Posted on 04 July 2008
From the most widely spoken language in the world (Mandarin, Chinese), to the little-known Galego spoken in Galicia, Spain, the following list covers how to say “one more beer please” in 50 different languages.
See the list -> Matador Nights, via: msaleem <- digg it!
Posted on 01 July 2008
We all know you can’t really judge someone based on their food or drink, but let’s be honest, sometimes unintentional snap judgments are made on first dates. […] I asked 100 women (some were a tad tipsy) to weigh in and here’s what they said about a man’s first date bevy.
See the list -> Shine, tips by: Karin (thanks!)
Posted on 30 June 2008
Nutritionist and author Jonny Bowden has created several lists of healthful foods people should be eating but aren’t. But some of his favorites, like purslane, guava and goji berries, aren’t always available at regular grocery stores. I asked Dr. Bowden, author of “The 150 Healthiest Foods on Earth,” to update his list with some favorite foods that are easy to find but don’t always find their way into our shopping carts. Here’s his advice.
See the list -> The New York Times
Posted on 26 June 2008
Anyone who has had one too many tequila shots, glasses of wine, Irish Car Bombs—pick your poison—can attest to how horrible a hangover is. […] So, I have compiled a list of some of the best remedies for a hangover. Some are international, others you can find online, and some are just plain disgusting. Drink up, my friends!
See the list -> mental_floss
Posted on 25 June 2008
I am a fanatic when it comes to doing things “perfectly” in the kitchen and have, consequently, read everything I can get my hands on about cooking. I am an amateur, but at least I am a reasonably well informed amateur! This list is a guide to help save you from some of the most common cooking errors we all make.
See the list -> The List Universe
Posted on 25 June 2008
To keep your rice from sticking together in a gloppy mass, add a spoonful of lemon juice to the boiling water when cooking. When the rice is done, let it cool for a few minutes, then fluff with a fork before serving.
See the list -> Readers Digest, via: Digg
Posted on 25 June 2008
With oil prices increasing and the US economy on the downward, people are drinking more and looking for creative ways to make some extra money (for beer). I’d like to think that the following tricks would enable you to do both.
See the list -> sloshspot
Posted on 27 May 2008
For those who’ve spent hours studying the recently discovered, yet unidentifiable leftovers hiding in the back of the fridge, here’s some advice to keep you from spending days in the bathroom.
See the list -> Asylum, tips by: Emil (thanks!)
Posted on 22 May 2008
While you probably already use these herbs in your home, you may not realize that they can do much more than just making your meals tasty and interesting. Here are five common herbs that do double duty as effective herbal treatments.
See the list -> Remedicated
Posted on 21 May 2008
The following list has several simple and inventive ways to use everyday objects to crack off that bottle cap without breaking glass or ruining the dental work your parents paid dearly for. Most all of these items utilize a solid edge to work against the bottle’s cap and are closer at hand than you might even realize…
See the list -> How To Do Things
Posted on 21 May 2008
Have you ever come out of the bathroom and proclaimed to anyone listening that you feel ten pounds lighter? You may have had one of these popular diets to thank. Forget about eating right and exercising. The truth is that we’re all just full of crap.
See the list -> Double Viking, tips by: Jim (thanks!)
Posted on 20 May 2008
The Internet is pouring with social networks and websites dedicated to sharing drink recipes, Happy Hour tips and trendy modern ways to send your chum a brew. There’s honestly a site for every drinker: Whether you like fancy cocktails, Absinthe, or just a nice cold beer.
See the list -> geeksugar, via: Urlesque
Posted on 19 May 2008
Discovered more than 1,000 years ago by goats roaming the hills of Ethiopia, coffee today employs 500 million people, from the workers toiling in the fields of Kenya to the baristas at your neighborhood Starbucks. In a world of more than 6 billion people, enjoying a good cup of joe is one of the few fixtures of everyday life common to many.
See the list -> Live Science, via: MakiMaki <- digg it!
Posted on 19 May 2008
Many people feel swamped with the immensity of their daily tasks, and often cooking is seen as a ‘luxury!’ […] With a little planning, you and your family can maintain a healthy diet while keeping your active schedule. If simple, yet insanely easy ideas are what you’re after, read on!
See the list -> Dumb Little Man, via: MrBabyMan (<- digg it!)
Posted on 18 May 2008
But just because food prices are rising doesn’t mean you can’t make healthy food choice. The good news is that many foods that are good for you are also cheap. Here is our list of the top healthy foods you can find in your grocery store for under a dollar.
See the list -> WebMD, via: Lifehacker
Posted on 18 May 2008
These little tips and tricks might be called “kitchen hacks” these days, but they’re still the same good old nuggets of wisdom that they always were.
See the list -> The Life Hackery