Why a PDF Portfolio? If you've been wanting to create a PDF (portable document format) portfolio for your photos, art or design work, or wanted to create a PDF magazine that can be read by anyone on the net, then this article will show you how to go about it.
I am writing this quick post in response to the recent earthquakes and tsunamis that are affecting Japan. As soon as the news broke, and we began to hear of tsunami warning for our area, I immediately realized how under prepared I was for a natural disaster. The thing that drove this point home even deeper was the number of people asking me for advice on what they could do to prepare for the possibility that we are hit by one of the resultant tsunamis. Many thoughts raced through my mind, and...
Preparation When creating a new lawn it is essential that the soil is prepared properly to ensure a satisfactory outcome when laying turf or sowing lawn seed. Whether you decide to lay turf or seed, the preparation is the same.
Follow Monty Don's guide to planting onions, shallots and garlic, with tips on soil preparation, drainage and compost.
This clip uses a smoke example to examine source variations and upres (techniques which are useful preparation for the pyrofx tools). Whether you're new to Side Effects Software's popular 3D production program or a seasoned graphic artist just interested in better acquainting yourself with the application, you're sure to be well served by this free video tutorial. For more information, including detailed instructions, take a look. Upres smoke simulations in Houdini 10 - Part 1 of 2.
There's nothing like tasty, flavorful braised short ribs. This method of cooking adds deep flavor to the short ribs, and makes the ribs themselves very tender. Evan Percoco from OKX 109 American Prime, a great steakhouse in Massachusetts, shows us how to do a classic preparation of this dish. This no-frills, no-gimmicks dish will make any dinner meal feel special. Make classic braised beef short ribs.
Playing golf could be a pain if you don't know all of the basic rules, tips and etiquette associated with the sport, but it could be a bigger pain if the golf course is not properly maintained by staff and players.
This omelet is thanks to SIB, a friend who gave me a pack of Korean dried seaweed, which I had never seen or tasted before. Since no one at my home dare try and eat it raw, in my experience, almost anything tastes good with eggs, so I experimented with the seaweed and tried mixing it with eggs for breakfast, hence the name Korean Seaweed Omelet. So, here’s how I made it.
You thought the normal Thanksgiving turkey took forever! Wait until you try out this recipe for turkey leg confit. If you have the patience, you could make this holiday dinner one to remember. Everyone will be more than satisfied. So satisfied, that Thanksgiving will always be at your place (which might not be a good thing).
If guacamole and salsa are starting to wear you out, it's time to bring on the peas. Cowpeas, that is, but we all know them as black-eyed peas. Chef Madhu Gadia gives her Indian recipe for this delicious black-eyed pea dip, perfect for potlucks or parties. Preparation is as simple as simmering canned black-eyed peas with aromatic Indian spices for 10 minutes. Easy, healthy and delicious. Plus, the pita chips are easy to bake!
Blood Mary's seem like a simple alcoholic drink, but the more complicated they get, the more you'll love them. That's why this Blood Mary drink is one to remember, because it isn't just vodka you're adding… it's poblano, sun-dried tomatoes, and garlic infused vodka. Mmm!
Although you could do this with practically any fish you desire, tilapia is best when it comes to adding a little fruity taste. The great taste of apples, mangos, and pineapples goes great with this grilled wonder. Tilapia is a delicately-flavored, fresh water fish that is flaky, but just firm enough for grilling. Brenton Blanchard shows a simple preparation of a delicious and healthy grilled dish. Fresh fruit salsa provides a balance of sweetness, acidity and heat to brighten the flavor of t...
This pan-fried recipe cuts calories in half and reduced saturated fat by a whopping 92 percent. Trust us?you won't miss any of it.
Chef Marc Veyrat prepares mousseline de genepi with chocolate fondue. Preparation and cooking time is 40 minutes. Ingredients needed are water, Caribbean chocolate, cocoa powder, eggs, sugar, whipped cream, powdered sugar and genepi. Make mousseline de genepi with chocolate fondue.
Before InDesign CS4, placing image content and aligning it on the page without the use of guides and frames would be difficult, but with the new smart guides feature, InDesign has given users the tool to accomplish these tasks without a lot of layout preparation. Watch and see how easy it is to place content with smart guides in InDesign CS4. Use InDesign CS4 smart guides.
Just got a smoker? Well, how do you use it? Before you slap on the meat and try it out without any prior knowledge, check out this video for the basics of using a smoker. You won't regret it. The results will be a nice smoky flavor worth the time and preparation.
Video tutorial on how to use liquid latex to make yourself look like a character of some kind, in this case Erik, the Phantom of the Opera. This is a four part video on doing Erik Phantom of the Opera facial makeup. This is a pro FX makeup lesson. SFX is pretty easily, but follow along.
Search "Pilates animation" on Wonderhowto for other more videos by this user. If you are looking a for a quick pilates reference, take a look at this pilates animation. This a quick & easy, clearly explained diagram of the pilates mat exercise: Classical Pilates for Beginners: Leg Pull Front Support. Pilates exercises focus on breathing, alignments of the spine & build strong torso muscles.
