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Mercury Table Top Skull
Add a spark of color to your dreary Halloween landscape with the Mercury Table Top Skull. This fun neon colored school grumbles at anyone who walks by, for a frighteningly fanatic Halloween.
Table Top Flame Light
Complete your terrific haunted scene with this amazing and completely safe Table Top Flame Light. Plug it in and the effect is one of a realistic flickering flame - this smokeless, flameless unit creates a blaze-like effect that looks so real everyone will feel the heat! Great for indoor or outdoor…
Bloody Hand Prints Table Cover
Set the tone for your Halloween party when you decorate the table with this awfully creepy Bloody Hand Prints Table Cover. The white table cover features blood-red hand prints and spatter.
Gothic Lace Spiderweb Table Topper
Keep up with the Addams family and decorate like Morticia with this spook-tacularblack spiderweb motif Gothic lace table topper!
Life Size Realistic Brain
The Life Size Realistic Brain Halloween decoration is sure to delight both neurosurgeons and brain-eating zombies. Just like the real thing! Well, expect the glowing and changing colors bit...
Irish Kiltsman Plus Size
Erin go Braugh! Put your love for mother Ireland on display with this Irish Kiltsman costume. Playful, yet paying full homage to the Emerald Isle, the collection comes with a lace-up black polyester shirt, green plaid kilt, matching sash, belt and black satchel. To round out the look, throw on some…
Captain America Plus Size
Fight for what is right and true and protect our land from evil doers in this officially licensed adult men's Captain America costume. The jumpsuit costume includes an attached utility belt with pockets and a character hood. Wear it with pride.
Nude Plus Size Thigh Highs
Vamp up your look when you wear this pair of Nude Plus Size Thigh Highs.
Popeye Adult Plus Size Costume
You'll have anchor arms to die for even if you don't eat your spinach when you wear this officially licensed Popeye adult plus size costume. The black sailor shirt features a square black and red collar flap, complete with blue pants, yellow belt, white sailor hat and anchor tattoo muscle arms.
Spiderweb Queen Size Thigh Highs
Weave a sexy web when you wear these black Spiderweb Queen Size Thigh High stockings and see what you catch. Careful - they may call you the widow maker!
Skeleboner Adult Plus Size Costume
Give someone a big surprise when you wear the Skeleboner Adult Plus Size Costume. This hilarious jumpsuit comes complete with a skeleton mask and a pop-up phallus activated by a hand pump.
Executioner Mens Plus Size Costume
It's time to execute your duties on Halloween when you dress in this Executioner Men's Plus Size Costume. Black tunic comes complete with a collar and hood, pants, arm cuffs and a belt.
Pink Petticoat Adult Plus Size
Well, I do declare -any sassy Southern Belle worth her salt would insist on this Pink adult plus size Petticoat. Enhance your elaborate costume or elevate your ordinary costume with this extraordinary pink layered tulle petticoat costume accessory. Fluff your stuff and be oh so pretty in pink!
80s Checkered Plus Size Skirt
Take this blast from the past and bring it into Halloween when you wear the 80's Checkered Plus Size Skirt. The 80's had a lot going on, just like this pink skirt with checkered print, fishnet detail, ruffles and a bow.
Black Adult Plus Size Petticoat
Goth club? Pirate ship? French Quarter?Old time saloon? You can imagine the setting, now set yourself up as a lady who knows her way around! Kick up your heels and strut your stuff in this sassy black layered petticoat that speaks volumes about your sexy style. Enhance any outfit with a…
Red Petticoat Adult Plus Size
French Quarter? Folies Bergere? Old time saloon? You can imagine the setting, now set yourself up as a lady who knows her way around! Kick up your heels and strut your stuff in this sassy red layered petticoat that speaks volumes about your sexy style. Enhance any outfit with a saucy red flourish -…
Flannel Santa Suit Plus Size
Is it your turn to play Santa this year? No problem - this Flannel Santa Suit Plus Size will complete your look. Slide down the chimney or walk through the front door in the pullover jacket with back closure, complete with pants, belt, hat, gloves and boot tops.
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Make a little Christmas magic of your own when you dress in this festive red and green adult's plus size Elf costume. Wear it to holiday parties, for family photos and holiday card pictures or on Christmas Eve or Christmas Day. Also great for holiday pageants, parades and Christmas carolling.
Mother Nature Adult Womens Plus Size Costume
Nurture and nourish the crowd in this classic Mother Nature adult womens plus size costume. The imperial green and brown dress of this womens character costume elaborate trim on the bust. A matching headpiece completes this womens plus size costume.
Sassy Cowgirl Adult Womens Plus Size Costume
Saddle up and ride out on Halloween in this Sassy Cowgirl adult womens plus size costume. The brown white and pink top of this womens cowgirl costume features white fringe trim and comes complete with a matching skirt and hat. Hogtie the crowd with this womens plus size costume!
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Pirate Lady Adult Womens Plus Size Costume
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Dark Goddess Adult Plus Size Costume
Your followers will behold you on Halloween when you show up wearing this stunning Dark Goddess Adult Plus Size Costume. Long black dress comes complete with gold wrist cuffs and a gold headpiece.
Moon Goddess Adult Womens Plus Size Costume
The men will have a twinkle in their eye when they see you in this Moon Goddess Adult Womens Plus Size Costume. Bright blue gown fades into a dark gradient and contains silver glitter adornment that matches headband with half-moon decor so you'll look truly galactic.


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"The definition of being a modern person is to examine yourself, to reflect on yourself and to be a self-knowledgeable person."
SEGMENT: Tim Hawkinson in "Time"
From "Art in the Twenty-First Century" Season 2 (2003)
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Tim Hawkinson tinkers with everyday materials to build surprising mechanical art works. "I guess it comes from early on in childhood, a fascination with moving parts and sort of the magical," he suggests. In his studio, Hawkinson explains how he used gears, switches, nozzles, buckets, and pie tins to build a drumming machine that captures random drips of rain, amplifies them, and organizes them into music. "It's not even electronics. I don't know what it is," he admits. One of Hawkinson's largest projects, "Überorgan," is an inflatable installation in a space the size of a football field. For a version of the artwork the artists created a score for the organ using old church hymns.

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There's No Retirement When You Can't Afford to Stop Working
Friday, July 18, 2014
On today's show, we'll look at the growing number of middle-class Americans who can't afford to retire and who've become migrant laborers working at temporary jobs around the country. David Benjamin tells us about using corn stalks and mushroom roots as building materials—he's created a tower out of them in the courtyard of MoMA PS1 in Long Island City. We'll find out about a retrospective of photographer Garry Winogrand's work, on view at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. This week's Please Explain is all about herbs.
There's No Retirement When You Can't Afford to Stop Working
A growing number of older middle-class Americans are migrating across the country from one temporary job to another to make ends meet.
Garry Winogrand Retrospective at the Metropolitan Museum
The renowned photographer captured life in New York City and American life from the 1950s through the early 1980s.
How to Grow and Use Herbs
Nurture them, eat them, preserve them, freeze them — you can even use herbs to ward off mosquitoes or slow E. coli. All your herb questions answered, including some you didn't know you had.
Guest Picks: Audrey Tautou
French actress Audrey Tautou was on the Lopate Show July 17, 2014, to talk about her role in the movie "Mood Indigo," along with director Michel Gondry.
Guest Picks: Michel Gondry
French filmmaker Michel Gondry was on the Lopate Show July 17, 2014, to talk about his movie "Mood Indigo," along with Audrey Tautou. He's a fan of the writer Gogol. Find out what else he's a fan of!


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The white supremacist found guilty in the brutal murder of his 16-year-old babysitter has been sentenced to six years to life by a Utah jury.
Eric Millerberg spoke to the court about his conviction, enraging Alexis Rasmussen's mother with his lack of remorse and refusal to accept responsibility for her daughter's death.
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"I'm willing to shoulder the responsibility for the things that I've done and the roles that I played. This isn't all mine. I feel for their loss," he said to her family, but indicating that he was not the sole killer. His wife, Dea Millerberg, was offered immunity to testify against him.
"I know that doesn't mean much coming from me, I can imagine how the family feels, but I'm sorry. I'm sorry," FOX 13 News reported him saying.
The teenager's mother cried as she spoke to Millerberg, saying: "My family will never be the same. Even if you're not going to accept responsibility, you can still be sorry for what has happened."
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As RadarOnline.com previously reported, he is a member of the gang Silent Aryan Warriors as was his cellmate, and he was stabbed multiple times in the Utah State Prison while awaiting trial.
One of his fellow gang members turned him in for the killing of Rasmussen, who had been a babysitter for his children prior to her death.
