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What else happened in 2021?

Headlines in the media can be very same-ish these days, which is why we’ve spent the past year delving into world news stories with a difference. Here’s our roundup of some of the weirder events of 2021. JANUARY –  C IS FOR COOKIE As rock-related news stories of 2021 go, this one takes the biscuit. A California gemologist named Mike Bowers revealed on Facebook on 16 January that a rare gemstone he’d bought from Brazil had a cross-section that was a dead ringer for the googly-eyed Cookie Monster from Sesame Street. The blue Muppet weighed in on the subject, tweeting: “Me no geologist, but me think dat rock look a lot like me…” FEBRUARY – ZOOM-BOMBING GOATS In February, owners...

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7 Vegan and Vegetarian Weight Loss Tips & Recipes

Many people lose weight when they transition to a vegan or vegetarian diet—no counting calories or increase in activity required. In fact, research consistently shows that vegans and vegetarians weigh less than carnivores. That’s because a plant-based diet is rich in fiber from plant foods, and this nutrient has been linked with making you feel more satisfied after meals, as well as regulating blood glucose levels. A healthy plant-based diet packed with whole grains, pulses, soy foods, vegetables, fruits, nuts and seeds is moderate in calories, which can contribute to a healthy weight. However, many people find that making the switch to a vegan or vegetarian diet doesn’t automatically lead to weight loss. It’s important to remember that we are...

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Oscar’s

Oscar's 2 Temasek Boulevard Level 1, Conrad Centennial Singapore https://www.connoisseur.sg/oscars-buffet/ Foie Gras, Egg, Wild Mushroom Truffle Toast Extensive International Buffet, Consistently Good Quality (Ratings: On a scale of 1 to 10, with 1 = Worst and 10 = Best) Overall: 8 Ambience & Setting: 8 Food & Beverage: 9 Service: 8 Value for Money: 9 Spent about SGD $128++ per person. ..... As the in-house all-day buffet dining restaurant of Conrad Centennial Singapore since November 1996, Oscar's is reowned for their extensive international buffet offering, consistently ranking as among the best in Singapore. We visited post-Christmas 2021 to sample their festive weekend brunch! Ambience at Oscar's exudes an elegant sophistication. The warmly lit and spacious dining area centers around an...

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60 Healthy Meal Prep Ideas

SOURCE: https://www.loveandlemons.com/healthy-meal-prep-ideas/?utm_source=convertkit&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=60+Easy+Dinner+Ideas%20-%207296352 2022 are you looking to work on diet, budget, or maybe just want to have a healthy lunch time. Check out the great recipes from http://www.loveandlemons.com these are all healthy meal prep for all mealtimes breakfast, lunch, & dinner. Review choices, make a shopping list, and plan out your day or week for chow time: Healthy Meal Prep Ideas for Breakfast On a busy morning, there’s nothing better than having a healthy breakfast prepped and ready to go. P.S. Many of these breakfast meal prep recipes can also double as snacks! Overnight OatsDon’t have time to make hot oatmeal in the morning? Mix up these overnight oats the night before! Stored in a Mason jar, they’re a perfect grab-and-go breakfast....

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Best Cape Cod Winter Getaways

Please note that many establishments throughout New England have modified their hours and/or operations in response to COVID-19. Always check for the latest information before making travel plans. For all its renown as a summer playground, Cape Cod, Massachusetts, is also a winter destination of undeniable beauty. Beaches formerly filled with sun-worshippers now offer seaside solitude. When it snows, historical homes in small towns take on a fairy-tale luster. Conservation trails wind through a silvered landscape and offer a chance to spy foxes, deer, eagles, and other wildlife. Race Point Beach, Provincetown, MA Bill DeSousa-Mauk/Massachusetts Office of Travel & Tourism “Even on a cold day, hiking the Province Lands and its huge 100-foot dunes is dreamy,” says Bill DeSousa-Mauk, publicist...

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