Chili’s Menu Vs Applebee’s Menu

When you’re in the mood for a traditional American restaurant with moderate pricing and unique flavor who do you think of? Surprisingly most Americans think of Chili’s or Applebees. But what’s the difference between these two delicious restaurants and which one is better?

Actually these restaurants could be two in the same. The Chili’s menu doesn’t change much from Applebees and if one decided to change the branding you wouldn’t be able to discern a difference. They both offer up traditional entrees like Burgers, Chicken, Ribs, Soups, Salads, Appetizers, Fajitas and both price the dishes about the same. Currently both restaurants are even offering the same exact coupon special – 2 for $20 for the same exact type meal. Now both restaurants are themed differently but the menu, it’s almost all the same to me. I guess it takes your taste buds to do the walking. Continue reading “Chili’s Menu Vs Applebee’s Menu”

The Corner of Pax, West Virginia – Restaurant Review

Pax, West Virginia, is the home of The Corner, formerly known as Kelly’s Korner, a family-owned eatery that serves up some scrumptious country cooking. You won’t find anything fancy on the menu or for a daily special. What you will find is hot dogs, hamburgers, open-faced turkey and roast beef sandwiches, and club sandwiches prepared with TLC, usually accompanied by crisp, hot-from-the-oven French fries or hand-whipped mashed potatoes with homemade gravy.

Breakfast is my favorite meal at Kelly’s. Perfectly cooked eggs, crisp bacon, toast or biscuits (no bagels here) and a steaming cup of coffee. Of course, that’s all after a rousing “Good Morning!” Additionally, there may be pancakes or French toast, all made from scratch like the biscuits. And don’t forget the sausage gravy to cover those biscuits (if you get there before my family eats!). Continue reading “The Corner of Pax, West Virginia – Restaurant Review”

Firecracker Lobster Cooked on the Grill

Though I certainly can’t always afford it, good seafood is one of my favorite things to eat. I’m not big on places like that Long John place that fries everything they serve. But if someone doesn’t mind treating me to dinner, I’m always ordering scallops or shrimp. I’ll get lobster too if it’s done a certain way. I don’t mind having it plain and dipping it in clarified butter. But lobster is such a delicious food by itself; it begs to play with other flavors. One of those flavors lobster loves is that smoky flavor you get from a grill. My gas grill is the perfect device to cook some fresh lobster on.

Every once in a blue moon, that meat truck that comes around my house will have some lobsters that Mr. and Mrs. John Q couldn’t afford to pay for that week. So, they’ll knock 3 dollars off the per-pound price and sell them to another customer while they’re still fresh. I make sure to ask them weekly. When I do get lucky, they go straight out to the grill for their date with destiny. Continue reading “Firecracker Lobster Cooked on the Grill”

The Best Halal Vegetarian Food in Japan

You know what irritates me when I travel? Being a vegan and not finding a good restaurant to satisfy my growling stomach and being a Muslim having to find Halal food is a big task in itself. When I visited Japan I had no idea I’d find vegan restaurants so easily and finding halal restaurants in Japan is a piece of cake nowadays since the government has announced Muslim friendly policies. All I had to do was a simple Google search on the super fast internet in Japan and there was a huge list of Halal Vegetarian restaurants in Japan. Out of the many choices, I found these three the best. Go ahead and read my reviews on these famous Halal restaurants in Japan.

Bejita Hamamatsu

Bejita Cafe offers brown rice and vegetable which is useful for health. To guarantee nourishment and health, they are specific about the cooking process. There are regular dishes, for example, the Month to month Special Kobachi platter” and additionally treats not using ingredients like white sugar, eggs, dairy product. This restaurant also features a Kid’s play area and small shops that sell reliable ingredients from known sources. The overall ambience is very good and the food served is fresh and mouth watering. Continue reading “The Best Halal Vegetarian Food in Japan”

Romantic Italy-Want To Know More Why Italy Is Considered Romantic?

Romantic Getaways In Italy As Perceived By Maria Liberati, Author Of The Basic Art Of Italian Cooking

Today, Bookpleasures.com and Sketchandtravel.com, are pleased to have as its guest, Maria Liberati, supermodel and author of the soon to be released cook- book The Basic Art of Italian Cooking. The cookbook will contain recipes Maria discovered as a guest of various agriturismi (country farms), as well as her family’s vineyard. It also includes her encounters with chefs of some of Italy’s trattoria (dining establishments). In addition, the cookbook contains stories about Maria’s travels around Italy.

Maria is a former Miss Pennslvania and Miss International World, however Maria has confided in me that she wouldn’t consider herself a pageant junkie. It just gave her a great deal of experience and self- confidence. She holds a degree from Temple University in Foreign Languages, and is now in demand by many European type food companies to serve as marketing consultant, as well as spokesperson on TV and in print ads. Continue reading “Romantic Italy-Want To Know More Why Italy Is Considered Romantic?”