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Testimony revealed that Millerberg and his wife introduced the teen to a series of drugs, and the night of her death she overdosed on drugs after having sex with him. They found her unresponsive so they took her naked body, put clothes on her and dumped her body miles away from their home.
Judge Scott Hadley called her death "extremely egregious," and said the "sexual conduct, it was so depraved."
He admonished Millerberg for his actions with the underage girl, saying: "She was simply an immature victim and you took advantage."
Dea Millerberg is still facing criminal charges in Rasmussen's death.


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Pustara Višnjica (Croatia)
Welcome to Pustara Višnjica
Višnjica is an estate situated in the east of Croatia. It is surrounded by beautiful lime and chestnut tree gardens and old pine and maple trees. The beauty and tranquillity of this place is mesmerising. Pustara Višnjica is located in the Slavonia region in Virovitičko-Podravska County, just 13 km from Slatina. The word Pustara comes from an old Hungarian word 'puszta', which meant 'land used for raising cattle and breeding horses'. This type of land was once a common feature across the Croatian landscape, but after many years of neglect, Pustara Višnjica is now the only working Pustara in the country. The fascinating landscape, mild climate, fresh air and clear water, as well as the culture and history of this place have had a great influence on regeneration of the region. Today, Višnjica offers something for everyone. It's the perfect destination for those looking for peace and quiet as well as those looking for adventure. Horseback-riding, cycling, hiking and swimming are just some of the activities on offer.
Regeneration and revival
The regeneration of Pustara Višnjica is based on the idea of returning back to nature and revitalising the values of a healthy lifestyle through tourism. Connecting agriculture and traditional local activities to sustainable tourism, was a new proposition and one of the key challenges. Today, there are numerous regeneration programmes in Pustara Višnjica, including: the development of rural tourism, horse breeding, and the cultivation of sweet potato, grains and medicinal herbs. The 19th Century buildings have been restored and given a new purpose; the old residential buildings are now workshop studios. Here you can learn the art of cooking and traditional jewellery or pottery making. The old stables have been restored and over 70 horses, of various breeds, now thrive on the land. The development also now includes riding and cycling paths, ideal for discovering the beauty of the region and its surroundings
Sightseeing tips
- take a walk or cycle through the Papuk Geopark, the biggest park in the area. The Točak peaks are also worth a visit
- don't forget to try the local cuisine. Višnjica is a fabulous restaurant that offers a wide selection of dishes, using local ingredients
- if you are looking for something more active, have a go at quad biking or paintballing on the broad plains that surround the property
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Notable events from our shared experience Atari releases Pong, the first commercially successful video game, on Nov. 29, 1972. Crude by today's standards, the virtual table tennis game launches an industry — one with annual revenue forecast to pass $100 billion in 2018. After takeoff of Northwest Orient Flight 305 from Portland, Ore., to Seattle on Nov. 24, 1971, a man claiming to have a bomb demands a $200,000 ransom and four parachutes. The plane picks up the loot in …
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On March 30, 1981, then-White House press secretary Jim Brady asked one of his aides to accompany President Ronald Reagan for a speech at the Washington Hilton. At the last moment, however, Brady himself went with Reagan. It was a choice that would forever alter the life of the witty, self-deprecating man whose burly build led to the nickname "Bear." On the way out of the hotel, Reagan was attacked by a mentally ill assassin, John Hinckley, who got off …
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Notable events from our shared experience Gloria Steinem delivers an "Address to the Women of America," considered by many one of the century's great speeches, on July 10, 1971. In it, she says: "Sex and race, because they are easy, visible differences, have been the primary ways of organizing human beings into superior and inferior groups, and into the cheap labor on which this system still depends. We are talking about a society in which there will be no roles …
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Notable events from our shared experience Speeding on March 3, 1991, leads to a high-speed Los Angeles police chase for Rodney King and ends with a severe beating that is videotaped. When three of the officers are acquitted of charges a year later, riots break out in South Los Angeles. Mia Farrow appears as The Great Gatsby's Daisy Buchanan on the cover of People Magazine's premier issue, dated March 4, 1974. Other notables in the issue: Marina Oswald, Gloria Vanderbilt …
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The Fourth of July usually brings TV reruns of Yankee Doodle Dandy, with James Cagney hoofing up a storm as uberpatriot-composer George M. Cohan. It's a great film directed by Michael Curtiz, but may I direct your attention to another red white and blue epic, directed by Curtiz the following year, 1943. It's one of the great forgotten blockbuster movies. This is the Army is little more than a musical revue; one production number after another with a cast that includes …
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Yesterday would have been Ronald Reagan's 100th birthday. I have a soft spot for the former actor since he was the first president of my memory. Although I was born when President Carter was in office, my only knowledge of him was of my brother, Tom, telling me he had a peanut farm.
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Gwen Stefani Releases Psychedelic Music Video For New Single 'Baby Don't Lie': WATCH
Gwen Stefani, former lead singer of No Doubt and well-established solo artist in her own right, has released her first new single in several years, and it is sure to be a pop radio hit. The track, called "Baby Don't Lie," has an intoxicating, semi-tribal synth beat that will make you want to dance, and Stefani's voice is typically fun and flirty. The video takes a sore subject--the possibility of an unfaithful loved one--and turns it into a psychedelic landscape of bright color and tingly texture.
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Versions of this speech can be heard beginning this afternoon, when Gov. Mitt Romney takes the stage in the 2:00 pm ET hour. Sen. McCain is scheduled to be the final speaker of the evening session. He'll likely address the crowd in the 10:00 pm ET hour.
Sen. George Allen kicks off the morning session tomorrow at 9:30 am ET, followed by Sen. Brownback and Gov. Huckabee. The proud senior senator from Tennessee, Bill Frist, is scheduled to speak sometime between 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm ET.
Straw poll voting hours are 11:00 am - 1:00 pm ET and 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm ET, with results scheduled to be announced at 9:00 pm ET Saturday.
Timed with the Republican cattle call in Memphis, TN, the RNC is releasing a Web video attacking the "rudderless Democrat Party."
The Web video, which will be shown at the Memphis cattle call, opens with an announcer saying: "It's time to play find the leader of the Democrat Party." The Web video includes references to DNC Chairman Howard Dean's concern about the US becoming like Iran, Sen. Joe Biden's (D-DE) statement that "no party official" speaks for him, Sen. Harry Reid's (D-NV) boasting on killing the Patriot Act, Sen. Hillary Clinton's (D-NY) plantation remarks, and Sen. John Kerry (D-MA) on US soldiers terrorizing Iraqi women and children. It also includes Sen. Ted Kennedy (D-MA) on Samuel Alito and Rep. Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) vowing to stop the President.
RNC spokesgal Tracey Schmitt tells The Note that RNC Chairman Ken Mehlman's remarks will "frame up both the high stakes voters will face in 2006, and lay out in very clear terms how the Democrats continue to be on the wrong side of every critical issue."
Back in Washington, President Bush is making remarks to the National Newspaper Association at 9:40 am ET. After that: a POTUSian Q&A will occur at this august venue.
Scott McClellan announced this morning an upcoming series of Iraq speeches beginning Monday.
Ron Fournier writes up the latest AP/Ipsos poll numbers showing the President with a 37 percent approval rating, the lowest in that poll's history for this president. Note, too, how Sen. Brownback (R-KS) explains the perils of the sixth-year itch. LINK
Bloomberg News reports that American employers added a "greater-than-expected 243,000 workers in February and incomes rose, signs the job market will bolster consumer spending and economic growth. The unemployment rate increased to 4.8 percent." LINK
Majority Leader Boehner and Majority Whip Blunt were quick to hail the numbers, and we bet the President does too.
Mr. Bush meets with the president of Peru at 11:15 am ET, and he and the First Lady meet with organizations that support the US military in Iraq and Afghanistan at 1:15 pm ET.
The grand jury investigating the CIA leak was scheduled to meet at 9:30 am ET.
In a rare move for Ron Bonjean's boss, House Speaker Dennis Hastert (R-IL) will join Majority Whip Roy Blunt (R-MO), Conference Chairman Deborah Pryce (R-OH), and Chief Deputy Whip Eric Cantor (R-VA) on a conference call at 11:00 am ET.


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It's pretty simple: Toyo Tires believes that the world is made to last, just like their all-new Open Country A/T II tire.
The Mayans, on the other hand, believed the world would end December 21, 2012.
Toyo Tires is so sure the world is made to last, they're making an incredible offer: The entire planet gets free tires if the apocalypse actually happens. And if the world doesn't end, 10 fans will win great prizes including a custom 4×4 vehicle.


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Three Sisters Marshmallow Oaties – If you long for cereal that satisfies both your inner child and your inner natural-food enthusiast, this breakfast find will bring a smile to your face!
