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Spago Beverly Hills
Wolfgang Puck's legendary flagship restaurant is
now open with a completely new menu and design. Enjoy small plates and
delicious cocktails under the direction of Executive Chef Lee Hefter. The
dining room has also been redesigned to include a wine cellar boasting a 30,000
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Bouchon offers traditional French bistro fare
with a menu that showcases the best products available each day. Bouchon also
features a raw bar with select oysters on the half shell and many other Fruits
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warm ambiance. The restaurant is open for lunch, brunch and dinner, and also
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Caulfield's provides an American culinary
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Mastro's Steakhouse
Steakhouse provides a combination of world-class service, highly acclaimed
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of the top 10 steakhouse in the U.S." by Gayot, Mastro's offers top of the line
chops and seafood dishes prepared by Executive Chef Walter Mayen. Mastro's
began as a family-owned restaurant founded in Scottsdale in 1999. Mastro's Restaurants, LLC acquired the
restaurant group in 2007 and has since expanded to multiple restaurants across
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Hillstone restaurant is a family-owned business that delivers first-rate hospitality and tasty foods in a friendly atmosphere. The known restaurant serves classic American dishes like apple
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spinach artichoke dip.
Via Alloro
Via Alloro, owned by renowned chefs and
restaurateurs, brothers Giacomino and Tanino Drago, features a menu of
traditional Italian cuisine with a flare of fusion. A swordfish carpaccio or a
zucchini blossom stuffed with fresh ricotta and mozzarella is a perfect way to
start your meal. Choose from a vast variety of savory entrees ranging from
homemade pasta dishes to stone oven pizzas in a classic Italian setting. The
outside patio also offers additional seating and is perfect for intimate
gatherings or large festivities.
McCormick & Schmick's
Enjoy fresh seafood, shellfish or aged steaks and garden fresh salads at
this famous retail shopping district location in Beverly Hills. McCormick &
Schmick's sources and prepares only the freshest seafood and the menus reflect
the fresh daily seafood options. The restaurant has been recognized as "best
seafood restaurant", and this excellence continues to the bar, where award
winning bar food and handcrafted beverages are served to guests. Alfresco or
indoor dining options available.
Piccolo Paradiso
Piccolo Paradiso is an excellent new hangout in
Beverly Hills that offers fantastic Italian dishes such as the signature
risotto with wild mushrooms and baked eggplant filled with ricotta, tomato,
basil & mozzarella cheese. Run
by chef Giacomino Drago, the quaint restaurant is a popular spot for locals and
visitors to enjoy classic fine Italian cuisine. Piccolo Paradiso is open for
lunch and dinner.
e baldi
Serving traditional Tuscan cuisine in a warm and elegant
surrounding, e. baldi is a a must-try when dining in Beverly Hills. Master Chef
Eduaro Baldi recreates simple, authentic dishes, with a style that doesn't
include too many ingredients or flavors.
il Pastaio
Since opening in 1994, Il Pastaio has become a
neighborhood favorite serving mouthwatering handmade pasta, which plays a
starring role on this trattoria's menu.Lauded by foodies as "a taste of
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Bonbon in the Heart of Madrid
Size30 m²
Floor No.3
- Internet/WiFi
- Kitchen
- Air conditioning
- Washer/dryer
- Balcony/terrace
- Towels
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Accommodation summary
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Located in one of the most emblematic areas of Madrid, near the Royal Palace, it is a haven of peace in the bustle of the capital, allowing you to enjoy the entertainment and charm of our city.
After an integral reform in July 2013, it has become truly sophisticated, innovative and welcoming. I've taken care of the smallest of details to make your stay a privileged experience. It preserves its original art in the rafters and the entrance door, which are over two hundred years old.
The living room has a cozy reading area and a large and comfortable sofa, which can be converted into a bed 1,20m wide. The bedroom conserves the original rafters in the ceiling. The size of the bed mattress is 1,50 x 2.00m, and is made of high quality viscoelastic material which will give you the best possible rest. The bed and bath linen are also of the highest quality. The kitchen is fully equipped with all the modern appliances, cookware and utensils needed to make your stay more comfortable (microwave, refrigerator, dishwasher, washing machine, Nespresso coffee maker, kettle, toaster, juicer, blender, iron, hair dryer, etc.).
To facilitate your arrival, you will also find some basic items, like coffee, tea, sugar, salt, oil and vinegar. Free WiFi internet access is at your disposal. And a powerful heat pump and air conditioning in every area. Everything is perfectly clean and tidy so you can start to enjoy it without worrying about anything.
The views from the terrace are splendid, and the terrace itself is covered with flowers and plants that fill the air with pleasant scents. Also the natural light coming from the skylights are very charming, creates a very special atmosphere.
It is set on the third floor, and, as most of the buildings in the center of Madrid, it does not have elevator. But if you have heavy luggage, let me know and I'll be happy to help you carry it upstairs! :)
Due to its strategic location it is at walking distance from the most emblematic places of the city: the Royal Palace, the "Almudena" Cathedral, the Royal Theatre, "Puerta del Sol", "Plaza Mayor" with a required stop in the "San Miguel" Market. And on Sundays you will be able to visit the most important famous numismatic market in Spain.
You will not want to stop walking around "La Latina", "El barrio de las letras" with its trendy shops and antiques, the "Gran Via" street and the "Chueca" district. You will also be delighted in the lively Habsburg district, with its unique streets full of history and places to enjoy the Spanish gastronomy and its lively time for "aperitivo". And you can also walk the neighborhood of Lavapies on Sunday, featuring the oldest flea-market of the city, "El Rastro", or visit the museums "Prado", "Thyssen" and "Reina Sofia".
It has excellent public transport connections, allowing you to explore the rest of the city and surroundings easily. You have the Opera metro stations, Callao, and Sol and its light rail station, which allows seamless communication with the Atocha train station, Chamartin and Barajas airport.
House rulesThe apartment is fitted with great care and detail to make your stay enjoyable.
