I don’t know about you, but my world has been a little more stressful since… say, last November. Even without the continuous news updates—and the time I spend reading them, along with the various Twitter threads that try to game theorize them—I’ve got a lot to manage and balance in my life: I work part-time as an…
This bourbon-spiked, chocolate and walnut pie (aka we-can't-call-it-Derby-pie pie) may well be the most controversial pie in the history of Kentucky. And controversy — and a lawsuit or two— has made this pie a part of Kentucky history. So eating a piece of this pie, you might say, is like eating a piece of history.
But we'd argue that this pie isn't just famous because of some back and forth over a name. This pie is famous because it's a downright delicious dessert that's easy to whip up and pretty as you please to look at — especially with a dollop of bourbon whipped cream on top. Try it and let us know if you agree.
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United Airlines makes headlines for the wrong reasons again after a pro golfer discovered that United had decapitated his treasured golf clubs while transporting them.
Golf Clubs are usually checked in as oversize baggage and treated carefully (one would hope) but it appears that United is now going after clubs [and rabbits] too.
The image below will break a golfers heart and I wonder how it’s possible for the clubs to arrive with such a degree of damage and I’d really be interested to know how the golf bag looked as well.
The story was featured at Golf Digest yesterday (access here) in an apparent jab at United over their widely published violent incident a few weeks ago.
United Airlines’ year from hell continues. …
Now comes this tweet by five-time Web.com Tour winner Mat Goggin, who found that after landing and retrieving his bags that his clubs had been broken.
The 42-year-old Australian didn’t stop at just tweeting out the photo though, he made sure to twist the knife with a little jab of his own.
We would advise Mat to lay low on this one. You can always get new golf clubs, what you don’t want is a concussion.
Articles like these will probably continue for quite some time and prove to be a rather long lasting damage to the United Airlines brand which many now associate with violence.
At the same time United made further headlines in yet another unrelated incident where a giant rabbit was found dead after a flight from London-Heathrow to Chicago (see NY Times article here).
Conclusion
All these small incidents would probably not gather much attention but after all the controversy of the past weeks the airline is now collecting the bad news like a mosquito trap and the media is just too happy distributing them.
While many are talking about lawsuits and how much the assaulted passenger will cost United I think the damage to it’s brand and permanent headlines like these will cost the company more in damage to it’s image than financial restitution to the passenger.
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The sheet pan meal strikes again with this easy, weeknight-friendly chicken souvlaki. If you're a fan of Greek flavors like lemon and oregano, and ingredients like kalamata olives and feta, you're going to love this dish.
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Blue cheese dip just might be the best of both worlds. It has the smooth deliciousness of a mayonnaise-based dip, but the addicting tanginess that only comes from blue cheese. For any party or social event, it’s a guaranteed crowd pleaser, and best of all… it’s easy! You can whip up this versatile dip in ten minutes or less, and it might get eaten just as fast.
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Jim PaullRevenge?
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KUALA LUMPUR: Three failed attempts to get an identity card have left a Sarawak-born student in a quandary over her desire to pursue higher education abroad.
Riana Mae Christopher Bakar, 19, who wants to be a lawyer, has turned to the media to highlight her plight.
She said although her father is local, her mother is a Filipina. As a result, her birth certificate was stamped “Bukan Warganegara”, or non-citizen.
To add to her dilemma, her parents failed to register their marriage before she was born.
“Since I was 12, I have been trying to get an identity card, but my three applications were not approved,” she lamented.
Riana is among probably thousands of children born “stateless” because one of their parents happened to be a foreigner.
Meanwhile, Malaysian International Humanitarian Organisation president Noorazman Mohd Samsuddin said the relevant parties should find a new approach to fix the problem.
“This issue should be duly resolved so that it will not spill over to the next generation. It is not fair to punish these children because of their parents’ mistake or negligence.”
Expressing similar views, Malaysian Muslim Consumers Association leader Nadzim Johan hoped the relevant parties would review the existing law to minimise the red tape involved.
“Non-governmental organisations are prepared to assist the relevant parties in finding a solution to this perennial issue.”
Jim PaullFor the new ones that gave you blisters.
Certain shoes can be painful to wear, but they do not always have to be. Before you subject yourself to the torture of aching, chafed, and blistered feet, try some of the tips and tricks outlines in this article. Keep in mind, however, that some shoes may be poorly structured and impossible to fix completely. Read this article to learn how to make your painful shoes painless to wear, or at least a little more bearable.
Jim PaullAwwwwww, if we filled up today it would have been sub RM100.
PETALING JAYA: Fuel prices for the week of April 27 to May 3 are down all around, according to the domestic trade, cooperatives and consumerism ministry’s (KPDNKK) official Facebook page.
