mashed Potatoes that it's served on has a wonderful Rosemary and herbal aroma, but is quite thick and dense. This isn't something I'd order again.
At this point, I'm getting worried about the menu, but then the Buttermilk Southern Fried Jidori Chicken (with Creamy Gouda Grits, Stewed Tomato and Okra) arrives.
The first bite is a series of emotions and feelings, from the slightly crunchy exterior yielding to completely juicy, succulent, mouth-watering Jidori Chicken that's pure and bright and simply delicious! (^_^) The Stewed Tomato and Okra adds a unique, light, vegetal sweetness to each bite of the Chicken that elevates it to a different plateau than what you might expect with Fried Chicken.
Fried Chicken purists should take note: This is definitely not a traditional "Fried Chicken." Those looking for the ultra-crunchy, crispy, traditional Fried Chicken won't find it here and may be disappointed. While I personally would like the crust to be a bit more crunchy, this is Chef Goel's alternate interpretation of Fried Chicken and it's my favorite item on their dinner menu. Excellent! :)
Bite's Signature Mini BBQ Bacon Western Kobe Cheeseburgers (with Niman Ranch Bacon and "Special Sauce") unfortunately can't match the greatness of the Jidori Fried Chicken.
While some dishes are quite ample in their portions (like the Fried Chicken), others feel quite dainty and too precious at times, like their Mini Cheeseburgers. These are smaller than most Sliders (really like a "single bite" version of a Cheeseburger).
It's a great concept, but like their Pulled Pork Sandwich, their outsourced Bread is the downfall of this dish. The Mini Burger Buns are very dry and dense, and really detract from the enjoyment of the 28-Day Dry Aged Beef Patty which is excellent. There's a real beefy, intense quality that's lovely and that's more enjoyable than most of the "big boys" for Burgers around town (like 8 oz, Lucky Devils, etc.). I applaud Chef Goel for using a 28-Day Dry Aged Beef; it really accentuates and concentrates the flavors to give you a true Beef flavor, but the Burger Bun drags this dish down, as does the "Special Sauce" which doesn't really accentuate or move the dish in any direction; it just tastes like a moisture component that was thrown in because it was needed more than anything.
The Kurobuta Pork Tenderloin (served on Market Greens with Pork Jus) is our final savory course of the evening.
This super-lean cut of Pork is tender considering how lean it is, but still quite dense and chunky at times. I think we're getting spoiled with the ubiquitous Pork Belly and various long-stewed Pork dishes around town (with meltingly tender chunks of Pork), so going back to a tightly-packed, dense, lean Pork Tenderloin that's semi-tender can feel underwhelming at times.
It is thankfully not too salty at all, with the necessary sodium coming from the Bacon-wrapped exterior and Bacon Bits on top. :) On this evening, the kitchen uses some Chinese Chives which is an unusual, refreshing pairing.
For dessert, we decide on the Chef's Choice Trio, featuring 3 of their excellent selections from the Dessert Menu.
I start with their Vanilla Bean Yoghurt Panna Cotta (with Balsamic Strawberies and Fresh Mint).
It's a little bit firmer than what I'm used to, but still very well made with beautiful notes of Vanilla and fresh, in-season Strawberries. It's delicate, and the least sweet (in a good way) dessert on the menu.
The Triple Berry Streusel Crostata (with Vanilla Bean Ice Cream) is next.
Chef Elizabeth's prowess really shines here with an excellent crust giving way to fresh, lightly sweet Berries and the Vanilla Bean Ice Cream. Lovely. :)
And then we finish off with the most decadent, but stunning Warm Valrhona Molten Chocolate Cake.
The Cake is excellent, warmed through, featuring a molten core of this deep, slightly bitter, aromatic Chocolate. Wonderful. :)
Despite some hiccups on the menu (service was great), I can't wait to return for another Dinner. :)
On my 5th visit, the meal begins with their Deviled Eggs with Smoked Paprika.
These are an excellent starter, with a creamy, mustardy, Paprika-tinged filling.