Please, keep the floor in the same condition that housekeeping left it like.
No parties for respect and the rest of the neighbors.
The floor and the kitchen counter is made of wood, try to always keep it dry so it will not get damaged.
Turn off the lights and air conditioning before leaving the apartment, this will help to save energy and protect the environment. The garbage should be deposited in the garbage room next to the stairs on the left.
The delivery of keys is done at the apartment itself.
Check-in will be from 15h. However, it is flexible if the apartment occupancy permit it. Please call me as soon as you arrive in Madrid, from the airport or train station to arrange a greeting time.
The check-out, unless otherwise agreed with us, must be done at maximum at 11h.
There is a deposit of 150 € on check-in and will be returned via bank transfer following successful check-out.
Any questions, concerns or help you need during your stay, feel free to contact me directly.
You are not allowed to have more people stay in the apartment than indicated when booking.
Always leave the apartment locked and always remember to take the keys with you. Loss of keys will constitute an additional charge of €50.
|Weekly rate for up to 2 guests
|510 €
|Monthly rate for up to 2 guests
|1680 €
|Price for > 2 guests
|13 € per guest/night extra
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Reviews of this property
perfect apartment for us,quiet though close to everything.Sol is a very nice and serviceminded host.we hope we will have the opportunity to return.
Bonbon in the Heart of Madrid is a very nice place to stay. It really is in the heart of the city, and in a safe and old neighbourhood as well. According to an old Dutch tradition, every December Saint Nicholas visits the Netherlands on his steamer. He brings many presents for the children. Saint Nicholas gave his name to his American colleague Santaclaus. We were so happy that the Bonbon in the Heart of Madrid was right opposite the church of Saint Nicholas. We were away, but we felt home at the same time! We loved the apartment, it was compact, but clean and well equipped. Everything we needed was there. We spent lots of time on the terrace, looking out over the roofs of the old city. All the sights or within walking distance. We will definitely come again!
I only have good things about my whole stay in Madrid. The apartment was perfect for me and I especially loved the balcony! Sol was a perfect host in every way, she even made sure I connected to the net before she left the apartment! I will most certainly be back and also recommend the apartment to my fiends!
This is a truly beautiful place. It's well designed and perfect for exploring Madrid. It's well located with walking distance from all the important and interesting places we wanted to see and visit. It's in a quiet side road but in seconds you are in the heart of Madrid! We enjoyed a number of breakfasts and evenings with a glass of wine on the balcony with views over the St Nicholas church immediately across the street. Sunsets with views of the rooftop of the cathedral located next to the royal palace is a treat, and yes you can see it's rooftops from the balcony! Would strongly recommend the place and would happily visit it again. Thanks Sol!
A loft 100% recommended, every detail lovingly cared you could need and Sun is a very friendly and makes you feel as you walk agusto.
The area is dynamic, near any point and very quiet for comfortable rest. Returning to Madrid insurance will be our first choice.
Una buhardilla 100% recomendable, cuidada con mimo cada detalle que pudieses necesitar y Sol es una persona muy amable y que hace te sientas agusto nada más entrar.
La zona es dinámica, cercana a cualquier punto y muy tranquila para el descanzo. Al volver a Madrid seguro será nuestra primera opción.
Agradecidas a Sol, la propietaria, por su buena atención y detallosa acogida. El apartamento está limpio y con todo lo necesario, quien lo necesite tiene un gran armario. La situación, en todo el centro de Madrid, es inmejorable, nada más que por eso y por el silencio que hay en la calle, con lo cual se descansa estupendamente, se "perdona" que no haya ascensor. Por cierto, el colchón es estupendo, hemos dormido mejor que en casa... ja ja ja!!!
Wie ein Vogelnest mit Ausblick inmitten der Altstadt. Komfortabel, ruhig. Wir fühlten uns sehr wohl und die Betreuung war gut. Wir genossen unsere zeit in Madrid und können diese Wohnung nur weiterempfehlen. Bruno
Un bombon es un apartamento muy coqueto que tiene mas detalles que en mi propia casa. Comenzamos con la cama que para mi es una de las cosas mas importantes, buen colchón con una capa viscoelastica, igualmente las almohadas, ambas de muy buena calidad. Tienes un gran armario con bastantes cajones y perchas para colocar. El salon comedor con un pequeño balcón para poder tender la ropa. Tiene una television pequeña y un sofa cama para dos personas. La cocina americana esta llena de electrodoméstico y utensilios de buena calidad. Por ultimo el baño en forma restangular de aproximadamente 4 metros de largo 1 de ancho, con ducha incluido. Todos los materiales de muy buena calidad. El único pero es que es estrecho y la entrada de poca altura. Me di dos cabezazos. El suelo de la casa el de tipo parquet, lo que la hace bastante cómoda y agradable. Soledad es una chica muy agradable que te ayuda en cualquier cosa que este a su alcance. El apartamento esta en la planta tercera sin ascensor. La zona donde esta es muy buena y muy céntrica, tiene dos supermercados en la calle mayor a 3 minutos andando. La próxima vez que vuelva a madrid quisiera repetir.
Wir hatten eine tolle Zeit in dieser fantastischen Stadt, die mit einer herzlichen und persönlichen Begrüßung von Sol eingeläutet wurde.
Die Unterkunft war exakt so, wie im Vorfeld beschrieben und absolut ruhig und zentral gelegen.
Die Wohnung ist klein, liebevoll und geschmackvoll eingerichtet, dabei total zweckmäßig und alles ist auch für einen längeren Aufenthalt ausgestattet.
Sol ist eine sehr warmherzige, hilfsbereite und angenehme Frau und Vermieterin und wir kommen jederzeit gerne wieder zurück.
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My hives are booming. The weather seems to have begun to move into Spring, even though rain seems to be on the horizon come next weekend.
When I came about 5-6 feet of one of my hives, a few bees became protective. I was wearing blue and green. They seem to be moving with very quick speed, but they never landed or stung me. Temp is 87 degrees. Should I be concerned that the queen could be Africanized or is this normal action for early Spring?
