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Car becomes Burden of Suburbia, Will America call Car Pooling to the Rescue?
Travel – Paul Harris in America's love affair fades as the car becomes burden of suburbia (Observer, Guardian UK, July 6th) paints a rather bleak picture of the future of America's landscape as it is now. He states that "as Americans enjoyed the 4 July holiday weekend, increasing numbers of them were staying at home rather than hitting the road".
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Voted for on July 08, 2008 02:26pm
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Inflation Bubble! Even Snails Prices are Shooting Up in France
Food – How much worse can things get when 'French are forced to shell out more for snails' reports Angelique Chrisafis for The Guardian. She says that "Snails, France's national delicacy, are the latest menu item to panic consumers after the industry warned a shortfall in the 2008 harvest would send prices soaring".
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Voted for on July 07, 2008 04:08pm
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A Declaration of Independence from E-Mail by Luis Suarez
Careers & Jobs – You might have read with interest as I did 'I Freed Myself From E-Mail's Grip' (NY Times, June 29). I did not know its author Luis Suarez until then. He confirms his Declaration of Independence from E-Mail via his blog ELSUA on July 4th. He addresses head on the skepticism that greeted his strategic changes.
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Voted for on July 07, 2008 02:29pm
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Food Fad of the Week: Watermelon is the New Viagra
Health & Fitness – Way back then there was a drumbeat of reports on the health benefits of drinking red wine, now comes Watermelon as the new Viagra. It all started he say with a report by Dr Bhimu Patil, director of Texas A&M University's Fruit and Vegetable Improvement Center...
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Voted for on July 05, 2008 02:27pm
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No Quatre Quart, De Lisio Quarterback 2006, An Australian Red Blend, Almost Equal Parts
Food – This Quarterback did not score a touchdown with me. It did not knock my socks off. Does not mean it has no qualities. Being good sometimes is good enough. Unlike a quatre-quarts, one of my favorite cake to bake when you are in a hurry, this Quarterback (2006) from McLaren Vale is unequal parts Shiraz, Cab, Merlot, Grenache.
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Voted for on July 05, 2008 01:38pm
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Slew of reviews on 'Japan Cuts' (New York), Could not make it to Opening Night!
Movies – Could not make it to opening night of Japan Cuts, July 2nd in New York so I set my fishing net wide in search of what's on the program. In 'Japan Cuts Above The Rest' Peter Gutierrez picks favorites such as United Red Army a docudrama on the leftist group, Dainipponjin which he describes as "a mockumentary about "Big Man Japan"...
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Voted for on July 03, 2008 12:18pm
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MyFarm and Your Backyard Farmer turn your Backyard into an Organic Garden
Food – You might like the idea of walking into the garden to pick up some greens and tomatoes for a salad or fresh herbs to compliment a fish or meat dish. For a fee, residents of San Francisco who want the garden but lack the time can rely on MyFarm to turn their backyard into an Organic Garden.
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Voted for on July 02, 2008 02:35pm
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Summer Reunion Concerts: The Feelies or Return to Forever?
Music – I had the pleasure to see Al Dimeola, the ever friendly guitar player (not sure he got a seat on guitar hero) a day before he left for the European leg of the Return to Forevever reunion tour. He had a couple pictures he took recently om his I Phone. I was surprised to see how changed Chick Corea was...
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Voted for on July 02, 2008 12:18am
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Travel, Don't Tour and Please, Slow Down: Eco Friendly Vacation Tips
News – While picking up a few things at Whole Foods, I noticed a new magazine on the racks, Green Guide. I did not buy a copy. I did like the cover story, 'Green on a Budget' (with matches my Consumed to Thrifty thread) so I checked Green Guide online and realized that it was published by National Geographic.
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Voted for on July 01, 2008 02:30pm
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When was the Last Time you Wrote a Letter, a Thank You Note?
Careers & Jobs – That's the first thought that came to mind, a few weeks back when I wrote not one but two letters. One was to my mother who is computer less and the other to one of my cousins who recently lost her mother. Using pen and paper made me realize how few letters I have written and mailed in the past few years. Even a post card might be nice.
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Voted for on June 30, 2008 04:09pm
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All Over Rose Wine Picks: From Jancis Robinson to SF Chronicle
Food – Lynne Char Bennett notes that most of the Rose found in the U.S is imported and reminds us that Rose is made with juice from red and black grapes that has had minimal contact with the dark grape skins, which contribute color and a small amount of tannins to the wine". SF Chronicle Panel tasted 93 Rose wines this year.
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Voted for on June 28, 2008 02:12pm
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On Bees and Strawberries: Are both threatened? Time to Make a Buzz?
News – Carolyn Lochhead wonders "could strawberry ice cream disappear from our lives? What about vanilla Swiss almond?" in 'Un-busy bees a disaster for almost everyone' (SF Gate, June 27). She says that the people at Haagen-Dazs and other companies are alarmed at the "decline of honeybees and other pollinators...".
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Voted for on June 27, 2008 03:04pm
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Tastes like Summer: Great Juice from Mr. Batard: Gamay Hautes Noelles
Food – His Muscadet might be more popular but it is no reason to neglect Serge Batard Domaine Les Hautes Noelles Gamay. I just bought a bottle of the 2007 Vintage (100% Gamay grapes) and it was perfect for hot muggy weather. Serge Batard calls it a 'vin de la soif' (a wine for thirsty people) displaying red fruits and black cherries.
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Voted for on June 27, 2008 02:14pm
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Picnic and Party Plates that Don't Trash Nature thanks to 'VerTerra'
Food – How much garbage all our summer parties and picnics generate, god only knows? A little company that could, VerTerra (from New York) has come up with a solution inspired by India. They offer a line of plates, bowls, cups, and platters that they describe as "100% renewable, compostable plant matter and water".
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Voted for on June 26, 2008 12:57pm
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'Japan Cuts', Not Sandwiches, New Japanese Films Festival, New York, July 2-13
Movies – Tired of the same old film talent, want fresh cuts instead of stale ones, the Japan Society brings new celluloid heroes to New York with 'Japan Cuts'. From July 2 to July 13, 'Japan Cuts' presents 18 feature films getting their U.S and/or NY premiere plus a sidebar tribute to late filmmaker Kon Ichikawa.
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Voted for on June 26, 2008 12:18pm
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