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For the crew of the Stolt Valor, the pulsing thump of chopper blades will always sound like freedom. On November 16, 2008, 62 days after the ship was taken, a helicopter piloted by security contractors dropped a bag of cash into the water next to the tanker. The pirates confirmed delivery of $2.5 million. Then they stepped into their skiffs and motored toward their base at the port of Eyl under a full moon. The ordeal was over.
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Getting the money is one thing; getting away with it is another. The pirates must count the ransom and, assuming it tallies, free the crew and disembark without getting shot by surrounding warships. The authorities' cooperation isn't guaranteed: After the Ponant handoff, helicopters pursued the fleeing pirates. Dangers abound even if all parties act in good faith. After the MV Faina was released, a pirate team drowned when its boat capsized in turbulent waters. Their bodies washed up on nearby beaches with large bundles of cash tucked into their clothing.
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Security personnel can take in as much as pirates when a hijack is resolved. It costs $1 million just for the drop. Armed guards, expert planners, daily outlays, legal fees, and other expenses are extra. With opportunities for private security waning in Iraq, the Somali coast is the new promised land.
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1) Make contact and deliver an advance on the ransom. 2) Meet via satellite phone to discuss terms. 3) Mediate among pirates, shipper, and insurer. 4) Drop money and collect your fee.
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How were you treated by the attackers? We spoke every day, but I had no assurance we'd be freed or that they wouldn't kill us if talks broke down.
How did you feel once the situation was resolved? The crew was very happy, but I was worried we might be attacked again. I remained tense until we docked in Muscat.
Will you ever sail through the Gulf of Aden again? I will try to avoid it, but the route my vessel takes depends on the charter I receive.
Prabhat Goyal is the captain of the Stolt Valor.
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ImmigrationDetailed list of 1,300 alleged illegal immigrants circulated in Utah
An anonymous group circulated a list containing the names and personal information of 1,300 people, whom the anonymous group contends are illegal immigrants, to government agencies and news outlets in Utah; most of the names on the list are of Hispanic origin; the list contains highly detailed personal information such as Social Security numbers, birth dates, workplaces, addresses, and phone numbers; names of children are included, along with due dates of pregnant women on the list; the group demands that the people on the list be deported immediately; Governor Gary Herbert ordered an investigation; Utah's Hispanic community terrified
Rallies such as this have prompted an unknown group to release a list of 1,300 illegal aliens, complete with names, addresses and even Social Security numbers // Source: blogspot.com
Some may describe this as performing a civic responsibility, others may say it smacks of vigilantism: A list containing the names and personal information of 1,300 people whom an anonymous group contends are illegal immigrants has been mailed around Utah, terrifying the state's Hispanic community.
Republican governor Gary Herbert wrote in a tweet Tuesday that he has asked state agencies to investigate the dissemination of the list — sent anonymously to several media outlets, and law enforcement and state agencies. A letter accompanying the list demands that those on it be deported immediately.
Fox News reports that most of the names on the list are of Hispanic origin. The list also contains highly detailed personal information such as Social Security numbers, birth dates, workplaces, addresses, and phone numbers. Names of children are included, along with due dates of pregnant women on the list.
"My phone has been ringing nonstop since this morning with people finding out they're on the list," said Tony Yapias, former director of the Utah Office of Hispanic Affairs. "They're feeling terrorized. They're very scared."
The list's release comes as several conservative Utah lawmakers consider sponsoring a tough new illegal immigration law similar to the one passed recently in Arizona.
Arizona's law, which takes effect 29 July, directs police enforcing other laws to ask about a suspect's immigration status if there is reason to believe the person is in the United States illegally.
The Obama administration sued Arizona last week to prevent the law from taking effect, arguing that the state is impinging on federal responsibilities for dealing with immigration.
Herbert has said a new immigration law likely will be passed when lawmakers convene in January, although he said it may be different from Arizona's.
The letter included a long recipient list, including newspapers, broadcast outlets, the Associated Press, law enforcement and state agencies, various Utah officials, and DHS. The letters began arriving in mailboxes in recent days.
Dave Lewis, communication director for the state Department of Workforce Services, said his agency did not receive a copy of the list from the governor's office until late Tuesday. "We've got some people in our technology department looking at it right now," he said. "It's a high priority. We want to figure out the how's and why's."
He said his agency is one of several with access to the information included in the list.
The letter says some names on the list were sent to the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) office in Salt Lake City in April. It says the new list includes new names, for a total of more than 1,300.
Included with the new letter is one dated 4 April addressed to "Customs and Immigration" and from "Concerned Citizens of the United States."
Fox News reports that in the April letter, the writers say their group "observes these individuals in our neighborhoods, driving on our streets, working in our stores, attending our schools and entering our public welfare buildings."
"We then spend the time and effort needed to gather information along with legal Mexican nationals who infiltrate their social networks and help us obtain the necessary information we need to add them to our list," the letter says.
Agency spokeswoman Virginia Kice said ICE received a copy of the list, but she declined to say whether it is investigating the immigration status of the people on it. "As a matter of policy, we don't confirm we are investigating an allegation or possible violation unless the inquiry results in some type of public enforcement action," Kice said.
She noted that because ICE has finite resources, it focuses its efforts "first on those dangerous convicted criminal aliens who present the greatest risk to the security of our communities, not sweeps or raids to target undocumented immigrants indiscriminately."
