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Visit the support forum or leave me a tweet @playnethemes. I will get back to you within 12 hours or less and help you with any issue you might have.
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Armeftis & Associates – architects and interior designers offering independent counseling in the field of architecture in Cyprus and abroad. The Firm objective is the effective response to the requirements of large projects throughout Cyprus providing State of the Art design in accordance with implementations of technological and scientific advancements and accountability in the services offered. Our team is headed by capable professionals, with a multitude of skills in regards to experience and expertise. Our Firm has taken part and has been distinguished in many architectural competitions with award winning architecture.


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based on $300,000 loan amount for 25 years
RateCity Says: The more of your home you pay off, the lower your rate could be. This low rate is avialbe for borrowers with equity of 40% or more.
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Pros and Cons
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- No ongoing fees
- Parents can sign as guarantor
- Extra repayments and redraw facility
- Free redraw facility
- No offset account
- Discharge fee at end of loan
- Maximum loan amount is limited to 80% of the property's value
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- Cashback $2,000 cashback for First Home Buyers with Lender's Mortgage Insurance.Purchase your first home with Lender's Mortgage Insurance through Heritage Bank and settle before 28 February 2021, and you could receive $2000 cashback paid into your Heritage transaction account.
Pros and Cons
- No ongoing fees
- Parents can sign as guarantor
- Extra repayments and redraw facility
- Free redraw facility
- No offset account
- Discharge fee at end of loan
- Maximum loan amount is limited to 80% of the property's value
Heritage Bank Features and Fees
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Redraw fee: $0
Split interest facility
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Total estimated upfront fees
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- Cashback $2,000 cashback for First Home Buyers with Lender's Mortgage Insurance.Purchase your first home with Lender's Mortgage Insurance through Heritage Bank and settle before 28 February 2021, and you could receive $2000 cashback paid into your Heritage transaction account.
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Will I be paying two mortgages at once when I refinance?
No, given the way the loan and title transfer works, you will not have to pay two mortgages at the one time. You will make your last monthly repayment on loan number one and then the following month you will start paying off loan number two.
Does Australia have no cost refinancing?
No Cost Refinancing is an option available in the US where the lender or broker covers your switching costs, such as appraisal fees and settlement costs. Unfortunately, no cost refinancing isn't available in Australia.
Can I change jobs while I am applying for a home loan?
Whether you're a new borrower or you're refinancing your home loan, many lenders require you to be in a permanent job with the same employer for at least 6 months before applying for a home loan. Different lenders have different requirements.
If your work situation changes for any reason while you're applying for a mortgage, this could reduce your chances of successfully completing the process. Contacting the lender as soon as you know your employment situation is changing may allow you to work something out.
Can I get a home loan if I am on an employment contract?
Some lenders will allow you to apply for a mortgage if you are a contractor or freelancer. However, many lenders prefer you to be in a permanent, ongoing role, because a more stable income means you're more likely to keep up with your repayments.
If you're a contractor, freelancer, or are otherwise self-employed, it may still be possible to apply for a low-doc home loan, as these mortgages require less specific proof of income.
Will I have to pay lenders' mortgage insurance twice if I refinance?
If your deposit was less than 20 per cent of your property's value when you took out your original loan, you may have paid lenders' mortgage insurance (LMI) to cover the lender against the risk that you may default on your repayments.
If you refinance to a new home loan, but still don't have enough deposit and/or equity to provide 20 per cent security, you'll need to pay for the lender's LMI a second time. This could potentially add thousands or tens of thousands of dollars in upfront costs to your mortgage, so it's important to consider whether the financial benefits of refinancing may be worth these costs.
Is there a limit to how many times I can refinance?
There is no set limit to how many times you are allowed to refinance. Some surveyed RateCity users have refinanced up to three times.
However, if you refinance several times in short succession, it could affect your credit score. Lenders assess your credit score when you apply for new loans, so if you end up with bad credit, you may not be able to refinance if and when you really need to.
Before refinancing multiple times, consider getting a copy of your credit report and ensure your credit history is in good shape for future refinances.
I have a poor credit rating. Am I still able to get a mortgage?
Some lenders still allow you to apply for a home loan if you have impaired credit. However, you may pay a slightly higher interest rate and/or higher fees. This is to help offset the higher risk that you may default on your repayments.
I can't pick a loan. Should I apply to multiple lenders?
Applying for home loans with multiple lenders at once can affect your credit history, as multiple loan applications in short succession can make you look like a risky borrower. Comparing home loans from different lenders, assessing their features and benefits, and making one application to a preferred lender may help to improve your chances of success
If I don't like my new lender after I refinance, can I go back to my previous lender?
If you wish to return to your previous lender after refinancing, you will have to go through the refinancing process again and pay a second set of discharge and upfront fees.
Therefore, before you refinance, it's important to weigh up the new prospective lender against your current lender in a number of areas, including fees, flexibility, customer service and interest rate.
Can I refinance if I have other products bundled with my home loan?
If your home loan was part of a package deal that included access to credit cards, transaction accounts or term deposits from the same lender, switching all of these over to a new lender can seem daunting. However, some lenders offer to manage part of this process for you as an incentive to refinance with them – contact your lender to learn more about what they offer.
How often is your data updated?
We work closely with lenders to get updates as quick as possible, with updates made the same day wherever possible.
How can I get a home loan with no deposit?
Following the Global Financial Crisis, no-deposit loans, as they once used to be known, have largely been removed from the market. Now, if you wish to enter the market with no deposit, you will require a property of your own to secure a loan against or the assistance of a guarantor.
Remaining loan term
The length of time it will take to pay off your current home loan, based on the currently-entered mortgage balance, monthly repayment and interest rate.
Do other comparison sites offer the same service?
Real Time RatingsTM is the only online system that ranks the home loan market based on your personal borrowing preferences. Until now, home loans have been rated based on outdated data. Our system is unique because it reacts to changes as soon as we update our database.
How does Real Time Ratings work?
Real Time RatingsTM looks at your individual home loan requirements and uses this information to rank every applicable home loan in our database out of five.
This score is based on two main factors – cost and flexibility.
Cost is calculated by looking at the interest rates and fees over the first five years of the loan.
Flexibility is based on whether a loan offers features such as an offset account, redraw facility and extra repayments.
Real Time RatingsTM also includes the following assumptions:
- Costs are calculated on the current variable rate however they could change in the future.
- Loans are assumed to be principal and interest
- Fixed-rate loans with terms greater than five years are still assessed on a five-year basis, so 10-year fixed loans are assessed as being only five years' long.
- Break costs are not included.
Why was Real Time Ratings developed?
Real Time RatingsTM was developed to save people time and money. A home loan is one of the biggest financial decisions you will ever make – and one of the most complicated. Real Time RatingsTM is designed to help you find the right loan. Until now, there has been no place borrowers can benchmark the latest rates and offers when they hit the market. Rates change all the time now and new offers hit the market almost daily, we saw the need for a way to compare these new deals against the rest of the market and make a more informed decision.
What is a debt service ratio?
A method of gauging a borrower's home loan serviceability (ability to afford home loan repayments), the debt service ratio (DSR) is the fraction of an applicant's income that will need to go towards paying back a loan. The DSR is typically expressed as a percentage, and lenders may decline loans to borrowers with too high a DSR (often over 30 per cent).
Why is it important to get the most up-to-date information?
The mortgage market changes constantly. Every week, new products get launched and existing products get tweaked. Yet many ratings and awards systems rank products annually or biannually.
We update our product data as soon as possible when lenders make changes, so if a bank hikes its interest rates or changes its product, the system will quickly re-evaluate it.
Nobody wants to read a weather forecast that is six months old, and the same is true for home loan comparisons.
What is a construction loan?
A construction loan is loan taken out for the purpose of building or substantially renovating a residential property. Under this type of loan, the funds are released in stages when certain milestones in the construction process are reached. Once the building is complete, the loan will revert to a standard principal and interest mortgage.
What is an ongoing fee?
Ongoing fees are any regular payments charged by your lender in addition to the interest they apply including annual fees, monthly account keeping fees and offset fees. The average annual fee is close to $200 however there are almost 2,000 home loan products that don't charge an annual fee at all. There's plenty of extra costs when you're buying a home, such as conveyancing, stamp duty, moving costs, so the more fees you can avoid on your home loan, the better. While $200 might not seem like much in the grand scheme of things, it adds up to $6,000 over the life of a 30 year loan – money which would be much better off either reinvested into your home loan or in your back pocket for the next rainy day.
Example: Anna is tossing up between two different mortgage products. Both have the same variable interest rate, but one has a monthly account keeping fee of $20. By picking the loan with no fees, and investing an extra $20 a month into her loan, Josie will end up shaving 6 months off her 30 year loan and saving over $9,000* in interest repayments.


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Mandatory jail terms for offenders caught twice with a knife are poised to be introduced despite a deep coalition split over the move.
Conservative ministers will abstain in a Commons vote on the measures next week because they cannot support proposals that have not been agreed on by both governing parties.
But Tory backbenchers are free to back the Bill amendment that would bring in the reform and Labour has previously said it is "sympathetic" to move.
That could mean the proposal wins enough support to become law in the face of fierce Liberal Democrat opposition.
A Government source said: "The Conservatives have always made clear we want to do more to tackle knife crime. The Commons will vote next week on an amendment to jail people caught carrying a knife on more than one occasion.
"Conservative ministers support these plans in principle. But because this is not an agreed coalition policy, they will abstain in Tuesday's vote.
"However, other Conservative MPs will be free to vote as they wish and these new powers stand a good chance of becoming law."