I am aware that those in my area start early to deal with their hives. Should I be concerned about taking honey from a honey super?
I must swap the deep with the upper deep soon - right? Do you think I should do it asap?
Any advice you can give, I'd appreciate it.


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The population in New Jersey is growing. Currently at 8.938 million people, every resident must have health insurance as a mandate from the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act. Figuring out what the best health insurance in New Jersey is can be challenging, especially if you are not sure what category you fall into when it comes to health insurance. Let's start off with some of the best plans from https://insurancequote.deals/new-jersey-health-insurance-quotes/ and make our way through the best health insurance in New Jersey.
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The best health insurance in New Jersey comes from businesses that provide insurance to their employees as a working bonus. While the number of companies that do this and the quality of the insurance are decreasing, most employers offer a range of plans that can be selected depending on cost and need. With affordable rates taken out of a paycheck pre-tax, you can save a lot of money by going through your employer.
The state of New Jersey provides medical coverage for those who cannot currently afford it. Individuals with a monthly income of less than $903 a month with the first $20 a month excluded can qualify for insurance coverage by the state. Why is this second in the list of best health insurance types? Oddly enough, Medicaid covers nearly all expenses associated with injury, leaving you paying very little. In addition, it can cover services at doctor's offices and all medically relevant treatments. Often, the amount a person would have to earn above Medicaid and break even is around 5 to 6 thousand dollars more before they see any increase in their disposable income.
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The state-run exchange setup through the Patient Protection and Affordable Care act varies greatly in its quality and will depend on a lot on what you can afford, what subsidies you can apply for, and what you get lucky enough to find. It is third on the list for best health insurance because it can range so widely in coverage.
Similar to Medicaid, Medicare is set up for everyone over the age of 65, as well as those with special needs. Medicare is a safety net, and as a result does not have a reputation for having the best insurance. That is why it finds itself at the bottom of the list for possible kinds of insurance offered in the state of New Jersey.


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Every July, thousands of people descend on San Diego for the year's biggest pop culture event: Comic-Con. Of course Playboy was there, pairing up with new the Sony Pictures movie Bucky Larson: Born to Be A Star alongside KRU Vodka, STK and Pabst Blue Ribbon to throw the biggest, craziest and sexiest party Comic-Con has ever seen. Bucky Larson actors Nick Swardson and Stephen Dorff were on hand teasing and joking with Playmate camp counselors. Meanwhile, True Blood's Alexander Skarsgård and Grant Bowler, Vampire Diaries' Paul Wesley and Twilight's Kellan Lutz added some supernatural flavor to the special camp-themed cookout. The zipline was irresistible to Game of Thrones and Conan the Barbarian star Jason Momoa, while Eastbound and Down's Efren Ramirez did his best against musician Dorothy Valentine in the Ubisoft gaming lounge. All night Playmates and celebs got hot and sweaty on the dance floor as DJ Vice laid down the beats. Host Cooper Hefner put it best: "How could you not have a good time?"


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The Rush Select program is excited to announce the coaching staff for the upcoming U13 Rush Select teams. These coaches will be in charge of selecting the newest crop of Rush Select players. Their first look will be at this year's Rush Festival to be held in Albuquerque, New Mexico, July 17th-21st.
Players will be chosen for the Rush Select player pool from which a traveling team will be selected to play in the President's Day tournament in Phoenix, Arizona in February of 2012.
We are very excited to be putting together one of the most qualified teams of coaches to lead this group of players over the next few years show the nation where the future of Rush Soccer is heading.
Boys U13 Rush Select Coaching Staff
Head Coach - Andy Machin - Director of Coaching, Washington Rush
Andy has been working with the Rush Select program for the last 3 years with his last post as the assistant with the Boys U17 Rush Select team. Andy hails from Manchester, England and holds his UEFA B License. He is currently an ODP Region IV Staff Coach and directs the Seattle Sounders Regional Training Center.
Assistant Coach - Mike Piserchio – Director of Coaching, Colorado Rush
Mike played for the first Colorado Rush team to win 5 State Championships, two Regional Championships and a National Championship. Mike also played with U17 United States National Team. Mike has also won a National Championship as a coach with Colorado Rush and currently coaches the U12 Boys Nike team.
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Head Coach – Stuart Fitzsimmons – Director of Coaching, Texas Rush
Stuart has been a part of the Rush Select Program in the past and brings with him a wealth of knowledge and experience. Stuart played professionally in Scotland with Partick Thistle FC in the Scottish Premier League and for Stockport County FC in England and holds his USSF A License. As well as his club coaching Stuart has coached at the collegiate level with the University of Alabama and has been on both State and Regional ODP staff.
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Elmhurst Park, once an eyesore and traffic landmark, opened to the public in 2011 as a magnificent community greenspace. The site of Elmhurst Park was once the location of two KeySpan Newtown gas holders, a highway landmark popularly known as the "Elmhurst gas tanks." With the support of the community, the site was sold by KeySpan to the City of New York for $1 and was cleaned up and returned to the public as open space.
The park now features lush lawns, jogging paths, seating, sculpture, modern comfort stations, safety lighting, and more than 620 trees. The playground, designed for tots and young children, is energy-themed, in keeping with the site's history. At the playground, children can pedal a stationary bike to provide a light effect on a nearby column. The new park is also in keeping with sustainable practices. Storm water at the site will be collected in an underground retention system to reduce the amount of water flowing into the sewer pipes in the street.
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As I am 1033, I will go ahead and send you your pay-check for my build.
Nice! I just wanted to say thanks again Stan for all of the hard work you put into these.
As I am 1033, I will go ahead and send you your pay-check for my build.
1037 is paid for too.
Stan, can we email a scanned signed copy of the FFL, or do you need me to snail mail one to you?
ps: You have my cut DPM receiver, please let me know yes / no if its build-able and if you will be able to do it later this year. I can send a deposit if you require. i know the Bren builds are next and take some time.