Kice added that the agency has had a means for the public to report suspected criminal activity for several years — a 24-hour tip line staffed by trained enforcement personnel.


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Deontay More out of control has marked Tyson Rage 'a comedian' in front of the American's rematch against Luis Ortiz on Saturday. More stunning puts his WBC heavyweight belt on hold again against Ortiz at the MGM Fabulous in Las Vegas, in the wake of beating the Cuban by means of a tenth round Technical knockout win in Spring a year ago.
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More out of control, 34, additionally started the mind games against Fierceness, saying he was not stressed over him and referencing the slices to his eye the 31-year-old got in his consistent choice triumph over Otto Wallin back in September.
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Rage reported in July that his rematch against More out of control will occur on February 22, 2020. The Vagabond Lord beat Sweden's Otto Wallin on September 14 out of a tiring fight. The Bronze Aircraft is set to shield his WBC title against Luis Ortiz on November 23 at the MGM Fabulous in Las Vegas. The two will at that point conflict by and by giving More stunning gets through his battle solid.
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The first bout was held at the Staples Center in LA in December 2018. The location for the rematch is yet to be confirmed but it will likely be on American soil again. Wilder will be putting his WBC belt on the line and hasn't fought outside the US since 2014. The MGM Grand in Las Vegas, where Fury beat Tom Schwarz in June, and the Barclays Center in Brooklyn are the favourites to host the mouthwatering clash.
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The two superstars produced a thrilling encounter in Los Angeles last December, clashing in an epic draw. They both played their last match between each other. And soon they will paly rematch again. We already know the news of the rematch between Deontay Wilder vs Tyson Fury. The date is not so far.
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Firm, intense dry red, with notes of slightly tart cranberries, earth and slightly oxidative notes. I also detected a faint touch of bandaid on first sniff, though it seemed to disappear within a few minutes. Finishes with tart acidity and firm tannin. Agree with JS, this wine would benefit from decanting...or a few years in bottle. In any case, a fine, distinctive aglianco. Tasted Dec 2013. Re-tastied Oct 2014, notes are consistent except the wine seems a bit more mellow...upgrading to 90pts. Excellent!
Great producer of both whites and reds from Southern Italy. This is textbook Aglianico - medium bodied with herbs, smoked cherries, black licorice, burnt rubber and black pepper. High acid ads a little nip to the finish. Nice structure throughout.
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Classic Italian wine that comes from a region south of Naples, Italy. Very impressive wine for the price. Will get better after some decanting. Tasted December 2013.


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Hello David. Excellent review, especially the the use of the Bullshit Song from The Return Of Captain Invincible. I love it to death, it so perfectly encapsulates my feeling on certain films (i.e. Bayformers) I asked you this on the TGWTG comments and I don't mean to be annoying, but will you do an Amazing Spider-Man Review while it's still in theaters?
Ah yes, Prometheus. Bad in its own special way. FilmFreakCentral's Walter Shad did an excellent evisceration of that movie. http://www.filmfreakcentral.net/ffc/2012/06/prometheus.html
A fine closing to your series. Hopefully, Amazing won't suck. I'm expecting that it will and I'm not expecting to see it in theaters but I'd love to be wrong.
I saw The Amazing Spiderman today and it's was so derivative of what Marvel has already done it proves that the execs behind the film really must think their audience is that stupid and given the box office numbers, they are right.


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Now concerning the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ and our being gathered together to him, we ask you, brothers, 2not to be quickly shaken in mind or alarmed, either by a spirit or a spoken word, or a letter seeming to be from us, to the effect that the day of the Lord has come. 3Let no one deceive you in any way. For that day will not come, unless the rebellion comes first, and the man of lawlessness is revealed, the son of destruction, 4who opposes and exalts himself against every so-called god or object of worship, so that he takes his seat in the temple of God, proclaiming himself to be God. 5Do you not remember that when I was still with you I told you these things? 6And you know what is restraining him now so that he may be revealed in his time. 7For the mystery of lawlessness is already at work. Only he who now restrains it will do so until he is out of the way. (2 Thessalonians 2:1-7).
I posted the full passage so that you can read the main verse under discussion today in context. For the mystery of lawlessness is already at work. Only he who now restrains it will do so until he is out of the way.
The Second Letter to the Thessalonians was a very early letter. Paul wrote it in about AD 51, just a few months after he had written his first letter to the church at Thessalonika. In his first letter to the Thessalonians, Paul had obviously spent some time teaching the new Christians in their new church about the end times. Now, there's proof positive that eschatology is not only for the mature, nor is it a marginal doctrine to be learned after all the other, more important doctrines have been taught. Paul launched right in to teaching about the rapture and the Day of the LORD (The Tribulation) to the newest Christians. He reminded them in the 2nd letter about the important points, probably to refute false teachers who had come in to tell the Thessalonians that the Day of the LORD had come.
By the way, this is another proof the rapture will happen before the Tribulation. If the sequence of events was that the rapture happens at the end of the Day of the LORD, why were the Thessalonians so concerned and sought Paul's advice? They should have been happy. And encouraged.
Why did Paul have to calm them down and remind them of what he had already taught? And further, the pre-tribulation rapture was supposed to be an encouragement. (1 Thessalonians 4:18) if the sequence was post-tribulation rapture then they should have been encouraged, not concerned, becuase it was almost here.