RON95 will cost RM2.21; RON97 will sell at RM2.49; and diesel RM2.14 per litre from midnight.
This compares with RM2.27 per litre for RON95, RM2.54 per litre for RON97 and RM2.21 per litre for diesel last week.
The weekly petrol and diesel prices fixed by the government are announced every Wednesday. Prices come into effect after midnight.
The government had earlier implemented fixing monthly prices on a managed float system by using the “Automatic Pricing Mechanism” (APM), which was set in 1983.
Jim PaullBwahahahaha
The popular TV crime-drama Criminal Minds is expanding its universe with Criminal Minds: Beyond Borders, a new show where FBI agents investigate crimes involving Americans abroad. The first episode, Cinderella and the Dragon, is set in Singapore, a notoriously squeaky clean and safe city — which explains why screenwriters had to get creative to turn it into a dark underbelly of filth and crime. The only problem is, they got some things wrong.
For starters, at the beginning of the episode, a “Singaporean Proverb” flashes across the screen — “Where there is a sea, there are pirates” — which, while perhaps relevant to the episode, is actually a Greek proverb and has absolutely nothing to do with the Southeast Asian city-state. Singapore’s popular Geylang neighborhood was then portrayed as being an “overcrowded slum with a thriving underworld.” In reality, though, Geylang is usually listed among the top spots to visit in Singapore as it’s a colorful neighborhood full of culture and beautiful architecture — and don’t get us started on how great the food is.
Apparently upset with its unsavory depiction in the show, the Singapore Tourism Board has responded with a new social media campaign, most notably Facebook posts like the one below poking fun at the episode, declaring that Singapore is “Criminally Shiok,” a Singapore-English slang term that can mean anything from cool or great to delicious or superb. We couldn’t agree more.
We’ve got to hand it to the Singapore Tourism Board for turning an unfortunate episode (pun intended) into a great marketing tool. This makes us want to hop on the next flight to the beautiful city-state. It also doesn’t hurt that you can get there in pretty extraordinary style.
H/T: Travelpulse
Featured image courtesy of Visit Singapore’s Facebook Page.
Jim PaullWhat pain?
Spicy food is the best food, but between the painful capsaicinoids, the bloating from drinking too much water, and the inevitable sweating, spicy food can also be uncomfortable to eat. Here are some tips to enjoy the spice without the bloating, sweat, and tears.
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Regional foods are the heart of American cuisine, but there's one problem with them: When you move, you crave them.
Take Italian beef sandwiches. As someone who grew up in New York, I'd never heard of this meaty sandwich until I moved to the Midwest. During day trips to Chicago, I'd see signs for Italian beef. Well, I am Italian. I like beef. Clearly this was a sandwich I needed to try.
The first bite won me over. Loaded with shaved roast beef, the sandwich was soaked in a flavorful au jus and topped with a spicy giardiniera. It wasn't just a sandwich — it was an event.
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My love affair with Mediterranean-style chicken and potatoes began with the Sorrento Lemon Chicken from Gio's Chicken Amalfitano in Atlanta. This juicy baked chicken has golden, crisp skin and is served with herbed potatoes bathed in a luscious lemony broth.
I've spent the last several years baking this dish for family and friends on weeknights and for special occasions. Although the inspiration was an Italian affair, my most recent, and dare I say favorite, iteration of this dish has a distinctly Greek flair.
For some, Brussels sprouts can be a hard sell. Although the cruciferous veggie has gone mainstream over the years (we probably have bacon to thank for that), it's always helpful to jazz them up a bit if you're trying to incite enthusiasm.
Enter: these roasted Brussels sprouts with everything bagel spice.
Jim PaullMmmm
There are good no-bake bars, and then there are really amazing no-bake bars that people gush over and remember for months to come. These are most certainly the latter. Take my word on it for now, but one bite and you'll become a believer.
What makes this double-layered treat of brown butter- and marshmallow-coated oats so special is the streak of salted chocolate through the center. Best of all, we make these on the stovetop the same way we do Rice Krispies treats so, yes, they are just as easy to make!
In a move to boost foot traffic (and hopefully sales) while getting some help with the rent, JCPenney and Sephora are expanding their partnership, adding and enlarging dozens more store-within-the-store locations of the beauty products retailer.
JCPenney announced today that it has partnered with Sephora to add 70 more Sephora-inside-JCPenney locations, while expanding 32 already operating shops.
The expansions and new stores will begin rolling out May 5. The new locations will average about 2,500-square feet, while the existing locations will nearly double their current size.
In all, JCPenney says the renovations are expected to bring the total Sephora presence to 650 JCPenney stores by the end of the year.
The expansions come as JCPenney says it has been increasing its offering of Sephora products, including a broader assortment of shades, colors, fragrances, and tools.
