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My name is Frankie and I'm the Loud Mouth Italian. I talk about Italian and Sicilian lifestyles, stereotypes, Italian facts, sharing funny Italian experiences and unscripted where readers can interact and participate with their stories whether how great or messed up they are. You will also find things that don't have to do with the Italian or Sicilian heritage at all. I come from one of the most Dysfunctional Italian/Sicilian families on the planet, we put the "S" in Stereotype.
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Nutella Cafe opens in Chicago
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As if food lovers needed any more reason to visit Chicago this summer, now
we all have one: the Nutella Café, which opens its doors today on the
city’s bustling Michigan Avenue. The restaurant is the first Nutella Café to be
owned and operated by parent company Ferrero, whose team decided on a Second
City opening for one big factor, in particular.
“There’s an incredible dining culture in this city, and Nutella is all about the idea of sharing good food with friends and family,” says Noah Szporn, head of marketing at Nutella North America. “We thought that Chicago would be the perfect place to do that.”
While the team has hosted several pop-up cafés worldwide, the Chicago opening is its first permanent fixture — and as such, they wanted to make the experience a memorable one. Visitors enter through a door in the shape of a Nutella jar to discover ample space for sitting and lingering underneath acoustical panels resembling waves of chocolate and bright yellow lighting fixtures in the shape of hazelnut flowers that illuminate, of course, what everyone is here for — the food.
An all-day menu is offered and includes an extensive lineup of sweet and savory options, both big and small, each of which is in some way inspired by Nutella or its origins. “We wanted to challenge the chefs with the idea of carrying the essence of Nutella throughout the day, whether that’s in a breakfast pastry or a salad,” notes Szporn, who references greens topped with chopped hazelnuts and panini filled with speck ham sourced from Piedmont, the same Italian region where Nutella began. Sweeter options include everything from traditional go-tos, such as Nutella-hazelnut baguettes and Nutella-banana crepes, to more creative incorporations of the spread (think oatmeal or fruit salad with yogurt).
Whatever guests order, the team hopes they’ll take their sweet time enjoying it. “Nutella has a European heritage, and part of that includes the idea of visiting patisseries and cafés and spending time to sit down with others and relax,” says Szporn. “We’re hoping that practice carries over.”
Nutella Café is located at 189 North Michigan Avenue in Chicago and is open Monday-Thursday, 7 a.m. to 9 p.m., Friday, 7 a.m. to 10 p.m., Saturday, 8 a.m. to 10 p.m., and Sunday, 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. To learn more, call 312-729-5186.
First permanent Nutella Cafe opens in Chicago
Nicole Schnitzler,
Special for USA TODAY Published 6:51 a.m. ET May 31, 2017 | Updated 4:14 p.m.
ET May 31, 2017
“There’s an incredible dining culture in this city, and Nutella is all about the idea of sharing good food with friends and family,” says Noah Szporn, head of marketing at Nutella North America. “We thought that Chicago would be the perfect place to do that.”
While the team has hosted several pop-up cafés worldwide, the Chicago opening is its first permanent fixture — and as such, they wanted to make the experience a memorable one. Visitors enter through a door in the shape of a Nutella jar to discover ample space for sitting and lingering underneath acoustical panels resembling waves of chocolate and bright yellow lighting fixtures in the shape of hazelnut flowers that illuminate, of course, what everyone is here for — the food.
An all-day menu is offered and includes an extensive lineup of sweet and savory options, both big and small, each of which is in some way inspired by Nutella or its origins. “We wanted to challenge the chefs with the idea of carrying the essence of Nutella throughout the day, whether that’s in a breakfast pastry or a salad,” notes Szporn, who references greens topped with chopped hazelnuts and panini filled with speck ham sourced from Piedmont, the same Italian region where Nutella began. Sweeter options include everything from traditional go-tos, such as Nutella-hazelnut baguettes and Nutella-banana crepes, to more creative incorporations of the spread (think oatmeal or fruit salad with yogurt).
Whatever guests order, the team hopes they’ll take their sweet time enjoying it. “Nutella has a European heritage, and part of that includes the idea of visiting patisseries and cafés and spending time to sit down with others and relax,” says Szporn. “We’re hoping that practice carries over.”