Today's verse involves the One who restrains. In the passage above, Paul is describing someone who is powerful enough to restrain the man of Sin (antichrist) and to restrain sin itself. Who is powerful enough to do that? No human, certainly. The Holy Spirit.
Paul is saying here that when the Holy Spirit ceases His ministry of restraining sin, the Man of Perdition will be revealed. The Tribulation will come into full swing.
Barnes' Notes describes the restraining ministry's effect:
It was some power which operated as a check on the growing corruptions then existing, and which prevented their full development, but which was to be removed at no distant period, and whose removal would give an opportunity for these corruptions to develop themselves, and for the full revelation of the man of sin.
Did you ever stop to think about the restraining power the Spirit does while He is inside of us,the Church, while we are on earth? We hear people say that America is or was "A Christian Nation." No, we never were. But it seemed like we were because so many people were Christians. Many of those were not, of course, but they modeled the precepts and behaved morally because so many other Christians were around. They might have had poor motivations to behave as a Christian, for business purposes, or for a social network, of for help with provision, but nevertheless, they adopted an external morality because that was the way to get along in society. Cultural pressure was brought to bear. The real Christians acted as salt.
We see this in 2 Corinthians 10:15. "We do not boast beyond limit in the labors of others. But our hope is that as your faith increases, our area of influence among you may be greatly enlarged," When the crisis at Corinth as resolved, Paul expanded the ministry to new areas.
Salt is preservative holding back decay. We are that salt. Each Christian with the Holy Spirit in him or her, acts as salt in the world. Salt prevents flesh from putrefying. When the Holy Spirit ceases His major ministry of restraining sin, and then He takes us out of the world in the rapture, each of us as a little salt crystal-Christian will disappear. There will be nothing left to stop the remaining flesh from corrupting. When we are removed the sin of the flesh will blossom, and quickly.
To be sure, the Holy Spirit is the power. We're not. But us as little salt sprinkles around the world…when we AND the Spirit are removed out of the way, pow! Sin will be unrestrained in the world. Just think on it.


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Centrally located in the busy Fremont Street Experience, "The D" Hotel & Casino has a sexy, contemporary vibe. Its moniker – "The D Las Vegas" – pays tribute to its location in the downtown scene as well as representing the Detroit roots of its owners.
Réalisations-Montréal was invited to work on a modern visual look with retro "Vintage Vegas" accents evoking the almost centennial history of Sin City. The makeover of Downtown, or "Old" Las Vegas, into a major tourist attraction triggered several major hotel renovations, including the transformation of the old Fitzgerald's Casino & Hotel into what is now The D Las Vegas.
Credits: video: Réalisations-Montréal / music: Frenic and Anitek (source: freemusicarchive.org, CC License)
2013- The D Hotel and Casino ranked among the the top 10 hotel renovations in Forbes' magazine.


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Ford (NYSE:F) announced today that it will increase its quarterly dividend to $0.10 per share, double what it paid out in each quarter of 2012.
At the automaker's current share price of $13.80, this news moves the company's annual dividend yield to approximately 3%. That beats GM's (NYSE:GM) 0% yield, Toyota's (NYSE:TM) 1.4% yield, and Honda's (NYSE:HMC) 2.7% yield.
According to Ford CFO Bob Shanks, "Our ability to double our dividend in one year is a testament to our One Ford plan, which has enabled us to maintain a solid balance sheet, while at the same time growing our business to provide our shareholders with more return on their investments."
The new Q1 2013 dividend will be payable on March 1 to all shareholders of record on Jan. 30
Before the Great Recession and corporate car troubles, Ford had offered shareholders $0.10 quarterly dividends, but halved that amount in late 2006. It paid no dividend from 2007 through 2011 and kicked back in with $0.05 per share in March 2012.


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Where do I want to eat when I want someone else to cook for me?
The answer for this post didn't come easily at all, but if I had to pick...
I would absolutely have to pick The Tasty. Debuting earlier this year as a highly anticipated Philly vegan diner, The Tasty has gained momentum and is now traveling at warp speed into the realms of plant based deliciousness. They've expanded their already amazing offerings to specialty coffee drinks, baked goods, and seasonal specials. Everything on their menu echoes what one would find at a regular diner in and around the area: sandwiches, waffles, omelets, breakfast sandwiches, pancakes, salads and appetizers. It's immensely satisfying to be able to go eat brunch or breakfast somewhere when, as a vegan, eating those meals out is very difficult at mainstream restaurants.
I can only picture my sad breakfast options at other diners: fruit cups, dry toast, bagels, and maybe oatmeal if it's made without milk or butter. I guess you can technically count hash browns, but they are so often contaminated by shared cooking surfaces that they don't really appeal to me anymore. 😥
So when I visit The Tasty (pretty often), I usually go for veganized omelets or tofu scrambles of delicious veggies, non-dairy cheese and vegan meat subs. These aren't items I use at home very often, so I figure why not go all out if I'm not cooking? 😏
I snapped a photo for you of their spinach and soysauge omelet. It's absolutely to die for if you like savory spices, caramelized onions, and fresh spinach glued together by vegan mozzarella and pillowed by the most soft and fluffy egg-free omelet you've ever dreamed of. I think it's a mixture of chickpea flour and tofu judging by the texture, but I could be wrong! 😜
If the omelet isn't enough food, they pile home fries on the other half of the plate for good measure. They're crispy and soft at the same time, just the way I like them. They're also seasoned with something wonderful, so every bite you take is going to be a good one. There are many more amazing dishes on the menu that I've had before. Here are a few of them to tempt you: vegan mozzarella sticks, Caesar salad, breakfast burrito, PB&J french toast, biscuits and gravy, tater tots...you get the idea.