Thank you so much, apologies for asking about the DPM in this thread.
My gun is 1039 let me know when I can come by and pick it up? I appreciate all the hard work you have put in to these builds! They look GREAT!


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Need advice...quickly.
Basically,I have 2 real strong(3 deep)colonies, that I was going to evenly split,I got mated queens Friday afternoon via overnite UPS.
I made a even split this morning(Sat.)BUT,the 1st queen skunked me,by the time I went thru all 40 frames the 2nd time,I was out of time, and didn't start the other split.
I left the split set up in front of the old stand and went back late looked at all 40 AGAIN,no luck.
I went back tonight before dark to listen to them but owing to my tin ear couldn't really learn too much from that.
But when I gave the hives 3 or 4 good thumps with my fist,one(that I think has the queen) made the usual quick buzz that died right down,and a few came out.
The other half didn't send up that quick little buzz,and was the only hive out of 9 that I thumped that didn't(I think this is my queenless half).
It was also the only hive that still had 5 or 6 bees crawling around at dusk in the yard.
A friend said he had heard that the bees in a queenless hive won't festoon(the original hive bees had been festooned that morning),and the 1st half was still festooned during my afternoon sesion(the same ones that buzzed),the ones that didn't weren't "festooned".
I thinking maybe I should recombine if I can't find her tomorrow.
Set up some nucs for my queens till I'm sure of whereabouts?
Anybody know any tricks?What would you do?
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Artem everything good but the ur second 3A; he might medal
Artem everything good but the ur second 3A; he might medal
Bright future for this young Russian! Gorgeous opening 3/3 combo., as well as the 3-turns-into-3R, and the 3/2/2 combo.! I think he had only 1 fall. Not bad at all. Russia's future for men doesn't look so dismal after all.
Wow, I've never seen Borodulin skate before, but that was great!
And he goes into 1st place!!!
Shame about second 3A, but all good besides that. Well Done!
Loved Artem's prgoram. He is in position for a medal here.
GO Johnny!!!
It's Johnny's turn!
Go Johnny! Davai!
Why is Johnny doubling his jumps.
Not sure if Johnny has done enough to retain 3rd place.
Fingers crossed.
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shame about the couple doubled jumps, Johnny has it all, such an elegant beautiful skater, if only he could land the jumps & up his tech. difficulty a bit more. Nevertheless, good job!
Not a good skate for Weir....so many doubled jumps, only 1 combo?!
This is not a bad program for Weir, even the costume is OK
But his jumps were MIA today...
i think johnny did just enough to medal
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Today's Men: Caring for Ourselves
The Center, formerly The Lakes Area Senior Center, in partnership with Essentia Health is hosting Today's Men, an event focused on men from 5:30-8 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 24, at The Center, 803 Kingwood St., Brainerd.
This free evening includes education, activities, knowledge sharing and "man" food.
Essentia Health medical experts from the community will share the latest information and dialog on joint and prostrate health, providing an opportunity for men to deepen their knowledge about these topics and treatment options.
There will also be short breakout activities to choose from, including:
• Learn golf swing techniques from a golf expert from the Legacy Courses at Cragun's Chris Foley.
• Put your creativity to work brewing beer with Brewmaster Patrick Sunberg, owner of Jack Pine Brewery.
• Increase your catch this winter with ice fishing secrets from a fishing industry innovator.
• Experience the beauty of wood carving with Dale Roberts, The Center's Carving Group.
Top off your evening with chicken wings, popcorn, and more.
For more information about this free event for all generations of men and to register, call the Center at 218-829-9345.


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"Who needs dough?" called Betty Moustrouphis, holding up dough in the shape of a deflated bike tire.
"I do," chimed one of 12 cooks, ages 40 through 80, mostly first- and second-generation Greek immigrants, all wearing hairnets and blue gloves. The cooks were each forming individual desserts by rolling masses of threaded filo dough around a filling of ground walnuts, cinnamon, sugar, and orange zest. This dessert, which someone called, "the dreaded kataifi"(pronounced kah tah EE fee), was one of the last to be made, after thousands of servings of baklava, finikia, koulourakia, kourabiethes, and paximathia.
Though the surroundings were as clean and organized as a five-star hotel kitchen, the chatter was slightly more convivial. Helen Blewett was talking about "the baklava controversy. Do you put the hot syrup on the hot baklava? The cold syrup on the hot baklava? The cold syrup on the cold baklava or the hot syrup on the cold baklava? For me, it's the hot on the hot." Anna Morrell, Niki Zoulamis, and Soula Varaklis, all agreed on one thing. They love Emilitsa, the traditional Greek restaurant at 547 Congress Street. "It's Greek food. He knows how to mix the spices." "One of the best [lamb chops] I've ever eaten." They all had different answers for their favorite dishes to cook at home. "Ah, pastitsio! Greek meatballs. Stifado. Youvarlakia!" Rhea Williams remembered her 37 years cooking in Portland restaurants after escaping from communists at the border of Greece in 1949. "I crossed the mountains all night. We went in January. I lost a shoe. Mother had frostbite, but somehow I didn't get any."
Betty's husband, Bill Moustrouphis, a former mess sergeant for the US Army, was the head chef of the Greek Food Festival for its first 12 years. Betty recalls when her husband was dying of cancer. "It was during the food festival. He said to me from the hospital, 'go in there and help them with the spinach.'" Vicente Larossa, who had been his understudy then, has been running the cooking operations with his wife, Margarita, for the past 18 years. They refer constantly to a blue three-ring binder stuffed with recipes, adapted over the years from family originals to high-production perfection. When I asked if I could publish the recipe for kataifi, they politely declined. An estimated 4200 cooking hours go into festival every year. Over 30 years, that's something like 126,000 hours of experience. Those recipes in the binder, I think they would agree, have become sacred. Come get a taste.
For one church member's family recipe for spanakopita, live cooking class info, or to contact the author, visit ImmigrantKitchens.com.
