Prom 2009

It's prom time again!  All of the Deerfield girls have been dieting, and working out hard so that they can look amazing in their beautiful dresses.  All of their hard work will be rewarded by a delicious meal at the Shackleford House.  The majority of the senior girls and their dates are going to take pictures, and to eat at the Shackleford House.  The Shackleford House is known for its beautiful atmosphere, and its scrumptious catering.  The menu for Saturday night will be salad with fruit and raspberry vinaigrette, beef tenderloin,  stuffed chicken,  steamed asparagus,  red pot mashed potatoes, and strawberry crepes for dessert.  After this delicious meal the seniors will load onto the big party bus and head to prom.  The bus will be filled with loud music, and a lot of dancing!  When the seniors arrive at prom they will participate in the senior walk, and following the walk, two lucky seniors will be crowned prom queen and king.  After all the ceremonious events the real party will begin, and everyone will be able to dance and have a good time.  After the dance the seniors will be going to a seniors house to enjoy a tasty breakfast prepared by all of the participating mothers.  Although there is a lot of stress and drama in preparing for prom, the night is always one to remember.  Prom meals are always extravagantly good, but this year seniors are really getting treated.  The seniors are known for always having a good time, and prom will be no exception.  This will definitely be a meal the senior will always remember!

Owning a local restaurant can be a risky business, unless you’re the owner of Daphne’s Lodge. Daphne’s Lodge is a warm, hospitable restaurant located in Cordele, Georgia that has been a family owned business since 1952. Daphne’s Lodge has been featured in the New York Times, Washington Post, and The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. The restaurant has also appeared in Southern Living, and was also featured on the cover of one of Southern Living’s cookbooks. Everything on Daphne’s menu is to-die-for delicious, from their award-winning catfish to their mouth-watering filet mignon, everything is a winner.
Mr. Burt, one of the owners at Daphne’s says that they really focus on making their customers feel comfortable. Daphne’s puts an emphasis on little details. Daphne’s has a southern, home feel to it, from the white rocking chairs on the front porch, to the gorgeous fireplace in the middle of the dining room. “We are really fortunate that we have been open for this many years, and we are extremely lucky to have been featured in major magazines such as Southern Living, but we work really hard to please anyone and everyone that walks through our doors,” says Mr. Burt. “The most important thing any restaurant can do, that can help to their success, is to be hospitable to their guests.”

Chimpanzee Danger

Many people have a fascination with exotic animals.  According to the NY Times Around 3:40, on February 17, Charla Nash was attacked by her friends 200 pound chimp.  Travis (the chimpanzee) was considered tame, and not dangerous.  If his owner had registered the chimp, travis would have been fully legal in the state of Connecticut.  I do not believe that people should be able to keep exotic animals as pets within their homes.  Exotic animals should be with their own kind.  It is sad, and unfortunate when an animal is orphaned or hurt, but it is not an individuals job to house it in their residence.  People should let zoos, and animal sanctuaries take care of these exotic animals.  Although monkeys are tame, they are still wild animals and people do not realize the power of these beasts.  If an individual is fascinated and curious by these animals they should go to the zoo to observe them, not keep them within a residence.    

Tempting Desserts

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Desserts are very tempting to all ages whether it’s chocolate, cupcakes, or cookies.  Everyone has his or her favorites.  Desserts can make a meal even more delectable.  All children love candy and sweets mostly because they are some what forbidden.  Restaurants cater to children wants by adding a dessert menu just for children.  A lot of menus include dirt and worms (brownie with gummy worms on top), milk shakes, and many different type of ice cream.  After reading over a dessert, it is difficult not to give in and order one, and many try to rationalize getting a dessert by saying they are treating themselves, or that they will diet afterwards. A nutritionist on http://www.surfnetparents.com/nutrition_tips_away_from_home-5908.html says to pick a frozen dessert.  “Trying to find nutritious desserts can be extremely tricky; especially with kids. Come on let's face it, if it doesn't look good they're not going to eat it. Try to encourage them to pick something along the lines of a frozen yogurt with some fresh fruit, or a sherbet ice cream. Even cake without frosting is better than with, and if they want pie, go with the fruit filled pie and steer clear of the chocolate. Pastry desserts are going to be high in sugars and calories so don't even mention those.”  Desserts are not only tempting to children, but they are also alluring to adults.  It is ok to have a dessert every once in a while, but definitely not on a regular basis.  A good way to avoid packing on the pounds is to eat desserts in smaller portions.  Sometimes desserts are unavoidable, but just remember to take a smaller portion, and to get a somewhat healthy dessert like a frozen yogurt or something that incorporates fresh fruit. 

Healthy Eating Tips

Today's obesity epidemic has Americans watching what they eat. Although Americans know that what they are eating is killing them, they are not willing to give up the fried food and saturated fats. The word diet comes with a connotation of nasty tasting foods, and starving ones self. No one wants to go on a diet, but there are simple changes that one can make to obtain a healthier lifestyle. Everyone wants a rockin' body, but most of us are not willing to give up tasty foods that we are accustomed to eating on a regular basis.

