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Our facilities at La Genête and Randers are now re-certified in the High Hygiene Category.
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Nordic Gourmet Factory in Denmark opted for the SuperLock® pot for the launch of gourmet popcorn.
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New awards received at Food & Beverage Innovation Forum, Shanghai, China
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German Metten Fleischwaren says sausages in pails mean benefits by the bucket-load.
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The Danish herring producer Tenax has made RPC Superfos their sole supplier of plastic packs.
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Minneapolis—Ault's new PW136 external power series delivers 60 watts in nine models (3.3, 5, 7, 9, 12, 15, 18, 24, and 48 VDC) from a universal 100-250 VAC input. "OEMs will find this power supply to be versatile and popular because it delivers a range of power from 23 to 60 watts," said Greg Harris, vice president of business development.
Features of the fixed-frequency flyback design, which come in desktop and wall-mount styles for applications from telecom to industrial to instrumentation equipment, include a combined line and load regulation of ±1 percent, maximum ripple and noise of 50 mV p-p (3.3-volt model; 480 mV p-p for 48-volt model), typical transient response of 0.5 ms for 50 percent load change, and efficiency up to 85 percent. The PW136 is rated for operation over 0 to +50°C without derating. Calculated MTBF is 100,000 hours minimum. The supplies carry over-current and short-circuit protection. They meet cULus 60950 and TUV/IEC EN60950 safety specifications, and comply with the CE mark. The product data sheet is avaiable at www.aultinc.com/products/v2/assets/2005050210312719566_pw136.pdf
The PW136, in an impact-resistant polycarbonate enclosure measuring 3.92-by-2.58-by-1.61 inches (LWH) and weighing a maximum of 10 ounces, is priced at $16-18 each in OEM quantities (1k). Distribution and heavy volume pricing is also available.
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Sun Releases OpenSPARC T2 RTL Processor to Open Source Community
Sun Microsystems Inc. (Nasdaq:JAVA) delivered on the commitment it made in August by providing the OpenSPARC(TM) T2 RTL (register transfer level) processor design to the free and open source community via the GPL license. The OpenSPARC T2 processor is based on the UltraSPARC(R) T2 processor, the world's fastest commodity processor with eight cores and eight threads per core running the Solaris(TM) 10 Operating System (OS).
Frost & Sullivan Announces Briefing on Speech Application Market
The Contact Centers Group at Frost & Sullivan is pleased to announce its 2007 Quarterly Analyst Briefing Presentation on the Speech Application Market to be held on Thursday, Dec. 13, 2007 at 10:00 a.m. CST / 11:00 a.m. EST. There are so many different ways that an enterprise can approach creating, providing and managing speech-based interactions with customers that it has become extremely difficult to compare the costs of different offerings.
GAO Tek Rolls Out GAO332 ADSL2+ Tester
GAO Tek Inc. has released a new ADSL Tester – GAO332 ADSL2+ Tester. GAO332 ADSL2+ Tester is designed to meet urgent needs for xDSL tests. And xDSL includes ADSL, ADSL2, ADSL2+ and READSL. It is a total solution for xDSL installation & maintenance.
Magma Offers Knights Smart Sampling for YieldManager Software
Magma® Design Automation Inc. (Nasdaq: LAVA), a provider of chip design software, introduced Knights Smart Sampling(TM), an option to Magma's Knights YieldManager® yield management software, which automates inline wafer inspection review sampling for the defect-review tools used in semiconductor manufacturing. With this new YieldManager option, fab engineers are better able to select the defect-review tool that will accurately detect potential yield-killing defects, dramatically reducing manufacturing cycle time, accelerating yield ramp and improving time to market.
INFICON Acquires Sigma Instruments
INFICON (SWX Swiss Exchange: IFCN), a leading manufacturer of instrumentation and process control software for the semiconductor and vacuum-coating industries and other industrial applications, announced it has acquired Sigma Instruments Inc., a leading manufacturer of instrumentation for the measurement and control of thin film processes.