Their Truffle Fries with Garlic Butter are even better than their Lunch-time Cajun Fries.
They're crispy on the outside with a slightly hollow center, and Chef Goel judiciously uses the Truffle Oil without overusing it, giving just the right amount of enhancement while letting the Garlic Butter do the rest. :) Delicious!
Probably the biggest surprise on their Dinner Menu would have to be their Salads. Normally the "boring" or overlooked section of a menu, Chef Elizabeth creates an absolute winner with the Edamame and Sugar Snap Salad (with Spicy Sriracha-Sesame Dressing). The Edamame and Sugar Snap Peas are just cooked through, maintaining a good firm texture while being slightly supple, and when served chilled with a little bit of heat from the Sriracha-Sesame Dressing, it makes for a rare, delightful Salad during this hot season. :)
And even more unusual and just as standout is Chef Goel's Summer Salad (Watermelon, Feta, Mint, Aged Balsamic, Arugula and Basil).
At first you might do a double-take when reading "Watermelon" and "Feta (Cheese)" :), but it works, brilliantly. The Watermelon chunks are chilled and refreshing by themselves, but then the sprinkling of Feta Cheese (a mild version) adds a slightly tangy, unusual component, which is then immediately brought to harmonize with the Aged Balsamic and Basil. The bits of Arugula, with its peppery spiciness, and finally, the always uplifting Mint, all combine to create this strange, but unique Salad that's invigorating and perfect for Summer. :)
Their House Mac 'n Cheese (with Crunchy Panko Topping) arrives next.
Mac 'n Cheese is a very personal thing: Some people love a Mac 'n Cheese that's loaded with Cheese that's hot and gooey; others prefer it creamy, with less Cheese; while others relish the gourmet improvements like Truffle or some kind of animal protein, etc.
Bite's version has a nice crunchy topping of Panko, while underneath is a more minimalistic type of Mac 'n Cheese: Not too cheesy or creamy. The Aged Cheddar gives it a nice funk and appeal, but I like my Mac 'n Cheese to be creamier with a little more Cheese.
I can't resist trying their Buttermilk Southern Fried Jidori Chicken one more time, and this time the outside crust is a bit softer and falls away from the Chicken too easily. It's still absolutely juicy and delicious overall, but it looks like they're still working out some kinks with the crust falling apart so easily. Still, quite delectable. :)
The final course is their Classic Grand Marnier Creme Brulee (served with Lavender Shortbread Wedges).
It's beautifully presented, but the caramel top isn't cooked hot enough to form a satisfying crunchy thin layer shell (there's a thin layer that's been caramelized, but only slightly). Besides that, the Custard within is delicious, creamy and silky, but it becomes saccharin very quickly. If it was just a little less sweet it'd be perfect. The Lavender Shortbread Wedges are expertly crafted, floral and a great complement to this dessert.
Service is a mixed bag at Bite Bar & Bakery. Over the course of my 5 visits, I've found that during Breakfast and Lunch, service is extremely slow at times. Everyone's nice and cordial, but even at only ~20 - 30% capacity, getting more Coffee or a refill of Hot Water for Tea is an exercise in patience. On one visit, after waiting around for 15+ minutes with no server that we could get attention from, it was faster for me to get up and go to the counter and wait for someone to acknowledge me to get a refill. Dishes also arrive surprisingly slowly. Whatever the inefficiencies may be, I can't imagine what it'd be like if the restaurant was running at ~80 - 100% capacity.
Dinner, on the other hand, despite it being a Grand Opening weekend was stellar. There were new servers present and everyone was attentive with plates cleared quickly, and any other needs met with equal alacrity. Bite Bar suffered none of the nightmares in service that plague many businesses during their initial opening phase. Prices range from $2.50 - $4.50 for Pastries; $4.95 - $13.25 for Sandwiches; and $3 - $12 for Dinner Small Plates. We averaged about ~$42 per person (including tax and tip) for Dinner.