Metropolitan Police Commissioner Sir Bernard Hogan-Howe has backed the automatic sentencing proposals while Lord Chief Justice Lord Thomas, the most senior judge in England and Wales, has called for an urgent review of sentencing for youths carrying knives.
But Liberal Democrats accused the Tories of seeking to exploit the death of teacher Ann Maguire in a Leeds classroom for political gain.
Deputy Prime Minister Nick Clegg fears that mandatory sentences could lead to innocent peopled being jailed and risk turning the "young offenders of today into the hardened criminals of tomorrow".
A senior Lib Dem source said: "The Liberal Democrats have been clear from the outset that we do not agree with these proposals. We set out our position in May.
"As a result, all Liberal Democrat MPs, whether ministers or backbenchers will be voting against the amendment - the parliamentary party is united on this.
"The key to reducing crime is to focus on what works - firm, practical solutions that address the root causes of crime and stop people offending in the first place.
"Under this Government, crime is at its lowest levels since independent records began.
"We believe in giving judges the flexibility to use their expertise and judgement, based on the facts of each case. Prison is often going to be the right option and violent offenders who are a danger to the public ought to be behind bars, but that should be for judges to decide."


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Golden Rule specializes in Design-Remodel services. The process begins with designing the most functional space possible, within the designated budget, then proceeding into construction with thorough management and craftsmanship. Working with a professional designer ensures that details are complete before construction begins and creates an easy, enjoyable process for the client.
Golden Rule's interior designer provides the professional services our clients need and deserve. Design is the process of solving problems and helping people feel positive in their space. Golden Rule's designer will listen to your needs, budget, and get to know your lifestyle so that the perfect space can be designed for you.
When the time comes to select finishes, you will have fun with our interior designer selecting materials and fixtures that complement each other and help create your vision. You will also be presented with computer animation renderings of your remodel, helping you envision exactly what your space will look like. Golden Rule's designer will work closely with all trades to coordinate every element of your project, making the process easy and enjoyable for you.
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The Golden Rule Process
Initial Consultation
The initial consultation gives us the opportunity to inspect the areas of your home you wish to remodel, listen to your needs, and brainstorm ideas together. We will discuss design style and the architectural character of your home. It is also very important to discuss budget options at our first meeting so that we can make suggestions that are within a comfortable budget range. Our initial consultation is complimentary and also gives you a chance to learn about our process so that you can decide if it is right for you.
Design & Estimating Development
Some projects require design work before an actual estimate can be calculated. When you decide to proceed forward with Golden Rule Remodeling & Design we enter into a Professional Services Agreement. Our design team will create designs based on your needs and budget and begin an estimate for your project.
Construction Phase
Once we have created a design that melds with the budget we sign a construction agreement and begin prepping for production. We will present you with a schedule, order materials, coordinate trade partners and submit plans for permit if necessary. Once construction has begun you will have daily communication with your Lead Carpenter. He is working on site and managing the overall progress.
Final Wrap Up
Once your project is complete and cleaned we walk through the remodeled area with you and inspect the details. Your five year warranty begins and you can begin enjoying your new space!
Golden Rule Remodeling & Design offers a 5 year warranty on workmanship which far exceeds the one year warranty required by the Construction Contractors Board. We want you to feel comfortable calling us with any question or concern. We take pride in our work and want to ensure that our product is functioning well and enjoyable for you!


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ROCHESTER — Fire Department members recognized a woman who has been making their Christmas brighter for more than a decade.
Every year around Christmas, Gonic resident Cheryl Dewhurst McCarthy, daughter of a former fire chief, has been cooking an Italian dinner, complete with pies and desserts, that's enough to feed firefighters at both fire stations. For the Fire Department members, it gives them a chance to all sit down together, eat lots of food, and spend time together during the holiday season.
Fire Chief Norm Sanborn said it's typical for the firefighters to go back for second or thirds during that meal. He said her chocolate cream pies are especially delicious.
"It's unbelievable all the stuff she brings. We look forward to it every year," said Sanborn.
On Monday, McCarthy was speechless after being surprised with recognition at the main fire station.
She has been cooking the dinner each year for about 15 years, after her father, former Fire Chief Raymond Dewhurst, died in 1996.
"It's kind of my therapy every December," said McCarthy. "The Fire Department has been my life, and it was Dad's life."
McCarthy said both her mother and father died in December, a year apart. About 15 years ago, she was looking for a way to give back to the Fire Department, and decided to make the large dinner for the firefighters each year around Christmas.
On Monday, McCarthy reflected on Dewhurst's passion for the Fire Department and his career as a firefighter.
"He's always been a firefighter. He absolutely loved his job, and he was good at it," she said.
McCarthy remembers visiting her father at the fire station when she was younger and lived within walking distance from the station. Back then, she was allowed to go down the poles at the station, she recalled.
Sanborn said Dewhurst made lasting contributions to the Fire Department as chief.
Dewhurst designed the main fire station, which was built in the mid-1970s and is still modern by today's standards.
"He really had a good vision for what the city needed long-term," said Sanborn.


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Alas, this isn't the kind of head shot Sally Struthers likes posing for.
The "All in the Family" and "Gilmore Girls" star was busted for alleged drunken driving in Ogunquit, Maine, early Wednesday.
The Ogunquit Police Department tells E! News that the 65-year-old actress was collared on suspicion of operating under the influence after being pulled over on U.S. Route 1 around 12:20 a.m.
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Struthers was taken into custody and transported to a nearby police station, where she was booked and released after posting a $160 bail.
The two-time Emmy winner and noted children's activist faces a $500 fine and a 90-day suspension, but there's no risk of jail time. Her arraignment is scheduled for Dec. 13.
Struthers has been in southern Maine appearing in the stage musical 9 to 5, which runs through Saturday at the Ogunquit Playhouse.
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The official dairy alternative review! (to be updated)
Add your reviews to the thread (all brands welcome!), and I will add them to the compilation. The non-dairy ice cream review is separate, and can be found here: http://vegweb.com/index.php?topic=22710.0
Cheezly-"Bacon" added
makes fabulous panini! I love it! (willwolf)
I've been wanting to try this for a very long time. I tried a piece plain, and was pretty disappointed (flavor is ok, but texture was grainy and weird), but I melted some pieces on a roll in the microwave, and it's amazing! Melted in 45 seconds, taste is cheezy and bacony...in good ways. I can't wait to try it some other way. I'm going to try other cheezlys at some point. I wish it was a little bit better to have with crackers or something. (AC)
Love it! Made mac and cheese with it. So delicious. (eldsjal)
Cheezly-Cheddar slices
Cheezly-Cheddar mature red
Really good cheddar. (eldsjal)
Cheezly-Cheddar mature white
I bought this yesterday from one of the local supermarkets. It melted quite well for Cheez on toast and worked well on pizza. My omni boyfriend was also quite impressed with it. I liked it and I think it's one of the meltiest cheezes I have found. (shelloid)
fine, but a little rough/gritty in texture, probably from all the potato starch in it. It's definitely a better cheese-and-crackers cheez. (fb)
Can't really tell any difference between this and the mature red. But it's delicious. (eldsjal)
I've never had dairy Edam, but this was delicious. It was smooth and not grainy. The flavor was mild and cheese-like, with no grossness. Enjoyed! (AC)
Cheezly-English white cheddar
Cheezly-Garlic and herb
I bought a round of this at Food Fight on my trip to Portland. Upon bringing it home and trying it I found the texture to be a bit grainy. It crumbles quite a bit as well. But overall the flavor is good, creamy and rich without being overpowering or chemical tasting. (cali)
I'm pretty sure this is my favorite store-bought cheese. I can't tell if it tastes like real gouda, because I've never had the original, but it's still pretty damn tasty. (eldsjal)
I think this may be my favorite vegan mozzarella. It melts well and tastes great. (willwolf)
It didn't melt for me. Turned into a kind of grainy mush. Pretty damn tasty, but not texturally amazing. (Narcissus)
My favorite cheese to use on pizza. (eldsjal)
Cheezly-Mozzarella slices
Cheezly-Pepper jack
Cheezly-Smoked cheddar
Cheezly-Soy free
It melts and stretches. I had it in a grilled cheese sandwich and it was the most amazing thing!! It melted, got gooey and stretchy and tasted just like cheese. Weirdest thing, it's made with Cassava!? So it's soy free too. I swear, I don't work for them but this is the closest thing I've had to real cheese EVER (w.m laura)
Okay so it's only availabe in Canada right now (where it's made!) and at some pizza places in Los Angeles BUT you can buy it online at Pangea Vegan Store...check it out: http://www.veganstore.com/daiya-vegan-cheese-shreds/Page_1/209.html cheddar is the best. Making grilled cheeses in my george foreman grill is my new raison d'etre! Okay and it's expensive with the shipping but I didn't get the super fast shipping, I just got it with a freezer pack and crossed my fingers. It arrived via UPS ground 5 days later and was totally fine. I've been eating it at pretty much ever meal. (w.m. laura)