Three Sisters cereal is available at Whole Foods Markets across the country. Check out our store locator to find the nearest one to you.
Three Sisters is committed to providing consumers with great-tasting instant oatmeal. Some Three Sisters oatmeal varieties utilize old fashioned oats, which are heartier than the instant oats used by the category leader.
MOM Brands is pleased to announce our membership in the Whole Grains Council, an international advocacy group that has been working since 2003 to increase consumption of whole grains for better health, and in 2005 introduced the Whole Grain Stamp, now used on more than 7,100 products in 35 countries. At MOM Brands, we're proud to offer 87 cereals that qualify for the Whole Grain Stamp. We know families are looking for convenient and affordable ways to eat well, and by putting the stamp on our packaging we hope to make it easier for them to identify our whole grain offerings.
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Rosenfels gets start at quarterback
Updated: August 14, 2009, 10:33 PM ETAssociated Press
INDIANAPOLIS -- Sage Rosenfels started ahead of Tarvaris Jackson at quarterback for the Minnesota Vikings on Friday night in their preseason opener against Indianapolis.
For months, it was uncertain if either would have a chance to be the starter as the Vikings courted Brett Favre. The longtime Green Bay quarterback eventually chose to remain retired, leaving Rosenfels and Jackson to compete for the position.
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Asif Ali Zardari completed one year in office with his presidency dogged by the chill in Indo-Pak relations post 26/11 as he confronts with problems of credibility and public perception that he lacks experience to overcome problems ranging from economic woes to a Taliban insurgency.
The 54-year-old widower of slain former premier Benazir Bhutto is still plagued by links to corruption scandals dating back to his days as a federal minister in the 1980s, with numerous SMS jokes still referring to him as "Mr 10 per cent".
Mr. Zardari, who completed one year in office on Wednesday, and his party-led government are under pressure from the US and international community besides India to act against the perpetrators of the Mumbai terror attacks.
Though he tried to normalise relations with India during a meeting with Prime Minister Manmohan Singh in Russia in June, the Indian leader publicly snubbed him, saying his mandate was to tell him to act against terrorists targeting India.
Pakistan tried to resume the Composite Dialogue, which was put on hold by India after the attacks in Mumbai, but New Delhi has clearly told that it cannot be resumed till Islamabad acts against the attackers.
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Yale track star balances practice, books and business
Originally Published: August 15, 2008By Dave Reed | Special to ESPN.com
As a member of Yale's track and field team, Victor Cheng got a first-hand look at the rivalry with Harvard.
One of the oldest and most intense rivalries in college athletics, there usually is no love lost between the Bulldogs and Crimson. The schools first competed in crew in 1852 and have been archrivals ever since.
Cheng became part of the longest-running college rivalry before he ever attended Yale. The two schools were among the three finalists for the former high school ...
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This post is intended to help you get started with the Client-Side Monitoring (CSM) feature in Operations Manager 2012. Client-Side Monitoring provides a real end user perspective on application health for .NET applications, as users are interacting with the application, by collecting performance and exception data from the users browsers in near real time.
I will walk through the necessary steps to enable Client-Side Monitoring as well as ways to interpret and deal with the output of the Client-Side Monitoring compatibility check, which you will run before enabling CSM.
As described in more detail here, you first need to install the Operations Manager Agent on the servers you want to monitor, and import the required Management Packs (the Windows Server Operating System Management Pack, as well as the IIS 7 and/or IIS 8 Management Packs, then the Microsoft.SystemCenter.Apm.Web.IIS7 and Microsoft.SystemCenter.Apm.Web.IIS8 Management Packs from the Operations Manager media).
After doing this, your Web Applications will be automatically discovered. Go to the appropriate "inventory" view in the Operations Manager Console, under Application Monitoring\.NET Monitoring
Select the application you are interested in monitoring. Now, you are ready to run the Client-Side Monitoring Compatibility check.
The JavaScript is injected automatically into the application once you start monitoring of your application using the .NET Application Performance Monitoring template.
Note that it is not possible to enable only Client-Side Monitoring, the Server-Side monitoring must also be enabled when you run the .NET Application Performance Monitoring template.
The Client-Side Monitoring Compatibility check ensures that your application is compatible with Client-Side Monitoring, and does not cause any issues (such as the application running slowly) when the JavaScript is injected. It is important that you run this check before enabling Client-Side Monitoring.
Is is very important to do this in a test or pre-prod environment.
To run the Compatibility Check, simply select the application in the Operations Manager Console, then select the "Check Client-Side Monitoring Compatibility" task and run it. Once the task completes, you will see the results in the task status window, along with any issues found and the resources that may be incompatible with Client-Side Monitoring.
The compatibility check is an Operations Manager task that runs on the server(s) that host your application and checks your application compatibility by examining the binaries and pages that make up the application. If possible incompatibilities are found, the affected resources will be listed in the compatibility check output.
There are 7 compatibility rules that are checked against your application. Here is a short explanation of each rule and the appropriate mitigations for each.
As explained above, Client-Side Monitoring uses JavaScript code, there are a few issues that could present itself when using pages with mixed scripting languages.
The recommended solution for this issue is to exclude the identified pages from monitoring. See section "excluding pages from monitoring" in this post.
Note that the application may still work even if you do not exclude the pages from monitoring. See section "What if I have incompatibilities that I cannot change or do not want to change in my application?"
The Client-Side Monitoring feature uses the Response.Filter property to monitor pages. If the application web page contains the ASP.NET substitution control, changing the Response.Filter property is prohibited.
Client-Side Monitoring uses the Response.Filter property for monitoring purposes. If your application code calls Response.Flush(), this could lead to incorrect responses returned to the browser. This is a warning of a possible compatibility issue, and the recommended solution is to change your application code.
Note that the application may still work even if you do not update your code. See section "What if I have incompatibilities that I cannot change or do not want to change in my application?"
If standard objects or functions are overridden, this may cause incompatibilities with Client-Side Monitoring. This is a warning of a possible compatibility issue.
There are 2 recommended solutions for this issue
This meta tag is expected to be the first on the page right after the <!Doctype> and <html> tags. In client-side monitoring, the tag becomes positioned after the client-side monitoring injected code, so the page rendering process might run incorrectly (might slow-down the loading or have other effects).
This is a warning of a possible incompatibility, most commonly affecting the performance of your application. The recommended solution is to change your code, or exclude these pages from monitoring.
Note that the application may still work even if you do not exclude the pages. See section "What if I have incompatibilities that I cannot change or do not want to change in my application?"
This is a warning of a possible incompatibility, mostly commonly affecting the performance of your application. The recommended solution is to change your code, or exclude these pages from monitoring.
So what if I have compatibility issues in my application that I can't do anything about? Is everything lost? No, it is still possible that Client-Side Monitoring will work. This is because the compatibility check identifies possible issues. If you test your application and determine that the application still works with CSM, it is possible to enable Client-Side monitoring.
Install Client-Side Monitoring and your application in a test or pre-production environment and pay special attention to the pages and resources identified by the compatibility check. If the application behaves normally with Client-Side Monitoring enabled, you can use it to track the end user experience.
Here is how you can test this:
To enable Client-Side Monitoring you need to run the .NET Application Performance Monitoring template. Note that you will need to enable the server-side functionality, it is not possible to only enable client-side functionality.
As you start the wizard and choose the applications that you want to monitor,
also select "enable additional configuration options for server-side and client-side monitoring".
Select the appropriate thresholds for your application regarding performance and/or exception alerts, the appropriate thresholds. In general, client-side threshold settings should be higher than server-side threshold settings. This is because the client-side monitoring contains the server time, too. For instance, when a client-side event is divided into various parts, some of the time is spent on the server, but the client also monitors the time spent on the network and the time spent in the browser.
Note that for the ip address filter, any IP addresses that fit the filter definitions are excluded from client-side monitoring. This means that if the list is empty, all IP addresses are monitored.
If you want to exclude pages from monitoring, or if the compatibility check recommended that you do this, you can do the following
Edit the monitoring template you created, and go to the Client-Side Monitoring tab. Then click customize.
In the excluded pages section, click add, and add any page you want to exclude. This exclusion works based on identifying transactions and only works for ASP.NET.
Now as users are interacting with the application, you should be able to start to see data appearing in the Operations Manager Console.
Let me know if this information is helpful and what other types of information you would like to see for Client-Side Monitoring.
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30.09.04 - Boxing Comebacks a Mixed Bag; 82% of Media Say Trinidad-Mayorga Will End in KO - Whether its money, the roar of the crowd or just to improve ones place in history, there are more boxers who later regret the decision to return to the ring rather than those who stay home. Puerto Rican superstar and three-time world champion Felix Tito Trindad will find out whether he made the right decision to come back on Saturday night in Madison Square Garden and on HBO Pay-Per-View.