Webcast: HyperTransport 3.0 – An In-Depth Technical View
The HyperTransport(TM) Technology Consortium will present a live webcast, "HyperTransport 3.0 – An In-Depth Technical View," highlighting the increased capabilities of HyperTransport 3.0 and the applications that they enable. The webcast will focus primarily on five new features introduced with this specification:
Computer Solutions Announces Ellisys USB Explorer 260
The new Ellisys USB Explorer 260 (EX260), now available in the UK from Computer Solutions, is a multifunction test generator and protocol analyser for the automated compliance testing of USB systems, including the ability to handle the forthcoming USB 3.0 'super-speed' transfers at 5 Gbit/s.
Fresco Microchip Launches FM2050 Low Power Single-Chip Demodulator
Fresco Microchip Inc., a developer of leading edge RF, mixed-signal and digital signal processing integrated circuits (ICs), announced the FM2050, its latest low power single-chip demodulator for high quality universal analog terrestrial (NTSC, PAL, SECAM), analog cable, and DVB-T digital television broadcasts.


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Last week we reported on a homeless man living in dignity underneath the 110 Harbor Freeway and a day after the article was published in the Sentinel City officials with the man power of Cal Trans moved swiftly to remove all of Eddie's personal belongings.
The story hit at the heart of the homeless problem and drew an overwhelming response from Sentinel readers who now want to help find Eddie and secure housing for him. It was not our intent to bring harm to Eddie but instead to shed a light on one of many homeless people who do not suffer from drug or alcohol addiction or any mental illness.
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Marybell Bakewell Laid to Rest
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Fatima Elswify, Amira Elswify, Pamela A. Bakewell, Brandi Bakewell and Aline Bakewell
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Family and friends bid a final farewell to the Marybell Brazile Bakewell family in a royal Home-Going befitting the Queen that she was.
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They came from near and far, family and friends alike, to say a final goodbye and give a royal send-off to "Mamie" Marybell Bakewell as she was affectionately called. The gathering exemplified the true love and affection that was generated by those who knew her and by those who had just gotten to know her.
A diminutive Black woman who exuded strength and compassion in her daily life, that her son Danny J. Bakewell, Sr. stated, "She taught me the most important lesson of my life 'Be a strong Black man and always put family first.'" And her daughter, Pamela Bakewell, wrote, "I know you will watch over me from above as you watch over me on earth."
The pallbearers who escorted her down the aisle on her final journey were her grandsons, Danny, Jr., Donny, Jamie and Brandon Brooks; her great grandson, Danny III; and her great nephew, Eric Brazile, Jr.
Rev. Michael P. Jacques, the pastor of St. Peter Claver Church Parish in New Orleans, LA where Marybell attended–she was deeply religious and her faith was strong–stated that he was honored to have been chosen to lead her final commendation and give her eulogy.
Prior to the eulogy, general intercessions were given by Marybell's granddaughters, Fatima and Amira Elswify; grandson Donny; grandniece Lauren Brazile; and great nephew, Eric. And before the remembrance the other family members, Assemblyman Isadore Hall sang a solemn rendition of "Soon and Very Soon."
The obituary followed and it was read by Danny, Jr. who summarized from the text entitled A Home-going Celebration, a memorable journey of his grand mother's life. He concluded with some brief remarks that showed how she impacted his life. In the "obit" Danny, Jr. wrote in part, "How do you bundle 43 years of life in one quote? I have never known life without Mamie. And the truth is, I still don't. She will always be a part of me, my life and the very essence of who I am…."
The family remembrance began with grandson, Brandon, followed by great granddaughter, Bryce Bakewell. As Bryce was overcome by grief and began to cry, granddaughter Brandi Bakewell moved in, held and supported her and continued to read her niece's poem. The remembrance continued with readings from Eric, Jamie and great granddaughter, Taelor Bakewell. Then it was Brandi's turn as she serenaded her grandmother, describing her as a strong Black woman.