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Network Engineering to Network Security
I am currently working as a Network Engineer. I currently have A+/N+/S+ CCNA and CCNA:S and I am currently working on CCNP and CCNP:S. I have 5 years of IT experience (about a 8 months as a Network Engineer and 1 year as a Network Security Admin). I have some experience in windows and linux (very little) as well as BSD. I have worked with Cisco, sonicwall and windows firewalls as well as a many different switch and router brands. After I finish those two I want to start working on actual Infosec certifications. Basically somethings to round me out before I go full steam ahead into CCIE:S (which is changing this year so I want to wait until new material somes out). I am quite interested in Wireless networking. CWNA/CWSP interest me quite a bit but I am having second thoughts due to the popularity level of the certs. I'd like to hit a SANS exam but I am somewhat broke. OSCP interest me as well and would be closer to reasonable for me to pay for but I would need to wait until I am done with school (so about October/November). I have the elearnsecurity course (student not pro). Linux+ interest me. CISSP is very popular around here (and everywhere else) but it does not interest me at all.
Anyone have any other suggestions? For those who have made the leap from Network Engineering to Security what skillset did you have and what certs/study materials helped you build that skillset?
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I have a Kelley Bee Kentucky Special Hive. When I added a top feeder, I build a false deep body to enclose it above the top cover of the hive. I have the main entrance reduced with the entrance reducer that came with it so they can guard the entrance better. I did drill a 1/2" hole in the false top to give them another entrance. They really seem to prefer this now and hardly use the bottom entrance. They seem to land better at the top too, more natural.
With the angle and the bottom entrance, they either slam into the hive body or crash onto the board.
The upper hole they hit the hole and go right in. They have to travel farther to get thru to the main box.
I use the Plastic Hive cover too, it has a bee space size hole front and back of it also. They are using those to exit the hive and are guarding both entrances well.
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#1 Thu 25 Oct 12 11:06am
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Jamie's 15 Minute Meals is *now* (Thursday) showing on channel 10 (7.30-8.30pm AEDST).
Double episode.
Tune in
Happy days ... Um, sorry Jamie
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Sorry, Mada . He's now doing a sea food stew with an onion, fennel, garlic, anchovies, passata base and is about to add fish and shell fish ...
I'm hungry!
Received the book for my birthday but haven't had a chance to look/ cook from it.
Oh, basil and then a yoghurt-based aioli with saffron, lemon etc for the rouille ...
Looks so good. And low fat ...
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And now to SBS for "Two Greedy Italians" (Antonio Carluccio and Gennaro Contaldo- one of Jamie's mentors).
Thursday night is foodies' night in my home.
Had to miss Peter Kuruvita's Sri Lankan and Luke Nguyen's Mekong programmes to watch Jamie.
Must buy a DVD Recorder.
Most nights there's nothing to watch on TV. Thursday it's a feast (for me).
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I watched Luke Nguyen and recoded Jamie, but then watched the first half hour before I went to bed. Loved the meals!
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Lots of great stuff on tele back home, thanks Maree - watch out for the episode on Two Greedy Italians where Gennaro and Antonio visit San Patrignano, you will enjoy it I am sure - I am at San Patrignano now in fact
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Danny, was last episode of "Two Greedy Italians Eat Italy" last Thursday.
We had "Two Greedy Italians" in June/ July. Enjoy your time in Italy ...
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Channel 10 is now doing double episodes of 15MM Tuesday as well as Thursday, starting tomorrow- 7.30-8.30pm AEDST.
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Wacko Thanks Maree
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Im very interested in getting into the bee hobby but first I have a few question. Thank you for any help.
1. I would like to build my own bee box. Where can i find easy to follow plans?
2.Is it possable to start a new bee colony from a colony that exits in the wild on my land?


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Facebook is said to be in talks to acquire WhatsApp, a cross-platform mobile messaging app. WhatsApp has been in the news earlier this year to defend themselves from accusations that they're stealing SMS revenues from mobile operators. WhatsApp insisted that they are benefitting operators by encouraging subscribers to use data plans. Although it's a paid app, WhatsApp's key attraction factor is that it's ad-free. Don't let the "paid app" part fool you either though; subscribing to WhatsApp certainly won't break your bank account, as the initial download and first year of use is free, and only $0.99 for each year after.
Another blog post from January 2012 on simpliflying.com about in-flight wi-fi service highlighted WhatsApp's revenue model by saying that airlines should look to it as an example of how they get their users hooked with the free first year and then charge that minimal fee from the second year on. It drives up membership and revenue by sheer volume alone.
SiliconANGLE Contributing Editor John Casaretto speculated on how having a paid, ad-free service would benefit Facebook, whose current business model of relying on advertising as a revenue source is under constant criticism. Casaretto believes that it would extend touch points with mobile consumers and expand their business model to go beyond advertising. He said, "It would also serve to diffuse the . . . criticisms they've had in the past and get more of that positive impact with investors." Moreover, he said, it's a global business with many active users and a clear business model that has been very successful.
Casaretto discussed other WhatsApp factors that would be beneficial to Facebook, such as the boost they need (and want) to get into the mobile game, as well as an international reach on its multi-platform capabilities. "I think those are the general things they're looking at . . . to get to the next billion users." Casaretto believes Facebook could gain credibility through this move, as they would have to continue to maintain the ad-free space. See the entire segment with Kristin Feledy and John Casaretto on the Morning NewsDesk Show.


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Mon., Sept. 30, 2013, 1:58 p.m.
SEATTLE — The National Weather Service confirms the winds that damaged industrial buildings in western Washington, including a Boeing factory, were a tornado.
Meteorologist Johnny Burg says a team from the Weather Service office in Seattle went to the scene Monday and certified the tornado, based on eyewitness accounts.
The tornado at 7:20 a.m. tore a hole in the roof of the Northwest Door factory at Frederickson, halting production of garage doors.