The retailer also says that it will soon launch a new online feature allowing customers to book makeovers with a Sephora consultant before heading to the store.
“Since establishing the first Sephora inside JCPenney over 10 years ago, beauty has become a formidable growth strategy that makes our brick and mortar stores a dynamic and inspiring place to shop,” Marvin R. Ellison, chairman and CEO of JCPenney, said in a statement.
While JCPenney is expanding its Sephora connection, it’s also prepping to close more than 130 stores.
However, the locations recently received a small reprieve when the retailer postponed closings in order to take advantage of a recent spike in customer visits.
Jim PaullSounds good, just doesn't look it.
If you're on the hunt for a new seafood recipe to add to your meal plan, look no further than this Greek-inspired shrimp. With barley, tomatoes, kale, and feta, this dinner delivers everything you want — all in one skillet.
Jim PaullIdiots
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BSC2: As the nation contemplates unity as a core concept of Youth and Sports Minister Khairy Jamaluddin’s TN50, some Malaysians have expressed a deep connection with some popular Telawi Street hangouts. “I’ve been coming here a long time,” explained one-time Bangsar party girl Emily Yap, “here I am brunching with my children only metres from […]
The post Hipsters want to be known as Bangsa Bangsar appeared first on FMN.
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As the weather warms up and outdoor entertaining season approaches, it's good to have some easy, crowd-pleasing recipes in your back pocket. This two-ingredient mango pudding definitely fits the bill. Cool and creamy, this is the simple dessert or snack I'll be turning to over the next few months.
Here are four of the best photos that readers added to the Consumerist Flickr Pool in the last week, picked for usability in a Consumerist post or for just plain neatness.
Want to see your pictures on our site? Our Flickr pool is the place where Consumerist readers upload photos for possible use in future Consumerist posts. Just be a registered Flickr user, go here, and click “Join Group?” up on the top right. Choose your best photos, then click “send to group” on the individual images you want to add to the pool.
Jim PaullOk, even I find that wierd.
Hello everyone, and welcome back to a very buttery and savory edition of Will It Sous Vide?, the weekly column where I make whatever you want me to with my immersion circulator.
Poached eggs show up on eggs benedict, frisée salads, and noodle bowls, but one of my favorite ways to eat them are in a bowl of steaming hot broth. There's something soothing and comforting about breaking open a yolk and watching it meld into the savory soup underneath, and I love how the whites soak in some of the soup too.
When I need a super-quick lunch that has some protein and a good dose of greens, this is my go-to. In under 15 minutes, you can make this ginger- and garlic-infused soup that's full of greens and eggs that are poached right into the soup. It's warming and satisfying yet won't weigh you down. Plus, most of the ingredients are pantry or refrigerator staples.
Jim PaullOr just own 120 pieces. cough cough
It’s good to dress to impress, but you don’t have to spend a fortune on a massive wardrobe to do it. In fact, you really only need 14 items.
Jim PaullDoh!
SINGAPORE: A running club on Wednesday admitted leaving a trail of flour in a Singapore metro station which prompted a security scare and a three-hour shutdown of the station.
In a statement the Seletar Hash House Harriers, an all-male group that describes itself as a “drinking group with a running problem”, apologised for the “alarm and inconvenience” caused to the public.
Three members had sprinkled flour at several points in the underground Woodleigh MRT station, the statement said, adding that it was the safest way to cross a busy road in the suburban Serangoon district.
But the sight of white powder sparked security fears, which saw police and hazardous materials units respond.
The station was shut for three hours while officers in protective suits searched the station before it was determined that the white substance was flour.
“Upon learning of the subsequent investigations at Woodleigh station, our three members stepped forward immediately to identify themselves and have cooperated fully with the authorities,” the statement added.
“They are sorry that their actions caused public alarm and inconvenience.”
One of the group’s members, a 69-year-old man, was arrested for causing public alarm while two others, aged 59 and 70, are helping police with investigations.
The Seletar Harriers is a chapter of a loose worldwide federation of “Hash House Harriers”, a running group set up by beer-loving British colonial expatriates in what was then Malaya in 1938.
“Hares” are given the task of marking a trail to direct runners, usually using flour or chalk.
Jim PaullMmmmm.
We're fully on board with the one-pot phenomenon here at Kitchn. These low-effort, high-reward meals are always greater than the sum of their parts.
All you have to do is assemble ingredients in one pan — sometimes it's as simple as throwing them all in, and sometimes you have to do a little strategic sautéing and layering — and wait for the magic to happen. And the best part is that you only have one pan to wash when everything's said and done.
Need a little inspiration? We asked 10 awesome food bloggers to share their favorite one-pot recipes. Get ready to bookmark them all!