Heading over to Philly yet? I'll be back next week. 😉🐷
I had to give you some close ups...mmmm.
The second photo shows a huge glorious piece of caramelized onion. 😍👄
There are also lots of awesome things to look at inside and outside of The Tasty. Their sandwich board is always on point, which you can see from the first photo I featured. They also have a parade of dogs walking outside when it's nice out. You can't beat that.
Inside, there are whimsical decorations that seem to be things that you may find in either your grandmother's house or your friendly punk's house. There are also some cute handmade art pieces like this adorable clock.
The winking toast is everywhere, too. I like to think that they're congratulating me on my meal decision. 🍞😉
They also serve coffee in mismatched mugs that you might find in your own cupboard, which is a nice homey touch. The staff and owners are very friendly too, so make sure you say hi and ask for their recommendations! This place is just about as comfortable as going to a friend's place for brunch (or whatever meal you choose).
Next time you're in Philly, make sure to give The Tasty a try. Try not to order the whole menu at once. 😜
MoFo Day 29: Homemade Macro Bars
What would I take on a vegan road trip?
Macro Bars!
Macro Bars are my absolute favorite of all vegan packaged energy bars. Believe me. I've tried almost all of them. I've also had my phase with some of the best quality ones out there for the price. A little more than a year ago, I finally decided to commit myself to Macro Bars.
I had tried them in the past and loved them, but always found them to be a bit too pricey for me. However, after buying other brands that barely filled me up or left me with a sugar crash, I decided that paying the extra however many cents was totally worth investing in Macro Bars.
These babies are not only delicious, but they're filling! For a vegan on the go, this is an important quality in a bar. If you can't fill up on one of these in between meals, you will be miserable and starving. I've managed to run 8+ hours on just one of these bars alone. They really are a meal replacement, especially if they contain protein.
I decided to try to create my own Macro Bar at home. The ingredient list is pretty short and simple, which is another reason why I love them. They don't have any artificial fillers, soy isolate, or any preservatives. They're very easy to digest and they come in many different flavors to suit your mood and palate. They even have nut-free flavors for those with allergies! ^_^
Whether you're in the car for short or long periods of time, I think having these in your back seat will be a good comfort. Instead of having to stop at a fast food place and order questionable french fries, you can munch on one of these and be totally satisfied for hours! Plus, they're delicious and kind of taste like a peanut butter cup!
I chose one of my favorite flavors to recreate (and their most popular): Protein Pleasure (peanut butter chocolate chip). It's abolutely delicious, rich and decadent without being too sweet. Sounds like a winner to me! If you have a peanut allergy, definitely sub the peanut butter/peanuts with sunflower butter/seeds. That sounds like it would be just as delicious. You can go ahead and save me one, too. ;)
Homemade Macro Bars
Yield: about 8-10 bars (depending how you cut them)
Free of: Soy*, Gluten, Nut*
*Sub soy-free chocolate chips and seeds/seed butter
MoFo 27: Spiced Rice & Nut Clusters
Today's Vegan MoFo prompt intersects with another promotion I'm contributing to: Nuts.com is featuring healthy tailgating snacks! This recipe is a big of flavor with a combination of my favorite spices and low sugar, gluten-free, healthy fats that will be your best friend when you need something healthy on the go. I know how frustrating it is being stuck anywhere without something healthy to eat that's readily available. I always try to travel with trail mix or other whole food snacks to satiate my hunger until the next meal. Why not add some amazing fall spices in while you're at it? ;)
The spices I'm featuring today are: caradamom, cinnamon, allspice, cloves and ginger. These spices are always in my pantry at the ready for use in baking, cooking, sprinkling, you name it. I'd probably say that cinnamon is my absolute favorite spice of them all. But, since I've been making a lot of things with just cinnamon in them, I wanted to mix it up a little! I mixed all the spices that I like from masala chai with the addition of allspice, which I love! I like to use allspice in savory dishes sometimes as well, especially in chili, curry, and sometimes pho broth. When I mixed all the spices together and toasted them in the oven, they gave off an amazingly warm aroma that reminded me of the holidays. What a great thing to look forward to! ^_^
I guarantee if you whip these rice and nut clusters out at a game, bring them to a get-together, or give them to a friend as a gift, everyone will be blown away by how amazing they smell. Go ahead and share them with everybody. Spread the healthy love! <3
Spiced Rice & Nut Clusters
Yield: 3-4 cups
Free of: Gluten, Refined Sugar, Soy (You can substitute mixed seeds for the nuts if you need to! It will be just as delicious!)
To see Nuts.com's awesome variety of healthy snacks (and some specifically vegan), click here! They're also a great source of bulk items from candy to nuts, seeds and fruit. Definitely worth checking out! ^_^
My post for today is brief: simple & sweet.
When I eat fresh produce at the end of the summer, I like to keep my recipes uncomplicated. I like to use the late summer fruits and vegetables as quickly as I can. This way, my dishes stay fresh and flavorful and nutritious. The chill of autumn is already in air where I live, so I'm glad I could savor a little bit of summer before I transition into more hearty cooking methods.
