Here’s a cool treat we found on Spark. Kalman Lee, an eHow engineer, loves himself some sweet mochi!
Mochi is a soft, chewy Japanese treat that is perfect for summer. Made out of glutinous rice flour and coconut milk, just to name a few ingredients, mochi is light and not overly sweet. If you’ve ever tried mochi on its own or used it as a toping to your frozen yogurt, you know just how delectable it is. If you haven’t had a chance to yet, put it on your summer “to-try” list for a flavorful surprise.
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Firing up the grill on Memorial Day marks the start of serious grilling season, so there’s no better weekend to try your hand at outdoor cooking–or show off your mastery. Refining your outdoor culinary skills for the occasion is easier than it seems with a little preparation, the right techniques and some ingenuity. This Memorial Day, grab a cold brew, warm up the coals and get your spatula ready, because there’s nothing like a hot juicy burger right off the grill to kick off the first of many summer barbecues.
CONTEST: We’re hosting a virtual Memorial Day potluck … Read More
Summer is creeping up and Spark users are getting ready!
Every summer has its signature cocktail, but who said it had to be alcoholic? Spark user Cassandra Baum is looking at this delicious Pineapple Coconut smoothie. It’s a perfect pool-side companion that’s healthy too. Speaking of delicious, what about a signature dessert this summer? These absolutely beautiful Hydrangea cupcakes from Noreen Gray’s board look too good to eat!
With the nice warm weather, you’re sure to be spending most of your time outside. Lois Johnson has some creative tips in her gardening board. Would you … Read More
eHow is throwing a virtual Memorial Day potluck, and you’re invited! What better way to kick off the summer season than with friends, family and most importantly, food? Show off your plans and join our virtual celebration by entering our Memorial Day potluck contest—the winner will be featured right here on the blog and on our Facebook page!
Here’s how to enter:
- Go to Spark and create a board filled with your favorite Memorial Day potluck ideas. Get creative and show us what foods, drinks and décor and other party ideas get you revved up for summer!
- Include “Memorial … Read More
I’ve looked forward to strawberry season every year since I was a kid. One day in late spring, my dad would drive my sister and me out to the U-Pick farm, where we’d spend the afternoon on our hands and knees in the dirt happily filling our baskets (and sneaking a few when no one was looking). When we returned home, sunburned and juice-stained, we were rewarded for our hard work with strawberry shortcake for dinner, and the next day our mom would freeze the leftover berries so we could enjoy the fruits of our labor all winter. I haven’t … Read More
When you fell and scraped your knee, she knew just how to make it all better. When you were sad about losing your first pet, she was there to help you through it. And when you had those tough life decisions to make, she gave you the strength and support to make them. Mothers are more than just the person in your life who knows what’s best. Mothers are, in fact, our heroes —the true Wonder Woman of our lives.
This year, forget the generic Hallmark card and expensive brunch by the sea. Show your Wonder Woman just how much … Read More
Put a spring in your step this season with these four easy ways to start May off right.
First, enjoy the proverbial May flowers brought by April showers and plant fragrant flowers in your backyard. Give your wardrobe a breath of fresh air with a little style inspiration from the stars. Take a moment to relax and celebrate Cinco de Mayo with fiesta foods and drinks (after all, what’s May without a margarita or two?). Lastly, take a minute to refresh your online presence with a little help from our tech expert Carley Knobloch.
May isn’t waiting, so get … Read More
If you aren’t already having a blast with Spark, here’s something that’s sure to get you revved up. Starting this Monday, every week we’ll be challenging you to show us your creative ideas and achievements along a certain theme. The most creative boards, chosen by eHow’s editors, will be featured right here on the eHow blog and on our Facebook page.
Each week, we’ll challenge you to create a board along a certain theme. Fill the board with clips that the theme inspires you to do, make, eat or create. Take the project through the stages and show your progress … Read More
Relax. One of the easiest ways to go green is also the most delicious. Spring produce is arriving in full force, which means lovely asparagus, strawberries, fresh peas and more. Learn what’s in season this month, get key farmers’ market survival tips, and cook up tasty spring recipes with your bounty. Hungry for more? Check out more stylish solutions below.
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But first, what’s your favorite spring recipe? Tell us in the comments below!… Read More
You’ve been perusing the Internet, on the hunt for the perfect birthday party theme, recipes for the upcoming baseball tailgate, or decor inspiration for the guest bedroom you’re redoing. So what’s next? You could keep those 25 tabs open in your browser—or you could save the ideas, keep track of your progress, and show off the results all in one place: eHow Spark.
Get Things Done
What is Spark? In short, it helps you get things done. First, add the Spark clipper to your browser bar: Hover over “Spark” in the upper right-hand corner of your screen and click … Read More
Perhaps the biggest potential nightmare for anyone who works with computers is the deletion of an important project, with no hope for restoration. It even happens on some of the biggest projects:
1. NASA Erases Moon Landing Videos
Photo Credit: Getty Images
Many consider the original moon landing to be humankind’s greatest achievement, but beaming it live to televisions was a marvel of engineering in itself. First, a signal had to be sent from the video camera on the moon, all the way back to Earth. Then, this signal has to be processed so it could be sent to televisions … Read More