Nutella Café is located at 189 North Michigan Avenue in Chicago and is open Monday-Thursday, 7 a.m. to 9 p.m., Friday, 7 a.m. to 10 p.m., Saturday, 8 a.m. to 10 p.m., and Sunday, 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. To learn more, call 312-729-5186.
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BEST GELATO EVER!!!
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Italian-born Marina, co-owner of Golosi, is a second generation gelato master. Her father, Antonio started a small gelato business in Casale Monferrato after moving from the northeast of Italy after the second World War.
Over fifteen years ago, Marina and her family moved to the United States, settling in Oconomowoc, Wisconsin. Longing for good authentic artisan gelato, she pushed the whole family to open Golosi in 2006 and let southern Wisconsin know what creamy, real handcrafted gelato that respected the old traditions was really like.
Ever since then Marina and her husband Paolo have been committed to making sure only the best ingredients go into their gelato, personally choosing and selecting everything from the milk, the vanilla beans to the European chocolate and continuing the traditional methods of creating truly genuine gelato inspired by their land of origin.
Monday-Th, Sunday 10am-8pm
Fri-Sat 10am-9pm
Over fifteen years ago, Marina and her family moved to the United States, settling in Oconomowoc, Wisconsin. Longing for good authentic artisan gelato, she pushed the whole family to open Golosi in 2006 and let southern Wisconsin know what creamy, real handcrafted gelato that respected the old traditions was really like.
Ever since then Marina and her husband Paolo have been committed to making sure only the best ingredients go into their gelato, personally choosing and selecting everything from the milk, the vanilla beans to the European chocolate and continuing the traditional methods of creating truly genuine gelato inspired by their land of origin.
Visit them at 162 E Wisconsin Ave, Oconomowoc, Wisconsin, (262) 391-0637
Hours:Monday-Th, Sunday 10am-8pm
Fri-Sat 10am-9pm
Saturday, April 29, 2017
Friday, April 28, 2017
Why is Netflix Showing Suicide Mini-Series?
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The Netflix original series "13 Reasons Why" has me asking WHY? Why would a global media giant such as Netflix be so negligent... I understand that suicide is a reality and my heart goes out to anybody that had to deal with this on a more personal level, it's a horrible thing. Not only leaving unanswered questions, it leaves survivors asking why they didn't see the clues. In most cases, there are no "clues" there is nothing that could have been done differently to deter such an act.
However we do have a choice, we can broadcast powerful messages that offer help and guidance to individuals who have suicidal thoughts. In the Netflix mini-series, they offer no resources, they don't tell you how many lives are affected and changed forever, not to mention the number of impressionable young viewers that may be influenced and attempt suicide themselves or much worse succeed.
In my opinion, this is pure negligence on the part of Netflix!
In the mini-series, which is based on a young adult novel released a decade ago, high school student Hannah Baker leaves behind 13 tape recordings detailing why she took her own life. Her former classmates are left to piece together Hannah’s final weeks in a made-for-television mystery.
In watching the series, young people and teens could interpret the message that suicide is a viable and/or romanticized option. The show’s content is extremely graphic, with disturbing scenes in each episode, which may be difficult for impressionable minds to watch and process in a healthy way.
The series includes the following shortcomings:
The Netflix original series "13 Reasons Why" has me asking WHY? Why would a global media giant such as Netflix be so negligent... I understand that suicide is a reality and my heart goes out to anybody that had to deal with this on a more personal level, it's a horrible thing. Not only leaving unanswered questions, it leaves survivors asking why they didn't see the clues. In most cases, there are no "clues" there is nothing that could have been done differently to deter such an act.
However we do have a choice, we can broadcast powerful messages that offer help and guidance to individuals who have suicidal thoughts. In the Netflix mini-series, they offer no resources, they don't tell you how many lives are affected and changed forever, not to mention the number of impressionable young viewers that may be influenced and attempt suicide themselves or much worse succeed.
In my opinion, this is pure negligence on the part of Netflix!
