Wednesday, January 26, 2011

Friday, January 14, 2011

HD Flow Wireless Multimedia Kit | Live a Cable-Free Life(TM)

HD Flow Wireless Multimedia Kit | Live a Cable-Free Life(TM): "Get Full HD 1080p entertainment where you want it with no strings attached. HD Flow wireless multimedia kit eliminates unsightly cables, opens up TV placement opportunities and eliminates the need to rent or buy additional A/V components."

Also see http://www.peerlessmounts.com/ for mounting products from the same manufacturer.

Thursday, January 13, 2011

Terrorism of the terrine

Terrorism of the terrine: "Unlike humans, ducks and geese lack a gag reflex. Their oesophagi have an insensitive coating, allowing them to swallow whole fish. Gavage mimics a natural process by which birds gorge themselves before migratory flight, even if the foie-gras-producing ducks never actually head south in the winter.

The attempt to prohibit foie gras is an example of our illiberal times, where private activities such as eating are fair game for criticism and moral posturing. It reflects the difficulty we have in understanding where our food comes from, and our estrangement from its production. And it fails to recognise that, for many, foie gras is une fete gastronomique, one of the world's 10 great flavours, on a par with truffles and caviar.

Even if you don't like the taste or idea of foie gras, that doesn't give you the right to tell others what to eat. What's at stake is the individual's right to choose what to consume, regardless of whether its production is offensive to some. In the end, the decision to eat or to sell foie gras must come down to personal taste, and not intimidation."

Well said! Bring on the foie!

Btw, 100% kudos to Martin Picard for not giving in to ignorant activists and even more ignorant organizers of the Ottawa Winterlude festival who caved in to a small group of cuisine terrorists. Lets all support brave souls like Martin by frequenting his restaurant(s) and ordering lots of foie gras!

Friday, January 07, 2011

FlyerTalk Forums - View Single Post - Occupation of AC Forum

FlyerTalk Forums - View Single Post - Occupation of AC Forum: "I consult for evil geniuses on matters such as lair layouts (shark tanks, sharks, lasers attached to sharks, female voiced automated announcements of unfolding stages of evil plan, etc.) and HR matters (such as, where to get all the workers for the lair?). I am 11 years old."

Classic!

Monday, January 03, 2011

Education store FAQ | North America

Education store FAQ | North America:

Adobe educational/academic discount qualification ...

"If you are home schooling, provide a valid photo ID, and a copy of one of the following:

Letter of intent to home school addressed to local school district for current school year
Home School Legal Defense Association membership card
Home School Charter School membership card
Book/curriculum receipt for the current year"

Sunday, January 02, 2011

Frank Laino - The Stafford Hotel London: "Joseph Schmitt caught up with Frank during a recent stay at The Stafford Hotel (http://www.thestaffordhotel.co.uk), one of London’s finest small hotels, located in the heart of St. James’s Place, where Frank is Executive Head Concierge."