The tornado also caused minor damage to the nearby Boeing factory and cars in the parking lot. Boeing says work has resumed.
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Local hair salon raises money for breast cancer
BRISTOL, Tenn. - Tootsie's Hair Salon in Bristol, Tennessee is going pink in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
They are selling shirts, buttons and hats to raise money for the Susan G. Komen Foundation.
The owner, Mildred "Tootsie" Allison, is a breast cancer survivor. She said this is the third year they are worked to raise money and awareness for breast cancer.
She says it is important for women to know their cancer status and it is never too early to get checked. "I do encourage people to get a mammogram. Ladies, please, the earlier you catch it the better off you are, because they caught mine early and I feel like I have really been blessed," Allison said.
In the two years Tootsie's has been doing this event, they have raised more than $2,000.


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i'm using card stock, which is always a bit fussy, so i thought i'd get it out of the way tonight.
even though i'm printing in all black, i didn't have the "only use black ink" box checked....ran out of cyan ink...but have plenty of black, as that is what i needed.
well, of course, the printer won't work when one of the carts is empty...even if it isn't being used...and it's 2:30 am


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I've read a lot of post where they talk about setting the saw at 10 degrees to make the angled ear cuts, I set up my saw to make some trial pieces and I ended up with my blade around 5 degrees in order to get the dims. to match the "Dadant" frame.
I drew it up in CAD and found the actual angle to be 5.7 degrees. Can someone help me figure this out?
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"I think we need to remember … that a lot of energy was put into changing things to get us to the point where we are now. But being where we are now doesn't mean that we don't have to put in the same kind of energy to get us to a place where we ought to be."–Kerry James Marshall
Kerry James Marshall, an artist living and working in Chicago, is best known for mural-size, figurative paintings of subjects from African-American history. The prints seen here depict slogans from the Civil Rights movement: "We Shall Overcome" is the title of a hymn synonymous with the non-violent strategies of Martin Luther King, Jr.; "Black Power" is the title of Stokely Carmichael (a.k.a. Kwame Turre's) black nationalist manifesto. When read together, the prints present messages that progress from love to violence; their colors–red, black, and green–are symbolic of black nationalism. The prints, reminiscent of the work of Pop artist Claes Oldenburg, are made from oversized stamps that were shown together with Marshall's prints in a 1998 installation of the artist's work in Chicago.


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Regarding Metasploit Pro, I saw this on the Rapid7 site today: OWASP Top 10 2013: What's New - and How to Audit Your Web Apps
In this webinar for IT administrators, web app developers and security professionals, Michael Belton will talk about the brand new OWASP Top 10 2013 and why they're an important guideline for securing web applications, focusing on the changes since the previous OWASP Top 10 version. At the end, Christian Kirsch and Joe Dubin will show how Metasploit Pro can be leveraged to test web applications to test for OWASP Top 10 2013 vulnerabilities in your applications.
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Thanks for the lovely cards Ben,I have been in that beautiful casle so lovely.
Brings back a lot of memories. Keep on having a great time. Love all the photos. Cheers Beppie & Jeff.
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Well Ben got back save and well from his sojourn across to England,where he visited some old friends in Manchester, and tried out some English pints. He did a excursion of Ehtihad Stadium, homeground of Manchester City soccerclub. Very impressive!! He had a great few days, always nice to catch up with friends on the other side of the world.
On Wednesday we said our goodbyes to our Finnish friends Reijo and Soille, after a week in Holland they had to get back to work. We had a good time together and saw a lot of Holland in those few days. Yesterday, Gerry, Sonja, Linda and I went to a place called Haarzuylen near Utrecht, In that little village stands the most beautiful castle in the world. The Haar.
As it comes into view, you just go wow! They began with the building of this castle in the 1200's.
The gardens around the castle are just beautiful. We were able to get a guided tour through the castle, They showed us a lot of the interior, like the kitchen, bedrooms, diningroom, ballroom and massive hallways with unbelievable furniture, paintings and wall tapestrys more than 500 years old, again a day to remember.
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Thanks for the lovely cards Ben,I have been in that beautiful casle so lovely.
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Ik vind het zo leuk om te lezen hoe jullie Nederland beleven. Wat is er toch eigenlijk veel te zien en te doen in dat kleine land haha! En zo te lezen is het allemaal even leuk, mooi en gezellig. En dan ook nog mazzel met het weer.
Zitten jullie inmiddels in Spanje? Wij verlaten morgen India. Het was zo indrukwekkend! Als ik jullie zie in NL dat vertel ik alle verhalen en neem ik foto's mee. Geniet in spanje en see you on the other side sooon :-)


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Porter named interim chief, unsure he'll seek permanent job
BEND, Ore. - Bend City Manager Eric King on Wednesday fired Police Chief Jeff Sale in the wake of an explosive sex scandal in which the department's spokesman resigned after having sex or sexual contact with three city employees, on and off duty, and a member of the media.
"Bend Police Chief Jeff Sale's contract was terminated, effective today, Jan. 22," the city said in its announcement. "Sale was an at-will employee, meaning the city manager could terminate his employment without cause at any time."
"After considerable research and careful consideration, City Manager Eric King has determined that a change in leadership is necessary to improve the culture of the Police Department so it can best serve the community," the statement continued.
King said., "I hold city department heads, and all staff, to high standards. While it can be difficult to make such staffing changes, it's important to ensure that this community receives the best public services possible."
King appointed police Capt. Jim Porter, a 22-year veteran of the Bend force, as interim chief. The city will initiate a search for a permanent police chief later this year.
Porter told NewsChannel 21 he feels he has a great relationship with members of the community and with employees of the department. He said building on those relationships and becoming a more cohesive unit will make the department stronger.
"The past two days, we've brought in a cross-section of the department and sit down and get a feel for where we need to go as an agency," Porter said.
Wednesday night, Bend City Councilor Jodi Barram backed King's choice for interim chief.
"It's very important to have some continuity during a time of transition," Barram said. "I think that was a good decision on Eric King's part."
