Mixologist Chris McMillian walks us through the history and creation of the Singapore Sling in this instructional video. The drink originated in a hotel in Singapore--the drink used to be a Collins with a splash of cherry herring. This recipe is the original recipe from Raffles Hotel, where the drink was first made.
Budding cinematographer? Avoid a common rookie mistake with this video guide, which demonstrates what directors of photography know as the "180° rule," which requires that subjects maintain the same left-right relationship to one another in the same scene. For a comprehensive overview, watch this DP's guide.
Learn how to build an environmentally friendly directional WiFi antenna with this simple video guide. To follow along at home, you'll need the following things: a copper wedge, an N-type connector, some screws, a clamp-on N plug, a pigtail, and a wireless card. You'll also need a drill, screwdriver, and soldering iron. For comprehensive, step-by-step instructions on hacking your own directional WiFi antenna from a tin can, watch this video tutorial.
Watch this instructional poi video tutorial to learn how to spin the Three Beat Weave Part. This is an great next step for those who have mastered the Two Beat Weave. The three beat weave is an essential component of your poi twirling move-base. It'll be used a lot, so you should learn how to do it well. Here is a very comprehensive tutorial on how to do so.
Infusions make some of the best drinks, especially when made with fruit like blueberries. And gin and blueberries are a perfect match, which is great with tonic water or other drinks.
There have been seven more people sickened from four states since the I.M. SoyNut Butter E. coli outbreak was announced earlier this month. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and Washington Department of Health have confirmed the I.M. Healthy SoyNut Butter was the cause of the outbreak in an update today.
This video shows you the French technique of Pate de Fruit to make candies so delicious, they look like little gems. For this recipe, you will need: 2 1/2 cups pureed strawberry, strained, 1/2 ounce pectin, 2 3/4 cups granulated sugar, 2 tablespoons corn syrup, 1/8 teapson cream of tartar, water, nonstick cooking spray and one cup of sugar for the coating. Make delicious soft, sugar coated strawberry jelly candies.
In this tutorial, we learn how to make Japanese lotus root salad. First, you will need to take the lotus root and peel it. Then, cut it into thin slices and place into ice water. After this, chop up green peppers, removing the middle and seeds. Now, add four cups of water to a large pot, along with 1 tbsp rice vinegar. Bring this to a boil, then combine 3 tbsp rice vinegar with 2 tbsp water in a small bowl. Put the peppers into the water and vinegar mix and let this soak. Strain the lotus roo...
In this tutorial, we learn how to quickly make homemade butter. First, you will need to take some milk and pour it into a glass. After this, you will pour the milk into a food processor and turn it on high. Let this mix up for a few minutes, until you see clumps of butter starting to appear. Continue to let it spin until the butter is thick in the processor. Now, you will strain the milk from the butter and mix the butter up with some salt. Once you do this, you will be able to serve the butt...
Want buff, fat-free legs that would put the Incredible Hulk to shame? Then lunges are your new best friend. While basic lunges work and are great for sculpting your entire leg, adding weights makes you work your core out more and causes your quads to really strain to get yourself up.
In this video, we learn how to build body core strength with yoga. Start out seated on your yoga mat with legs crossed, then gently roll the body back and then to the front again. Remember to use your core strength during this, not your arms to help push and pull you. Hold your abs in to create resistance and strength in them. Continue this sequence by raising your body up and stretching out the different areas of your body. Use control and make sure not to strain your muscles while stretchin...
In this tutorial, we learn how to make a chicken stock from leftover bones. Ingredients you will use include: roasted chicken bones, celery, carrots, onions, parsley, bay leaves, and peppercorn. First, take a large pot and add in all the ingredients to the pot. You can chop the celery up before you place it in the pot, as well as the carrots. After adding all ingredients, fill the pot with water. Next, place the pot on the stove and add salt to taste. Let this simmer on the stove for several ...
Forget dogs - tripods are a man's best friend (well, if he's a photographer). Eliminating many of the factors that create crappy photos, including the instability of holding the camera up by hand, photo blurs, and general strain of weilding those hulking digital SLRs, tripods are always there to lend a helping leg. Or three.
A watermelon spritzy is just like summer itself: effervescent, light, and cheery. Composed of grenadine, lemon lime soda, some mint, and watermelon, this tangy drink is great for humid summer days lounging by the pool. The drink can also be served at BBQs for an unexpected complement to grilled food.