Fighters who have been successful include legends like Sugar Ray Leonard emerging victorious in his first comeback versus Kevin Howardand, second, against another legend by the name of Marvelous Marvin Hagler.
If it had ended there it would have been better for Leonard, but it did not. Leonard failed in another comeback against Terry Norris as well as Hector Camacho.
Others who were successful in their comebacks include Muhammad Ali coming out of enforced retirement after three-and-a-half years to beat Jerry Quarry in his 1970 comeback fight. There are others who were successful, the obvious one and Poster Child of all comebackers, George Foreman.
Go way back, almost to the time Father Adam was dispossessed, and youll find Jim Jeffries failing against Jack Johnson in 1910. Almost as far back was Benny Leonards failed comeback against Jimmy McLarnin. Add the names of Joe Louis, Floyd Patterson, etc., etc., to the list of failed comebacks.
The final media poll for Saturdays middleweight clash in Madison Square Garden between Puerto Rican superstar and three-time world champion Felix Tito Trinidad (41-1, 34 KOs) and hard-drinking, hard-smoking, hard-talking and hard-punching former world champion Ricardo El Matador Mayorga (26-4-1, 22 KOs) shows that an incredible 82% of the respondents believe the fight will end in a knockout.
Media members from around the world were asked if they believe the fight will end in a knockout. Of the 99 respondents, 81 said yes with only 18 believing the judges will be asked to determine the outcome.
While considering a knockout, the ring records of both fighters shows Mayorga has never been knocked down in his entire professional career; however, Trinidad has been knocked down by seven different fighters: Bernard The Executioner Hopkins, 9/29/01, TKOBY 12; Ferocious Fernando Vargas, 12/2/00, round 4; David Reid, 3/3/00, round 3; Kevin Leushing 1/11/97, round 2; Oba Motor City Carr, 12/10/94, round 2; Luis Yory Boy Campas, 9/17/94, round 2; and Anthony Stephens, 10/23/93, round 2.
The media remains undaunted by the 7-0 disparity in knockdowns favoring Mayorga as 71% pick Trinidad to win by knockout.
Of those who believe a knockout will occur, listed below please find the exact round they think the fight will end:
Round 2 1
Round 3 2
Round 4 3
Round 5 10
Round 6 13
Round 7 19
Round 8 9
Round 9 10
Round 10 10
Round 11 3
Round 12 1
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Valentine's Day: Grief Blocks Love, Says Grief Expert Aurora Winter
LOS ANGELES, Feb. 14, 2011 /PRNewswire/ — Having trouble finding your Valentine this year? The real problem may surprise you.
Are you lonely that there isn't somebody to share your life with? Are you disappointed with the people closest to you? Are you angry with your mate, your children, or your prospects? You're not alone.
Loneliness, disappointment and anger are all symptoms of grief. Studies show that most people are suffering from unresolved grief.
"Divorce, death, and disappointments can all hurt your chances of finding love — without you knowing it. Unresolved grief blocks love. I can tell you from personal experience that no one wants to compete with a ghost," said Aurora Winter, who founded the Grief Coach Academy after the sudden death of her husband at the age of 33. "People who have lost a spouse to death frequently yearn for their late husband or wife."
But unresolved grief can also take the form of bitterness, resentment, or anger, all of which are common after a divorce or breakup.
"It is a very small step between resenting your ex and being bitter at the entire opposite sex – including your date. To find love, it is absolutely essential that people heal unresolved grief from prior relationships," says Winter.
What is the most attractive thing to the opposite sex? The real answer may surprise you.
"The real secret of being irresistible to the opposite sex is not what most people think. The most attractive people are genuinely happy," says Aurora, author of "From Heartbreak to Happiness." "People want to be around happy people. Happy people get the best dates, the best jobs, and the best opportunities."
Happiness can be dramatically increased. Scientists have discovered that an astonishing 40% of happiness is under our immediate, voluntary control. That is why the right coaching process can produce dramatic results.
"Happiness is feeling good about the present and optimistic about the future," says Aurora.
Here are 5 tips to boost your happiness:
1. Keep a gratitude journal and write down three blessings each day. Focusing on gratitude will improve your mood.
2. Write a heart-felt thank you card to a mentor and give it to them. Share how they have positively impacted your life.
3. Write your own happy ending. Imagine that your life unfolds perfectly. What happens next?
4. Forgive others. Consider that they were doing the best they could with the wisdom they had at the time.
5. Help someone else. Helping others is one of the most powerful things you can do to boost your own happiness.
How do you resolve grief?
"Grief is resolved when we can accept the past and make peace with it," says Aurora. "If you had a broken arm, you would take action. Yet people with broken hearts often do nothing. Don't make that mistake. Attend a workshop or work with a professional, such as a certified grief coach. By taking the right actions, you can release grief, reclaim happiness, and attract new love."
Many people suffer needlessly for years after losing a spouse to death or divorce. They believe the myth that "it just takes time." It doesn't just take time. It also takes the right actions.
At her seminars, Aurora helps people overcome their own grief and regain happiness. She also trains coaches how to help others. The next coach training seminar is April 8 – 10. By following a step-by-step action plan, people are empowered to release their grief quickly and methodically.
"If I can go from heartbreak to happiness, you can, too," says Aurora.
Aurora's book "From Heartbreak to Happiness" is her intimate diary of healing after her husband died suddenly at the age of 33, leaving her widowed with a 4-year-old son.
Dr. Wayne Dyer endorsed Aurora's book, "From Heartbreak to Happiness." "I read every page of this beautiful diary — it touched my heart and I'm sure it will impact yours."
"From Heartbreak to Happiness" is available as a complimentary ebook at http://www.AuroraWinter.com/gifts or http://www.FromHeartbreakToHappiness.com.
To learn more about how to help grieving people, visit http://www.GriefCoachAcademy.com and get a free CD.
About Aurora Winter
Formerly a film and TV executive producer, Aurora Winter has over a decade of experience with the media. Aurora is the founder of the Grief Coach Academy, which is dedicated to training coaches how to coach their clients through grief, and From Heartbreak to Happiness®.
She's a popular guest on radio, TV and print, and has reached over a million people with her message of hope, healing, and happiness. She's a sought-after workshop leader, coach trainer, speaker, and author.
Aurora co-stars with best-selling authors including Bernie Seigel (author of "Love, Medicine, and Miracles") and others in the award-winning documentary feature film "What If."
Contact: Aurora Winter email@example.com 866-344-3108
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Radal Siete Tazas National Park
This is a gorgeous park with a surface area of 5,147.51 hectares (11,324.5 acres), whose major attraction is its 7 waterfalls and their respective 'cups' (tazas) that Claro de Molina river has carved over millions of years out of the basalt rock. This zone is an ecological transition between the draught-tolerant vegetation of the north and the more humid forests of the south. You will find various singing birds, such as thrush and tench, and predators like puma and leopardus colocolo.
Amongst the cypress and oak woods, you will also find traces of ancient nomad peoples and hunter-gatherers, like "piedra tacita" (stones used for the grinding of foodstuffs).
The park is an attractive destination for kayakers, who can navigate the rapids of the Claro river.
Plan your visit
Radal Siete Tazas National Park Basic Information
The park is located in the province of Curicó, district of Molina.
How to get there
The park is located 55 km away from Molina, and its main access is the road coming from the area called Parque Inglés. The first 7 km of this road are paved and the rest is gravel. Nevertheless, the last 9 km are difficult in winter due to the snow fallen in June and July.
There is another access road coming from Talca and San Clemente. It is steep in some areas, so using a pickup truck or a jeep is recommended; the first 40 km are paved. To take this road you have to take the Pehuence International Road, then the crossroad to Corralones, and finally the Las Lomas turnoff for 28 km.
When to go
Year round
Business hours
Summer: from 8:30 to 20:00 hrs
Winter: from 8:30 to 17.30 hrs
Other nearby attractions
Panimávida Hot Springs, Embalse Colbún, Los Ruiles National Reserve, Altos de Lircay National Reserve, Laguna Torca National Reserve, Federico Albert National Reserve.
Trekking, swimming, wildlife observation.
Warm, temperate with long dry season. To the west there is mountain weather due to the higher altitudes. It is common to find snow in winter and spring, specially on the south and east slopes. The average year temperature is 14,7 ºC, and the precipitation index is 980 mm per year.
CONAF, accommodation, transportation
Adults: CLP 1500
Children: CLP 500
Foreigners: CLP 3000
Elderly: FREE
Infrastructure and services in Radal Siete Tazas National Park
Area Administration
It is located in the Parque Inglés area.