Need to know how to use your Texas Instruments graphing calculator for your college math or statistics class? You're in luck... watch this video tutorial to see how to test a population mean with a TI-83 graphic calculator.
For the fig pie recipe you will need figs, filo dough, powdered sugar, spices, cardamom, and cinnamon. Preparation and cooking time is 15 minutes. Chef Jean Bardet prepares the dish on the video. Prepare fig pie.
Cut from the succulent tenderloin of beef. Chateaubriand is a classic French preparation for mouth-watering steak. Serve it with a Béarnaise sauce. Make chateaubriand.
This video will show you everything you need to know about taking your cats temperature. We cover the preparation needed,restraint used, digital thermometer usage and glass thermometer. Take your cat's temperature.
Chef Johann Lafer prepares a wonderful dessert chocolate mountains. The preparation and cooking time is 45 minutes. Ingredients needed are eggs, white chocolate, praline, rum, cognac or Grand Marnier, gelatin leaf, grilled almonds, sweetened whipped cream, sugar, topping chocolate, cream genovese waffles (sponge cake dough) or pate sablee, mint leaf, cream fraiche (thick sour cream), mango and some English cream, currant sauce and mango sauce. Make chocolate mountains.
A Yummy cheese balls recipe for all occasions served either hot or cold. Preparation time is 40 minutes, cooking time is 25 minutes. Make cheese balls.
A classic breaded shrimp loved by many with its own special touch, which is simple and easy to make at home. Preparation time is 40 minutes and cooking time is 45 minutes. Make breaded shrimp with sweet and sour sauce.
An ideal accompaniment for a wide selection of main courses. Preparation time is 10 minutes and cooking time is 10 minutes. Make glazed carrots.
This white bread recipe is quick and easy but still results in the bread that any baker would be proud of making! Preparation time is 5 minutes and cooking time is 4 hours. Make white bread.
A versatile and easy to make dressing perfect onto of a fresh salad. Preparation time is 5 minutes and cooking time is 5 minutes. Make French dressing.
Creamy sole veronique perfect for all occasions and best served hot with vegetables, pasta or rice. Preparation time is 35 minutes and cooking time is 30 minutes. Make sole veronique.
This delicious cod soup makes a great starter which can be enjoyed the whole year round. Preparation time is 25 minutes and cooking time is 35 minutes. Make bacalao chowder.
This recipe for tuna carpaccio uses tender tuna loin and is garnished with a tangy dressing. Preparation time is 10 minutes and cooking time is 10 minutes. Make tuna carpaccio.
A hearty and healthy meal, especially for a winter's day. Preparation time is 15 minutes and cooking time is 1 hour and 30 minutes. Make a hearty borscht soup.
Search "Pilates animation" on Wonderhowto for other more videos by this user. If you are looking a for a quick pilates reference, take a look at this pilates animation. This a quick & easy, clearly explained diagram of the pilates mat exercise: Classical Pilates for Beginners:
We've all been there before: We're in a hurry to get somewhere (often in bad weather), so we get in the car, turn the key in the ignition and.....WHUH! WHUH! WHUH! The darned battery is dead! After a stream of choice expletives (that is, if you're anything like me....;o)), we open the trunk and take out the jumper cables - but what if we don't know how to use them? Even if we do, we can often forget such things in crisis situations when we're pressed for time.
This video demonstrates how to make handouts to accompany a PowerPoint presentation. From the people who brought you the Dummies instructional book series, brings you the same non-intimidating guides in video form. Watch this video tutorial to learn how to make handouts to accompany a PowerPoint presentation, For Dummies.
I first heard the term molecular gastronomy while watching an episode of Bravo's Top Chef a few seasons back. Intrigued by the concept, I sought to find out more about this modern, deconstructed type of cookery. If you happen to be around foodies and the topic of molecular gastronomy comes up (which very likely will at some point) you'll want to have a few points to contribute and maybe even give them a run for their money.
Nothing beats eating a meal with soup, especially rice. So here comes my own version of chicken tinola. This one is among the favorite viands on a Filipinos meal, because of its tasty soup and also its meat and vegetable combination saves you time and fuel when cooking.
This meal has become one of my favorites among stir-fried vegetables, since I first tasted it from one of my friend's recipe. But his original recipe consists only of oil, baguio beans and soy sauce. So, I experimented with it to improve its taste further, which brings us to my recipe for stir-fried baguio beans with kalamansi twist.
If you're into grape juice, then you should try out this Concord grape fruit drink, in a South American style drink called an agua fresca. An "agua fresca" is a fruity drink blended with water and sugar, then strained to make a vibrant, refreshing and absolutely delicious beverage. This recipe uses colorful Concord grapes, simple syrup and fresh lime juice. This recipe makes a big batch that'll keep for a couple of days, so you'll have plenty to share when you invite friends to help you rake ...
Nothing says summertime quite like a great cookout. Grilling is America's favorite pastime, and grilling chicken wings is king of the day, and these grilled wings with a may syrup, brown sugar, paprika, and soy sauce marinade are exquisite. Fire up the grill for this simple, delicious wing preparation. The sugars in the marinade caramelize beautifully on the grill and transform into a sticky, golden glaze. Don't throw away the marinade liquid - Brenton takes a small saucepan and brings the li...