After the closing hymn, "Wind Beneath My Wings," Danny, Sr. gave some special remarks thanking those who were there in person and also mentioned those who sent/gave condolences from afar. Some of those present were Congresswoman Diane Watson, Councilman Bernard Parks, Dr. Maulana Karenga, Robert Mc Neill, Rickey Ivie, Lonnie Bunkley, Charisse Bremond and Joseph Rouzan, Jr. He also gave special thanks to his loyal assistant, Brenda Marsh-Mitchell and mentioned calls of condolences from Congresswomen Maxine Waters and Barbara Lee, and Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa.


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32 to 1: No. 11 Saints are built and ready for a Super Bowl run
The ultimate redemption for New Orleans head coach Sean Payton following his year-long "Bountygate" suspension would be leading the franchise to another NFL championship.
Payton made a successful return in 2013, guiding the Saints to an 11-5 record and a second-round playoff appearance that ended with a loss in Seattle. But there is a feeling of "what could have been" had the Saints not gone 3-5 on the road and squandered the chance to play at home with a first-round bye after a Week 16 loss at eventual NFC South champion Carolina.
Getting to host playoff games inside the Louisiana Superdome — where the Saints went undefeated last season — is viable with the team New Orleans is set to field.
The three-season slide of the defense ended under the auspices of coordinator Rob Ryan and the 3-4 system he installed. New Orleans ranked fourth in the NFL last year in total yards allowed, sacks and scoring defense despite a series of injuries to veteran players and standout rookie safety Kenny Vaccaro. Particularly encouraging was the blossoming of defensive end Cameron Jordan and outside linebacker Junior Galette, who combined for half of the Saints' 49 sacks. The Saints believe they have now improved a shaky secondary with the free-agent signings of safety Jarius Byrd (Buffalo) and cornerback Champ Bailey.
Offense has never been a concern since the Payton-Drew Brees era began in 2006. It isn't this year either as the Saints should finish as a top 10 unit for a ninth consecutive season. Some tweaks must be made to replace two departed stalwarts in wide receiver Lance Moore (released) and running back Darren Sproles (traded), but there is major promise in young wideouts Kenny Stills and 2014 first-round pick Brandin Cooks. Plus, tight end Jimmy Graham is fresh off signing a new long-term contract.
Put it all together and Payton's squad appears more primed to make the push for another Lombardi Trophy than in any season since the 2009 Saints won Super Bowl XLIV.
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DENVER — His NFL resume; is all of two games long, but Denver Broncos rookie cornerback Perrish Cox has learned a few things.
For one, he realizes he's a rookie.
And, he knows there's a good chance he'll be lined up Sunday across from Indianapolis Colts quarterback Peyton Manning. And Manning always does the math.
"I know, I know," Cox said. "I've heard he'll pick on me. I'll just take all the coaching I can. ... But I love the challenge, and it's going to be a big challenge."
With injuries all over the roster, including at cornerback, there's a good chance the Broncos will be forced to put young players in the kinds of situations they may not have faced before.
Playing at Oklahoma State put a player such as Cox in the teeth of top-caliber Big 12 competition. But that's undergrad work to what he'll face if he goes against Manning, who has a Ph.D. in shattering young players' confidence.
Broncos fans remember Manning repeatedly throwing at then-rookie Roc Alexander in the Colts' 49-24 victory in an AFC wild-card game to close out Denver's 2004 season. Alexander looked visibly shaken after Reggie Wayne caught 10 passes for 221 yards, most of those with Alexander in tow.
"You try to tell young guys, a guy like Peyton is going to do good things," said Broncos cornerback Champ Bailey, a nine-time Pro Bowl selection. "Good teams are going to do good things. You know that. Sometimes during a game is not the time to worry about what happened — you can fix it later — in the game you've got to keep playing. You have to have a 10-second memory on some things."
Winning the confidence game is imperative for some of the Broncos' youngest players Sunday. The Broncos are expected to have a rookie in Zane Beadles trying to block Colts defensive end Robert Mathis in place of the injured Ryan Harris.