I made broccoli beer cheese soup tonight using Daiya, and it was freakin' GOOD. I was a little nervous about the flavor since most vegan cheeses are only good when baked - but Daiya was amazing & added to the flavor, thickness, and creaminess. (jessacita)
OMFG!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! U guys... it's finally here!!! Vegan cheese that melts like cheese, has the same texture as melted cheese, tastes almost just like melted cheese! U need to by it i swear i can't stop eating it. It does smell a little off... i don't think i could eat it raw. both were good i thought the cheddar was a bit better (amymylove)
I've tried this in quesadilla format and by itself so far. It's pretty good, and though it's stretchy, it's not stretchy in the same way cheese it. It's, how do I say, a softer stretch? It's interesting - I didn't expect the stretchiness to help along its "cheesiness" a lot, but it does, it gives it a lot better "authenticity." The taste is pretty much like processed cheddar. It's nothing "complex" or fancy, just like stuff kids would eat. I like it enough to get it at my local WF when it arrives, but not enough to order online again (it nearly melted in 2-day transit with cold packs, but then again, it was triple digits here). My non-vegetarian boyfriend, on the other hand, was much more enthusiastic: Initially, he wanted to make sure with me it wasn't cheese, and suggested the company was faking us vegans out just like those Emes gel people. Then he said he'd never know the difference. THEN he called up his MOM to tell her about how amazing this cheese was and how if she was ever considering trying fake cheese (this was all out of the blue), that she should try this one because she wouldn't be able to tell the difference. I guess now I can stop spelling imitation cheese with a cheez or chz or chiz or whatever. (fb)
This cheese is AMAZING guys!!! There is a chain around here called zpizza that has it as a topping option. It's hands down the best veg cheese I've ever tasted, with absolutely no "odd" soy aftertaste. Consistency is right on too. It would be PERFECT for grilled cheese!! (GreenT)
it's so weird, it seems like the non-vegans are digging the stuff more so than vegans are! but I'm pretty into it myself... I think it's super delicious. I don't really think it actually tastes like cheese, but it's good anyway! (tweedle)
So.........it's good...........I dunno? We had it on quesadillas, and it's definitely tasty, but I'm just not into it for some reason. It melts wonderfully, it's very similar to a processed type of dairy cheese, but....? It was just too heavy, or there was something weird about it. I really don't know! Maybe I'm finally done looking for new vegan cheeses? I do not know. (AC)
Pretty good, but I definitely have to melt it completely otherwise I don't like the taste. It reminds me of the processed cheese from my pre-veg days! (icephrosty)
YES! I've only tried the yellow so far (all the others went right into the freezer out of fear) but it's really good in a dilla. I had one tonight with a whole roasted green chili & some sliced red onion. It was like I was transported back 25 years to the days when I ate cheap nachos at the skating rink! (But in a good way--very yummy!) (quintess)
Both flavors are good, but best of all is using both together... on pizza, mac n cheese, quesadillas, enchiladas... the possibilities are endless. I prefer the italian flavor over the cheddar, but when used together they are beyond awesome. This cheese is what made my vegetarian-on-the-brink-of-going-vegan fiance finally make the leap. And he LOVED dairy cheese. So yay Daiya! Both the Whole Foods stores near me sell the shreds in plastic containers by weight, and we've never had any of it go bad on us... though I think the longest one container has lasted was about a week and a half. (1stdrop)
It is more like american cheese then cheddar but is not bad. The texture tastes processed to me. It melts nicely and is stretchy. Next time I order I want to get the italian for some pizza. That would be cool if Whole foods has it when I go sunday. Also, I tried it plain/unheated and it is not bad. It reminded me of cheeze it crackers. (monkey7)
It's good, it melts and does all the things it's supposed to, but I realized that I really don't miss cheese after all. I doubt that I'm going to order it again. (texans4tofu)
I melted some of the "cheddar" on some whole wheat crackers the other night with some seasonings... zomg. I am still amazed by how stretchy and melty it gets. it gets me all excited! (tweedle)
best of the non-dairy cheeses. I am pretty sure I've tried them all and there are some other good ones out there, for sure (I love Teese's nacho cheese too much). Some dishes I've made with Daiya are better than others, though. I'm so used to just not using cheese in a lot of recipes that I don't really bother with alternatives anymore, but I do use Daiya on grilled sandwiches and pizzas and am very happy with the results (although I can't get it to be as melty and delicious on pizza at home as Whole Foods seems to be able to get theirs - it's sort of pissing me off). (jendiggity)
it was awful straight out of the package - tasted like playdoh or something, but it was good on the enchiladas....much better than FYH yellow cheese! I'd like to try it on a panini or quesadilla next.... (erinmonster)
I love it. I probably will not buy it everytime but I like knowing its there. The white is equal in taste to FYH for me, (which I've realized I like when i shread it,) but the cheddar Daiya is the ONLY store-vegan cheese I like at all! (The FYH cheddar and teese nacho one make me wanna puke...) (babysgotsauce)
i made some mac and cheese and it was sooooooooooooo good!!!!! even my little sister (NOT vegan) said it was good. yayyy. yum yum yummmm i'm sold (veganhippie)
FUCKING AMAZING!! my whole foods started carrying it and i made mac and cheese that tasted JUST LIKE the kfc mac and cheese that used to be my absolute favorite. i also put it on some broccoli. yumm. i plan on making pizza, quesadillas and grilled cheese with it too. woooo (veganhippie)
We made grilled cheez for lunch using both. It melted well and tasted real to me. DH liked it after a few bites, but it took him a minute. We then ordered pizza tonight...half baked (the pie), no cheez and then added the daiya mozz when we got home. cooked it for 15 min more at 400. it was awesome! Dh loved it, and Noah did too (usually doesn't like vegan cheez). I totally agree with FB on this....I really have outgrown cheese. While I enjoyed it and can see what all the hype is about, I think i am better off making my nooches and ordering cheeseless pizza. We will probably treat ourselves to this once every couple of months, although DH might disagree and buy it every week. (L2A)
has grown on me.....I used what I had left on some roasted potatoes last night and it was awesome! (erinmonster)
I love it! I wouldn't eat it every day, but I didn't eat dairy cheese every day either even as a vegetarian or omni. I will definitely use it when I'm cooking for things like church potlucks so that there's something my son and I can eat but that likely will go over well with omnis too. (ascwing)
I think I'm in love..... the best tasting vegan cheese I've had (vege143)
Put it over some leftover veggie fajitas and it was pretty rockin'. I also ate a big handful of it when I was drunk and it was the closest thing to real cheese I can remember. I don't think I'll buy it often, but it'll be fun to play with every now and then. (sb)
I made a mac and cheese casserole with brocoli,tomatoes and soysage. It was really good, I'll buy it occasionally. (lubi)
love it! I buy this big daddy (VE 5lb), then put it in several smaller bags to freeze. That's so much more economical than buying the smaller bags. (quintess)
This was good--the melty factor was amazing. It tasted a bit like I remember Velveeta tasting like--kind of processed, but salty and good. We had it on quesadillas to really savor it, and I wasn't disappointed. It kept my black beans and peppers from falling out, and it was gooey when I cut it. I don't know if I'll get it too often, as it's $5 a bag, and although it's good I'm not sure it's THAT good! Definitely a special occasion food, but I certainly liked it. (veganrun)
I thought this has a really odd texture. I didn't like it at all--when it was melted, it stuck to my teeth and just felt really gummy. The texture when it was cold seemed about right, though. I tried it on a pizza, sprinkled on a baked potato, and on nachos. It didn't seem to matter how much or little I used, the texture was really off-putting. The cheddar also had a strange flavor that I didn't entirely like, but it wasn't terrible. (vegrunski)
I'm so glad I tried the other Daiya cheese before this one because this sure was a let down. It was SO strong tasting and rather disgusting. It reminds me of that cheese that comes in a spray can.. Not worth the $5 I spent on it, but I'm glad I gave it a shot anyways. (taintedlove)
Good news! I had this sitting in my freezer after I tried this on a quesadilla and hated it- I decided to give it another try on grilled cheese and holy shit, it's so much better. I guess it just depends what other flavors it's with. Yay!! (taintedlove)
My favourite vegan cheddar cheese. I never really cared much for vegan cheeses, but these daiya products have changed my mind. I love using this in mac and cheeses, and even on top of pizza. (dannibazaar)
I guess I never came back in here after my initial review? I don't know what happened then (used too much?), but we absolutely love Daiya now. We buy it every week, mainly for quesadillas, sometimes sandwiches, pizza, and pasta. I like the cheddar more than mozz. (AC)
Daiya-Cheddar style wedge
Very sharp flavor, and salty. These melt much more easily than regular daiya, and have a little bit of a softer texture unmelted than regular daiya. If you don't like the gooey texture of melted daiya, this is no different. This one was, surprisingly, my least favorite - I found it too sharp/salty. It's pretty similar to the cheddar shreds, but stronger. If you use it, slice it very thinly (so it's actually kind of nice that it's so strongly flavored, because it'll last longer). The overall shape of the wedges seem to be so you can slice them and have perfect slices for bread; however, you have to be pretty good with a knife to do this well for the whole block. A wide enough mandolin slicer or the like would make it a lot easier. I generally have just been slicing off the edge and doing it that way rather than making neat slices. It'd be cool if they could package this pre-sliced, though that would probably mean more packaging and less shelf life once opened. The container is supposed to be resealable, but works just ok; I put it in a zipper bag anyway. I can't comment on the shelf life of these since we've eaten them pretty fast once opened... I probably won't get the cheddar again, as I like the other flavors better as slices, and for other uses I can use the cheddar shreds. (fb)