Bite Bar & Bakery is currently at an interesting growth period: Already an accomplished Bakery with excellent Pastries for Breakfast and Brunch, its Lunch Sandwiches ran the gamut from disappointing (Pulled Pork) to delicious (Naanwich, Grilled Pressed Asparagus, Reuben), while the new Dinner service and menu exhibits similar fluctuations. With its current Dinner Menu, if one can navigate away from the land mines (Artichoke Beignet, Bacon-Wrapped Dates, Crab Cakes, Pate Tasting) and stay with their winners (Jidori Fried Chicken, Salads and Truffle Fries), Bite becomes a good place to stop in for a quick bite if you're in the neighborhood.
As a Bakery, Bite is the purveyor of some of the best Croissants in So Cal, and thus, holds a special place in my heart for Breakfast. :) For their new Small Plates Dinner concept, I'm holding out hope that Chef Goel and company will continue to improve and develop the menu, bringing it to the same level of excellence as their Pastries. For now, I'll be happy to stop in for their surprising Summer Salad, Edamame and Sugar Snap Salad, Southern Fried Jidori Chicken, and maybe the Warm Valrhona Molten Chocolate Cake. (^_~)
*** Rating: 7.9 (out of 10.0) ***
*** (Rating for Pastries / Breakfast Only: 8.6 (out of 10.0)) ***
Bite Bar and Bakery
3221 Pico Blvd.
Santa Monica, CA 90405
Tel: (424) 744-8658
Hours: Tues - Sun, 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
[Brunch] Sat - Sun, 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
[Dinner] Fri - Sat, 5:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.
Bite Bar & Bakery
3221 Pico Blvd., Santa Monica, CA 90405
re: exilekiss
That was a fair review. Some of the small plates are not worth the price at all like the crab cakes and the fish tacos. We were put off with the stale bread and some itmes were over cooked and some under. I really like this place for their crostata and some other baked goods. I too prefer Anisette's croissant's to bite's.
re: mrsjoujou
Hi mrsjoujou,
Thanks. :) We missed out on the Fish Tacos, but from what you're saying I'm glad we did. You also got stale bread? Sigh.
I'm hopeful the kitchen will continue to improve in the coming weeks. With their Bakery being so good, and the attention to detail shown there, I'm sure they will. :)
re: mollyomormon
Hi mollyomormon,
Of course! :) Let me know what you think of their Dinner (you definitely need to try their alternative Fried Chicken at the very least :).
I was wondering who was going to post first about Bite's dinners. So glad you were able to give Bite your normal thorough and colorful review.
I went to one of the preview dinners and was curious how Elizabeth would change things up. I definitely need to get there soon.
One of my favorite items there is the waffle on weekends. It has a nice crispy airiness thats making me think about it even now.
One thing I enjoy about Bite is the personal care they have for all their food. They may not make the best crabcakes you ever had, but they sure care about it. That love for their food makes me go back again and again to see what else they've come up with. And knowing how savvvy she is with the Internet, she has already read your review.
re: Ogawak
Just another quick POV: I happen to love the crab cakes and the fish tacos. The fried chicken is also a clear winner. I'm surprised that exilekiss did not mention the great chicken salad sandwich served at lunch. My husband had the BLTA sandwich and agreed that the bread was too dense for the sandwich, but his bacon was hot and crisp and did not taste pre-cooked. Looking forward to trying the mac and cheese.
re: maudies5
Hi maudie5,
Thanks for your feedback on the Fish Tacos. I'm glad you were able to get hot Bacon for your BLTA. We were pretty shocked and surprised when we bit into ours and the Bacon was cold and soggy. But again, many places around So Cal make their Bacon ahead of time (to save time), so it's not that surprising. Maybe we just got unlucky.
Thank you for the recommendation on the Chicken Salad Sandwich; I was curious about it, but unfortunately I didn't get a chance to try that item. Next time, though! :)
re: Ogawak
Hi Ogawak,
Thank you. :) I'm glad you were able to go to a preview dinner.
I missed the Waffles on my previous visits so I'll definitely have to try them next time. :)
re: exilekiss
illl have to do for that fried chicken and the fries, and im sucker for crab cakes so maybe those too. and the choolate cake.
re: exilekiss
comfortable for solo dining in the evening, i might have to try it myself, for now, unless they expand to weeknights too.