Unhealthy foods are convienent, and require little to no effort in getting. An example would be McDonalds. One can get an entire meal at McDonalds for under $5 in about 5 minutes time. Unhealthy food is everywhere we turn. Another example would be the vendingmachine at school or at work; There are NO healthy foods in vending machines because venders know that healthy foods do not sell, and they do not last longer than a week. An easy way to avoid unhealthy eating is to plan out ones meals for the day, so that one will be able to avoid temptation more effectively. Another easy tip to follow is to fix healthy sncks, and to make them more conveinent (some examples would be 100 calorie snack packs, sliced apples, carrot sticks, etc.). For more healthy eating tips go to http://primusweb.com/fitnesspartner/library/nutrition/10eattips.htm. This website lists 10 easy tips for a healthier lifestyle. Many people may struggle in trying to find healthy recipe's for meals. A good blog to look at, and to get ideas from is http://hundredhealthydinners.blogspot.com/search/label/Party%20Food

Tasty Enchiladas

Many people struggle with what they are going to cook for dinner. When Americans get home from a long day at work the last thing they want to do is make a labor-intensive dinner. Everyone enjoys a simple, tasty meal that is easy clean up. Most Mexican dishes are easy to make, and require little clean up afterwards.

Mexican dishes spice up any dinner, and are simple to make. The good thing about Mexican dishes is that they are so versatile. Anyone can put his or her own twist on a classic dish. A classic Mexican dish is enchiladas. Enchiladas are corn tortillas filled with meat, and/or cheese, and either rolled, or stacked, and covered with chile sauce and cheese.

Enchiladas are an easy dish to customize. One could add peppers or onions. Enchiladas are also a good vegetarian dish; Instead of having meat, one could just have peppers, onions, and cheese topped with the classic chile sauce.

Enchiladas are a kid friendly food. This is a great dish to cook with children; kids would have a great time rolling up the tortillas, and pouring the sauce over them. Not only do the enchiladas entertain the kids, but it is also a tasty meal that any kid would enjoy. People of all ages would love this yummy Mexican dish. It is a great meal to entertain with because it is so simple, and delicious. The youtube video below is a great recipe for enchiladas. It also shows good clear steps to follow. Enjoy your tasty south of the border meal!

Valentine's Day Ideas

Valentine's Day is coming up quick, and a lot of people are wondering what they can do for their special someone. Although red roses and chocolates are nice, everyone likes something a little different. Most everyone appreciates the creativity that is put into making Valentine's Day special. Most women want to be treated special, and want their Valentine's Day to be different than their friends. Something as simple as making something can be better than dropping $100 on the typical red roses that most women receive on Valentine's Day. This YouTube clip shows how to make the perfect cupcakes for your special someone. These cupcakes are the perfect thing to surprise your sweetheart with. They are easy, and fun to make. This could also be fun to do with your special someone. Either way these cupcakes are bound to be the sweetest gift they've ever received for Valentine's Day!

Simple Things That Can Make Any Meal Special

Setting becomes a huge issue when one is talking about eating.  Restaurants rely a lot on the atmosphere and lighting.  It is a proven study that dimmed lighting makes us hungrier.  Not only does the dimmed lights make for a special evening, it also serves as a tool to get customers to order more food.  Many people enjoy going to certain restaurants because they like the atmosphere.  Anyone can make a meal more special just by setting the mood. 

Most guys like the bar atmosphere.  They like having a lot of things going on at one time.  They can be with the guys, watch multiple different sporting events, and enjoy good eating.  Women are not completely opposed to going to bars, but I do not think that it is their first choice, most of the time. 

A lot of women like going to chic restaurants when they go out with the girls.   Women appreciate the atmosphere of restaurants more so than men.   A restaurants atmosphere could cause a customer to order something they might not always order, like an expensive drink for example.  Women always enjoy when their man takes them out to a romantic dinner.  It is quite amazing how a few candles, and a nice table setting can alter the mood of a meal.  Personally, I would much rather go to a restaurant that spends time on its appearance, rather than just going to any other restaurant.  

Anyone could achieve a special setting on their own with the right tools.  All one needs is the right dinnerware, and table linens.  It takes a little extra time, but I believe that the extra time is well worth spent.  The mood and setting can make a drab meal into in an extraordinary experience.  Although I think setting sets the mood for meals, I do not think that one should always enjoy out lavish meals because it would become something expected, and it would not be appreciated as much.  One should never underestimate the power of setting because setting can be the difference in having an ordinary dining experience or an incredible one.  

Introductory Blog

My name is Melissa McClure.  I am a senior in high school.  I am very active, and like being outside.  I enjoy all sports, and I love to play softball.  I live on a plantation, and I love to go hunting and fishing.  My favorite book is "The Secret Lives of Bees." I think that every woman should read this book at one point in her life.  I chew gum when I'm nervous because it eases my stress.  I tend to crack my knuckles, and shake my foot when I get bored.  I'm deathly afraid of riding in the car with my grandmother; she drives faster than most race car drivers, and pulls off riskier moves than any stunt person could dream of.  I love all types of food, and that is what this blog will be about.  

I like to cook, and experiencing different cultures through their food.  I do not think that you have to be an expert to talk about food because everyone has to eat. Food is a broad subject, and I hope to cover all different aspects of food ranging from different foods to the different places we eat our food.  I will cover how people's eating habits change with their age.  I will be interviewing different people to get their input on different foods, and restaurants.