I tasted this at Vegfest, so I didn't have a huge sample to try, but I thought it was good. I wasn't blown away by it or that surprised, but it was tasty. Something I'll want to buy at some point, but I don't feel urgency. (AC)
Daiya-Havarti style jalapeno garlic wedge
Absolute favorite. A milder flavor with a teeny bit of a kick of jalapeno (just a little!), and a little garlic flavor - not a ton - but it's there. The texture is a little softer than the other wedges, in that it's still sliceable, but could be spread (even though firm). Goes best by itself on bread or crackers, or with some tofurky slices. Similar sodium content here, but less noticeable to me, maybe because of the other flavors going on. Even though it's a little softer, it's as easy to slice as the other flavors. Of the wedges, I'd definitely get this again. I like it just about the same as the pepperjack shreds, but as a different use. (fb)
Just a small taste of this, but I found the garlic pretty strong. I wouldn't call it mildly flavored with the garlic and jalapeno, but it wasn't very spicy. Texture and taste good overall. The cheese flavor is mild. (AC)
Okay so it's only availabe in Canada right now (where it's made!) and at some pizza places in Los Angeles BUT you can buy it online at Pangea Vegan Store...check it out: http://www.veganstore.com/daiya-vegan-cheese-shreds/Page_1/209.html reallllllly good . Making grilled cheeses in my george foreman grill is my new raison d'etre! Okay and it's expensive with the shipping but I didn't get the super fast shipping, I just got it with a freezer pack and crossed my fingers. It arrived via UPS ground 5 days later and was totally fine. I've been eating it at pretty much ever meal. (w.m. laura)
Wow! It is amazing. It's a little more like American cheese than mozzarella but, still, it was a fabulous pizza experience. I ate the whole thing. My omni husband was duly impressed and even said that he would eat it instead of real cheese next time! (veggydog)
I got to try the Italian blend on pizza at a WF in Vegas - amazing! It really does get all melty like dairy cheese, but it has it's own great taste. (icephrosty)
OMFG!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! U guys... it's finally here!!! Vegan cheese that melts like cheese, has the same texture as melted cheese, tastes almost just like melted cheese! U need to by it i swear i can't stop eating it. It does smell a little off... i don't think i could eat it raw (amymylove)
I made a pizza and calzone last night w/ italian blend and it was really yummy! I was a little nervous when it got here because it was room temp, but I went for it, (not givin any to the kiddo just to be safe,) and neither my BF or I got sick, so it must have just had a "cheesey" smell to it.... (babysgotsauce)
I've tried the Italian Daiya twice now on pizza, and I have to admit that I feel conflicted. The texture is thicker and stretchier than any other vegan cheese I've tried, but it's also sticky. The flavor is so, so, so much like a processed American cheese food slice. Kinda gooey/salty/not occurring in nature type of consistency and taste. I'm planning to order some and try it in my own kitchen to figure out a more appetizing way to prepare it, but to me that kind of flavor does nothing to enhance the quality of my food. I'm bummed. (mamaanna)
i tried some daiya at a restaurant yesterday on pizza and it is definitely stretchy and more mozzarella-looking than other vegan cheeses ive tried. the mouthfeel is different though - it's more creamy and thick feeling than chewy like mozzarella. it was good and my omni friend even liked it on her pizza but it's not something that i would really spend tons of money for. (ppc)
So far we've had this on pizza and in a quesadilla. It melts well, and it sure enough does burn just like cheese when it's on the bare crust or pan (and it tastes EXACTLY like burnt cheese, which sounds weird, but it's true). It's more mild than the cheddar. Also, though it does burn like dairy cheese, it doesn't have that burning pattern dairy cheese does on pizza (with little splotches of slight burntness), it's just uniform. It does stretch, but not as far as dairy cheese (but whatever!). So far, I think I like the cheddar better as it's "shaper" and it works better in the quesadillas, but this is probably best for pizza. Next pizza will be a Italian/cheddar blend! FYI, it takes about a half of a half pound package for a pizza. (fb)
I didn't like it at all. I keep telling myself just give up trying vegan cheese because I'm always disappointed. This time it was the texture. It is a very weird texture, and it really gave me the willies. It reminded me of snot! Hahaha, sorry to gross anyone out, but I'm being completely honest. I wish I had asked for the pizza with no cheese at all. However, my husband (who eats real cheese) really enjoyed it. (nightbloomers)
the best vegan cheese I've ever had, and I've been a tough critic of vegan cheeses, likening it's texture to soft plastic. I stopped by Whole Foods after work and was excited to find "Daiya Vegan Cheese Italian Shredded" in those clear plastic containers, pre-weighed with a sticker sealed across it, you know like when you buy deli salads by weight. It was in the same section where you find Follow Your Heart and other vegan cheeses. Mine was $2.30 for .23 lb and provided way more than I needed for the pita pizza I made for dinner. I sprinkled Daiya on a pita pocket and put it in my toaster oven. In less than 5 minutes it was already melted. Not soft, but melted! Hallelujah! I added fresh basil and tomato slices to complete my pizza. It was delicious, with a buttery flavor that complemented the basil quite nicely. This is one vegan cheese that I would actually serve to an omnivore. It was that good. (saskia)
i like the white better on pizza. The yellow to me has a better flavor, but that's probably because it's more like cheddar. (fb)
I tried the white kind today & it was really good too! I keep using it in a quesadilla with green chilis & sliced onion. SO good! The best cheese I've had since going vegan! (quintess)
great, I made about 3-4 pizzas while I had mine, and sprinkled the white with olive oil before baking, it was very yummy! I also froze mine from fear immediately and it was fine. (babysgotsauce)
I'm sorry to say that I really didn't like it. The texture was more creamy than anything & I just didn't enjoy the taste. The pizza would have been better without it. Maybe the texture was creamy due to the moisture in all the veggies. It might work better if it was just a cheese pizza. I'm glad I finally got to try it & I think I would buy it and experiment with it - that is, if it becomes available in a local store at a reasonable price. (purpledancer)
And I must admit, it didn't quite live up to the hype. Yes, it was good, and I will most likely buy it from now on, but FYH monterey jack will always hold a special place in my heart....but back to the Daiya - it didn't exactly melt on my pizza, but the taste was good - different from FYH more seasonings maybe....and it stuck to my teeth/lips/chin like dairy cheese used to, which was a little weird....but all in all, I liked it - I wouldn't kill for it like some people, but it's decent.... (erinmonster)
I'm not that impressed with it. It tastes too processed for me. I don't think I will buy it again. (monkey7)
It melted well when I made it on pizza but it kept sticking to the back of my teeth from biting into it which kinda creeps me out (amymylove)
the texture is a bit sticky... but OMG, just tried this stuff for the first time, and it TOTALLY made me happy! I made flatbread pizza with roasted tomato sauce & Daiya mozzarella... mmmmmmmmmmmmmmm, I accidentally ate the whole thing in one sitting! (hotcooknmama)
made a quesadilla. I'm not much of a fan of animal analogues, but man that's good stuff. (hh)
I had the same texture problem with this as I did with the cheddar--gummy and sticking to my teeth when melted. I did like the flavor of the mozzarella a lot better than the cheddar, but most of the things I would want to eat it on would be hot, so the texture would be an issue. Oh well! (vegrunski)
(squeal of excitement) This is amazing! If cheese was holding you back from being vegan, this will change your mind like it did mine. It smells a bit like bleu cheese, which I never liked, but it tastes different. It doesn't really taste like mozzarella, but it has that tangy flavor that cheese does and takes care of those cravings! It can be expensive, but for me, it was so worth it! (taintedlove)
This was the first of the daiya brand cheeses that I ever tried. At first I was like "ehhh" upon trying it uncooked, but when I had it all melty on pizza, I was lovin' it. I love this in pasta bakes and on pizza. So so good. (dannibazaar)
I would always buy cheddar over mozzarella, but I do still like the mozz. I even prefer cheddar on pizza for some reason, but this makes a good pizza as well. The mozz seems to be a bit stronger than cheddar, so I would use even less. Still great, though. (AC)
Daiya-Jack style wedge
More mild, pretty good. It's still pretty salty though, even though these all have about the same sodium content as regular shreds. I'm not sure if it's something else about the flavoring that does it, or that it's harder to use less when un-shredded or something. Anyway, I like this one. It's got more flavor than the mozzarella shreds, and is pretty much like the (surprise) pepperjack without the peppery flavor. I'll probably get this again. (fb)
Also small taste of this, but not very memorable. I think it was good, but quite mild. I would prefer this over the Daiya mozz, and wouldn't be against purchasing it. (AC)
I just tried this on some crackers--it was delish! The consistency was definitely hard enough that it slices without crumbling or mushing but I could spread it on a cracker easily. It was slightly less smooth than cream cheese and had a mild cheesey flavor that is not at all like plastic or soy (which is what I think alot of fake cheeses taste like). I think if you are a fan of the daiya mozzarella then this flavor would appeal to you--although I hate the daiya shreds cold but this was excellent. (aggplanta)
Daiya-Pepper jack
At first I was all "meh" but then I was all "YEAH!". At first it tastes milder than any other cheese, but then as you continue to eat your giant greasy quesadilla, you're like "holy sh*t it's cheese!" and then you finish the bag and you cry. The peppery flavor also becomes more pronounced as you eat it. It would be interesting on pizza, especially mixed with the cheddar. I hope these dudes come out with more flavors! (fb)
I was expecting it to be more peppery based on the appearance/smell, but it really does come out more as you eat! It's kinda like a peppery aftertaste. It's really good like the other flavors..almost a cross between the cheddar and mozz. The mozz is too strong for me, so this is more mild...but with that extra flavor. I had it on a grilled cheese, but would use it for anything. I won't be able to get it as often since I have to order this flavor, but I think it's my favorite. My shreds were larger, but I think that might have been because it got a bit melty during shipping..then re-chilled. It made it fine, though! (AC)