My Pinay Craving Took Me to Max’s

My feet took me to Max’s Restaurant at the Bonifacio Global City (BGC) for lunch today. My hunger pangs were asking for something to really satisfy my almost shaking body cells as the clock was striking near 12 noon and I got to grab a meal to nourish my drained energy. Today I wanted a balanced meal (combination of meat and veggies) at a reasonable price.

I was greeted by Haya, the waitress who’s going to serve me. She was friendly but a little slow. I chose the fried chicken and fresh lumpiang ubod meal promo of Max’s Restaurant and ordered a refillable sago’t gulaman for my drinks. My verdict as follows:

Fried Chicken: They gave me a small portion of chicken thigh and a cup of steamed rice. The chicken tasted okay, it was just marinated right and I was able to catch that Max’s fried chicken taste in that small portion of the chicken. The house ketchup this time was not as nice as it was when they still had Jufran ketchup. Now it is sweeter and thicker. I will rate my Max fried chicken 3 stars and 3.5 stars with the house ketchup. Continue reading “My Pinay Craving Took Me to Max’s”

Where To Buy Cakes Near You

Cakes are always present on birthdays for both adults and kids. Thank the Germans for starting the annual celebratory of children’s birthdays with cake which then is called Kinderfest. Although many variations of sweets are eaten around the world for birthdays, candle blowing ritual has unknown exact origin. But theories from Greek origin explains that placing candles on birthday cakes is done to honor the birth of the goddess of the moon, Artemis, on the sixth day of every lunar month (in which the round shape of cakes are based to resemble the moon). This can be linked between her oversight of fertility and the birthday tradition of candles and cakes, however, this has not been established.

But on today’s generation, birthdays aren’t complete without blowing candles on cakes. It has been a tradition in mostly any part of this world. But a cake couldn’t just be on birthday celebrations, it is also present on mostly any occasion known – if we want to. Birthday cakes or any other cakes in several places comes from the best that is a long-established cake store with a reputation of producing only the best and provides the customers an outstanding experience. Continue reading “Where To Buy Cakes Near You”

Five Secrets To Finding A Cinema Near Me

It is no secret that in the United States we love our movies. Any day of the week, relaxing and seeing a movie after a busy day of work or dinner is a favorite way to spend the evenings and nights for most. Movies allow us to enter a new world of possibilities while simultaneously learning about our own. There is nothing difficult about sitting down, opening your mind, and letting a movie sweep you away- except for maybe finding the perfect theater to watch it. For that we have you covered. Here are five secrets to finding a cinema near me.

1. Local Newspapers

Most major cities have a popular local newspaper that many residents go to for all of their weekly local events and screenings. If you are interested in seeing what new movies are being released in your area, pick up one of these newspapers and flip through the entertainment section. They are sure to have reviews by local critics, screening times, and possibly even some reviews from audience members to give a more balanced picture of what the general audience feels about the movie. Continue reading “Five Secrets To Finding A Cinema Near Me”

P90X Nutrition – My Core Foods

The P90X workouts are tough. But, I tell everyone I coach that its diet, nutrition and supplements that get people the results they’re looking for. The workouts make you fit on the inside, your nutrition makes you look fit on the outside.

I didn’t really follow any nutritional plan or recipes provided by Beachbody during my run through P90X. It’s not that I don’t think they’re good – I just didn’t have the time. I did, however, really pay attention to the caloric ratios that Beachbody recommends for Phase 1. Beachbody says that during Phase 1 you should get 50% of your calories from protein, 30% from carbohydrates and 20% from fat.

What I did was identify a group of “core” foods that I knew by eating, and interchanging daily, would allow me to hit those ratios. I settled on an average of 1,900 calories per day for Phase 1 (the first 30 days) and then just ate combinations of these “core” foods, being mindful of my ratios and calories throughout the day. As I got closer towards the end of the day, if my ratios were off, I’d look for a food that would result in a positive adjustment. Continue reading “P90X Nutrition – My Core Foods”

Warning: Your Home Can Be Your Place of Doom

When you think of home, what comes to mind is a place of rest, comfort, peace, serenity, and joy.

Is it? But do you know that your home may have more than a dozen hidden hazards that can turn it into a place of doom at the blink of an eye?

And seniors, especially those 65+, are more often hapless victims because of failing eyesight, poor balance, and diminished cognitive functions.

To prove the point, here are some startling figures that can make you give your home a second look:

o In 2009 in England and Wales, alone, 7,475 people aged 65 and over died from home accidents, with 49% of those were due to falls. – rospa.com; Continue reading “Warning: Your Home Can Be Your Place of Doom”