And they likely will have a rookie, Cox, lining up in either Bailey's or AndrÉ Goodman's spot because of injuries. They could have another rookie at cornerback in Cassius Vaughn if neither Goodman (right thigh) nor Bailey (right heel) can play.
"Certain plays are going to be made in a game, that's just how it is. You want to stop them all, but some will get made," Vaughn said. "Going in, the more prepared you are, the better you're going to feel. And you better have a very, very short memory. If you're thinking about the last play, you're going to give up another one and another one, and then you're going to be worried about a lot of plays."Comment on this story
Vaughn isn't short on confidence, or he wouldn't have risen from undrafted rookie free agent to make the 53-man roster.
With Vaughn's emergence as well as Cox's strong play in camp, the Broncos traded former second-round pick Alphonso Smith to Detroit just before the season opened.
"You have to love the challenge," Cox said of Sunday's matchup. "I'll probably get more action in the game because of Manning and what he does — he knows who's who out there. I have to be ready for everything. You know it's coming."


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Nation of Islam Leader Louis Farrakhan Says Fort Hood Shooter Not a Terrorist; Calls U.S. Soldiers "Terrorists" – Video
Totally vile.
Here is video of Nation of Islam leader Louis Farrakhan speaking in Harlem recently where he said Fort Hood mass shooter Nidal Malik Hasan is "not a terrorist," but instead accused U.S. Soldiers of being murderers, rapists and "terrorists." Farrakhan actually said Hasan was just a good Muslim striking back at "terrorists" he debriefed – meaning the U.S. Military.
The truth is, the American Solider is of all people, "one of the world's noblest figures," as General Douglas MacArthur said to West Point Cadets in his famous, "Duty, Honor, Country" Speech (below) :
That's the right description of the American Solider. The U.S. Soldiers condemned as "terrorists" by Louis Farrahkan have spent years of their lives seeking to bring freedom and hope to millions of people in Iraq and Afghanistan. They have defended Muslim people there against the vicious and brutal Taliban and Al-Qaeda oppressors. His vicious attacks are ironic when you consider that Muslim women in those nations are brutalized on a regular basis – not by American Soldiers – but by their own Muslim men who think they have a right to do so under Sharia Law.
I agree with MacArthur – the American Soldier is one of the "world's noblest figures."
And Louis Farrahkan – how will he be remembered when all is said and done? Somehow the word "noble" does not come to mind.


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text: I think the Archos 101 will be to pwn the iPad, Dell Streak, and Samsung Galaxy Tab which are currently the three tablets that are currently receiving the most attention, while others such as Chinese manufactures and others small brand names are making tablets too. I am gong to do a comparison between the Archos 101, Dell Streak, iPad, and Samsung Galaxy Tab. Samsung Galaxy Tab Specs and Pricing Screen: 7inch 1024x600 tft lcd capacitive touchscreen Operating System: Android 2.2 with Samsung software enhancements Processor: 1ghz Arm Cortex A8 Connectivity: Wifi 802.11b/g/n, GPS, Bluetooth 3.0, 2.5G (GSM/ GPRS/ EDGE) : 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 MHz 3G (HSUPA 5.76Mbps, HSDPA 7.2Mbps) : 900 / 1900 / 2100 MHz, 30 pin connector Camera: 1.3mp front facing camera and 3.0mp back camera Storage: 16gb or 32gb plus sdhc card expansion Kickstand: none Pricing: 800-1,000 dollars WHAT!! What I like about Galaxy Tab: Attractive design, Form factor, Android market support, 3g, Front Camera What I don't like about the Galaxy Tab: Pricing way to high, proprietary 30pin connector, No kickstand, The back cam in unnecessary due to the size