Blech! I concern friends with the mass quantity of salt I put on oily/greasy food. Daiya is quite oily, so I should find the heavy salt treatment satisfying, but it's way too salty. Wow! My mouth hurts from the saltiness, and the flavor is only meh. I like Daiya Mozzarella a lot (it's salty, too), so I know it's the variety, not the brand. If I wanted something approximate to pepper jack, I'd go with Follow Your Heart Nacho. (hh)
This is disappointing. I don't want to spend $5 for a small bag of this shit ever again. It's not spicy, it tastes weird, and isn't anything like the pepperjack I used to know and love. Sad. (sb)
I can now get this at the store, so I usually get it when I buy Daiya. It's mild, but I do enjoy the flavor. (AC)
Dixie diner-Cheese (not) sauce mix
Dr cow-Aged cashew nut cheese
Now this stuff is interesting. I want to say it's mild and at the same time I want to say it's strong... Let's put it this way: it's cheesey, but it's not sour like some sharp cheeses. It's pleasant (I would definitely say it's not one of those "acquired taste" or love/hate things, like nutritional yeast seems to be). At first I thought it was kind of boring, but after savoring it, it's got a sort of a "complex" taste I guess you could say (like some cheese!). I'm glad I tried it, and it's too bad it's so expensive. However, it lasted me longer than I thought it would. Also, I would recommend just eating it straight, without crackers/bread/etc, because I think those things take over the flavor (hence me calling it mild). I want to try the other varieties now! These are small (think a quarter cup measure plus a little), so if you order it over the internet or something, just keep in mind you're treating yourself to a $7 delicacy. (fb)
I don't think this is worth the hefty pricetag. It's not bad but it isn't great either. The block is TINY and I'm still trying to use it all up after a few weeks. I don't like it plain, so I've been grating it over Italian dishes. (icephrosty)
Dr cow-Aged cashew and brazil nut cheese
Dr cow-Aged cashew and crystal algae cheese
Dr cow-Aged cashew and dulse cheese
I'm not sure if it was supposed to taste like it did, but to me it tasted spoiled. There was mold on it. I don't know what raw aged cheese is supposed to be like, but I ended up throwing this out. (quintess)
Dr cow-Aged cashew and hemp seeds cheese
Dr cow-Aged cashew and kale
Dr cow-Aged macadamia nut cheese
Dr cow-Aged macadamia and hemp cheese
Dr cow-Cashew nut cream cheese
Field Roast-Herbed chao cheese
Follow your heart-Cheddar
smells really gross, but not that bad in a mac and cheese stuff. (ponycakes)
pretty good, and seems to be lower in fat than the mozzerella. I've tried to use it on nachos, though, and it solidifies waaaay too quickly... oh well. (fb)
We really don't like this...I was expecting so much more from this, and the mozzarella. The cheddar is actually kind of gross..the mozarella is ok. The cheddar one has an odd taste..and the texture doesn't really help much. I don't understand why so many people like this! I'm sticking with my Tofutti. (AC)
really off-putting to me when I am handling it, but once it has (finally) melted, it's always fine. Also, they get moldy relatively quickly so you better have plans for that whole block. (veganfilmjunkie)
weird (ponycakes).
kinda weird. And I always melt it in a saucepan before I put it on anything....otherwise it won't melt....ever.... (erinmonster)
lacks taste... and at almost $5 a block I want taste. (hotchef84)
Thank goodness for this! I was really bummed that I didn't like Daiya, but I'm so glad I decided to give vegan cheese another try. I tried some shredded on nachos. This shreds really nicely, which I didn't expect given the somewhat soft texture of the cold cheese. I melted it in the microwave - it melted more in some spots than others, but that happens often with real cheese too. The flavor and texture are great when melted - it is actually pretty convincing! It doesn't have the stringiness factor which Daiya is better at imitating, but I've decided I don't really like that about real cheese. I only wish that the flavor were a bit more sharp - this is more of a mild cheddar, but I really prefer a sharp cheddar flavor. It was not very good cold. I can't wait to try the mozzarella or monterey jack flavors, which seem to have better reviews. (vegrunski)
Update on this - I really don't like the flavor (smell) of this unless it's melted. And it's really difficult to melt, say if you put it in a burrito or something. Once it melts, it's good, but I'm not sure it's worth the trouble. (vegrunski)
I used to like this, only because I couldn't get Daiya in stores. It had a weird texture that I didn't like very much. (dannibazaar)
My least favorite of the FYH cheeses. Again, not as good as the Daiya. (sb)
Follow your heart-Cream cheese
This tastes exactly like Tofutti to me, but it's a *lot* more expensive at my HFS. (Sharway)
I used it to make cream cheese icing for carrot cake and it came out great! I sampled a little before adding in the icing sugar and it was "just ok". I would never use this plain on a bagel. (icephrosty)
This was my first vegan cream cheese, and it was ok. I had it on a bagel with some cranberries. It was pretty good overall, but not great on its own. I might buy it for something specific, but it's not spectacular. (AC)
I like Tofutti way better, this was sour to me. (amymylove)
Follow your heart-Monterey jack
This is my favorite of the FYH vegan cheese line. It works well for everything. (willwolf)
Definitely needs to be melted to be enjoyed. Probably the mildest of all the FYH cheeses and is fine. Satisfactory, but fake cheese still has ways to go... (fb)
didn't like it (veganfilmjunkie)
I only like this melted. It does smell pretty nasty (sometimes I try to get someone else to grate it for me heh) but the smell goes away after it gets yummy and melty in the oven. Like it. (ponycakes)
shredded on pizza with a little olive oil brushed on top of it is pretty great! (lubi)
only kind of cheese I like....I think the mozzarella and monterrey jack are pretty much the same thing, And I always melt it in a saucepan before I put it on anything....otherwise it won't melt....ever.... (erinmonster)
This is our favorite vegan cheese! We've tried quite a few (yes, including Daiya), but this is nice and mild. The flavor is even pretty good on its own. It does have a bit of a monterey jack flavor, and the texture isn't too weird. The texture could be better (still too soft and grainy), but it's the best. It definitely does need to be completely melted first (if you're wanting it to melt) before preparing it (i.e melt in microwave before using in quesadilla), but it did melt very well in the microwave. Yay for this one. I didn't feel weird after eating it. (the FYH cheddar was like the first vegan cheese we tried, and it was GROSS..at that time at least) (AC)
This stuff is really good melted on a chick-un sandwich. Other than that, it's not really worth a damn. (sb)
Follow your heart-Mozzarella
amazing. if i make a pizza, this is on it. mm. also tasty on pasta casserole dishes. (ponycakes)
great. i use it in vegan calzones; it's the best "cheese" for pizza-type stuffs. a lot of fat though! (fb)
I was slightly disappointed, but it might have been b/c of my preparation. I put it on a grilled sandwich...so it wasn't quite melted all the way. It had a weird texture-kind of mealy/grainy...I'm probably going to make a pizza at some point, so I'll report back. (AC)
I love this but don't buy it much...I think most cheese products are too expensive and there are too many yummy alternatives that I could create. (thhf)
really off-putting to me when I am handling it, but once it has (finally) melted, it's always fine. I tried the monterey jack and didn't like it. Also, they get moldy relatively quickly so you better have plans for that whole block. (veganfilmjunkie)
only kind of cheese I like....I think the mozzarella and monterrey jack are pretty much the same thing, And I always melt it in a saucepan before I put it on anything....otherwise it won't melt....ever.... (erinmonster)
love it (hotchef84)
I really love this. I cut it into bits and put it on a pizza. It melted perfectly (at 450 degrees for about 20 minutes) and was really smooth. I can't wait to use up the rest of the block! (KMK)
Yum! This really took me back to pregan days. We ate it on pizza, and we were really hungry and scarfing it down, and my boyfriend had taken a couple of bites and goes "Oh! I totally forgot this wasn't real cheese for a couple of seconds!" which I think is about the rest review there is! I honestly think I could fool most omnis with this on a pizza. It melted really nicely, and it got that brown crispy top that cow cheese does on pizza. It had that nice salty flavor that I look for in cheese, and I thought the texture was good--not quite as stringy as cow mozzarella, but it's not waxy or greasy. Really good stuff! (veganrun)
Hmm. Not so sure about this one. The flavor is really bland. I know mozzarella is not a strong cheese, but I feel like this should at least be a little saltier. I might give it a try on some lasagna. I do like the texture of FYH, but it does take a lot to get it to melt. (vegrunski)
This stuff is good if you can get it to melt completely. Not as good as the Daiya mozz, but still good. (sb)
Follow your heart-Nacho
I like this flavor the best. (mdv)
pretty good. I like it on top of veggie burgers or shredded over tortilla chips. (icephrosty)
Hmm. On the one hand, it's got a fairly cheddary flavor with some spices. On the other hand, it has that FYH problem where it can melt (but at 500 degrees) and then quickly solidifies at room temp. I like it fine, but there are better cheeses these days. Teese nacho cheese is definitely preferable to this for me, for both texture and flavor. (fb)
This stuff is awesome! It's so much better than the pepperjack daiya, it's actually kinda spicey. Makes great nachos too. (sb)
Food for lovers queso
This is a good nutritional yeast-based queso sauce, but I like the teese nacho sauce better. This is tangy and smooth, but teese has that extra cheese-like factor somewhere that this doesn't have. I'd definitely get this again if teese wasn't available, though. (fb)
Also disappointed with this. I prefer this over Nacho Mom's, but not over my own. I've even made the recipe for this before, and I think I preferred that! This has more spice than NM, but still not spicy. It's pretty good, but not anything special for me. (AC)
trader joe's chocolate soymilk: best stuff on earth! i drank this when i was omni, and my brothers drink it too. it is soooo creamy and tasty and there isnt a lot of that yucky soy aftertaste. mmm :)>>>
Ok, here I go (and I hope I can remember the many soymilks I've had):
So Nice Original: THE BEST EVAH! Of all dairy alternatives, any kind, this is the ultimate. It's my staple "vegan" purchase - I gotta have my soymilk every week. Creamy, not too sweet but not plain and chalky. Wonderful.