In the mini-series, which is based on a young adult novel released a decade ago, high school student Hannah Baker leaves behind 13 tape recordings detailing why she took her own life. Her former classmates are left to piece together Hannah’s final weeks in a made-for-television mystery.
In watching the series, young people and teens could interpret the message that suicide is a viable and/or romanticized option. The show’s content is extremely graphic, with disturbing scenes in each episode, which may be difficult for impressionable minds to watch and process in a healthy way.
The series includes the following shortcomings:
- There is no mention of behavioral health and treatment options
- The notion of suicide is glamorized
- There are no examples of help-seeking by the teens portrayed in the program
- There are several scenes depicting serious trauma, in which the teens do not seek help or resources, including rape, bullying, alcoholism and suicide
- The graphic portrayal of Hannah’s actual suicide was unnecessary and potentially harmful to young people facing challenges
Monday, April 24, 2017
The 14 Fake Olive Oil Companies Are Revealed Now – Avoid These Brands
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Supposedly, even 70% of olive oil in the USA markets is fake, cut with cheap bad oils like sunflower and canola. This item is supposed to be healthy, but this is now corrupted. It was found that even 7 of the biggest olive oil makers in USA, mix their items with cheap oils to get more profits.
This is like the 2008 practice in Italy when 400 police officers were involved in the breakdown known as operation Golden Oil. This meant seizure for 85 oil farms that mixed some percentage chlorophyll with sunflower and canola to the olive oil. The oil was mixed, colored, perfumed and flavored too, and these things made the Australian government investigate their own oils. The results were awful.
After that, not one brand named extra virgin olive oil got the 2012 certificate of approval.
This scam made the California University study 124 imported oils and found that over 70% of samples failed the tests.
Also, test the olive oil yourself at home. Put the bottle out when cold, or in the fridge for 30 min. if it gets solid, it is pure and has monounsaturated fats.
But if it stays liquid is fake and just in case, see the label approvals like Australian Extra Virgin Certified or the other one, California Olive Oil Council Certified Extra Virgin.
We think it is time to be healthy and stand against the fake makers of oil that add GMO and additives. Health is more worthy than money! Let us support the real health item producers and give THEM our money.
These failed:
For more great articles go to http://www.organichealthcorner.com/ this is the site where I go to get all my healthy information.
Supposedly, even 70% of olive oil in the USA markets is fake, cut with cheap bad oils like sunflower and canola. This item is supposed to be healthy, but this is now corrupted. It was found that even 7 of the biggest olive oil makers in USA, mix their items with cheap oils to get more profits.
This is like the 2008 practice in Italy when 400 police officers were involved in the breakdown known as operation Golden Oil. This meant seizure for 85 oil farms that mixed some percentage chlorophyll with sunflower and canola to the olive oil. The oil was mixed, colored, perfumed and flavored too, and these things made the Australian government investigate their own oils. The results were awful.
After that, not one brand named extra virgin olive oil got the 2012 certificate of approval.
This scam made the California University study 124 imported oils and found that over 70% of samples failed the tests.
Also, test the olive oil yourself at home. Put the bottle out when cold, or in the fridge for 30 min. if it gets solid, it is pure and has monounsaturated fats.
But if it stays liquid is fake and just in case, see the label approvals like Australian Extra Virgin Certified or the other one, California Olive Oil Council Certified Extra Virgin.
We think it is time to be healthy and stand against the fake makers of oil that add GMO and additives. Health is more worthy than money! Let us support the real health item producers and give THEM our money.
These failed:
- Mezzetta
- Carapelli
- Pompeian
- Primadonna
- Mazola
- Sasso
- Colavita
- Star
- Antica Badia
- Whole Foods
- Safeway
- Felippo Berio
- Coricelli
- Bertolli
These brands passed:
- Corto olive
- Lucero
- McEvoy Ranch Organic
- Omaggio
- California Olive Branch
- Bariani Olive oil
- Lucini
- Ottavio
- Olea Estates
- Cobram Estate
- Kirkland Organic
For more great articles go to http://www.organichealthcorner.com/ this is the site where I go to get all my healthy information.
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