Shortbread cookies are delicious, but shortbread cookies with flower décor are extraordinary. Loria Stern, a baker from Montecito makes the most beautiful shortbread cookies which she decorates with handpicked edible flowers.
Some of the flowers and herbs are grown in her garden and others require a trip to the farmer’s market where she selects them piece by piece. The idea first came to life when Stern was asked to bake desserts for a friend’s party that had a “Flower Power” theme as a homage to Georgia O’Keeffe. Continue reading “Edible Flower Pressed Shortbread Cookies” »
Around 2,000 elephants are living in the wild in Thailand, and one of them made headlines this week. A baby elephant was captured on camera in Chiang Mai, north Thailand, committing the cheekiest “crime” ever—the playful elephant was apparently feasting on some sugarcanes in a farmer’s field when approached by local people. In order not to get caught, Continue reading “Adorable Baby Elephant Gets Caught Eating Sugarcane, Tries To Hide Behind A Narrow Light Pole” »
Students at a Texas high school recently completed construction of their second tiny home, which will be donated to a homeless military veteran.
Teens at Kingwood Park High School unveiled the house Monday, the latest structure from the Students Helping Veterans program. Continue reading “Texas Students Build Tiny Homes For Homeless Veterans” »
A 7-year-old boy from Houston used his birthday money to help feed the homeless on Thanksgiving.
Dylan Virtudazo’s birthday party was canceled in August due to the coronavirus pandemic, so he received some cash instead. Initially unsure how to spend it, he came up with the idea when his teachers asked students about their plans for Thanksgiving, Continue reading “7-Year-Old Boy Uses Birthday Money To Help Homeless On Thanksgiving” »
With three independent blending stations, the Tahiti offers the ultimate in frozen drink making for your biggest bash, blending a variety of restaurant-quality frozen drinks at the press of a button. Pick your favorite from six automated drink settings, programmed to shave just the right amount of ice and blend the perfect Margaritas, Daiquiris, Coladas, Mudslides, Mojitos and Smoothies. Continue reading “The Margaritaville Tahiti Frozen Concoction Maker” »
So beautiful with vibrant colors. These Dishwasher Magnets are gorgeous and such a fun addition to any kitchen! I love the colors and patterns and how it distracts from messes by drawing the eye away from my unwashed dishes! Hand-crafted, washable, made in Canada. Continue reading “Dishwasher Magnet Covers” »
Who knew aluminum foil can be so much fun when offered extra attention? There is a Japanese trend in which people have started rolling balls out of aluminum and polishing them until they become smooth and shiny.
The before and after pictures of the aluminum foil boils have taken the Internet by storm and more and more people all over the world are joining the challenge. Continue reading “A Current Japanese Trend Is Polishing Ordinary Aluminum Foil Balls Into Shiny Orbs” »
“Today’s decision will allow the Nation to honor our ancestors by maintaining our established sovereignty and territorial boundaries.”
The US Supreme Court has ruled about half of Oklahoma belongs to Native Americans, in a landmark case that also quashed a child rape conviction.
The justices decided 5-4 that an eastern chunk of the state, including its second-biggest city, Tulsa, should be recognised as part of a reservation. Continue reading “Supreme Court Rules That About Half Of Oklahoma Is Native American Land” »
If you’re looking to have an extra-good time this Christmas, one of the more elegant, and classy ways of spicing up your holiday with booze is getting some of these unique Christmas ornaments that you can fill up with your favorite spirits! Others let you put in wine, vodka, beer, gin, or really whatever you like. Continue reading “Booze Filled Christmas Ornaments” »