So Nice Mocha: This comes in little drinking cartons. I was hesitant to try it, unsure about the coffee-ness, but it's great! Not too strong of a flavour, but enough to hit the coffee/chocolate craving.
So Nice Nog: (See Vitasoy nog comments) Hard to say which one is better, vitasoy or so nice... I think I might like So Nice more.
Vitasoy (low fat) Original: This is a little funny tasty, but not in a bad way. It's not my go-to soymilk, but I've bought it when on sale and it's nice to have around when I run out of So Nice and don't have time to take the bus to the grocery store.
Vitasoy (low fat) Vanilla: I like this one too. Again, not my favourite, but it's smooth enough and a little sweet. Good on cereal.
Vitasoy (low fat) Chocolate: Yum! Smooth and sweet. A nice chocolate treat.
Vitasoy Chocolate Peppermint: MY FAVOURITE FLAVOURED SOYMILK! It's sooooo divine. Wonderful hot and cold.
Vitasoy Holly Nog: I bought this on sale once and was worried it'd be gross. But nope :) I don't know what regular egg nog tastes like (and I don't plan to find out), but this is a good holiday flavour.
Natura Original (I think only available in Canada): ICK. Disgusting. Don't even bother.
Natura Vanilla: A little better than original, but not worth it.
Natura Strawberry: I wish it was good, but it isn't.
Natura Chocolate: This is the only Natura flavour that I actually like. Not as good as other chocolate kinds, but still pretty yummy.
Silk Original: This brings back bad memories, so I don't buy it. It was the only soymilk available in the cafeteria at school (during my first year of university). It's not bad, but I just can't drink it.
Silk creamer: I tried this once, but decided, if I want something in my tea/coffee beverage, I'll just use soymilk.
Should I comment on Almond Breeze as well? I'll just say that I like all kinds (original, vanilla, and chocolate).
That's the ice cream, right? Yeah I can get it - I've never tried it though. The maple sounds nice, but I've been hesitant to step outside my wonderful Soy Delicious bubble.
Well, if AC says so! ;)b
Kozyshack soy pudding (vanilla):
very thick and smooth. Not too sweet; kind of like if you thickened regular vanilla soymilk with a wee bit of extra sugar. Good vanilla flavor. At first I wished it was sweeter, but I've adapted to it - not sugary like ZenSoy!
Kozyshack soy pudding (chocolate):
Also very thick and smooth. It seems slightly less sweet than the vanilla, but not so much that the cocoa is bitter. Seems to have a lot of cocoa. At first I wished it was sweeter, but I've adapted to it - not sugary like ZenSoy!
And then I got a coupon for two more! :D
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Road's End Nacho Chreese Dip (mild):
Egh. I should have noticed before purchasing that this stuff has more tomatoes in it than anything else - it tastes very tomato-y and is kind of sour... not too cheesy at all. Make a cheese sauce recipe from vegweb rather than buying this... However, if I had bought it as salsa and 'cheese' pureed together, I might have liked it more.
I haven't drunk it in a while, but I used to buy mostly Westsoy low-fat or non-fat. Mostly for baking and smoothie-ing. It tastes just OK. It's fine for those two purposes. I would sometimes drink it warmed up with vanilla. It's thin, but that's how I prefer my soymilk.


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JNN 16 May 2013 Yangoon : A boat carrying about 100 Rohingya Muslims capsized off western Myanmar and many were feared drowned at the beginning of a mass evacuation from low-lying regions ahead of a powerful storm, a United Nations official said on Tuesday.
The tropical depression, likely to strengthen into Cyclone Mahasen this week, threatens areas of Myanmar where about 140,000 victims of ethnic and religious unrest are living in camps. The United Nations warned last week there could be a humanitarian catastrophe if people were not evacuated.
The boat struck rocks off Pauktaw in Rakhine State and sank, said Barbara Manzi, head of the Myanmar office of the U.N. Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA).
A military intelligence officer told Reuters at least 50 people drowned when the boat went down at around midnight on Monday. It was one of six leaving Pauktaw, the official said, declining to be identified because he was not authorized to speak to media.
The evacuation from Pauktaw was part of a government evacuation plan, said Kirsten Mildren, a spokeswoman for OCHA in Bangkok. She said she had heard five boats had set off but accounts were confused. She understood 42 people survived and eight bodies had been found.
"We understand that yesterday evening they went out with the approval of government officials. This was part of an official government evacuation plan although the boats were not government boats. They were moving from a low-lying area to a safer area," she said.
Forecasts by the U.S. Navy's Joint Warning Center show the storm making its way north over the Bay of Bengal. It is expected to make landfall on Thursday near Chittagong in Bangladesh before moving into neighboring Myanmar.
The United Nations said about 69,000 people, most of them Rohingya Muslims, were living in Rakhine State in accommodation at risk of flooding and other damage during the rainy season, which starts this month and continues until September.
The evacuations, a joint effort by the government and aid agencies, are seen as a test of Myanmar's willingness to assist the Rohingya, an impoverished and long-persecuted people who bore the brunt of sectarian violence in Rakhine State last year and suffered before that during half a century of military rule.
Vice-President Nyun Tun visited some of the camps on Tuesday to try to persuade people to relocate but many refused to go.
One group who had been displaced from Thandawli village in the state capital of Sittwe said they would not go to a nearby army barracks.
"If the storm comes, we want to die here," said Fatima Hadu, 65, as the rain poured onto shelters built with little more than bamboo and thatch.
OCHA head Manzi implored the displaced in one camp to move to a safer area and said they could send representatives to look at the new site first, but that had little effect.
"We didn't receive food assistance here. If we go to a new place, we won't receive food assistance. Whether there's a storm or not, we will die here," one man told her.
At least 192 people were killed in June and October last year in violence between ethnic Rakhine Buddhists and Rohingya, who are denied citizenship by the government in Myanmar and considered immigrants from Bangladesh.
Myanmar is a predominantly Buddhist country but about 5 percent of its 60 million people are Muslims. They face a growing anti-Muslim campaign led by radical Buddhist monks.
Around Sittwe, up to 45,000 displaced people living in low-lying areas have been identified as the most vulnerable to Mahasen. Some have begun to be moved to higher ground.
Evacuations began on Monday from Pauktaw, a port town about 27 km (17 miles) by sea from Sittwe. Hundreds of Rohingya homes were destroyed in Pauktaw in October and nearly 20,000 Rohingya have been in camps there, including about 12,000 in flood-prone areas, according to U.N. data.
In Bangladesh, authorities told residents of outlying islands to start evacuating. Fishing boats and other small boats were warned to remain near the coast and not venture out to sea.
In eastern India, authorities put 10 coastal districts on alert.
Images taken by NASA's Aqua satellite on May 13 showed the storm's center northeast of Sri Lanka packing winds of up to 50 knots (92 km per hour/57 miles per hour). The winds are expected to increase to 130 km per hour (80 mph) as the storm goes north.
The space agency forecasts the storm will be upgraded to a Cyclone 1 level by Wednesday.
In 2008 a cyclone swept across Myanmar's Irrawaddy Delta, south of the old capital, Yangon, killing up to 140,000 people.


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Mike Tyson's back in boxing as a promoter
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- She wrote script for stage show that toured the country
VERONA, N.Y. (AP) — When Mike Tyson returns to boxing on Friday night, he'll be on the outside of the ring looking in.
More than two decades after a social worker introduced him to trainer Cus D'Amato, Tyson will return to his roots in this sport, but this time as a promoter. The former heavyweight champion has a new enterprise, Iron Mike Productions, and he will present his first fight card at Turning Stone Resort.
The main event features an IBF super bantamweight title fight between champion Argenis Mendez and challenger Arash Usmanee.
Tyson says he's ecstatic to be back in the sport. He says his fighters won't be subjected to what he went through in his heyday.
"When I first got involved, I just didn't know," Tyson said. "Never in a thousand years did I plan on doing it. I'm just happy to be back involved in boxing. It's a dream come true. I'm a little nervous."
The man who once sued promoter Don King for $100 million for taking his money also has reinvented himself as an entertainer. Last month, Tyson announced he's going back to pay television, where his fights were some of the biggest moneymakers in boxing history. He's teaming with director Spike Lee to bring Tyson's one-man stage show to HBO later this year. The program was filmed on Broadway, where "Mike Tyson: Undisputed Truth" ran last summer.
Tyson's wife, Kiki, wrote the script for the stage show, which toured the country earlier this year. Tyson said it reflects his life's journey from Brooklyn street tough guy to happily married father, and credits his wife for his foray into promoting.
Not bad for a man who only five years ago was a desperate drug addict contemplating suicide. His depression reached a low on May 26, 2009, when his 4-year-old daughter, Exodus, was tragically killed when she was strangled by a cord while playing on a treadmill.
It hit Tyson hard, but the death — and his marriage to Kiki soon after — helped rescue him from the abyss.
"I didn't think I'd be here much longer," Tyson said. "I was planning on killing myself. I was overdosing every night. I couldn't believe it — that I was waking up. Living life is different for me.
"I had to change my life. It's been hell, but I'm happy to be alive."
And ecstatic to be back in the sport, where he earned and lost over $300 million.
Tyson, 47, who was elected to the International Boxing Hall of Fame in nearby Canastota, N.Y., two years ago, hopes to provide his fighters with a structured environment for success — in and out of the ring.