Park Ranger's office
Located las Siete Tazas area.
Environmental Information Center
Located in the Parque Inglés area.
Camping areas
Los Robles camping is located in Parque Inglés. It has 50 sites equipped with water, electricity, restrooms, bonfires, and vigilance.
Camping for 6 people (site per day): CLP 8.000
In Parque Inglés there is a guesthouse called "La Flor de la Canela", which is open all year.
First aid
Radal infirmary, 500 mts away from the police post in Rada.
Services outside the area
Food: Molina, 55 km away from the administration area. Also in Flor de la Canela guesthouse
Phone: in Radal infirmary and the guesthouse.
To help protect the reserve and make your visit as pleasant as possible, consider the following recommendations:
- Hunting and fishing are not allowed in the reserve.
- We don't recommend bringing pets.
- The main tourist season is between October and March, but the park is open year round.
Attractions in Radal Siete Tazas National Park
What to see
This park hast beautiful landscapes, among which you can find Las Siete Tazas, which is a sequence of seven waterfalls and their respective pools which tumble into the black basalt rock of the Claro river. There are also two large waterfalls: El Velo de la Novia (Bride's Veil) and La Leona.
Claro river, south limit of the park has eroded the basalt rock for years, forming spectacular shapes, like Las Siete Tazas, El Velo de la Novia, La Leona, and other 22 pools along its bank.
What to do
Baths in ponds in Claro river(Parque Inglés and Radal).
Horseback riding (horses can be rented in Valle las Catas).
Mountain Biking (bikes can be rented in Valle las Catas)
Trekking in the different areas of the park.
Guided excursions
Kayak (only experienced kayakers)
Wildlife observation: everywhere in the park: Parque Inglés, Salto de La Leona, Siete Tazas, Velo de la Novia, Mondaca lagoons, and el Radal.
Several trails coming from Parque Inglés will allow you to get in touch with the area. There are also two interpretive trails.
Tours and viewpoints
Siete Tazas: Spectacular view of the south bank of Siete Tazas
Salto de La Leona Viewpoint: A unique panoramic view of the valley of Claro river, from the top of Salto de la Leona.
Los Coigües Gully: a beautiful landscape with its own microclimate and exuberant flora made up by woods of coigües.
Mountain Cypress forest: this is the best preserved mountain cypress forest in the north of the country.
Los Chorros waterfall: impressive waterfalls of over 100 mts located in the slopes of Frutillar Hill.
Infrastructure for people with special needs: Trail to Siete Tazas, with an extension of 300 mts and covered in 30 min.
Indio Valley
Extension: 15 kms
Estimated time on foot: all day
Los Chiquillanes
Extension: 7 Km.
Estimated time on foot: 5 hours
La Montañita
Extension: 1 Km.
Estimated time on foot: 2 hours
Salto la Leona Interpretive trail
Extension: 1.200 metros
Estimated time on foot: 2 hours
El Coigue
Extension: 1 km.
Estimated time on foot: 1 hour
Natural Heritage
The topography of the area is rugged, with high peaks and crags, especially on the banks of the Claro river, but also some smoother slopes in Parque Inglés. Of the main summits, the peaks of El Alto (6,645 ft above sea level), El Frutillar (5,510 ft), El Fraile (4,674 ft), and El Cordon de Guamparo (7,038 ft) stand out.
The basis of the river system is the Claro river, which corresponds to the southern limit of the area. The main streams are the Campo, Toro and Radal, which empty their waters close to the eastern limit of the park.
The source of these streams is permanent and the waters are remarkably clean. All these streams are important sources of water for the irrigation of the central valley.
The pre-Andean area where Radal Siete Tazas is located, is a place for sclerophyllus vegetation, typical of the Mediterranean-like zones of central Chile and the humid forests of the south. Large terebinth shrubs, Andean beeches, oaks and laurels grow together with soapbark trees, litres and peumos. In the driest part of the hills, you can see cacti and chaguales, typical of the more northern zones.
The vegetation of the area is hugely diverse, especially in the southern part. In particular, there are species of Southern Beech found here, and species classified as 'vulnerable' in the 'Simposio de Flora Arborea y Arbustiva de Chile con Problemas de Conservacion' (Symposium of Chilean Arboreal and Shrub-like Flora with Preservation Trouble). They are for example, Santiago oak, coigue, nirre, hazel tree, laurel and long-leaf 'manio'.
The most notorious fauna in the area are mammals and birds. You can find pudu, pumas, red and grey foxes, guinas and chingues. Two of the three species of marsupial in the country can also be found here: the yaca and the mountain monkey.
Among the birds, it is worth mentioning the burrowing parrot, an "endangered species", chilean pigeons, austral parakeets, peregrin falcons, condors, eagles, white-tailed kite, red backed hawk, black woodpeckers, torrent ducks and many others.
Historical Heritage
Between May 1987 and December 1992 eleven pieces of archaeological research were carried out in this park. Their purpose was to determine the park's archaeological heritage, and get to know the customs of the pre-Columbian hunter-gatherers that inhabited the area. The research revealed the existence of 33 archaeological sites, 28 of which proved indegenous occupations, and other five with historical remains.
The studies carried out in Siete Tazas and its surroundings proved that the indigenous sites had traces of occupation left by Andean hunter-gatherers. These groups camped and stopped in open fields, woods, and the banks of Claro river and other streams. They used the andesita basailtic quarries and the deposits of obsidian to manufacture their stone utensils.


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NorCal Hounds with kids heading to NOLA: Feedback on my proposed plan, please!
Thank you so much for the detailed response and great feedback! Man, maybe I should consider an earlier flight that does have a stop, but I hate to think about getting stuck at some other airport if our first flight is delayed or the second flight has an issue.
Restaurant Patois looks fantastic, too. I hope you share a TR after your March trip as we won't be going until after you.
Jan 31, 2015smiles33 in New Orleans
NorCal Hounds with kids heading to NOLA: Feedback on my proposed plan, please!
Wow, this is the first I've heard of Toup's Meatery and yes, we LOVE meat! I am so intrigued by the BBQ goat--I've only had goat curry out here in CA. The a la carte items look amazing, too--I've never had head cheese or boudin balls. Thanks also for the activity suggestions, as those all sound right up our alley.
Feelings looks like a beautiful date venue--too bad we have the kids with us on this trip. Perhaps on a subsequent kid-free vacation we'll have the chance to try it out? Thanks again.
Jan 31, 2015smiles33 in New Orleans
NorCal Hounds with kids heading to NOLA: Feedback on my proposed plan, please!
I appreciate your advice, but to be honest, no, I'm not looking for restaurants that would be fun for the kids. Taking the girls with us will influence our choices, in that we don't want to take them to inappropriate venues and I have to make sure it's not a place that uses peanuts (e.g., we never go to a local casual restaurant that has bowls of peanuts as free appetizers given my youngest's allergy). But unless it's her birthday or some other kid-centered celebration where we might prioritize a daughter's choices, we don't eat at places that are only tolerable. DH actually refuses to go to Chuck E. Cheese ever again, even though our girls do like that place very much....Thankfully, I have found other birthday venues where I can bring our own food in so we don't have to eat bad pizza.
Anyhow, I research restaurants beforehand (google menus, scan chowhound, etc.) so I can make sure our girls will have some appealing entree choices (there often aren't kids menus at the restaurant we go to) and confirm that the ambiance is not so formal that their presence alone would annoy other guests (or wholly inappropriate, like a sports bar/Hooters type place). They are usually the only children when we go to most restaurants, so we try to target lunches but if we're traveling somewhere, we go to early dinners right when the restaurant opens at 5 or 5:30.
Thankfully, we have never had any issues with bringing them to restaurants without children's menus and have really only had compliments from other guests. Maybe other guests have muttered/thought to themselves, "Why are those kids here?" but I actively monitor my girls to ensure polite and appropriate behavior and voice volume. DH thinks I'm overly sensitive to what other people think, but I know that if I arranged for a special date with my husband and some other parents brought obnoxious kids to dinner, I would be very annoyed.
The girls are well-behaved and pleasant company. They know not to interrupt conversations (unless they're bleeding) and are still included in our conversations so it's not like we enforce the Laura Ingalls Wilder-era rule "children are seen but not heard."
I certainly will not be taking the girls to any bars, but they're not so sheltered that a bunch of obnoxious and profane guests will shock them. We'd use it as a life lesson--sometimes people who are generally nice and polite use poor language and act badly when they have too much alcohol or are just not being thoughtful.
Anyhow, that's a long tangent, and I hope I did not offend anyone, but I do have strong feelings on this topic. Too many parents coddle their kids and lead kid-centered lives. We love our girls dearly but they are not the center of the universe. We love to eat and since they do, too, we bring them along on our eating adventures when it's appropriate.