of device, lack of peripheral ports such as USB or hdmi, and the thing is a phone way to big to be a phone. Dell Streak Specs and Pricing Operating system: Android 2.1 Processor: 1ghz Qualcomm Snapdragon Ram: 512mb Screen: 4.8inch 800x480 tft LCD Capacitive touchscreen Storage: 2gb of ROM plus 16gb microsd card in the box Connectivity: Wi-Fi 802.11b/g, Bluetooth 2.1+EDR, GPS with A-GPS, UMTS 2100 / 1900 / 850 MHz GSM, / EDGE 1900 / 1800 / 900 / 850 MHz HSDPA / HSUPA:HSDPA, 7.2 Mbps / HSUPA 5.76 Mbps, 30 pin connector Camera: 5mp with Dual led Flash and VGA Front Facing Camera. Pricing: 550 dollars locked to At&t network or 300 dollars with contract What I like about the Dell Streak: Front Cam, 3g, Android Market, back cam perfect for the device size What I don't like: Too big to be a phone, Limited to 802.11b/g, locked to At&t, no kickstand, no USB Host, hdmi out must be done through docking station, proprietary 30 pin connector. Kickstand: none iPad Specs and pricing Operating System: iOs 4.1 Processor: 1ghz Apple A4 Ram: 256mb Screen: 1024x768 9.7inch led backlit IPS screen Connectivity: Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n, Bluetooth 2.1 + EDRWi-Fi + 3G model also includes: UMTS / HSDPA Tri band–850, 1900, 2100 MHz GSM / EDGE Quad band–850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz, 30 pin connector Storage: 16gb, 32gb, 64gb no memory card expansion Camera: none Kickstand: none Pricing: 500 - 830 dollars depending on whether you get it with or without 3g What I like about the iPad: design, form factor, it isn't a phone iOs app store, battery life, 3g What I don't like about it: lack of front cam, lack of peripheral ports such as USB or hdmi, proprietary connector port, iOs limitations (too many to mention) Archos 101 specs and pricing Operating System: Android 2.2 Processor: 1ghz Arm Cortex A8 Ram: 256mb Screen: 10.1inch 1024x600 LCD capacitive touchscreen Camera: VGA front facing camera Storage: 8gb or 16gb plus microsd expansion Connectivity: Wifi: 802.11b/g/n, Bluetooth 2.1, USB 2.0 host port, mini hdmi, USB 2.0 slave (through microusb) Kickstand: yes adjustable Pricing: 300-400 dollars What I like about the Archos 101: Front camera, the only one of these tablets to have a full sized USB, one of these few tablets can do hdmi out, the price is right 300-400 dollars, adjustable kickstand, it isn't a phone. What I don't like: no Android market or Google apps, no 3g version available, storage options could be better. Based on pricing and specs the Archos 101 is the best of them all. I can't wait to try one. I do think the iPad, Dell Streak, and Samsung Galaxy tab are nice devices, but they are either too limited or too pricey.


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Harmonica master Toots Thielemans deserves all the accolades and honors a giant in the jazz field has earned when they reach the level of old-guard master. His sound is just as distinctive, as pure, as vibrant and as alive as when he was a young firebrand playing an instrument more associated with honky-tonks and low class dives than the sweetness that jazz represents. That Thielemans has single-handedly made the harmonica his own within the world of jazz could only be due to the fact he is, both harmonically and rhythmically, rooted in the tradition of the music. In addition, the ease of his melodic grace is both effortless and transcendent of any preconceived conceptual ideas anyone might bring to bear in association with the harmonica. In Theilemans' hands, the instrument is, in its own right, a clear representative of the best jazz has to offer.
The live recordings on this release are taken from concerts in 2006, 2007 and 2008. The fact each of the tracks sound so incredibly similar with regard to sonic presence, especially since they are from a variety of different live concerts and venues, is a testament to the excellence of their sound engineer, Chris Weeda.
