You've always been fond of khaki. Your closet is filled with this neutral, all-purpose material, and now you've indulged your tastes and dented your wallet by purchasing a khaki blazer. Naturally, you made the purchase with plans to wear it with a variety of shirts and pants, but choosing the right shoes to go with it is proving to be more than a little difficult. Fortunately, khaki is a catch-all material and can go in several style directions. Translation: You can wear your khaki with an enormous variety of shoes, depending on the outfit.
There are many different types of coffee beans that you can choose from depending on your needs and preferences. Learn about the different types of coffee beans out there with help from a culinary professional in this free video clip.
Making your own energy bars right at home is actually a surprisingly straightforward and easy process. Get an easy energy bar recipe with help from the creator of foodmoodgirl.com in this free video clip.
When using preen for strawberries, you're always going to want to keep a few key things in mind. Use preen for strawberries with help from an expert who has been involved in sustainable food production for the past 30 years in this free video clip.
Stacked beet salad is a great dish that the whole family is sure to enjoy. Learn about stacked beet salad with help from a professional caterer and food expert in this free video clip.
Beets need to be skinned in a very specific way for the best possible results. Find out how to skin beets with help from a professional caterer and food expert in this free video clip.
Lentil and chickpea salad can be prepared with a few key ingredients that you may already have access to. Make lentil and chickpea salad with help from the owner and operator of a variety of food businesses in this free video clip.
Garbanzo and parsley salad is a lot easier to make than you might initially assume. Make garbanzo and parsley salad with help from the owner and operator of a variety of food businesses in this free video clip.
Lebanese eggplant salad only requires the right ingredients and a little good, old-fashioned elbow grease. Learn to prepare Lebanese eggplant salad with help from the owner and operator of a variety of food businesses in this free video clip.
Chickpea and parsley salad can be prepared right at home, so long as you know what you're doing. Make chickpea and parsley salad with help from the owner and operator of a variety of food businesses in this free video clip.
Japanese eggplant salad is a great dish that is sure to please the entire family. Cook Japanese eggplant salad with help from the owner and operator of a variety of food businesses in this free video clip.
Buckwheat soba salad can be cooked using a few ingredients that you probably already have access to. Find out how to cook buckwheat soba salad with help from the owner and operator of a variety of food businesses in this free video clip.
Ginger udon salad can be cooked right in the comfort of your own kitchen. Find out how to cook ginger udon salad with help from the owner and operator of a variety of food businesses in this free video clip.
Broccoli, bacon and onion salad has a lot of great flavors and textures. Learn about broccoli, bacon and onion salad help from the owner and operator of a variety of food businesses in this free video clip.
Making white cabbage with carrots requires you to follow a direct, step-by-step process. Make white cabbage with carrots with help from the owner and operator of a variety of food businesses in this free video clip.
Just because you don't have a grinder doesn't mean you can't grind coffee beans. Grind coffee beans without a grinder with help from a coffee industry professional in this free video clip.
If you're new to the world of organic food, organic food thickener may at first seem overwhelming. Get organic food thickener help with help from a nutrition expert and food educator in this free video clip.
Napa cabbage, sesame and ginger salad is a rich, hearty meal that is perfect for the whole family. Learn about Napa cabbage, sesame and ginger salad with help from the owner and operator of a variety of food businesses in this free video clip.
Microwaves offer a convenient, fast way to cook a wide variety of foods. Sometimes the door, walls, ceiling, floor or spinning plate inside the microwave will crack. This can present serious risks for health and property damage in some cases. These kinds of cracks are usually caused by misuse or mishandling, though some microwaves are just poorly made and more prone to damage. Know the causes of cracks inside a microwave to avoid them and ensure the longevity of your machine.
When you reach level 15 in the online multiplayer role-playing game "MapleStory," you have a brief encounter with a purple-haired fairy who leaves you the gift of a small egg in your inventory. Inside the egg is a snail, which you can hatch and make into a pet that can help you with gameplay and accompany you through the game as a member of your party. The snail is only a temporary pet, and leaves after accompanying you for a period of five hours. Make your snail more powerful by leveling it up during that time.
Perennial geranium varieties can't survive hard winter freezes, but it's possible to store the plants indoors by forcing them into a semidormant state. The roots and main stems of the plants survive a winter with no light and minimal moisture if stored properly and in the correct location. You must dig up the plants after the first light frosts begin killing back the foliage but before a hard frost destroys the entire geranium.
KitchenAid ranges and cooktops utilize an electronic ignition system, which is used in place of standing pilot lights to ignite the gas on the burners. The electronic ignition system consists of several igniters, one of which is installed on each burner, and a spark module. If one or more of the igniters will not light, there are several troubleshooting steps.