Jan 31, 2015smiles33 in New Orleans
NorCal Hounds with kids heading to NOLA: Feedback on my proposed plan, please!
I did not intend to offend anyone with my question re: CP. I like distinctive dining experiences, but ones where the food is not the star will always disappoint me. Sadly, I have found that the most well-known restaurants sometimes (often?) do not live up to their reputation. For example, Mama's Fish House in Maui has severely disappointed me twice, especially given how folks claim that it is the best seafood on the island. It may have the best view, great service, and lovely ambiance, but it did not have the best food by far. Thus, when researching options for vacation dining, I tend to focus on places where the consensus among reviewers (CH, friends, professional reviewers) say the food really shines. Everything else (decor, service, location, view, etc.) is just icing on the cake unless I'm trying to plan a special occasion meal.
Given the ringing endorsements here, I will happily book a meal at CP.
NorCal Hounds with kids heading to NOLA: Feedback on my proposed plan, please!
Thanks for including your TRs. I hadn't seen them in my scans of old NOLA threads focused on specific restaurants. Reading about the food at Jazzfest and the trek to Middendorf's are making my mouth water and it's only 9 am here! We won't have a rental car to make that trek, alas, but that does sound like a great trip.
Thanks for your suggestions. I think I could pick up goodies to go from Cochon Butcher to store for late night/early morning snacks. Our kids are usually in bed by 9 pm and up by 7 am. Luke's was on my list initially, but I have read mixed reviews of them as well.
Cafe Atchafalaya's brunch menu looks fantastic--adding it to the list now!
NorCal Hounds with kids heading to NOLA: Feedback on my proposed plan, please!
Thanks for your input, Shanefink! If we were home in SF, I wouldn't bring my girls to any formal gourmet restaurants, mostly because I don't think it's worth spending over $50 to feed a kid unless it's an special family celebration. They are stereotypical good girls who will behave well even in a 5 star restaurant (which DH and I can take some credit for due to our discipline/parenting, but I also think they were both born with good temperaments). However, since we don't travel often and I'm not sure when we're coming back to NOLA, I'm more comfortable spending the cash to take them along so DH and I can enjoy the nicer restaurants. Of course, I do not want to take them somewhere where the sight of children will annoy others (e.g., I would be very annoyed to have seen 6 and 9 years old at French Laundry or Meadowood, even if they were perfectly behaved, as it's obnoxious to spend $300 on a child's meal IMHO).
I definitely want to avoid tourist traps and chain restaurants (I've been told to avoid Emeril's various restaurants, too!), so I appreciate the warning re: ACME. I did read here that Felix's and Casamento are better. Is Commander's Palace considered a tourist trap or do locals actually eat there?
It's true that my youngest cannot eat any type of fish (trout, bass, salmon, etc.) but she CAN eat shellfish and loves crab, lobster, scallops, prawns, etc. I'm hoping to introduce both to crawfish etoufee!
NorCal Hounds with kids heading to NOLA: Feedback on my proposed plan, please!
Hello NOLA Chowhounders! We are NorCal Hounds heading to NOLA for a short 5 day trip (11 meals total as we arrive so late the first night). Sadly, the only direct flight from SF doesn't land until 11 pm at night so no tasty meals that first night. That is, unless one of us heads out after we get our girls in bed....
Anyhow, I've read about a dozen NOLA threads, asked friends, and googled generally so I'd love feedback on some proposed ideas for this trip. Our girls will be 6 and 9 by the time of the trip, are well-behaved, and eat a wide variety of foods (other than the younger one's peanut and fish allergy). We don't need a kids' menu as they eat shellfish, the older one loves sushi/fish, both will eat almost any protein I put in front of them (e.g., they declined veal brains but will eat beef tongue and other unusual cuts of meat).
The emphasis is on food, not ambiance, but I am willing to take them to formal restaurants if that's the best food.
- Cochon (we love tail-to-snout pork dishes!)
We also have a Sunday brunch we could fill somewhere (or we might just stay on CA time and sleep in...).
I'd also love to hear other recs/feedback. A few factors to consider that influenced my choices and may affect what you suggest:
- DH has lactose intolerance and/or mild dairy allergy (no ice cream, no heavy cream, but he can tolerate very small amounts of butter and aged cheese). Most chefs can accommodate this but I mention it because he has had lackluster alternatives at some French restaurants. Thus, this is a good second reason why I'm leaning toward skipping the world-famous formal French/Cajun/Creole (yes, I know there are distinct differences between the three but they all utilize cream more than typical non-French cuisines) restaurants for both the cream and the formal ambiance (e.g., Galatoire's, Antoine's, Arnaud's, etc. which don't seem to get rave reviews here anyway). I still very much want to try Cajun and Creole foods but hoping to go to more casual places and find non-dairy options for DH.
- Budget is not an issue, nor is capacity/appetite. We are the crazy ones who had French Laundry and Meadowood on the same day (11:30 lunch and 5:30 dinner) for our anniversary last year because FL had a last-minute opening for lunch. We had the full tasting menu at both restaurants and enjoyed ourselves thoroughly. I don't know that I'd recommend doing it, but it was a glorious, once-in-a-lifetime indulgence to hit both of those places on the same day. For what it's worth, we preferred Meadowood (I have a report on CH if anyone's interested).
- We both enjoy shellfish as well as game meats. I'm less interested in poultry or fish, but DH would eat fish and duck.
- We have plenty of authentic and tasty Asian food in CA so I want to avoid Chinese, Indian, Korean, Vietnamese, Cambodian, Burmese, Thai, Afghan (which I know is more Central Asian), etc. I know there is a large Vietnamese American community in the Gulf Coast, but we have many Vietnamese restaurants in California, too. I really want local cuisine that is distinctive to NOLA.
- I'd prefer to stay within New Orleans since we're relying on taxis/streetcars and I'm not sure I want to travel too far (unless it's REALLY worthwhile).
Thank you for any tips!
Jan 27, 2015smiles33 in New Orleans
North American destination city for culinary vacation with young kids?
Just wanted to update that we are leaning toward a quick 5 day trip in June to...NEW ORLEANS! I know it will be hot and likely humid (at least compared to California), but I am drooling over the amazing restaurant menus.
Thank you again to all. I'm definitely keeping this thread bookmarked for inspiration for future trips!
Jan 27, 2015smiles33 in General Topics
Where should we eat dinner? [Cupertino / Saratoga area]
Yikes, lamb with white onion? I hope they haven't changed chefs!
I haven't been there in about 6 months but the last time I went, we definitely had thin slices of good lamb (not the fatty stringy stuff I've had at Darda Muslim Chinese Restaurant in Fremont) with thin slivers of green onions.
I also know that my parents have ordered a sour cabbage clay pot with random stuff in it (I don't eat tripe, so I can't recall if there was tripe). I'm sorry to hear you had such a disappointing meal.
As for the statement re: LA's Muslim Chinese restaurants being better, I would love to test that out personally. I lived in LA in the late 90s and remember frequenting a Muslim Chinese place in the San Gabriel Valley (Alhambra?). I know it had a green roof and was in a strip mall near a Ranch 99/Chinese grocery store. It was good, but not as good as Eastern House, IMHO.
Jan 21, 2015smiles33 in San Francisco Bay Area
The often overlooked Fremont/Union City/Newark corridor...
I remember Country Way! DH and I had breakfast there a couple times and you're right--large portions, homestyle breakfasts, and old-time service is right on the money.
Your mention of Mexican food reminds me of La Casita. I loved their tomato/chicken/rice soup. As for main courses, I liked their chile verde and Gibo special (potatoes smothered in cheese, which seem just like scalloped potatoes au gratin and not Mexican to me at all).
Jan 11, 2015smiles33 in San Francisco Bay Area
North American destination city for culinary vacation with young kids?
Thank you to everyone for all the great recommendations! Wow, looks like we have inspiration for several years' worth of vacations to plan for now.
I'll talk it over with DH, figure out what our priorities are for 2015, and definitely update the thread once it's settled.
Thanks again!
Jan 06, 2015smiles33 in General Topics
Where to buy Foie gras in East Bay?
Well, driving above 65 mph on the freeway when the maximum speed limit is marked 65 mph is also "technically illegal but lots of people don't respect or follow the law." If you drive above 65 mph, you accept the risk of being ticketed (as well as greater risk of injury should there be an incident).
If I could order foie gras in a Californian restaurant, I would do so and accept the risk that I might be fined.
Jan 06, 2015smiles33 in San Francisco Bay Area
Where to buy Foie gras in East Bay?