Thielemens' longtime band, Karel Boehlee on keyboards, Hein Van de Geyn on bass and Hans van Oossterhout on drums, are so in tune with the harmonica master's phrasing and curve of lines, that the masterful ensemble interplay they create can only come from years of countless rehearsals and live concert tours. When Thielemans slows, it's as if the ensemble had already prepared it. When he softens, it's as if the four musicians are of one mind in how to handle the slight shading necessary in order to make the dynamic transition perfect. When Thielmans goes off into an unaccompanied cadenza, the band makes it seem like there was no other possibility, but to have their fearless leader make a solo statement at just that moment. Words do not describe the incredible degree of excellence inherent in this band.
The program includes his hit song "Bluesette," his less well known composition "For My Lady," as well as his famous "Theme from Midnight Cowboy" music, and a number of jazz standards like "The Days Of Wine And Roses," "On Green Dolphin Street" and "I Loves You Porgy."
Swinging endlessly like a polcat on a warm summer day as it surveys its surroundings, this recording is, simply put, fantastic. Each of the four musicians are not just well schooled in the art of jazz, but are also monsters on their respective instruments. If you don't own a recording of Thielemans, then go get yourself this Challenge Jazz Records release now; you will not be sorry.


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During the lead-up to Halloween and Thanksgiving, Hamptons farm stands practically explode with pumpkins, straw and ornamental corn. All of this abundance inspires some shoppers to trim their walkways, stoops and porches in high-kitsch harvest style. But because I am more interested in eating than decorating, the idea of exploding corn makes me hungry.
Searching online for something fun to do with popcorn this October, I paged through the same old recipes for popcorn balls, caramel corn and cheese popcorn. Was there nothing new under the autumn sun? Then, I came across some information that almost made my head explode. Until a few days ago, I didn't realize that grains other than popping corn have hard impermeable hulls protecting starchy interiors. When quinoa, millet, amaranth or sorghum are heated, pressure builds up inside the grains until they pop. I immediately got out my jar of quinoa to give this a try.
Quinoa is an ancient grain-like crop that has been cultivated in the Andes for thousands of years. Its nutritional value is beyond compare. Not only does it have twice as much protein as corn, but its protein is complete, containing all nine essential amino acids. When it comes to fiber and minerals, quinoa is also a powerhouse. And according to some studies, it may slow atherosclerosis and protect against certain types of cancer. I was excited by the prospect increasing quinoa's presence in my family's diet by employing this new cooking method.
I heated a little bit of vegetable oil in a pan and stirred in my quinoa. After a few minutes, a toasty aroma began wafting through the kitchen. I quickly realized that without constant stirring, the kernels on the bottom would quickly burn. Luckily, quinoa kernels are much smaller than corn kernels, and although they will jump a few inches, they won't fly all over the kitchen the way popcorn will when popped in an uncovered pan.
In less than 10 minutes, most of the kernels had popped and the mixture was nicely browned. It's better to scrape the quinoa out of the pan when many but not all of the kernels have popped, so it tastes pleasantly toasted and not burnt and bitter. Unlike unpopped corn kernels, unpopped quinoa kernels can be eaten along with the popped ones without risk of broken teeth.
I had a cup or so of popped quinoa. Now I had to figure out how to use it. This wasn't a fluffy snack I could eat out of hand at the multiplex. It was, however, a crunchy and flavorful addition to my homemade granola. After I enjoyed popped quinoa granola for breakfast, I thought of 10 more ways to use it in my cooking every day:
Ten delicious things to do with popped quinoa:
1. Add to bread dough for a whole-grain boost with no resulting heaviness.
2. Add to oatmeal cookie dough, instead of nuts, for crunch.
3. Use it along with puffed rice cereal in a marshmallow treats recipe.
4. Use along with chopped nuts and dried fruit to make chocolate bark.
5. Stir into waffle or pancake batter.
6. Use as a thickener in Mexican-style mole sauces.
7. Sprinkle onto salads or steamed vegetables, as you would sesame seeds.
8. Knead into tortilla or flatbread dough.
9. Use instead of bread crumbs, to top macaroni and cheese or other baked pasta dishes.
10. Combine with panko bread crumbs, as a coating for chicken fingers.
Granola With Popped Quinoa
Makes about 6 cups granola
- Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large, heavy saucepan over medium heat. Add the quinoa and cook, stirring constantly, until it begins to pop. As it pops, stir it frequently to prevent scorching. When the quinoa is mostly popped (many of the grains will be brown), scrape it into a bowl to cool.
