Posted on: 04 May, 2006
Author: Elizabeth Morgan
Bottled water is now one of the largest industries in the world. Studies indicated that over half of all Americans drink bottled water, spending a lot more on the bottled water than for the tap water ... Bottled water is now one of the largest industries in the world. Studies indicated that over half of all Americans drink bottled water, spending a lot more on the bottled water than for the tap water due to the misconception that bottled water is safer or healthier than tap water. Bottled water is now the most profitable business, the fastest growing multi billion...
Posted on: 04 May, 2006
Author: Elizabeth Morgan
A bottled water cooler is an independent device that can be used to dispense water from removable 4- to 5-gallon plastic bottles usually positioned on top of the unit. Bottle coolers can be cold units... A bottled water cooler is an independent device that can be used to dispense water from removable 4- to 5-gallon plastic bottles usually positioned on top of the unit. Bottle coolers can be cold units that can dispense only cold water, hot and cold units that can dispense both hot and cold water, and a latest variety of units that can dispense hot and cold...
Posted on: 02 May, 2006
Author: Richard Cussons
If you're cooking your food properly on your barbeque, you're getting delightful results every time. However, all too frequently, people are falling victims to very common barbeque myths. ... If you're cooking your food properly on your barbeque, you're getting delightful results every time. However, all too frequently, people are falling victims to very common barbeque myths. It's not because we're gullible or stupid in any way. Many barbeque myths are so well known and so wide spread that they are more frequently passed on as truth than they are as the myths that they truly are. For example, many...
Posted on: 02 May, 2006
Author: Wong Yee Lee
At Chinese meal times, Chinese people use a round or square table. Person of the most importance would usually take the seat the farthest away from the door whilst the youngest or the person of the least importance would take the seat closest to the door. However, if you are the host, usually you would take the seat which is closest to the walkway since it allows the most convenient movement by the host.Unlike the western style, Chinese people do not use forks and knives. We use a pair of chopsticks and spoons. Unlike Japanese chopsticks, Chinese chopsticks have both...
Posted on: 01 May, 2006
Author: Jane Roseen
Did you know that China celebrates their own version of Valentine's Day? Learn how it all started and the many ways people celebrate today. Source: Free Articles from ArticlesFactory.com
Posted on: 01 May, 2006
Author: Jane Roseen
St. Patricks Day has become a celebration of all things Irish. But who was St. Patrick? Learn why St. Patrick became a figure larger than life and how the festivities have changed over the centuries. St. Patricks Day has become a celebration of all things Irish. Most public celebrations include quite large quantities of alcohol. Many families serve corned beef, cabbage, and mint chocolate pies every year on March 17th. And some cities like Chicago turn large bodies of water green to commemorate the life of St. Patrick. "But who was St. Patrick" St. Patrick is the patron saint of...
Posted on: 01 May, 2006
Author: Jane Roseen
Spring has arrived, and its time to plan that ever-popular Spring Vacation. But where to go? This year, why not branch out, head a little further south, and discover one of the worlds biggest countries Brazil. Environmental treks can suit the fancy of many vacationers. The peak of the rainy season in Brazil has just ended, so its a beautiful time to explore the wonders of the Amazon. Manaus, capital of the Brazilian state of Amazonas, is home to well over a million people and is a great home base for exploring the Amazonian rainforests. There are many travel...
Posted on: 01 May, 2006
Author: Jane Roseen
Not everyone has the luxury to travel to Francefor Bastille Day, but that doesnt mean you cantcelebrate the French version of IndependenceDay right from your home town. Here are someideas to get you... Check your local paper for French events. Many of the largercities in the United States have cultural centers which planBastille Day events. You can go to a French restaurant. Just about any Frenchrestaurant is sure to be honoring Bastille Day. Throw a Bastille Day party at home. Grab some wine, cheese,crackers, and a few friends, and have your own tres francais party. Create a gourmet French meal,...
Posted on: 26 April, 2006
Author: Alison Cole
For most harried career individuals, a visit to their coffee shops for a nightcap with friends and business associates is their idea of a relaxing evening. But have you ever wondered when the first co... For most harried career individuals, a visit to their coffee shops for a nightcap with friends and business associates is their idea of a relaxing evening. But have you ever wondered when the first coffee shop started? The first coffee shop opened in Istanbul, Turkey, in 1554, while the first coffeehouse opened in Cornhill, London, in 1652. Boston welcomed its own version of this haven...
Posted on: 26 April, 2006
Author: Alison Cole
Nothing perks up a lazy morning like coffee. What is this dark-colored substance made of and why can\'t some people survive a day without having even just one sip of this stimulant? Coffee, normally ... Nothing perks up a lazy morning like coffee. What is this dark-colored substance made of and why can\'t some people survive a day without having even just one sip of this stimulant? Coffee, normally taken hot, is made from the coffee plant\'s roasted seeds, called coffee beans. Considered the second-most traded commodity in the world, next to petroleum, it is hailed as modern man\'s chief...