Thanks for the review...your pics always tell a good story.
There seems to be a disconnect between the contents of the review and the overall rating you give the place/title of your post. Lots of misses in there for this place to be called a "diamond in the rough." Or maybe you were referring to the few items that seemed to work?
re: Nootka
Hi Nootka,
Thank you. Yah I was referring to the items that do work (they are stellar - like their great Croissants, most of their Pastries, a variety of Salads, Fried Chicken, etc.). And the "rough" part is pretty much all the items that still need improvement on. There are enough items at Bite that definitely make it a place to stop by if you're in the area. Thanks. :)


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Comic 132
Title: nuts to you - part 2
Date: November 22, 2005
Summary: Steve cunningly avoids his untimely demise.
Onomatopoeias used: "FLING!", "POK!", "BLAM!", "SWELL!", "BLOAT!", "FLOMP!", "CHEW!"
"Fin" style: Made out of acorns
Number of panels: 5
Panel 1
Squirrel: "Any last requests...?"
Steve: "Can I just slowly reach down here and pick up a handful of these convenient projectiles..?"
Squirrel: "I don't see why not... as long as you don't suddenly spin round and throw them in my..."
Panel 2
Steve: (FLING'ing the acorns at the squirrel) "Taste acorn, tree-rat!"
Squirrel: "AKH!"
(Squirrel's gun goes off with a BLAM!)
Panel 3
Squirrel: (face SWELL!-ing and BLOAT!-ing) "My allergies!"
Panel 4
Squirrel's head FLOMP!-s down.
Panel 5
Beaver: (from the outside) "Mon dieu! Elle vole! Elle vole!"
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Bioluminescent assays can be 10- to 1,000-fold more sensitive than fluorescent assays. More information on bioluminescence vs. fluorescence.
In search for a cheap and reliable "hotness"-biosensor, we established a luminescent signaling pathway in E. coli. The receptor and signaling pathway of A. tumefaciens was transferred into E. coli Top 10 cells and connected to a luminescent read-out. The signaling pathway allows for reliable quantification of the inducing molecule acetosyringone, a close relative of capsaicine, the hotness molecule. This project was part of the IGEM 2010 competition.
[Editor's Note: The International Genetically Engineered Machine competition (iGEM) is the premiere undergraduate Synthetic Biology competition. At the beginning of the summer, student teams are given a kit of biological parts from the Registry of Standard Biological Parts. They spend the summer working with their teams at their schools to build biological systems and operate them in living cells.]
F. Haenisch*, J. Aretz*, E. Brombacher*, N. Kessler*, N. C. Lübke*, J. Marschall*, A. Neshat*, S. Unthan*, F. Walter*, T. Wolf*, C. Rückert, J. Kalinowski and K. Niehaus
*These authors contributed equally to this work.
Center for Biotechnology, Bielefeld University, Bielefeld, Germany
The model organism Agrobacterium tumefaciens is a soil bacterium and the causative agent of the crown gall disease in dicotyledonous plant species(1)
. The VirA receptor of A. tumefaciens recognizes phenols and initiates a signal transduction cascade for the expression of virulence (vir) genes. The initiation of an infection is controlled by a two-component system comprised of the transmembrane-bound sensor (VirA ) and the intracellular response regulator (VirG; (1)
). Upon activation by phenol 3,5-dimethoxyacetophenone (acetosyringone), the histidine kinase VirA is autophosphorylated at its His-474 residue (3)
; the phosphor is then transferred to VirG(4)
(Figure 1). VirG acts as a transcription factor and binds to a promoter containing the virulence box (vir Box); for example, the virB promoter(4)
In A. thumefaciens, the VirA receptor is located in the inner membrane with a loop structure in the periplasmatic space. The ligand acetosyringone (AS) activates VirA. After autophosphorylation of VirA the phosphate is transferred to the response regulator VirG.