- Preheat the oven to 325 F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Combine the oats, almonds, ginger, cinnamon, honey, vanilla and remaining 4 tablespoons oil in a large bowl. Spread in an even layer on the prepared baking sheet and bake until the oats are crisp and lightly colored, about 15 minutes. Let cool completely on the baking sheet.
- Stir together the oat mixture, popped quinoa and apricots. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
Zester Daily contributor Lauren Chattman is a cookbook author, freelance writer and former professional pastry chef. Her recipes have appeared in Food & Wine, Bon Appetit, Cook's Illustrated and The New York Times. She is the author of 14 books, most recently "Cake Keeper Cakes" (Taunton, 2009) and "Cookie Swap!" (Workman, 2010).
Photo: Granola with popped quinoa. Credit: Lauren Chattman


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ESCONDIDO -- Oenophiles, rejoice: North County's small winery industry is scheduled to expand next month, when Chateau Dragoo opens in north Escondido.
The castle-themed winery is owned by Mick and Mary Dragoo, who opened the adjacent Belle Marie Winery four years ago. It's a family tradition that is rapidly growing into a full-time business for Dragoo, a maxillofacial surgeon.
Chateau Dragoo, at 26312 Mesa Rock Road, will hold its grand opening from 1 to 4 p.m. April 17. Admission is free, and tickets for food and wine tasting cost $1 each.
North County already had eight wineries, stretching from Fallbrook to Ramona. The newest, Twin Oaks Valley Winery in San Marcos, released its first vintage in December. But North County's wine country is just a fraction the size of Temecula's, which has nearly 20 wineries. Moreover, North County has no large winery such as Temecula's Callaway Coastal.
Like its sister winery, Chateau Dragoo will feature mainly red wines, made from grapes grown in Baja California's Guadeloupe Valley near Ensenada. The Dragoos own about 150 acres of vineyards there.
Atmosphere provides the main difference for Chateau Dragoo. Not only does it have the castle exterior, its tasting room has turrets and wine caves beneath it.
The Dragoos make more than 20 varieties of wine a year for Belle Marie, mostly reds, spokesman Jeff Lazenby said. At Belle Marie, they include a 1999 Grenache/Barbera blend, a 2000 Nebbiolo/cabernet sauvignon blend and a 2002 sauvignon blanc. The wines cost between $14 and $24 per bottle.
Although the local wine industry produces only a tiny fraction of the vast production flowing out of the Napa Valley, their quality is comparable, Lazenby said. The castle motif is part of the next step, providing a setting worthy of the wines.
Dragoo knows Napa. A winemaker for about 30 years, he and his wife owned a Napa Valley winery, Gourmet Haven, for 10 years before moving to Arizona, and then to Escondido.
"This castle is just the next step," Lazenby said.
Chateau Dragoo will offer about four to eight new wines a year, Lazenby said. The first wines include Cinq Diamante, a 2001 blend of five red wines; a Sangiovese clone called Brunello; and a vintage port.
"There'll be a narrower focus of wines at Chateau Dragoo," Lazenby said. "That will enable Mick to try some different things. Some of the wines at the chateau will be aged in oak for a little while longer, and he can experiment with some of the Italian varieties of grapes that aren't as well-known in this country."
Both the wineries are on what the Dragoos have dubbed Wine Haven Campus, a name which highlights a major goal of the wineries, wine education, with classes in wine appreciation offered on-site.
Contact staff writer Bradley J. Fikes at (760) 739-6641 or email@example.com.