This stacked salad that I made is just a hodge podge of fresh ingredients that I found: local organic heirloom tomatoes (they're wonderful!), olive oil marinated baby kale, raw red onion and raw garlic all nestled in between layers of the easiest chickpea salad I've ever made. Chickpea salad is one of those recipes that vegans love to bring to summer barbeques or picnics because it's easy, fast and totally versatile! It's also an easy sell to those who aren't vegan: it's chickpeas in a may-like dressing with some diced veggies! Who could say no?
Well, people who don't like chickpeas, I guess...
My chickpea salad is only 4 ingredients! Well, it's technically 5 if you count water.
This recipe calls for no super-processed ingredients and is very healthy! It's also oil-free but still super creamy. I love the base dressing. I first learned how to make it from binge watching Naturally Delicious by Ann Gentry when I first became vegan. I found her show on television one day and was so stoked that I had "discovered" a vegan cooking show. Little did I know, Ann Gentry is a huge deal. I did learn quite a bit from her instructions. This recipe is my top take-away!
It's a bit of a "dressing hack", if I can say those two words together without sounding too dorky. ^_^'
Easy Chickpea Salad
Serves: approx 4-6 people
Free of: nuts, sugar, oil, gluten, soy*
*Use chickpea miso if you need! The more chickpea, the better, right?
Late Summer Sangria
Yield: Approx. 5 cups
*NOT alcohol-free!*
You may sub the red wine for an alcohol-free wine, grape juice, or other juice of your choice!
Feel free to mix up the fruits, too!
Colorado and Utah
About a month ago, my boyfriend and I took an amazing trip to Colorado and Utah. We only dabbled in Utah for a short while and mostly stayed in Colorado. Most of our trip consisted of driving which is why my photos are landscapes, landscapes and more landscapes! Since it was my first time exploring the inland part of the Western U.S., I was a bit in awe of the drastic differences in climate that I experienced. I remember experiencing some form of snow at least once a day during the week that we were traveling. Some days would drop 20 degrees and then spike back up again. Rain followed us through the mountains and often turned to snow or sleet. The desert was the most interesting, as it was dry, sunny, and hot with a cold breeze. I loved it!
I also ate some pretty interesting food while on the road. We stayed in a different place for each night, which gave us plenty of opportunity to explore local food options (or, eat Asian fusion for 3 nights in a row because that was the best vegan option in town). Luckily, we found some awesome markets (and the ever-faithful Whole Foods) on the road that supplied us with breakfast, snacks, etc. I'm glad I can highlight some of the food gems that we found on our trip for you. Hopefully this will entice you to visit the area one day...it's amazingly beautiful. It's definitely somewhere I'd love to go again.
Vegan Adventures in Colorado & Utah
The Beet Box Bakery & Cafe
Denver, CO
The Beet Box is such an amazing cafe which quite an unassuming appearance. When I first found their menu online, I freaked out. "This is what I would make for my own cafe!" Boy, was I totally right.
The pastries the Beet Box keeps in their case are different from day to day. They always make everything fresh and in house, including their breads. The first thing I got was a sandwich as I was famished from not eating on the plane ride (yes, this was our first stop after getting off the plane!).
Yes, I was quite pleased with my decision. This is a delicious sandwich that I wish I had created. Gluten-free bread, hummus, onion, radish, apple, cucumber and butter lettuce. My God.
Among the other delicious things we ate there (a total of two trips, I promise!) were cinnamon scones, a strawberry fruit tart, roasted beet sandwich, curry cauliflower croissant, and a cashew cheese mushroom panini. Definitely a spot I would hit up any time of day if you're in Denver looking for vegan eats.
Happy Leaf Kombucha
Denver, CO
Up next is a small kombucha bar and cafe in Denver called Happy Leaf Kombucha. Their cafe was amazing in its aesthetic. Their bar and tables were all rustic woods. The art on the walls was the most impressive that I've seen for sale locally in a long time. We stopped in here to get a light snack and some kombucha, since I'm a big kombucha fan. I'm used to drinking GT Dave's , which is delicious, but it isn't on tap!
I must say I was a huge fan of Happy Leaf's product. The kombucha was totally clear and very easy to drink. It didn't sting as much as any other bottled kombucha I've had before. The flavor was subtle as well without too much sweetness.
We ate some homemade hummus while we were there, which was delicious and fresh. They had a soup on special that day as well. It was spicy, smooth, and not too overpowering. A great find.
City O' City
Denver, CO
One of the most impressive vegetarian restaurants I've ever been to, hands down, is this wonderful place. City O' City had a great vibe. It was hip, casual yet smart, modern yet comfortable, and inventive yet accessible in their food and beverage offerings.
We went here for dinner the very first night we spent in the city after coming in on the plane that morning. We had received a recommendation for this place and we were so hungry that we went over immediately. After dark, the restaurant dims the lights for a very private sensual feel. This place is kind of magical; I just don't know what else to say.
The first time I ate at City O' City, I got a savory waffle for dinner because why not?! Waffles are things that I seldom make for myself, but I really do love them. I was definitely not disappointed. This waffle was insane. It was a dense, almost cornbread-like batter with thinly peeled spring vegetables on top that had been sauteed lightly. To top the whole thing off, they poured a vegan cheese fondue over everything. The cheese was thin in texture so it didn't overwhelm the dish at all. Genius.
