Michael by Michael Davis, CEC Introduction Smoking and BBQ has turned into somewhat of a regional cultural thing. While smoked foods are eaten all over the country, in the Eastern United States from Texas to Carolina smoking/BBQ is a “Thing.” This “Thing” is a culture that has begun, LOW and SLOW, (Low heat/ slow cook with … Read more
by Brian D. Peffley CEPC, CCE, AACIntroductionThe first demonstration here is that of pate choux. Pate meaning paste and choux meaning cabbage. Paste that looks like cabbage. Which is one of the main items made with pate choux. Cream Puffs, a rich golden exterior with a hollow center often filled with a pastry cream. Eclairs … Read more
By John McGran I’ve been overweight and working to lose weight ever since I graduated high school 40 years ago. But it’s only the past three years that I’ve been able to take off – and keep off – the 65 pounds that had been dragging me down, making me feel badly about myself and putting my … Read more
by Martin MurmelThe word mother is loaded with a sense of belonging, protection and love. It evokes archaic, fundamental emotions and brings us back to our childhood. Mothers devote a large part of their lives to their children. They often sacrifice their ambitions for the sake of the family. We grow up with their hopes and dreams for … Read more
by Michael DavisRegular workout is one of the best things that one can do for health maintenance. It has tremendous benefits, including reducing risk for many chronic diseases and improving your overall fitness and health. Workout includes all the possible movements that make your muscles work and require your body to burn calories. There are … Read more