Making your own homemade paints for arts and crafts projects allows you to avoid chemical-laden commercial paints. Plant-based dyes provide rich color and ensure the ingredients are natural. Berries and fruit juices generally create a dye very similar to their natural color. The bark, leaves and flowers of trees and plants also provide a rainbow of colors for use in paint dye. Experiment with different plants or the contents of your produce bin, to find the right hues for your next art project.
Custom-built trophy cases are the ideal way to display your hard-earned symbols of achievement in a way that is inexpensive, protective and inspiring. Putting these prizes behind glass heightens their impressive appearance and protects them from accidental falls, while also saving you from the need for dusting and cleaning quite so often. Whether building for a single favorite trophy, or installing in a school trophy wall, these hinged swinging-door trophy cases are easily adapted to fit any display need by simply adjusting the dimensions to fit the project. Shelves are also easily installed.
Its always a good idea to clean spinach properly before you prepare it. Learn how to clean spinach with help from the owner of a variety of food businesses in this free video clip.
Wilting spinach leaves requires you to follow a very specific process. Learn how to wilt spinach leaves with help from the owner of a variety of food businesses in this free video clip.
If your dog is elderly or infirm he may need a little assistance if he is to accompany you on trips out of doors. One short-term, inexpensive solution for transporting a small dog is to make a dog cart from a milk crate. It may not be a glamorous ride but if it saves his paws you can be sure your dog will thank you.
Generally, you need a seller’s permit to operate a vending machine in California if you are required to collect sales taxes. As a vending machine operator, you must not only supply products for the machine and collect the money, but you must also be aware of whether the products sold are subject to sales tax. Vending machines dispense various food and nonfood products, such as cigarettes, bulk items, food and water. You must post your name, address and telephone number in a prominent place at each vending machine.
The state of Georgia defines hot dog carts as “pushcart or pull-behind-a-vehicle units” that operate from a fixed location and have a limited menu and method of operation. As of this writing, mobile food carts that fit this description, and also meet Georgia state sanitary requirements, are exempt from many of the regulations that affect larger food carts and kiosks. These rules are subject to revision and may vary from county to county, so check with your local chamber of commerce and county health department for current information.
The number of homeless people increased by 20,000 nationwide between 2008 and 2009, according to a 2011 report by the National Alliance to End Homelessness. The report also found that there was a greater percentage jump in the number of homeless families than for individuals, the chronically homeless or any other subgroup. Food and clothing drives, which are not difficult to set up, are ways to help out and try to alleviate the problem. They are also ways to bring a community together in a positive and fulfilling way.
Ice cream trucks operate during warmer weather, providing ice cream that refreshes those who feel the sun has gotten too hot. Since ice cream contains milk, the milk can spoil. Ice cream truck drivers should comply with various regulations that ensure they are handling the ice cream in a safe manner. Many states and cities require that those running mobile food services have licenses, including ice cream trucks.
Indiana does not specifically license food vendors doing business in this state. Instead, Indiana leaves special licensing requirements up to local governments. This does not mean, however, that you may open up a vending business without proper documentation or certification from regulators. Some local governments do require special licensing for social events, and you must be certified before offering food to the general public.
Starting a business out of a home can be a challenge. There are federal and state laws and regulations to follow. Businesses dealing with food have even more laws and regulations due to the safety needed for the preparation of food. Some states won't even allow home food businesses due to these safety concerns. Virginia allows home cake-decorating businesses, but first the business has to undergo state inspection and licensing.
Coca-Cola vending machines were first made popular in the early 20th century. Plastic soda bottles can replace glass bottles in vintage Coca-Cola vending machines by altering the manner in which the bottles are held prior to being removed. The procedure is straightforward and can be done to any number of plastic bottles as long as they meet the same height requirements as the glass ones used originally in the vending machine.
Dishwashers make life more convenient. Many people won't live in a home that doesn't have a dishwasher, as these machines effortlessly clean the dishes without much hard work. However, you still have to prepare the dishes for washing and use appropriate detergent or the dishwasher won't clean your dishes properly. Food particles on your clean dishes might indicate a problem with how you are using the dishwasher, although they can also be caused by mechanical problems.
Organic gardening is a system of raising crops that limits the use of artificial pesticides and chemical fertilizers. The goal of organic gardening is to raise healthy plants that are more resistant to insects and diseases, rather than dose sickly plants with chemicals to ward off these problems. Organic gardening is practiced among home gardeners who wish to eliminate excess chemicals from their diet and do their part to be stewards of the environment.