Days after the Lt. Chris Carney investigation and resignation became public, Sale told NewsChannel 21 the incident was an embarrassing one for his department.
"As an organization, this is embarrassing, and everyone in the organization feels that," Sale said last Thursday. "This is not who we are."
A history of sexual misconduct didn't stop Carney from getting one of the department's most high-profile jobs a couple of years ago.
"Some of these (sexual encounters) had occurred quite some time ago," Sale said. "And I personally was not aware of them."
Sale said then it was time to apologize and move on.
"We have good people who work here, and we make good decisions," he said. "We'll fix our mistakes and do everything we can to make sure it doesn't happen again."
King told NewsChannel 21 Wednesday he began an internal investigation of the department last month, interviewing employees and community partners to get "an assessment of the culture" -- one he found to be unproductive, unable to deal with issues and suffering from bad morale.
He said red flags also came up in annual employee surveys -- issues that arose before the Carney investigation.
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OK, here's the deal: I bought, modded and love my WRX, purchased brand-new in 2007. It will be payed off in about 2 years. It's my baby. But I've been finding myself wishing I had a truck...wishing my car was more long-trip and passenger friendly. I WILL NOT BUY ANYTHING SLOW or not ALL-WHEEL-DRIVE since I live in Oregon and commute 7mi/day on fwy to work.
I've been thinking about getting a used Cadillace Escalade EXT; it's AWD, very comfortable and comes with a 6.2 L V-8, 403 HP & 417 TQ, with 0-60 in 6.5. Although it's over a second slower than my WRX, I can get a used one with similar miles and year and have it payed off in close-enough to the same time...in comfort..but...
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|Posted: Sun Mar 5th, 2006 02:20 am
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|Model# GLRS267ZA (manufactured 2/02) side by side, with ice maker/water dispenser in door. Bought new 8/02 (no extended warranty)
Problem: It started when my husband left a can of coke in the freezer. I discovered it the next morning and immediately cleaned the mess in the freezer. Then when I would shut the freezer door, the dispenser lights go on and you could hear the ice bin auger turn, hearing some ice go in the shoot then stop. I opened the freezer door, and saw the ice sitting in the shoot. Shut the door again, same thing happens. I hit the paddle to release the ice since it is piling up in the shoot. This was going on for a while and we decided to disconnect the dispenser. Later we reconnected the dispenser to see what would happen, now it won't stop dispensing. Totally out of control. So it is again disconnected. Please note that the ice maker works fine, it's only the door dispenser that's acting goofy. I have had to take ice out of the bin manually. I called Frigidaire, and CS told me that my problem was not in their database, so I would need to call a repair person.
My theory is the issue is the PC board. But this model has two of them. One white, the other green. But since I base this theory on nothing, I need you expert advice. If I do need to get a replacement board, which one? Each board is around $100.
Thanks for your help!
|Posted: Sun Mar 5th, 2006 03:10 am
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|It sounds as though the micro switch controlling the dispenser is stuck in the 'closed'
or on position, probably from the exploding Coke can - that stuff is pretty gummy.
First get yourself an ohm meter or multimeter for testing purposes. Remove the
hinge cap on the freezer door and disconnect the harness if you haven't already
done that. Remove the drip tray from the dispenser area and you should see a
couple of screws holding the frame on the freezer door. Carefully remove the frame
from the door face because there is a ribbon connector attached to it. You can either
disconnect the ribbon or have someone hold it out of the way for you. You should
now have a fair view of the dispenser paddles. One controls the water and the
other the ice dispenser. The micro switch for the ice dispenser has a brown and
slate coloured wire connected to it. Remove at least one of these wires and test the
switch with an ohm meter - you should have an open circuit when the paddle is not
being pressed, if not then the switch is stuck. You could also visually inspect the
switch to see if the button will push in and out. If the switch is ok than you could
have a bad relay board, but I would check the switch out first, hope this helps
good luck.
|Posted: Sun Mar 5th, 2006 03:46 am
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|The Tiger is wise.
I have seen this exact problem twice. Once it was the board on the faceplate, once it was the relay board mounted with the levers and switches. The one in front is easy to replace, the other is a bit more work.
If you get your parts from the link our host provides, I believe you can order both boards and return the one you didn't need.
It's an odd design. The added relay board seems pointless, it doesn't do anything that the previous(no relay board) models didn't do. Now there is an extra $100 part to fail.
I don't think the coke can caused this, most likely just a coincidence.
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|Posted: Sun Mar 5th, 2006 05:38 am
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|Service bulletin: Servicers were asked to change the Control Board in the Dispenser any time they service a New Generation SXS Refrigerator with Serial # before LA14799999, (Only if not previously replaced). This can be identified by a # 1 marked by a permanent marker, under the drip tray in the bottom of the dispenser. Some Servicers are replacing both the Power Board and the Control Board adding cost to repairs. Solution: Only Change the Control Board. Refer to your model. See note! The problem with the Control Board is the Dispenser Lights operate erratically. The Power Board only needs to be replaced if you do not have power to the Dispenser, it doesn't operate, or the lights are not on.
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|Posted: Sun Mar 5th, 2006 02:46 pm
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|Thank you all so much! I'm glad that this website provides the customer service that Frigidaire seems to seriously lack.
Will order the control board today.
You are all very wise.
|Posted: Sun Mar 5th, 2006 10:21 pm
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|Sometimes we can come up with some useful information......please post back with how this repair goes, will help us and others with your results....
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|Posted: Wed Mar 8th, 2006 02:28 pm
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|Here is an update on my problem that I posted March 5th.
I ordered the control board Sunday night, and got it yesterday. Husband installed it and it works perfectly! It's great to have my despenser and water back!
Thank you all (and waves to Pegi) for your help!