The menu, which was NOT the same as the one on the website, specifically stated "Hudson Valley foie gras." That's why I did a double-take and asked the waitress, "You REALLY have foie gras?"
I'm not an idiot. I can read. If it had said ankimo or monkfish liver, I wouldn't have posted it here on this thread about foie gras.
Jan 06, 2015smiles33 in San Francisco Bay Area
North American destination city for culinary vacation with young kids?
Hi Bada Bing. We usually take 4-5 day trips, as DH's work schedule is such that he can't take more than 2-3 days off work. Thus, unless we stick to CA (and we've done a lot of road trips already), we won't be able to limit our travel to just road trips with that short of a timeframe. We also usually travel in the shoulder season, April/May or Sept., again due to his work schedule.
I have been to DC a dozen times or more now due to work commitments, so I don't wish to return as a family. It conjures up too many work-related memories so I don't find DC relaxing at all. I've also been to NYC about a half-dozen times and DH and I have made 2 adult-only treks there in the past 2 years so we also want to try something new. I went to Chicago for the first time last summer for work and loved the high-end food I had. Yet I think I'm looking for something more distinctive than a "typical" American city for our next family vacation. I do think it could be fun to explore Portland (if I can convince DH, who probably thinks it's full of the same hipsters/hippies as SF/Berkeley).
As I said in my initial post, we have road-tripped throughout California (as far north as Shasta, throughout the Central Valley to DH's various favorite lakes, Lake Tahoe/Reno to the east, Los Angeles to the south) as that's how we vacationed for the first 6 years of parenthood. In our early budget-conscious days, we'd rent a houseboat at Shasta or a small condo/apartment somewhere in CA and DH would just cook all meals.
We finally took the girls on a flight when we went to Maui 2 years ago. It's not the prettiest Hawaiian island, but it has the best compromise of good food and good outdoor options without the urban congestion of Oahu. We hang out on the beach or at the pool/hot tub, explored local food options (it was fun seeking out the little bakeries for malasadas and strolling the Swap Meet), and headed to local restaurants. No luaus, no submarine rides, no boat rides, or anything else where the typical tourist crowds are.
Jan 04, 2015smiles33 in General Topics
North American destination city for culinary vacation with young kids?
I really appreciate this thorough reply, so I thought I'd respond to it directly. I'm sorry to hear Montreal was disappointing and would love to hear which restaurants you found lackluster. In my mind, the French culture would be a nice bonus, but what's most relevant to us are French attitudes/preferences when it comes to eating! I can happily imagine indulging in pain au chocolat for breakfast, cheese, pate, and baguettes for a light lunch or snack, foie gras at dinner, etc.
I went to Vancouver decades ago as a teen and was impressed by all the Asian cuisine, but it doesn't strike me as a food destination for other cuisines. Maybe I'm wrong?
New Orleans does strongly appeal to us but you're right, as I worry about the party atmosphere/Bourbon Street vibe. My kids are both in bed by 9 and I wonder if we can find a place where it would actually be quiet but not in the middle of nowhere.
FWIW, my girls are very calm and happily play together or read together (the 8 year old reads to the 5 year old). Yes, they like to swim/lounge in a hot tub (which we don't have at home), so it would be nice to find a place with access to a pool/hot tub. Other than that, we do not schedule their days nor do we go out of our way to specially cater to them while on vacation (though we do avoid Michelin-starred restaurants when they're with us and I always make sure to accommodate our younger daughter's food allergies).
In fact, I often joke they would enjoy almost anything if we keep them plied with snacks. That's been DH's strategy when he drags them to college football games--they eat for hours from every vendor who walks by and at halftime there is also sushi and hot food in the Club room. Give them food and then they're happy to watch a boring football game!
North American destination city for culinary vacation with young kids?
Thanks to all who have chimed in with your thoughts thus far. Yes, as James pointed out, we really are ALL about the food and just relaxing. If there's something interesting to fill up an hour or two in between meals, I'm receptive, but we are not going to choose a locale for the activities. I really want to go for great food, something less available here in California, which is why both New Orleans and Montreal appeal to me. We have French restaurants in SF, but I'm sure there is something special (and perhaps more authentic?) when it comes to French restaurants in French-speaking Montreal. Plus I have yet to have really good Cajun or Creole food in CA.
I think I'd skip some of the places mentioned thus far because we have great Asian food, Mexican (though I understand Tex-Mex is different), seafood, "American fine dining" (meaning not French), etc. We also have a ton of activities available to us here (world-class aquarium, children's museums, zoos, skiing, fishing, boating, wine-tasting, hiking, etc.) so I'm really looking for a more unique food culture.
Athena: I think you make a valid point. I always research extensively before our vacations to figure out where the "locals" eat and CH'ers have been remarkably accurate in their recommendations (and places to avoid!). When we go to Maui, we really do feel like "seasoned pros" given the excellent advice we've received. I feel sorry for the travelers who never leave their resorts or who flock to the restaurants in tourist-heavy neighborhoods--they are missing out on the "hole-in-the-wall" gems that don't advertise in the airport brochures!
North American destination city for culinary vacation with young kids?
Hello CH'ers! I found a few older threads touting New Orleans, NYC, SF, Montreal, Vancouver, Oaxaca, etc., but I wondered if folks with young children could chime in, too, about North American cities for a culinary vacation. FYI, we're not yet ready to spend the time and money to fly all 4 of us to Asia or Europe from the West Coast.
Our daughters are 5 and 8 and adventurous eaters, but the 5 year old has peanut and fish allergies. We are cautious when going to any restaurant that uses peanuts (e.g., Thai or Vietnamese) due to cross-contamination concerns. I'm less concerned about restaurants that serve fish, so we regularly eat at sushi and seafood restaurants.
Food is the priority for us when we travel as a family. We typically rent a place with a kitchen (DH loves to cook, even while we're on vacation) and eat breakfast there. Then the remainder of the day is spent planned around restaurants or food markets to explore. When not eating, we spend a lot of time relaxing at the rental (reading books, playing board games, watching TV, surfing the net, playing in the pool) and exploring the outdoors (beach, mountain, etc.). We are loungers, not go-go-go vacationers who want to see all the sights. We never go to historical sites where you have to stand in line (like an old mission), museums, etc. while on vacation. We'd rather just be like the locals and eat and relax while on vacation.
For what it's worth, we've traveled throughout California (road trips are fun and DH has taken us to nearly every lake with bass fishing within a 5 hour drive), take annual trips to Maui, and DH and I have taken adults-only trips to NYC, Vegas, and Texas. I took a solo business trip to Chicago last summer and that was a great dining destination, too.
I'm leaning toward either Montreal or New Orleans right now. Both sound amazing, though I think they offer very different types of experiences. Since we'll be bringing our kids, I don't plan to indulge in high-end dining. While my girls are well-behaved (I just had an older man compliment me on their behavior last week while we were waiting for passport photos), I personally don't feel comfortable taking them to the high-end/special occasion restaurants. We have taken them right at opening (like 5:30!) to "nice" restaurants (meaning real tablecloths and mid-range price points) but otherwise we focus on restaurants offering really delicious food rather than ambiance when we're planning family meals.
We live in the SF Bay Area so we often take the girls to casual ethnic restaurants (Afghan, Burmese, Korean, Mexican, etc.). We also enjoy "destination" adventures like snacking at the Ferry Building in SF with oysters and clam chowder (plus grilled cheese sandwiches for them) from Hog Island, bread from Acme, more cheese from Cowgirl Creamery, charcuterie from Boccalone, etc. Montreal's Jean-Talon Market sounds like a similar fun food playground! Yet I know my girls also would love to eat beignets, jambalaya, and po boys.
Thanks for any tips or feedback!
Sounds like a great first day! I forgot to mention the farm--my kids love feeding the animals and getting ice cream there.
Kid-friendly yet high quality food in North Shore Lake Tahoe?
Congrats on the new vacation home! Very exciting. My eldest is now 8, so not quite 10.
We haven't been back to Tahoe in a couple years, but the last time we went, we had a delicious breakfast at Log Cabin Cafe. Girls got pancakes, I opted for the crab cake Benedict, DH got some sort of scramble, and we both enjoyed Bloody Mary cocktails. Now that they're 5 and 8, we can go to more restaurants but since we have a kitchen in the condo at Northstar, DH usually just cooks.
Jamestown, Sonora and other Gold Country options?
Oops! You're right, I'm sorry I misspoke re: the brewery. We even made a trek to Turlock to eat at the brewery last year (I remember our girls loved the mac and cheese on a stick!).