The aim of our project was to transfer the very specific recognition and signaling mechanisms of A. tumefaciens into a standard expression system. We subcloned virA and virG into the E. coli TOP10 cells. To exclude a coactivation of other A. tumefaciens pathways, we also subcloned the inducible promoter virB. All the plasmid constructs we generated were conform using the guidelines of the BioBrick standard, and thus, can be assembled easily in any chosen order.
We built a BioBrick with a luminescent read out system to quantify the target substance. For this purpose the virG inducible and vir box-containing promotor virB were cloned upstream of the firefly luciferase gene.
To design a new biosensor based on the receptor binding site of VirA a proof of principle had to be established. We used the native ligand of VirA, the phenol acetosyringone, to induce a luciferase-based light signal in E.coli (Figure 2).
Construct contains constitutive expression promotors for the two component receptor system (virA + virG), the two component system as well as the luciferase gene under control of the inducible virB promotor. Ligand binding to the VirA receptor initiates the internal signal transduction cascade through VirG phosphorylation. Activated transcription factor VirG binds to the vir Box containing Promotor virB. Luciferase expression occurs relative to the initial VirA ligand concentration. Gene numbers describing the database reference number of BioBrick database.
The insert was digested with XbaI and PstI and the pGL4.10[luc2] vector was digested with SpeI and PstI according to standard protocols. Following digestion, the vector was phosphorylated using shrimp alcaline phosphatase, cleaned with a PCR clean-up kit and then ligated with the BioBrick insert (Figure 3).
Choosing the restriction sites of both inserts enables the right orientation of the BioBrick parts.
E. coli Top 10 glycerol stocks were transformed with the pGL4.10[luc2]-BioBrick construct and cultivated with appropriate antibiotics at 37°C with shaking at 175 rpm. The handling of the bacterial culture depends on the read out-strategy that will be used.
For luciferase detection we used the Promega Luciferase Assay System according to the manufacturer's protocol. Bacterial cells were lysed in a high salt buffer (1M K2HPO4, 20mM EDTA, pH 7.8). Ninety microliters of the sample was exposed to one freeze-thaw cycle at –80°C. Following the freeze-thaw cycle, 300µl of freshly prepared lysis mix (1X Cell Culture Lysis Reagent, 1.25mg/ ml lysozyme, 2.5mg/ml BSA) was added and mixed. The luminescent signal was detected using the Promega GloMax®-Multi Detection System with dual injector. (Injection volume of Luciferase Assay Reagent: 100µl, delay: 20 seconds, Integration: 3 seconds).
We established the complete VirA/G signaling system from A. tumefaciens in E. coli. A basal expression of luciferase without any acetosyringone induction could be obtained. After adding 50µM and 150µM of acetosyringone, we measured and characterized an induction signal using the reporter genes mRFP and luciferase. Induction with acetosyringone resulted in an increase in luciferase expression levels (compared to the basal expression; Figure 4).
Blue line: no induction, the basal expression of the luciferase can be seen, red line: induction with 50μM acetosyringone, green line: induction with 150μM acetosyringone. Measurements took place after growing the cells in shaking flasks.
To characterize the luciferase expression response to acetosyringone induction, we calculated a fitting curve. Following the approach described in Nelson et al. (8)
, we used a dose response function and a logistic equation(1)
for the data calculation of the receptor system. The luminescent response was proportional to the concentration of acetosyringone used for induction(3)
Dataset is normalized to a reference shaker flask cultivation without induction and to the timepoint t = 0. Every datapoint is the average value from three biological replicates. Switching point (50% of maximum induction) occurs at acetosyringone concentration of 31.5μM and at 100% induction the luciferase light signal is increased two times compared to the uninduced status.
Next we created three new BioBricks containing the virA, virG or vir promoter. We also tried to create a light signal that is visible to the naked eye. For this purpose we added genetic amplifiers (Cambridge, iGEM 2007, amplifier project) to our luciferase BioBrick. This amplified luciferase read out was coupled with the VirA/G signaling system to visualize the induction behavior. Although the amplifiers gave visible luciferase readout, the basal expression of the vir promoter was also amplified. Due to the strong amplification of both the basal expression and the induced expression, the VirA/G system could not be clearly distinguished from uninduced samples (Figure 6).