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Hey guys here at TDH. I am new to TDH an was wondering if any of you guys knew of some supplies and directions for a helmet under 80 smackeroos or lower. And the trashcan armor... genius.:jodo
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Hey guys here at TDH. I am new to TDH an was wondering if any of you guys knew of some supplies and directions for a helmet under 80 smackeroos or lower. And the trashcan armor... genius.:jodo
Supplies for a Fett helmet... under $80. You've pretty much limted yourself to a Rubies helmet, Bondo, and some paint.
$59.99 - Rubies Helmet
$10.00 - Bondo
$10.00 - Spraypaint
$79.99 - Fett Helmet
I disagree. If you've got more time and creativity than you do money, you can always build a helmet from scratch out of chipboard (aka posterboard) or "For Sale" signs about $8 each. I picked up some scrap sintra at a sign company for free. You don't have to drop $$$$$$$ to create a good costume unless you want to get into the 501st or KOTE.
Check out these links for ideas and see what other people have done on a shoestring budget. Also use the advanced search on this forum and search for threads by the following users: "SD68" "honus" and "chewiepal" plus "Kripps"
also check out
and search for a thread by Honus there. He has two about Boba Fett. Use Wizardofflight's templates from the TDH.
Good luck and be resourceful. Please post progress pix and be persistent. This takes time.
Thanks alot guys. I like both ideas alot, thanks for the help!
what is bondo? and where can you get it?
Bondo= Car repair stuff, that fills in dents and open gashes.
You cant build a Boba Helmet under 80 bucks, if you can, dont wear it, and in fact, dont try it.
If you did build one, and it was quality, Would you really trust a bunch of glued on plastic? Espcially on your head, think about that one.
Bondo is pretty much the main brand of Auto Body Filler.
You can get it at any retailer who sells automotive supplies. Walmart, Canadian tire (if you have one around of course), etc.
GCNGamer - Why do you have to mold/cast a scratchbuilt? I made one myself out of cardboard (the stuff you find on the back of pads of paper) and it turned out fantastic as is. Total cost = $15 (give or take a few bucks)
Aka: Rain, scissors, knifes, someone sitting down on it.
Although some of that sounds outrageous, you would be surprised.
Workin on armor, cuttin some stuff, WHOOPS, accidently cut through your helmet.
And if it rains at an event, BOOM, cardboard= soggy, just like paper, except thicker.
Nope. If you want, you can, but I didn't.Quote:
You don't really wear a scratchbuilt helmet... you mold it and then cast it, which that alone would cost more than $80.
Yes, I would trust it. Just as much as a fiberglass helmet. Have you tried scratchbuilding a helmet? Have you worn a scratchbuilt helmet a number of times? If not, don't discourage someone by saying that. It all depends on how you make it. Mine is 'a bunch of glued on plastic', and it's held together just fine. I've dropped it a few times, from chest hight, and it's held together.Quote:
If you did build one, and it was quality, Would you really trust a bunch of glued on plastic? Espcially on your head, think about that one.
This is not what TDH is about. You shouldn't discourage people, especially if you don't have hands on knowledge (in this case, having built a helmet from plastic, and wearing it a number of times, thus proving its durability.)
TheFatalHaze, if you want to scratchbuild a helmet, do it! It's great fun, and after it's all done, you'll have a helmet that YOU built, and it will mean more to you. Trust me, you'd be surprised how many people have asked me "Hey, is that a fiberglass helmet? Who made it?" and I tell them I made it and show them the inside, and they are absolutely amazed. It really makes me proud. :thumbsup
How do you mold and then cast? And out of what? Sounds tricky!?
i think the reason he's suggestion you not wear a scratch build is durability. if you're out trooping at an event, your stuff *will* get hit, bumped, whacked, etc...
i can't tell you how many times some *bleep* has smacked me in the head at a parade or theater.
Brian hit the nail on the head. I don't want to see your scratchbuilt helmet hit the ground and burst to flames, I'd feel safer and more comfortable with Rubies than scratchbuilt.
I wear a scratchbuilt Jet Pack and I hate looking at the thing, if I molded it then I'd be happy with it. The jet pack is something different though, it's a solid case, filled with expanded foam, and it's mounted on my back; not something that covers my head and is not an "often screwed with" item, besides the thrusters.
Like I said, I've dropped mine a few times while working in the basement, and we don't have a finished basement so it hit concrete. And I've been hit a number of times while wearing it as well. If I were to fiberglass the inside, it would probably make it even stronger, and it would still have cost me less than $30. Sure, it's not *exactly* like Boba's helmet (which mine is for my custom) but if you're other option is a Rubies, then you probably aren't too concerned with that anyways. I'd be more afraid to troop in a Rubies than my scratchbuilt because of the Rubies warping so easily in the heat.
I guess it would depend on where you live. If you're in a colder place, a Rubies wouldn't warp. Here in Iowa, when it's cold, it can get very cold, and when it's hot, it can get very hot. Plus I wanted control over the size as well, because I didn't want a helmet that looked too small on me, since that's what people look at most.
Sorry if I may sound repetitive or something, but I just don't like when people scare others away from scratchbuilding, as it's just another part of the hobby, not a "last resort" or anything.
I wouldn't advise scratch building a helmet to troop with just due to the fact that *IF* you drop it and it broke. it's going to be more of a bummer than if a rubies or fang helmet broke. Granted they're a little more pricey, they're readily available.
If you want to stay under $80, definitely go with a scratch-build. If you make it out of sintra and make and internal frame, then the likelihood of breaking is not as significant as some would make it sound. Sintra, unlike resin, is decently flexible so it won't crack if you drop it and if you do manage to break it, it will break along a seam so the repair will be easier. As MandoMan pointed out, scratch-building is actually a lot of fun. Check out this thread for a sintra scratch-build. Wizardofflight has a great set of templates for the helmet, just search for "helmet templates"
I'm not sure about wether or not it was the kind of sintra I used or if it was because I just over heated it before cooling but my sintra armor was actually pretty brittle.
Probably the over heating. Sintra is PVC, and heating it is fairly damaging to the crosslinks. PVC is very sensitive to heat.


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