Yes, Louie's is quite a place. We often see lots of Harleys out front on the weekends, so it draws a fair amount of out-of-town folks. Great beer, cool ambience (but for the electricity and the beer signs, it could be a 100 years ago), and the aforementioned awesome prime rib sandwich. We haven't made it out there for dinner yet, but Louie's Facebook page has a menu link and says the open-faced prime rib sandwich is only $14 while the prime rib dinner is $25.
I saw Tululah's today but it wasn't open when we first walked by and then my girls saw JDogg's. We ended up waiting until they opened at 11 am and had delicious hot dogs. It's a small cozy diner-type restaurant specializing in hot dogs and burgers. The waitress was awesome--friendly, efficient, helpful, and sincere. Plus I really liked my "snappy" habanero dog--much spicier than I anticipated with their added sauce! I definitely hope to return to try some of the other options.
Jamestown, Sonora and other Gold Country options?
I did a search but most of the posts were from 2006 or earlier....We have made a few treks to Gold Country over the past year and would love more tips on where to get a good meal. For what's it worth, here are a few of the places we've tried:
Willow Steakhouse in Jamestown has been our go-to place because we love their prime rib melt sandwiches. We've probably gone at least 5 or 6 times now. Funny thing is that I don't think many Asians go there, because the one male waiter there recognizes us now on sight. :)
We also have eaten several times at Louie's Saloon in La Grange. This is a tiny town and the saloon is in an amazing old building. We never would have guessed that they have an amazing prime rib sandwich. Yes, more red meat, and prime rib specifically! We've taken family and friends here as well and many rave that this rivals the best prime rib they've had from places in SF (aka House of Prime Rib). Yet they are priced at a fraction of the cost of what you'd pay in the city. I think this is even better than Willow.
We also tried the Lumberyard, which is closer to Lake Don Pedro side of La Grange. This place has burgers and hot dogs, as well as beers on tap (including our new favorite IPA from a Tuolumne County brewery, Hops of Wrath). I've seen signs about their "world famous hamburger" but I wasn't that impressed. The kids liked the play area in the back (lots of toys, including a tricycle that my then 4 year old rode around the area). It used to be an actual lumberyard store, so it's huge, with a pool table and not the best ambience. But it's casual, bus-your-own-dishes kind of place and friendly folks working there. Yet I don't think it's worth the trek out there. They don't have much competition, as the only other establishment nearby is a gas station/mini-mart.
We wandered over to Coulterville one day and ended up having lunch at Coulter Cafe. There was a very friendly woman at the counter, where we ordered our sandwiches. I was surprised when first walking in, as the cafe is part of a general store. It's not a huge building, so there's limited seating (albeit very cozy booths) and you can see customers walk up to the same woman to buy toilet paper and other sundry goods. Basic solid food, but it's one of the few options when in the tiny town of Coulterville with young children (we passed a noisy bar when walking through the one street town).
In Sonora, the big city of the area, we tried Emberz. Menu looked appealing on-line, but execution was disappointing. I think they were sorely understaffed the day we went, too. Anyhow, not worth a return trip when there are so many other options.
We are heading to Sonora again tomorrow to check out a few more options so I'll update when I have more to add.
Stops on I 5 between San Francisco and the Northern CA border
We used to annually make the trek from the Bay to Lake Shasta with our dog and always stopped at Granzella's in Williams, CA for the Big Tom sandwich (basically, your traditional Italian combo with salami, mortadella, turkey, etc.). We always called ahead and ordered them to go and then ate them at the picnic benches across the street in the small "park" (basically a grass strip) adjacent to the parking lot. That way our dog could stretch his legs, too, while we ate.
With the drought and low lake levels, we haven't been in a few years and I know I read somewhere that they suffered a major fire. Still, assuming they're still there, it's a convenient option. They also have a full sit-down restaurant but we always opted for the deli sandwiches and eating outside.
I'm not sure if you will see this since you're already there, but I thought I'd chime in with my two cents. We meet up with friends in Avila Beach regularly and Giuseppe's is always on the list. However, since we have a 5 and 8 year old, we try to go to dinner early (like 5:30) or order dinner to go because of the popularity of the place. It's difficult waiting over an hour to sit down to dinner if you have kids!
Splash Cafe in Pismo always has a line out the door, but their clam chowder is world famous and worth the wait. Fortunately, the line moves quickly as it's a counter-service restaurant.
We don't often go to SLO, but I second the rec for Novo. We had a lovely lunch on their patio a couple years ago.
When we go without the kids, there are a few places right on the ocean cliffs that are perfect to enjoy cocktails and appetizers, but less appropriate if your 8 year old is with you.
We also love picking up charcuterie, cheese, wine, and other snacks from the DePalo & Sons deli in Shell Beach. It's overpriced, I know, but they have delicious options from their Italian deli, including specialty items (we love their jars of roasted artichokes imported from Italy). We rarely get out with a bill under $100!
Have a great time!
The often overlooked Fremont/Union City/Newark corridor...
Thanks for chiming in! I just wanted to add that I believe Yuki sold his place last year and we haven't been back since it's been under new ownership. That's why it wasn't on my original list.
There was a big sign on the window on one of our last visits. I think he decided to retire. Too bad, as his was the only Japanese-owned Japanese restaurant that I knew of in the area. I believe Satomi and a few others in FUN are either Korean or Chinese-owned (and the nigiri/sashimi cuts are inferior, IMHO, so it could be they don't have properly trained sushi chefs). My in-laws live very close to Yuki's so we went there at least a dozen times over the past decade.
Jan 01, 2015smiles33 in San Francisco Bay Area
Etoile, restaurant that helped launch Napa Valley food scene, is closing
How sad! We were wine club members a few years ago and regularly enjoyed lunch at Etoile.
Jan 01, 2015smiles33 in San Francisco Bay Area
The often overlooked Fremont/Union City/Newark corridor...
Went to Kyain Kyain last night and wanted to report in! We ordered the samosa salad (a winner with spicy kick that snuck up on us!), garlic chicken noodles (decent, but not memorable--fortunately my 5 and 8 year old girls enjoyed it), goat curry with paratha (another winner--and my girls devoured the paratha), pork noodle soup (pork meatballs were bland but DH enjoyed the quail eggs and I was surprised to see both thin vermicelli and thicker wide noodles in the same bowl!), and fish noodle soup (which was a surprise to me given its thicker consistency and crunchy bits of some sort of fried bean or lentil).
When we return, I want to try some of the dry noodle dishes, the tea leaf salad, and order the samosa salad and goat curry again. Totally worth a detour to try this place when in Fremont!
Dec 29, 2014smiles33 in San Francisco Bay Area
Where to buy Foie gras in East Bay?
I know selling foie gras in California is illegal, but there are loopholes to that law, which was my point. I know you can "give" it away, but Joshu-Ya had a price next to the foie gras so I'm wondering if there is some other loophole that the owner/chef discovered that no other Bay Area restaurant has yet (to my limited knowledge).
Where should we eat dinner? [Cupertino / Saratoga area]
LOL! They have never had a "nice" ambience in their various incarnations, but the food is awesome. We have followed the owners all around the Bay Area as they have moved the restaurant a few times, back when it used to be known as Peking Eastern House. I remember their Campbell location when I still lived at my parents' home in the early 1990s, then Fremont in the 2000s after I finished grad school, and then back to West San Jose within the past 5-7 years.
Where should we eat dinner? [Cupertino / Saratoga area]
+1 for both Chinjin Eastern House and Shanghai Garden. My immigrant Chinese parents live in Saratoga and those are two of our favorite restaurants. We just ate at Shanghai Garden on Saturday and I absolutely love their seaweed/tempura-fried fish filets (I have no idea what the English name is, my parents always order it). At Chinjin, we always order the sesame bread, the lamb with scallions, the beef noodle soup, and the "Chinese hamburgers."
Dec 22, 2014smiles33 in San Francisco Bay Area
Where to buy Foie gras in East Bay?
FYI, at least some places seem to ignore that law. We were at Joshu-Ya Brasserie in Berkeley last night and their special tasting menu (which also allows you to order individual items a la carte) had Hudson Valley foie on it. I did a double-take and asked the waitress, "Is that REALLY foie gras?" She said yes, so I ordered it. However, she came back later and said the chef decided not to serve any of the tasting menu that night. I was disappointed, but not too surprised given the fact that it's supposedly illegal. I don't understand how they're able to do this! For what it's worth, it was under $20 for the entree and I can't recall how it was supposed to be prepared.


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The service is rolling out to customers in India's Hyderabad, and will allow them to make payments with cash, rather than a card.
The Gridboard skateboard rolling around on Indiegogo uses super-strong carbon fiber to make a futuristic-looking longboard.
After allegedly being raped by her Uber driver in Delhi, an Indian woman sues the US-based ride-hailing service on its home turf. She's asking Uber to "overhaul" its safety measures around the world.