The second time (yes, we went here twice as well) we went to City O' City was the very last day on our trip. We stayed in Denver for the entire day because our flight was overnight, so we took our time with breakfast. Always a treat.
I couldn't help myself. I got a waffle again! This waffle was the WoW (waffle of the week!!!). It was a cinnamon raisin waffle topped with granola, vegan cream cheese, and orange peel. Absolutely to die for. Oh, and we also found Sasquatch. This place has everything you could ever want, so just go and enjoy. <3
During our travels through the mountains and desert, we had to eat on the go a lot. I'm sure you all know how tricky this can be for plant based eaters and those with dietary restrictions. We had a surprisingly easy time finding things! There were an abundance of Asian restaurants in every major town we drove through, which always had at least a few vegetarian options. Some places were better than others. These summer rolls were one of the better things we found. ^_^
We also had to make some stops while driving for snacks. We were so lucky to find small and big businesses that offered vegan options for quick food. Oddly enough, we consumed a lot of freshly pressed juices on our trip. I was afraid I wouldn't be able to eat many vegetables while on the road. What a worry wort.
I also grabbed a fair amount of kombucha from the store in addition to those that I got on tap. What can I say? I'm addicted to it.
My boyfriend is kind of a barista (like, kind of). ;)
So, while we traveled, we tried different coffee shops in search of delicious espresso and coffee to keep us energized. Just like with the Asian restaurants, some of the coffee shops were better than others. We found some surprisingly good cups of coffee while on the road, though. It was such an exciting moment to find one that really hit the spot. Some of the notable shops we found were Corvus Coffee and Deja Brew among others.
Voodoo Doughnuts
Denver, CO
About a year ago, I visited my very fist Voodoo Doughnuts location in Portland. I am certianly a lucky gal to have the pleasure of visiting another location a year later. The Voodoo in Denver seemed to have a slightly larger selection of vegan doughnuts, although it could have just been the time of day that we dropped by. My boyfriend got a fruit loops doughnut (I mean, genius again) and I got a maple cream filled doughnut. I was a bit overwhelmed so I didn't finish the whole thing, but man did I enjoy it!
Overall, I'd say my first experience in Colorado was a success. I got to eat a lot of amazing food, spend time with an amazing guy, and see some amazing natural sights. I climbed stuff, soaked in a hot spring, met some buffalo and horses, met up with some friends, and generally had one of the greatest trips of my life. I'd do it again in a heartbeat!
Here's until the next time that I travel! I won't keep you out of the loop, I promise! In the meantime, go to Denver. It's a rad place. ;D
My Return and Curry Noodles
Well, I'm back. ^_^
I apologize for being so absent for the past couple of months! I found myself wrapped up in life after the holidays came to a close and my blogging has suffered as a result. For that, I am sorry...
The good news is, I haven't stopped cooking! I have managed to remain active on Instagram to prove that I'm still alive and munching. As the snow melts, I've found that my palette has changed dramatically. I'm craving light, crispy vegetables like sweet peppers, scallions, and bean sprouts among others. The winter has proved to be long, cold, and dark. I'm through with heavy food! (For now... ;D)
I'm beginning the new season with a light yet satisfying dish with all the flavor in the world. I mean, I can't promise you all the flavor, I suppose. I can, however, promise you as much flavor as I can. And right now, that's quite a bit.
I created this dish (and am still reinventing it often) based off of a delicious plate of food I ate one night in Savannah. I visited this beautiful city in the middle of January while the North East got slammed with a snow storm. I enjoyed a temperate climate, palm trees, noodles, and some good company. (Although, I did come home to a snow shovel. It was still totally worth it!)
I went to a local Asian fusion restaurant called the Flying Monk Noodle Bar. This place is lively, bright, colorful, and hip. The dishes are inspired by all different Asian cuisines. The dish that I made here is a take on their curry noodles, which were so insanely addictive. I may or may not have eaten them more than once in one night... >_>
These noodles were also modeled off a recipe that I found in a massive noodle cookbook/Bible (The World's Best Asian Noodle Recipes). The recipe is called Singapore Mei Fun noodles. I've had a mild obsession with rice noodles lately and I like to put everything with them. This dish is wonderful because it can literally be a junk pile for any and all vegetables that you have lying around. Carrots on the ground? Into the noodles!
The best part of this whole dish is the fact that it is so flavorful. I added and entire tablespoon of curry powder into it...along with many other spices. Feel free to dial back the spice level by omitting the red pepper flakes and (maybe) cutting back on the curry. But, I mean, they're called curry noodles for a reason. If the noodles aren't enough for you, eat more. If you're still hungry after that, maybe consider preparing a protein of your choice to go along with (tempeh, tofu, seitan, edamame, beans, etc.). Oh, and a bottle of sake or soju is always cool too. ^_~
Curry Rice Noodles with Pan Seared Portabella
Yield: approx. 4 servings
Adapted from: Singapore Mei Fun Noodles, The World's Best Asian Noodle Recipes
Vegan Adventures in Portland
For an entire week, I forgave cooking (with one exception of steaming some greens) while I traveled to Oregon for a bit of a spring break. My family decided to reunite for my grandparents' 60th anniversary to show our love and support and, of course, to have a good time! For the first half of the week, I spent my time in the beach town of Newport, which is quaint and serene. After that, my immediate family and I stayed in Portland city proper, where I proceeded to die and reappear in vegan heaven!