When playing through the missions in "Pokemon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Time," one mission tasks you with getting a "blue gummi" for the Pokemon Manaphy. The game's central hub of Treasure Town, where players spend their time in between missions, has a shop where players can buy items. This shop, which is run by the Kecleon brothers, carries food items, including blue gummies, so you don't have to scour dungeons looking for one to give to Manaphy.
While you may enjoy a hot cup of java in the morning to get you going, you might not realize that your hair can enjoy a similar boost. Start with rich and robust beans and prepare them to wash hair in coffee beans. After your hair sits in the mixture for a short time, your hair will respond with super shine and energetic bounce.
Although owning a liquor store is not the most glamorous business, and it is typically quite competitive, it is a reliable, recession-proof retail business that often has a significant number of repeat customers. The overhead costs and management skills required to run a liquor store are also manageable, making it a good business for an entrepreneur with relatively limited business experience. Due to varying state laws, the package-store business is highly fragmented and no major companies dominate; the top 50 companies only represent about 20 percent of total sales.
Freezing food is a way to preserve the life span of pre-made dishes as frozen foods can travel longer distances and be sold to customers in a wider geographical area than nonfrozen food. Food businesses that produce or resell frozen foods must register with the state and obtain a local business license and a state sales tax permit. Frozen food businesses are also required to obtain a health permit and pass health inspections before opening and during operation.
Like many states, California heavily regulates the sale of alcoholic beverages. As such, any store that sells any type of alcoholic beverage requires a liquor license. The key differentiation between off-sale liquor stores, which sell alcoholic beverages for consumption off their premises, is whether they sell only beer and wine, or if they sell every type of alcoholic beverage.
Food trucks are continuing to gain in popularity as a mobile means of serving food to customers around a particular locale. Ohio, in particular, has a number of large and small cities in which food trucks may thrive, from a funky and eclectic truck serving ethic food on the streets of Columbus to a traditional hot dog truck in Akron. However, before opening up, it is important to note what kind of vendor's license is necessary to operate a food truck in Ohio.
ACN is a company specializing in Internet service and VoIP phone technology. Another product it offers is a video phone for video conferencing over the VoIP system. One of the advantages of VoIP service is that you can make and receive long distance calls at a fraction of the cost, but the disadvantage of ACN is that once you contract the service, you have another monthly Bill. Added to that, the ACN VoIP connecting box is somewhat unsightly and must connect via a wired network connection. You can avoid this monthly bill and still get the benefits of an ACN…
While aspiring liquor store owners will need a variety of supplies to open a successful business, including product, fixtures and electronic equipment, those in Ohio should focus on obtaining an Ohio liquor store permit; the most necessary and difficult aspect of starting a liquor store. The state of Ohio does not simply grant licenses to anyone with minimal qualifications and severely limits the amount of liquor retailers in the state.
The GE Profile model J2S968 gas oven range has many of the same features as its electric counterpart. One of those features enables you to set the oven to start cooking at a specified time. The delayed cook start feature makes it possible to place prepared food in the oven at one point and set the timer to start cooking when you want it to. This feature not only delays the start time but also allows you to set the cooking temperature and the amount of cooking time. Setting a delayed cook start on a GE Profile oven J2S968 is…
The fast food business can mean big bucks for those who have the know-how and the available resources to get into the business in the first place. According to the VivaVegie Society, one in four Americans visits a fast food restaurant every day, and more than $110 billion is spent by American citizens on fast food each year. Knowing what is needed to get started in the fast food restaurant ownership business is usually half the battle in getting started.
Selling food online is an inexpensive way for entrepreneurs to start a business. You need only kitchen and food storage facilities, and a few basic utensils. You must, however, be vigilant about food safety and acquire a public health department certificate, the most important restaurant license, whether you sell food products to consumers, in person or online.
Pampered Chef is a brand that makes stoneware baking products. This bakeware needs to be cared for properly so it lasts a long time without the food quality being affected. Do not use dish soap or other cleaners when caring for the stoneware as it absorbs the cleaner and your food will taste like dish soap. Clean burnt stoneware as soon as possible after using it so stains will come off as easily as possible. Always dry stoneware thoroughly before storing it to maintain the bakeware's quality.
Liquor store owners earn a wide range of salaries based on a plethora of variable factors, including – perhaps most notably – location, sales and overhead. As entrepreneurs, liquor store owners contend with inconsistent markets and constantly fluctuating economies. As such, it is difficult to peg the average salary of a liquor store owner. However, first-hand reports provide some insight into the salary situation.
Aside from the building in which your restaurant is housed, the largest item in your budget will be food cost. By negotiating with food vendors, you may be able to reduce the amount of money you have to spend acquiring these ingredient components and, in doing so, bolster your profits. While it may seem tempting to simply pay the asking price for these goods, with just a bit of negotiation you can shave some money off of your bill and likely increase your business success.