The read out system was modified using a sensitivity tuner based amplification
In this project we established an E.coli-based biosensor that is capable of sensing and measuring acetosyringone induction. Besides the functionality of the VirA/VirG two component system in E.coli, which was shown previously by Jung et al. (9)
, we combined the signaling pathway with a luciferase-based read out system. We further demonstrated that the luciferase intensity correlated with the concentration of acetosysringone used to induce the cells. When this data was fitted to a dose-response curve, it was shown to be in close relation to the expected biological function of the receptor. The basal luciferase expression that was present in the uninduced system is the result of a leaking virB promoter. However, when the cells were induced with a saturating concentration of acetosyringone, the luciferase expression was up to twofold higher than for the uninduced state.
Furthermore we provided eight new BioBrick parts to the database, which can be used in prospective projects.
To design a novel biosensor using a directed evolution driven approach to receptor modification, we established an error prone PCR protocol as well as a screening system (data not shown). In the ongoing work we are going to use an iterative process to optimize the receptor specificity and selectivity to closely related phenolic compounds ( e.g., capsaicine).
The iGEM Project was supported by the Center for Biotechnology, CeBiTec at the University Bielefeld, Germany. Additional Project Funding was provided by: BIO.NRW Cluster Biotechnology of federal state of North Rhine-Westfalia, Evonik GmbH, Promega GmbH, PlasmidFactory & Co.KG and A.S.I.
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Build an attractive trestle table for about $100.00, in an hour and a half, using common materials, and minimum number of tools. It is suitable for dining or as a work table. It can can be set up or taken apart in a minute or two, using no tools, and stores compactly.
There are several holes to drill, but absolute precision isn't necessary, and a hand-held drill will work fine.
This version is 30" high, 36" wide, and 80" long. It seats 6 comfortably, and 8 in a pinch. It is also easily re-sized. If you would like material dimensions for other finished sizes, just leave a comment or PM me. Comments and ratings are more than welcome.
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As a professional carpenter, furniture maker, and designer/builder, I see a lot of home carpentry projects that are grossly overbuilt and over-engineered. One of the goals of this Instructable is to avoid the unnecessary overbuilding that I frequently see on this site, and that I see every day working in the residential construction industry. Many of the building methods we (in the US) use today are horribly wasteful despite the advances that have been made in materials science and structural engineering, because most people in the residential building industry, from architects and engineers to carpenters, are mired in tradition, doing things a certain way "because that is how it has always been done", rather than consulting the best available science, or even questioning their own assumptions about "the right way to do it". I don't intend to knock tradition, either. Many of the tricks, techniques, and tools that I use daily are definitely "old-school", but seem to have been forgotten.
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The solid core door is the easiest, most affordable tabletop I can think of.
What did you use for the stain on the trestles? I'm building a dining room table and matching buffet and I want to have a dark brown stain, and I want barely any grain showing as I am using cheap lumber.
Looks great!
This is great! Have you made plans for a table that could fit 8-10, and up to 12?
Can you get these doors for the top in 8ft? I would need about an 8ft long table. Would I just extend the center piece of wood another 1.5 ft? Or do other changes need to be made to extend the length?
Really liked the simplicity of the design - had been looking for a trestle plan to use for the blue pine slab top I was making... works for me - and the wife likes it!
Thanks for the detailed description -
de nada. Thanks for the photos.
can you give me the material dimensions for a 36 wide and 72 long table? thanks!
Finished my smaller version this past weekend. I found a 32" solid core door for $8 that was slightly blemished. I ended up having to cut it down narrower and banding the edges with some pine to make it work in the narrow breakfast nook. The top is 30" X 53".
We love the look of the table. My wife has actually agreed to giving me uninterrupted time in my workshop to build it. You mentioned that you could send adjusted measurements. I am interested in smaller table. Could it be modified for a 36" wide x 48" long table? Could two 12" drop leaf sides be added to the 48" length to make it 72"? What would be the changes for a 36" x 48" table?