"You're never going to hear them say 'Mike Tyson stole from me.' Hopefully, they'll never end up like me," he said. "I'm not a magician. The only thing I can do is suggest — go in the right direction. We have to look for happiness within. I can't stop somebody from hurting themself."
Still, he knows it won't be the same.
"I can't be like Cus. These guys (today) would lose their minds with the discipline," Tyson said. "Forty percent of fighters — they can't even make their own weight. Fighters need to be self-motivated. They should be the first one in the gym and the last one out. I'm never going to be wealthy again, but I can still give back. Boxing gave me so much. This should be fun.
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The once-a-year event that bargain-conscious skiers and snowboarders dream about happens this Friday, Saturday, and Sunday–- as Freestyle, the sports shop on Westfield Road, holds its annual swap and yard sale. The event lets people who have excess/old equipment drop it off until Friday, and then the folks at Freestyle price it for sale. The sellers get "paid" in store credit, and the buyers often get a sweet deal–- although this reporter drew years of derision with a pair of pink skis obtained here for under $100.
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It's a great opportunity to help yourself AND help a local retailer. Freestyle has the quality employees and knowledge you normally find only at major ski resorts out west. Their yard sale is an institution ... and your store credit gives you access to their expertise as well as their products. Don't miss it!
My daughter got her first pair of skis at this sale. Great deals, and I've heard this is going to be a snowy winter.


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DAYTON, Ohio -- For fans of the history of aerial warfare, there is probably no better place to visit than the National Museum of the United States Air Force, based here at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base.
As part of Road Trip 2013, CNET reporter Daniel Terdiman stopped at the museum and saw many of the most important aircraft in American history.
Perhaps the most striking of all the planes in the museum is the B-2 Spirit stealth bomber, which first emerged from its Palmdale, Calif., hangar on November 22, 1988. According to the museum, "B-2 Spirit merged the high aerodynamic efficiency of the "flying wing" design with composite materials, special coatings and classified stealth technologies. As a result, the B-2 became virtually invisible to even the most sophisticated air defense radar systems....Based at Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo., the B-2 soon demonstrated its combat capabilities in Operation Allied Force over Serbia in 1999, Operation Enduring Freedom over Afghanistan in 2001, and Operation Iraqi Freedom over Iraq in 2003.
"With a crew of only two -- the pilot in the left seat and the mission commander in the right -- a typical combat mission consisted of a non-stop flight from Whiteman Air Force Base to the target and back. During these missions, normally lasting more than 30 hours and requiring numerous aerial refuelings, each B-2 delivered up to 40,000 pounds of precision weapons."
This is Bockscar, the B-29 Superfortress that dropped Fat Man -- the second atomic bomb ever used in warfare -- on Nagasaki, Japan, on August 9, 1945, effectively ending World War II. The Smithsonian's Air & Space Museum in Washington, D.C. has Enola Gay, which dropped Little Boy on Hiroshima three days earlier.
This is an SR-71 Blackbird, seen at the Strategic Air Museum in Ashland, Neb. The National Museum of the U.S. Air Force also has a Blackbird, of which there were 32 built. According to the Air Force museum, the SR-71 was "a long-range, advanced, strategic reconnaissance aircraft developed from the Lockheed A-12 and YF-12A aircraft. The first flight of an SR-71 took place on December 22, 1964, and the first SR-71 to enter service was delivered to the 4200th (later 9th) Strategic Reconnaissance Wing at Beale Air Force Base, Calif., in January 1966.
"The U.S. Air Force retired its fleet of SR-71s on Jan. 26, 1990, because of a decreasing defense budget and high costs of operation.
"Throughout its nearly 24-year career, the SR-71 remained the world's fastest and highest-flying operational aircraft. From 80,000 feet, it could survey 100,000 square miles of Earth's surface per hour. On July 28, 1976, an SR-71 set two world records for its class -- an absolute speed record of 2,193.167 mph and an absolute altitude record of 85,068.997 feet."
This Caquot Type R observation balloon from World War I, allowed American military personnel to see up to 40 miles behind enemy lines in a bid to see troop movements or other activity. It was a hydrogen-filled balloon with a gas capacity of 32,200 cubic feet, a length of 92 feet, and a diameter of 32 feet.
It could "lift two passengers in its basket, along with charting and communications equipment," according to the Air Force museum, "plus the weight of its mooring cable, to a height of [up to] 4,000 feet....During WWI, American balloon observers directed artillery fire and targets such as troop concentrations and supply dumps. They noted more than 11,000 enemy airplane sightings, 1,000 instances of military traffic on railroads and roads, and 400 artillery batteries."
A great deal of the Caquot balloons were produced for WWI.
This is a replica of the Wright brothers' 1909 Military Flyer.
The airplane became "the first military heavier-than-air flying machine," according to the museum. "Upon purchase by the Signal Corps for $30,000 on Aug. 2, 1909, the U.S. Army designated the Wright 1909 Military Flyer as Signal Corps Airplane No. 1, and it remained the only Army airplane for nearly two years."
This 1918 wind tunnel was built at McCook Field in Dayton, Ohio. "Using a 24-blade fan of 60 inches diameter," according to the Air Force museum, "the tunnel developed a maximum air speed of 453 miles per hour at its 14-inch diameter choke-throat test area.
"It was used for calibrating airspeed instruments and testing airfoils. The item to be evaluated was placed in the choke-throat and viewed through the glass door. During operation, the air was drawn into the small end of the tunnel and exhausted from the large end where the fan was located."
With the Germans threatening to win World War I on the strength of their new fighter planes, the American military turned to the French Spad XIII, a small plane with a 220-horsepower engine that, according to the Air Force museum, had a top speed of 135 miles an hour, about ten miles an hour faster than the German fighters. "It carried two .303-cal. Vickers machine guns mounted above the engine," according to the museum. "Each gun had 400 rounds of ammunition, and the pilot could fire the guns separately or together. Technical problems hampered production until late 1917, but nine different companies built a total of 8,472 Spad XIIIs by the time production ceased in 1919.
"Since the United States entered World War I without a combat-ready fighter of its own, the U.S. Army Air Service obtained fighters built by the Allies. After the Nieuport 28 proved unsuitable, the Air Service adopted the Spad XIII as its primary fighter. By the war's end, the Air Service had accepted 893 Spad XIIIs from the French, and these aircraft equipped 15 of the 16 American fighter squadrons."
This is the famous British Sopwith F-1 Camel, which was used to shoot down more enemy planes than any other World War I fighter. The plane went into action for the first time in June 1917, with the British Royal Flying Corps and Royal Naval Air Service, and two U.S. Army Air Service squadrons also flew the Camel in combat, according to the Air Force museum.
The plane was also used, according to legend, to shoot down the ace pilot Red Baron.
This is the Kettering Aerial Torpedo, otherwise known as the "Bug," the earliest-ever cruise missile.
According to the museum, it was "launched from a four-wheeled dolly that ran down a portable track [and its] system of internal pre-set pneumatic and electrical controls stabilized and guided it toward a target. After a predetermined length of time, a control closed an electrical circuit, which shut off the engine. Then, the wings were released, causing the Bug to plunge to earth -- where its 180 pounds of explosive detonated on impact."
However, although the Dayton-Wright Airplane Company (founded by the Wright Brothers) made nearly 50 of these weapons, they never saw combat. This is a replica.
The Martin MB-2 "was the first U.S.-designed bomber produced in large numbers," according to the museum. It was ordered in 1920 and replaced British- and Italian-made bombers made in the U.S. under license during the first World War.
This is a replica of a Boeing P-26A Peashooter, the American military's first-ever monoplane. The planes first flew in March 1932. Eventually, the Air Corps ordered 111 of the Peashooters.
The Martin B-10 was known to be America's best fighter plane. It was a big leap forward for the military because it had a retractable landing gear and variable pitch propellers. It also had enclosed gun turrets, an enclosed bomb bay, and was faster than any production fighter in the world. This is the last B-10 in the world.
The Curtiss P-36A "Hawk" "was first procured for the Air Corps in 1938," according to the museum. The Army Air Corps purchased a total of 243 P-36s, but by the time World War II began, the plane was outmoded, and was eventually used mainly for training and courier duties at home. This is the Air Corps' first-ever P-36A.
"In January, 1942, Gen. Henry 'Hap' Arnold selected Lt. Col. James Doolittle to lead Special Aviation Project No. 1, the bombing of Japan," according to the Air Force Museum. "Although the Doolittle Raid of April 18, 1942, caused only minor damage, it forced the Japanese to recall combat forces for home defense, raised fears among the Japanese civilians, and boosted morale among Americans and our Allies abroad."
In December 1946, Doolittle and the other Raiders met to celebrate his birthday, in the process starting an annual tradition. These 80 silver goblets were presented to the Raiders in 1959 by the city of Tucson, Ariz., each representing one of the men. At the reunions, the surviving men turn their deceased comrades' goblets over, and as of July 2013, there are just three remaining unturned goblets. When only two remain, the final two Raiders will drink a last toast.
This is a rebuilt RB-25D, the plane that Lt. Doolittle flew in his raid on the Japanese.
When the Americans formed their first radar-equipped night fighter squadron in January 1943, they did not have an effective night fighter, according to the museum, so they relied instead on the British Bristol Beaufighter until a plane could be produced at home.
This is a B-24 Liberator, the most-produced military bomber in history. At its peak, a B-24 came off the assembly line every 56 minutes, and in total 18,000 were built. It was a mainstay for the American in World World II, which used the plane in every combat theater.