Not only is the atmosphere of Portland very hip and relaxed, but its food scene is trendy, adventurous and all-encompassing. You would be hard-pressed to find an establishment that did not have any vegan or at least vegetarian fare. Every neighborhood had its own personality and its own local restaurant scene to match. We tried to get a taste of everything we could, but there is only so much room in your schedule and your stomach. I'm going to highlight some places I went to that I would highly recommend to anyone who visits the city. There are so many other places I want to go...next time. ;)
There was a full breakfast/brunch menu which I took full advantage of. As a vegan living on the East Coast (with the exception of NYC), it's difficult to find decent breakfast or brunch options while dining out. Harlow delivered. They had a great selection of scrambles available with tofu or eggs over rice or quinoa. YUM. They also had house made granola, chia pudding, and pancakes. Needless to say...
These are lemon quinoa pancakes with cashew cream and strawberry compote. They were thin, crispy, not too sweet, and oh so tasty! I also got some house made ginger tea to go with...it was spicy and woke me the hell up!
Whole Foods Market PDX
If you're in need of groceries or a quick bite to eat, take a moment to visit Whole Foods in Portland. The store is beautiful and currently under renovation, which promises more beauty! There is an upstairs cafe, which I've never seen before in a WFM. It was a nice little spot to grab a coffee or fresh pressed juice. The vegan options were pretty good. I happened to spot vegan raspberry rugelach in their tea cookie case, which felt like I had found a rare gem. I had to have. I also bought a Brew Dr. Kombucha, which is a local brand of...you guessed it, kombucha! This is one of my favorite beverages on the planet.
Mother's Bistro
I got yet another amazing breakfast at Mother's Bistro, a pretty well-known restaurant in the Pearl District of Portland. There were plenty of people packed in there on a weekday morning, which is a good sign. I was pleased to see that there was a hearty tofu scramble on the menu. The plate was too hefty for my stomach, but it certainly tempted me to overeat! There's a ton of flavor in this dish from the fresh veggies. The tofu was cooked well, too. I accompanied my meal with a pot of gun powder tea. Perfection.
Voodoo Doughnuts
If you're craving something sweet and cheeky, definitely stop into Voodoo Doughnuts. They've got a huge selection of freshly made doughnuts with attitudes and personalities of their own! Click on the link to their website to see their...creative offerings. =P
They have a good amount of vegan choices, both raised and cake doughnuts to satisfy anyone. I got a simple cake doughnut with chocolate glaze. Even when I could eat conventional doughnuts, I went for the plain cake variety with cinnamon or glaze. I never really got into the raised doughnut scene. This was quite delicious, though. It had a nice texture and a warming mix of spices running through it...mmm!
Our trip would not have been complete without some form of Japanese cuisine. My cousin recommended Biwa, a basement restaurant in a more industrial area of Portland. There were more warehouses and suppliers in this part of town. Biwa is almost hidden, which gives it an "exclusive" appeal.
The food is homestyle Japanese like ramen, grilled mochi, onigiri, and other restaurant staples like sashimi.
There are many items on the menu that can be prepared vegan by request. I loved their small tapas-like portion sizes. We all ordered a few things and then shared with each other. I also found a wonderful drink called a kombucha-hai, which is a shochu cocktail with...you guessed it again, kombucha! I can't get enough, I swear...
Sizzle Pie
My last location is one that I do not have any photos of (sadly!). When we happened upon Sizzle Pie, I was sans camera, which is a terrible state to be in while traveling. My bad.
That didn't stop me from enjoying some of the best vegan pizza I ever hoped to encounter outside of New Jersey/New York! Sizzle Pie is doing something right! Their crust is thin, crispy, and well-seasoned. Actually, the entire pie was seasoned well. There was not one ingredient that was anything close to bland. My pie had vegan ricotta, artichoke, broccoli, spinach, and garlic. Oh goodness.
My mom was on the moon when she saw they offered gluten free crust. To her delight, the crust was amazing. She never has high expectations for gluten free pizza crust since it can be hit or miss in restaurants. But, like I said, Sizzle is doing something, or many things right. Bless 'em!
Before I left Portland, I was fortunate enough to score a vegan wrap at the PDX airport. Oregon even caters to vegans when they're leaving! I will truly miss this awesome city. I'm glad I could enjoy the culture even for a short stretch of time. I'm already planning my trip back in my head! Perhaps next time I'll visit a food truck...or five.
Until next time! ^_^
I'm Jess!
This is my very first food blog! I post revised conventional recipes of foods that I hold near and dear to my heart. My cooking here is all gluten-free and cruelty-free, but full of flavor and comfort.
October 2017


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Cerisy Seminar 2017
Rethinking Our World from the Perspective of Poverty - with Joseph Wresinski
International Seminar from June 6-13 at the Cerisy La-Salle International Cultural Center
Under the direction of Marc Leclerc, Bruno Tardieu and Jean Tonglet, this international seminar brought together over 80 academics, activists in the fight against extreme poverty, and people living in poverty from 15 countries in order to discuss how extreme poverty challenges our way of thinking.
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On the one hundredth anniversary of Joseph Wresinski's birth, ATD Fourth World organized an international seminar to reflect on the implications of Wresinski's writings in today's world.
