Nov 19, 2009 -
After decades of political instability, poverty and uncertanty has Brazil finally hit her stride? We all know that Brazilians know how to party and play (football) but can they roll with the G8 and give them a run for their money? In 2001 Goldmen Sachs placed Brazil with Russia, India and China as the economies that would come to dominate the world.
Some may find it queer to place a country with a growth rate as skimpy as its swim suits, an economic fragility that consistantly suffered with any financial crisis, chronic political instability and a history of squandering economic potential could have so effectively put those wose behind them to pave the way for such a prosperous future. China is said to lead the world out of our currant economic down turn with Brazil hot on their heals. Brazil did not avoid the down turn but was among the last in and the first out. Their economy is growing at a rate of 5% annualy and will pick up in the short term as new deep sea oil fields come online. Brazil also enjoys a food and mineral trade with many Asian countries.
Sometime after 2014 Brazil is scheduled to become the worlds 5th largest economy saying to Great Britan and France uhm excuse me I beleive that's my seat. In many ways Brazil is said to outclass the other up and comers (Chine, India and Russia). Unlike China and Russia it is a democracy. Unlike India it has no insurgent, ethnic, religious hostility or unfriendly neighbors. Unlike Russia it exports more than oil and arms and treats it's investors with respect. Is that code for arss kissing?
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Aug 25, 2009 -
I know that Anotonia's Flowers isn't a new fragrance brand, but their new scent, Sogni del Mare (Dreams of the Sea) is new and it's incredible. This eau de toilette has a light, delicate scent reminiscent of creator Antonia Bellanca's house in Cape Cod Massachusetts. It contains notes of rhubarb, lotus, black currant and blackberries all the while smelling fresh and airy.
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Jan 14, 2008 -
Eau yes! Meet the scentsational celebrity scents—they’re as unique, distinguished, and fabulous as the stars who made them. Ah, the sweet smell of success.
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Jul 16, 2008 -
This spicy curry dish offers plenty of iron and vitamin E. Quinoa is packed with carbs and complete proteins, so you're left happily stuffed and energized.
Ingredients:
2 limes
1 c dry quinoa
1 1/4 c water
3 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
1 1/4 tsp curry seasoning (such as Spice Islands)
3/4 tsp salt
1 package (10 oz) shredded carrots
1 c no-salt-added canned chickpeas (garbanzo beans), rinsed and drained
1 1/2 c thinly sliced scallions
1/4 c sliced almonds, toasted
1/4 c dried currants or golden raisins
3/8 tsp pepper
Directions:
Zest or finely grate one lime to produce 1 1/2 teaspoons zest, then juice both limes.
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May 17, 2007 -
This was definitely the best wine I've had in a long time. The age worked well for it- gigantic but smooth.
Geek points: 95/100
Robert Parker, Wine Advocate: 93 points
Showcases the supple richness and smooth texture of Merlot, with layers of mocha-scented currant, black cherry, earth, coffee and cream notes.
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Mar 07, 2007 -
I hope that the recipes is comprehensible... difficult to translate in English when it isn't your mother thong...
If you like cheese, you should love eat it with sweet food and you should love this explosive combination!
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Jan 03, 2007 -
Salad
4 1/2 c water
3 c (2 10-ounce boxes) couscous
1 c dried currants
1 3-lb roasted chicken, skinned, boned and cut into bite sized pieces
1 1/2 c diced drained roasted red bell peppers (from jar)
1 15 1/2 oz can chick-peas (also called garbanzo beans), rinsed and drained
1 c chopped pitted Kalamata olives
1 bunch green onions, chopped
1/2 c chopped fresh cilantro
Orange Balsamic Dressing
3/4 c orange juice
3 Tbsp balsamic vinegar or red wine vinegar
3 Tbsp grated orange peel
1 Tbsp ground cumin
1/2 c olive oil
Salad
Bring 4 1/2 cups water to boil in large saucepan. Add couscous and currants. Cover, remove from heat and let stand 5 minutes.
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May 25, 2008 -
Launched in 2000, Initial, Boucheron's newest fragrance jewel, is inspired by the mystery, sensuality and allure of pearls. The pearl, symbol of purity and perfection, has inspired reverence throughout history. The Mayas associated it with the dawn of creation.
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Mar 16, 2008 -
This fragrance was something I was interested in because I heard that it was a floral with an edge! If I ever buy floral fragrances they have to have something spicy or different about them. I'm not into generic florals.
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Feb 02, 2008 -
It's getting to be that time of year again that we can actively start working in our gardens. Here are some tips of what you can do in the month of February!
Shrubs and trees
Deciduous shrubs and trees are still dormant enough to transplant this month, once the buds have begun to swell, it will be to late.
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