Thanks in advance, Scott
Thanks again,
I had a little trouble (measure with care) but because this is a very forgiving design, an adjustment (and an invisible shim) and its just fine. I put it to work right after the third coat of clear-coat was dry, to support my old Singer 301A. Next, a couple benches for it. I did the bed, earlier, and it was a snap. Thanks for these thoughtful plans.
Beautiful table! I want to scale it down to 30"-32" wide and 6' long. Can you advise me? Thanks
Order a door of the corresponding size, for this example, a "2-6, 6-0" door.
I love this design, but was wondering your thoughts on using cedar planks for the table top. I have a cedar TNG ceiling on my back porch and was looking to match the ceiling. Any advice would be very much appreciated.
like this
but in wood, not fiberglass.
I just finished (well, almost finished... needs a couple coats of polycrylic) putting together the table, and I am very happy with the results. My wife wanted wider than 36" for the tabletop, so I used a 4' x 6' slab of 3/4" birch plywood with a support frame on the underside (see picture). Per your advice, I also drove in four screws to increase the stability and security. Overall, it was more difficult than assembling the bed frames (of which I've now made three), but it was definitely manageable. Your instructions are easy to follow, and the pictures always cleared up any questions that I had.
Thanks for posting these, and I can't wait to see if/when you post the instructions for the chair.
I'm building this table for use in my dining room, but I concerns about the stability. I have a two and four year old who will likely run around, hang on, bump into, and (in many other manners) abuse the table. I'm worried that since it's only kept in place with the unglued dowels, that they might loose the table top from the legs and hurt themselves or others. Can you speak to its sturdiness and/or offer advice to make it more stable. I don't mind losing the ability to easily disassemble in favor of greater stability.
I am looking to make a stand up desk. I work from home so the desk needs to be sturdy enough to carry both of my iMacs which together are 51lbs and little stuff here and there. Would this table be sturdy enough?
Also taken you up in your offer and if you think this would be a sturdy enough desk, what would be the material dimensions for a desk 39" high, 65" long and 30" wide (if leaving it 36" wide makes it easier I don't mind, I know at Home Depot you can special order any size door).


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How ass-backwards is this ****?Last week's controversy surrounding Rep. Todd Akin (R-Mo.) and his comments on "legitimate rape" caused a firestorm in the U.S. political scene, but one lawyer chose to light a related issue often ignored the legal struggles of raped women who decide to keep their babies.
Akin suggested last Sunday that women's bodies could prevent pregnancies in cases of "legitimate rape," a statement for which he later apologized, but not before a large section of the GOP, including presidential candidate Mitt Romney, asked him to step down from his campaign for the Missouri Senate race.
The remark stemmed from a debate on abortion, which Akin and many Republicans want to make illegal in most cases, including those of rape. In response to Akin's statement, a woman who was raped and decided to give birth to her baby, and now works as a lawyer, revealed that rapists in 31 states retain the same custody and visitation rights over the children they conceive through rape as do regular fathers.
"Eight years after my rape, I find myself on trial against ignorance again. Rep. Todd Akin's recent comments that 'legitimate rape' rarely results in pregnancy not only flout scientific fact but, for me, cut deeper. Akin has de-legitimized my rape," said Shauna R. Prewitt a lawyer in Chicago in a piece for CNN.
"You see, nine months after my rape, I gave birth to a beautiful little girl. You could say she was conceived in rape; she was. But she is also so much more than her beginnings. I blissfully believed that after I finally had decided to give birth to and to raise my daughter, life would be all roses and endless days at the playground. I was wrong again," she added.
Prewitt revealed that what she discovered was that the majority of U.S. states, 31 in total, have no laws that prohibit a rapist from exercising custodial rights. A woman is forced to risk her own legal rights to have the rapist brought to trial in exchange for the man dropping his interests in interacting with the child.
She further dismissed the belief that no rapist would dare ask for parental rights for a child he fathered, citing her own experience and detailing the legal battles she had to go through.


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