Through contributions from history, sociology, anthropology, psychology, epistemology, theology, and economics, as well as contributions from the experiences of people living in extreme poverty and those who work alongside them, the following topics were addressed: those excluded from cities in search of their history; the historical moment when the poor became partners with Joseph Wresinski; rethinking responsibility; violence and giving – rethinking human relations; culture and extreme poverty; and epistemological criticism and knowledge. In a joint session, the conference participants and attendees from the ATD Fourth World People's University in Normandy reflected on Wresinski's contributions. They looked at what he brought to each citizen (whether living in extreme poverty or not), and to every societal or political institution, so that they are no longer powerless in the face of extreme poverty.
Wednesday June 7: The City's Outcasts in Search of Their History
Thursday June 8: When People in Poverty Become Partners in History
Friday June 9: Rethinking the Concept of Accountability
Saturday June 10: Violence and the Benevolent Gift: Rethinking Relationships
Sunday June 11: Culture and Extreme Poverty
Monday June 12: Epistemological Critique and Knowledge
Tuesday June 13: Future Courses of Action, Research, and Involvement
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As you may have noticed, planning a wedding is a lot of work! Why not have someone there to help ensure you do not forget any of the important details? Hiring a wedding planner is no longer simply a luxury for couples with limitless budgets.
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I've heard of stories where engaged couples say "Nothing will happen – I have every detail planned out", which to me is a very naive statement to make. If you were going to pay $27,000 for a car, for example (average price of a wedding), you would do your research and due diligence. Couples today don't have time to become educated about weddings so they hire a wedding consultant to do it for them.
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text: http://bit.ly/prculture 856-873-1595 AFRO BORICUA CULTURAL TOURS is the offspring of True Asiatic and Skai Davis, formally of The Yabba Pot Café in Baltimore, MD. True and Skai have already hosted three tours in Puerto Rico and are excited to offer this specialized tour which celebrates the rich African culture that Puerto Rico has melded with. After moving to Puerto Rico in 2009, True and Skai realized that Puerto Rico's African heritage is such an integral part of the larger Puerto Rican society, that they felt it would be exciting to share it, in the form of a package, with the world. Much of what would be considered culturally Puerto Rican is merged with a huge African experience and history. Alma Abreu states that, "The average tourist visiting Puerto Rico never learns about the African history that is vivid and alive throughout the island. Too often, the Spanish and indigenous Taino roots of Puerto Rico are highlighted to tourists while the African heritage is left unspoken. For many years, the Black history of Puerto Rico was even missing from Puerto Rico's history books. Thankfully as a new generation of conscious Puerto Ricans, both Black and mixed explore their African heritage, this erasure is ending." One of our excursions will be to El Museo de Nuestra Raiz Africana (the Museum of our African Roots) located in Old San Juan, Puerto Rico. It is where you can learn about the African cultural influence of Puerto Rico. This heritage is celebrated through paintings, artifacts, documents and photographs. According to the museum brochure, "one of the aims of the museum is to preserve, collect, document and spread the history and culture of Puerto Rico that grew out of the Black population's experience on the island." The museum exhibit is arranged in a chronological order documenting the origin, background and arrival of the African slaves to Puerto Rico. On the first floor the various ethnic groups of the slaves from West and Central Africa are listed such as the Ashanti, Yoruba, Bantu and Congo. There are drawings depicting the middle passage and the brutal treatment of the slaves once on the sugar plantations. Documents and pictures from the 16th and 17th centuries paint a very real picture of the mistreatment of African slaves by the Spaniards, a fact that many Puerto Ricans have failed to acknowledge. African History in Puerto Rico began with the immigration of African Freemen who arrived with Spanish Conquistadors. This article gives the reader a very sincere view of the African and its melding with Puerto Rican Culture: African Aspects of the Puerto Rican Personality by (the late) Dr. Robert A. Martinez, Baruch College. We consider it required reading: http://ipoaa.com/africa_puertorico.htm We will not only attempt to explore the rich African heritage of the island, but we will also engage you in the islands environmental gem....Nature! El Yunque Rainforest gets its name from an Indian spirit Yuquiye, which means "Forest of Clouds, which gave the mountain that dominates the 28,000 acre of tropical forest. It is the only tropical forest in the United States National Forest System. Originally set aside in 1876 by the Spanish Crown, the Forest represents one of the oldest reserves in the Western Hemisphere. With over 240 species (26 species are found nowhere else) of trees and plants, give reason to the government of Puerto Rico to spend a great deal of moneymaking to preserve floral species and animals that are on the verge of extinction. With Robin Phillip, our tour guide, we will embark on a half day hike that follows the track of a 75 year old mountain Railroad built by 2000 men over a period of 4 years to bring electricity to the area by connecting 4 rivers to a 1929 turbine generator still in use today. Learn the secrets of Puerto Rico's lost animals and native people, why we receive one of the world's largest rainfalls and have the cleanest air and water left on earth. Visit one of the most beautiful and remote waterfalls in Puerto Rico where the still virgin fauna offers a peek into the jungles of past times. Weather permitting, scale the rock falls and ascend to a secluded jungle pool for a swim where water is the purest left on the earth. After this hike you will be forever indebted to the earth and all she gives us! Throw in some Night Life, Salsa and Bomba Dancing, Shopping and of course THE BEACH! This Trip will be the most adventurous and educationally uplifting you have ever been on!! Book Your Spot TODAY!


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