Having a patio party this Fourth of July? Kick off Independence Day with a celebratory drink in hand by mixing yourself and your guests this strawberry creamsicle martini.
This video shows how to make a Jalisco Fresca, a cocktail from the Merk Bistro in San Diego. It is made with simple syrup, strawberries, an egg white, lemon juice, tequila and Campari.
In this video, Raw food author and chef Jennifer Cornbleet shows you to make a great gluten-free raw granola, which is then topped with raw almond milk. She starts out by showing you have to make the almond milk by putting the almonds and water mixture into the blender. After she strains the milk and you are left with almond milk, which lasts up to five days in the refrigerator. Next she shows you how to prepare the gluten-free granola. She combines three different nuts and a date mixture int...
Many people speak from their chests by default. If you're serious about singing, however, you should make an effort to sing from your belly. Not only will you increase your volume, but your singing will take on a sweeter, more open tone.
Georgia Koons demonstrates how to give a relaxing and holistic facial massage. A facial massage has many benefits. It can be anti-aging because it causes the blood to better circulate in your face. It can be relaxing by massaging in soft circular motions. Any type of massage is sure to relieve tension and a facial massage specializes in ridding the body of tension cause by squinting and straining the facial muscles. This type of massage is great for headaches or to help you fall asleep faster.
Mellerobot teaches you how to style an easy French braid headband. You start with short hair and use a rubber or a scrunchie to tie your hair in the back. The hair above the forehead is parted to the side. Grab a strand of hair by the parting and start a normal braid. Every time you braid outward, grab another strain of hair. The braid looks better if it's not perfect. Carry on until you've braided your whole fringe. Pin that with a bobby pin. You can wear this with your hair up or down.
Bartender Gene shows you how to make a unique, healthy, ginger infused cocktail. Simmer 1/2 cup water, sliced, fresh ginger and sugar to make a ginger infused syrup. Remove from heat, let cool, then add 1/2 cup vodka and refrigerate. When your syrup is cool, strain out the ginger and throw it away. Place candied ginger at the bottom of the glass and pour in about a tablespoon of the syrup. Top off with sparkling wine and serve. Follow these easy steps to create a celebratory, unique, good for...
Rice, 1 bag of seaweed, 2 eggs, 1 carrot, 1 cucumber, 1 yellow radish, beef, cooking oil, sesame oil, sesame, salt, bamboo roller, vinegar.
Panlasangpinoy teaches you how to make Filipino molo soup. To make your soup add ground pork, chicken, minced water chestnuts, fish sauce, shrimp, salt, anason seeds, onions, wonton, garlic, black pepper and eggs. Bring water in a pot to boil and add the chicken. While the chicken is cooking make the filling for your wonton by adding the pork, onions, water chestnuts and seasonings. mix well and wrap in your wonton. After chicken is done strain the stock and shred the chicken and cook all the...
A very entertaining video about a colorful pasta recipe. The English host describes making a sauce consisting of fresh vegetables: asparagus, chilies, garlic, chozhette, and lemon zest. Chop all of the ingredients, while the angel hair pasta cooks. Cook vegetables and season with salt, pepper, olive oil and butter. When pasta is cooked, leave a little water after straining, add vegetable/spice mixture. Combine together and add a generous amount of chopped fresh French Basil. The end result is...
When life hands you lemons… make a Lynchburg lemonade! Fill a cocktail shaker and a highball glass with ice. Add three-quarters of an ounce of Jack Daniel’s and three-quarters of an ounce of triple sec to the cocktail shaker. Add three ounces of sour mix and a splash of 7-Up. Shake vigorously for about 10 seconds. Strain the contents of the shaker into a highball glass over ice. Garnish with a lemon wedge and pucker up. Lynchburg lemonade takes its name from Lynchburg, Tennessee, the home of ...
This light, refreshing, low-sugar dessert is perfect for everyday or entertaining. Best of all, it has only four ingredients and 25 calories! Start by making the simple syrup. Add water to a sauce pan and sugar substitute. Then add orange rind strips to flavor the syrup. Reduce heat and simmer. Strain the orange rind pieces. Allow the syrup to cool completely. Stir in fresh grapefruit juice. Next stir in fresh lemon juice. Transfer the mixture to a baking pan and then freeze. Break the mixtur...