This a German World War II-era BF-109, which, with 36,000 built, was the most-produced fighter of all time.
The B-17 Flying Fortress, from World War II, "is one of the most famous airplanes ever built," according to the Air Force museum. It first flew in July 1935 and eventually flew in every World War II combat zone. "It is best known for the daylight strategic bombing of German industrial targets." All told, 12,726 of the planes were built.
This is the German ME-262A, the first operational jet fighter in world history. However, though it could fly very fast, its engines were temperamental and it was slow to accelerate, so the Allies would simply fly large numbers of fighters over German airfields and attack the planes on takeoff. The ME-262A was not destined to help the Germans win the war.
This is an actual Fat Man atomic bomb, found in the National Museum of the United States Air Force. The American military produced several Fat Mans, although just one was dropped, on Nagasaki, Japan, on August 9, 1945.
This is Bockscar, the B-29 Superfortress that dropped Fat Man on Nagasaki, as seen from the front.
This is an F-86A Sabre, which was the U.S. Air Force's first swept-wing jet fighter. It made its initial flight in October 1947, and the first production model flew in May, 1948, according to the Air Force museum. In September of that year, it set a world speed record of 670.9 miles an hour.
The Sabre was a day fighter and was used in the Korean War, battling Russian-made MiG-15s, eventually shooting down 792 MiGs with a kill ratio of 8:1, according to the museum.
This is a B-52 Stratofortress. According to the Air Force museum, the B-52 became operational in 1955 and for years was the Air Force's main long-range heavy bomber, especially during the Cold War. Indeed, the plane is still operational today with some potentially flying until 2040. Nearly 750 were built, with production ending in 1962. A B-52 dropped the first airborne hydrogen bomb on May 21, 1956, over Bikini Atoll, and in 1965, the planes entered combat in Southeast Asia. "By August 1973, they had flown 126,615 combat sorties with 17 B-52s lost to enemy action," according to the museum.
This is "Patches," a UC-123 Ranch Hand. The planes were used in Southeast Asia, and according to the museum, Ranch Hand crews denied the enemy the ability to ambush vehicles and boats in the jungle by spraying herbicides and defoliating the jungle. "To accomplish the mission, Ranch Hand crews flew [the planes] on straight runs at very low altitude over a well-armed enemy," according to the museum, and the planes were hit regularly, leading to a reputation as the most shot-at Air Force plane in Southeast Asia.
This plane, known as "Patches," was shot almost 600 times, as its nose art suggests.
The F-111A was developed to meet the Air Force's need for a new air superiority fighter. The plane had variable-geometry wings, which could be swept forward on takeoff or landing, or during slow-speed flight, according to the Air Force museum.
The B-36J was known as the Peacemaker. It was designed during World War II, and the plane went operational with Strategic Air Command in 1948. Some of the planes "served as photographic reconnaissance aircraft, and others were adapted to launch and retrieve specially modified RF-84F/K reconnaissance planes."
This is an RF-84K Thunderflash, which would have been dropped from a B-36J. The Thunderflash was a reconnaissance and nuclear strike fighter. It had a short range and could not be fueled in mid-air, so being dropped from a B-36J was a way to extend the plane's range, according to the museum.
The F-84F Thunderstreak saw duty during the Berlin crisis in 1961, the year that saw construction begin on the Berlin Wall, with 200 of the planes involved in that pivotal Cold War event.
The Air Force museum's B-2 bomber, as seen from the front.
This is a B-1B Lancer, a multi-role, heavy bomber that first flew in 1984. "The B-1B's blended wing body configuration, variable-geometry design, and turbofan engines combined to provide greater range and high-speed (Mach 1.2) at sea level," according to the museum. "The B1-B employed forward-looking radar and terrain-following radar. it also had an indicator for moving ground targets. Its extremely accurate [GPS], inertial navigation system, Doppler radar, and radar altimeter enabled aircrews to navigate accurately around the world without ground-based navigation aids." The plane was used in combat in 1998, and was also used in Kosovo and Afghanistan, and in 2002, the Air Force began cutting the number of B-1Bs as a cost-saving measure.


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Detroit Lions general manager Martin Mayhew said after the season that the Lions will make it a priority to add playmakers to their defense in 2013.
Defensive end Cliff Avril is one of the few playmakers currently in-house, but he has already labeled his return as 50-50. He turned down a three-year, $30 million deal prior to last season, choosing to play under the $10.6 million franchise tag.
Avril told SiriusXM NFL Radio on Friday he felt he was worth more than what the Lions offered him last year. Avril (rightfully) believes he's in a great position to hit the open market as a soon-to-be 27-year-old pass rusher. He believes he can hit the jackpot. He doesn't even rule out a Mario Williams-type contract.
Yes, thatMario Williams, who signed a six-year, $100 million contract with the Buffalo Bills last March, a deal which guaranteed him $50 million.
"Anything is possible," Avril said, via mLive.com. "I would love to get Mario's deal. Who wouldn't? Those are some great numbers. My thing is I want to keep getting better. I'm still young. I'm only 26 years old. The sky is the limit as far as that. Those are some great numbers. Hopefully we can get somewhere near there."
Any team that gives him a deal similar to the one Williams signed is crazy (mostly because the team that gave Mario WilliamsMario Williams-like money was crazy). We're sure even Avril doubts he'll sniff that payday stratosphere, but we don't blame him for trying.


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Santerno gets the green light to start the supply of the inverter systems for one of the largest solar projects in the world.
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SAN FRANCISCO, Nov. 27, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Santerno, the Carraro Group Business Unit specializing in power electronics, has received the green light to supply a complete energy conversion solution for the Mount Signal Solar project 1, in Imperial Valley in Southern California, one of the largest solar PV plants under construction in the world.
According to the terms of the agreement, Santerno will supply a series of 1.5 MW plug & play stations, complete with inverters, medium voltage transformers and remote control systems, for a total value of more than $25 million.
"In addition to the economic importance of the agreement," commented Enrico Carraro, Chairman of the Carraro Group, "this is a historic moment for our company entering the highly potential U.S. Utility Scale Market with a dedicated line of products which has already been appreciated by Santerno's market leading partners in Europe over many years.
"The penetration of the U.S. market and other similar international initiatives confirm the global development plan of Santerno, with a strong focus on increasing its market share in the markets of tomorrow.
"These kind of excellent commercial agreements, along with the ongoing rapid development of the product portfolio further strengthen the position of Santerno in the global market and provide a solid foundation for further growth in the coming years," concluded Enrico Carraro.
The "Mount Signal" Solar Project 1 is a 265 MWp single-axis tracker solar PV project, under construction along the border of Mexico in Imperial County, California. The Mount Signal Solar project 1 will produce approximately 500 million kWh per year (equal to an annual consumption of 65,000 homes in San Diego, CA) and will save approximately 365,000 tons of CO2 per year, equivalent to the absorption of 15 million forest trees.
The acquisition of the Mount Signal Solar Project 1 represents an important recognition of the leadership of Santerno in its industry, leveraging the competence of its team and the entire Carraro Group in building solid relationships and gaining the trust of major customers worldwide.
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Santerno, with over 40 years of experience in power electronics and 25 years in solar PV, is a leading solar inverter company headquartered in Italy. To date, Santerno - led by Tomaso Carraro, Chairman, and Marco Tecchio, CEO - has delivered over 2,500 MW of inverters, mostly to Utility Scale applications in Italy, Spain, China, India, Australia, Thailand, Canada, USA and other countries.
With a wide range of applications up to 2MW in size, Santerno is a wholly owned company of the Carraro Group, a public company global leader in manufacturing off-highway drivetrain systems. The Carraro Group has been in business since the '30 and is traded at the London and Milan stock exchange since 1995. In 2011, the Carraro Group Sales Revenues exceeded $1.2 billion.
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Can We Merge GEOSAT Follow-On with TOPEX/Poseidon and ERS-2 for an Improved Description of the Ocean Circulation?" Journal of Atmospheric and Oceanic Technology 20 (2003): 889. Abstract"
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Effect of the processing methodology on satellite altimetry-based global mean sea level rise over the Jason-1 operating period." Journal of Geodesy 88, no. 4 (2014): 351-361. Abstract"
First quality assessment of the Cryosat-2 altimetric system over ocean." Advances in Space Research (2011). Abstract"
High resolution altimetry reveals new characteristics of the December 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami." Geophysical Research Letters 33 (2006): 21602. Abstract"
Jason-1 Geophysical Performance EvaluationSpecial Issue: Jason-1 Calibration/Validation." Marine Geodesy 26, no. 3 (2003): 167. Abstract"
Jason-1 global statistical evaluation and performance assessment: Calibration and cross-calibration results." Marine Geodesy 27, no. 3 (2004): 345. Abstract"
A new assessment of the error budget of global mean sea level rate estimated by satellite altimetry over 1993-2008." Ocean Science 5 (2009): 193-201. Abstract"
Reducing Cross-Track Geoid Gradient Errors around TOPEX/Poseidon and Jason-1 Nominal Tracks: Application to Calculation of Sea Level Anomalies." Journal of Atmospheric and Oceanic Technology 20 (2003): 1826. Abstract"
Sea level budget over 2003-2008: A reevaluation from GRACE space gravimetry, satellite altimetry and Argo." Global and Planetary Change 65 (2009): 83-88. Abstract"
Sea level variability in the Arctic Ocean observed by satellite altimetry." Ocean Science Discussions 9, no. 4 (2012): 2375-2401. Abstract"
Terrestrial waters and sea level variations on interannual time scale." Global and Planetary Change 75, no. 1-2 (2011): 76-82. Abstract"