text: Rivers of Living Water There are many symbols in the Bible that represent the Holy Spirit. Water is one of them. John7:37 In the last day, that great day of the feast, Jesus stood and cried, saying, If any man thirst, let him come unto me, and drink. 38He that believeth on me, as the scripture hath said, out of his belly shall flow rivers of living water. 39(But this spake he of the Spirit, which they that believe on him should receive: for the Holy Ghost was not yet given; because that Jesus was not yet glorified.) Have you ever felt like you were thirsty and although there was water around you, it seems others were jumping in but you couldn't enter in? Why? You need to DRINK, not just be close to the water. You've heard of leading a horse to water, but you can't make him drink. He has to be thirsty. It does him no good to just stand in it. You can be around the River of Living Water, He can be flowing in others around you, but if you aren't drinking it won't be flowing through you. Isaiah 44:3 For I will pour water upon him that is thirsty, and floods upon the dry ground: I will pour my spirit upon thy seed, and my blessing upon thine offspring: 4And they shall spring up as among the grass, as willows by the water courses. If you're dry and thirsty come to the Water. The River of Living Water will flow out, to flood and soak that dry land. Psalms 63:1 O God, thou art my God; early will I seek thee: my soul thirsteth for thee, my flesh longeth for thee in a dry and thirsty land, where no water is John 4:13Jesus answered, "Everyone who drinks this water will get thirsty again. 14But no one who drinks the water I give will ever be thirsty again. The water I give is like a flowing fountain that gives eternal life." 15The woman replied, "Sir, please give me a drink of that water! Then I won't get thirsty and have to come to this well again Don't be a spectator, begin to participate and drink of the Water that will quench your thirst and satisfy your soul.


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GRAND RAPIDS (WZZM, KELSEY TUREK) -- Many people think that in order to achieve six-pack abs, you need to do hundreds of crunches each day. The truth is, you need much more than crunches to achieve those abs and you'll burn more calories and get a better workout in when you stand while you do those ab exercises. Not to mention it takes the pressure off your neck and back, works your balance and stability, challenges more muscles than just your abs, and can be done anywhere!
*Complete 12-20 total reps per exercise (per side) and complete 3-4 total sets of each exercise
-Standing bicycle crunches: Stand with hands by ears/behind your head, feet hip-width apart. Lift and twist your left knee up toward your belly button as you twist your right elbow to meet your left knee. Continue, alternating side each time. Complete 12-20 total reps, 3-4 total sets. Make it harder by holding small weights in your hands.
-Knee repeaters: Stand with your feet slightly turned toward your left side, arms reaching overhead. With your left foot on the ground, continuously lift your right knee toward your belly button and bring your arms down to meet the knee each time. Make it harder by holding a weight in your hands and going faster.
-Woodchops: Stand with feet slightly wider than shoulder-width apart and with one weight or a ball in your hands. Squat and reach the weight toward your right knee. As you lift out of the squat, twist the weight up and across to the left side of the body, twisting your right foot. Continue on this side and then complete a set starting at the left knee and twisting up to the right.
-Standing front and side crunches: Stand with feet shoulder-width apart and with your right arm overhead, left foot slightly turned out for balance. As you balance on your left foot, lift the right knee up in front of your body, bringing your elbow down to meet it. Return the foot to the ground and then bring that right knee up to the side of the body, bring your elbow down to meet it. Continue alternating front and side until the set is complete and then repeat on the other side. Make it hard by holding a weight in your hand and trying not to let your foot touch the ground in between reps.
-Kickboxing kicks—front, side, back: Kick forward with each leg, leading with the knee first then extending the leg. Continue kicking forward, alternating legs until the set is complete. Next, alternate the kicks to the side, hinging from side-to-side and slightly turning the opposite, plant foot so it's diagonal for balance. For your last round, alternate the kicks backward, pushing and driving with the heels.
-Practical because trains abs in multiple planes—forward, backward, side-to-side—and you most often use your abs while standing
-Less strain and pull on the neck and back
-Improves postural support, balance, and stability
-Burn more calories than traditional crunches
-Can do them easier and anywhere!
For more information on Kelsey, visit her website Strength and Sweat.