Wondering how to farm cactus in Minecraft? This video provides a comprehensive explanation of the techniques and practices used when building a Minecraft cactus farm. You'll have a never ending supply of cactus after you create this farm in your Minecraft world.
This clip demonstrates a number of methods for improving posture and balance with a Pilates Reformer exercise machine. Whether you're toying with the idea of opening up your own rehabilitative Pilates studio or merely need some help tackling a certain pedagogical or administrative problem, you're certain to be well served by this free video tutorial from the folks at Balanced Body Pilates. For more (and more comprehensive) information, take a look.
This clip demonstrates a Pilates routine ideal for pregnant clientele, one which integrates both the upper and lower body. Whether you're toying with the idea of opening up your own rehabilitative Pilates studio or merely need some help tackling a certain pedagogical or administrative problem, you're certain to be well served by this free video tutorial from the folks at Balanced Body Pilates. For more (and more comprehensive) information, take a look.
This clip goes over some exercises on the BAC disc that are geared specifically for treatment of scoliosis. Whether you're toying with the idea of opening up your own Pilates studio or merely need some help tackling a certain pedagogical or administrative problem, you're certain to be well served by this free video tutorial from the folks at Balanced Body Pilates. For more (and more comprehensive) information, take a look.
This clip offers a demonstration of a simple Reformer-based Pilates to target your flexor muscles. Whether you're toying with the idea of opening up your own Pilates studio or merely need some help tackling a certain pedagogical or administrative problem, you're certain to be well served by this free video tutorial from the folks at Balanced Body Pilates. For more (and more comprehensive) information, take a look.
This clip goes over some Reformer exercises that can help you or your clients increase your or their strength and stability, gradually working towards full push-ups. Whether you're toying with the idea of opening up your own Pilates studio or merely need some help tackling a certain pedagogical or administrative problem, you're certain to be well served by this free video tutorial from the folks at Balanced Body Pilates. For more (and more comprehensive) information, take a look.
This clip offers up a demonstration of a simple Pilates routine which emphasizes pelvic mobility. Whether you're toying with the idea of opening up your own Pilates studio or merely need some help tackling a certain pedagogical or administrative problem, you're certain to be well served by this free video tutorial from the folks at Balanced Body Pilates. For more (and more comprehensive) information, take a look.
This clip shares some tips on how to recruit muscly types and runners to your Pilates class. Whether you're toying with the idea of opening up your own Pilates studio or merely need some help tackling a certain pedagogical or administrative problem, you're certain to be well served by this free video tutorial from the folks at Balanced Body Pilates. For more (and more comprehensive) information, take a look.
Can't decide how to style your hair for a date or formal event? Try the fancy, eye-catching braid demonstrated in this home beauty how-to. It's easy! So easy, in fact, that this free video tutorial can present a comprehensive overview of the process in just under three minutes' time. For detailed instructions, as well as to get started sharpening your own knives, watch this helpful guide.
Want to stand out? Try the eye-catching purple smokey eye look demonstrated in this beauty guide from YouTube's Queen of Blending. It's easy! So easy, in fact, that this free video tutorial can present a comprehensive overview of the process in just under three minutes' time. For detailed instructions, and to try this look yourself, watch this helpful how-to.
Do you need to learn some basic French skills? This great vocabulary tutorial from learnlanguages1.googlepages.com will teach you some essential meeting and greeting phrases that will give you a jump start in speaking quickly and proficiently. It includes comprehensive context and pronunciation information that will save you hours of time and probably help you avoid a great deal of embarrassment. With this excellent series of free videos, you can greatly improve your French language skills qu...
Get more out of Google Maps with their improved places pages! Most people don't know how much information Google Maps provides users with. This episode of Tekzilla will educate you on how to access this comprehensive page and make the most of your Google Map experience.
This video tutorial offers advice and demonstrations on writing left handed for parents and teachers of left handed children. This comprehensive, educational left-handed writing guide covers the challenges for left-handers, writing problems, writing solutions, and helpful equipment. Check out this video teaching tutorial and learn how to make writing left-handed easier for the south paws in your life.
Jill and Bizzy show you how to fix a flat out on the road. You are lucky if you have a quick release for your back tire. Otherwise it can take a while to get the back inner tube off to either patch the flat or replace the inner tube. This is a great comprehensive video on quickly fixing a tire on the road.