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The US should absolutely step into line with the rest of the word and go metric. I find it astonishing that a country which prides itself on being ahead of the rest should lag so far behind in this one area - like half a century or more! There's a very strong case for world-wide standardisation...

Depending on the season, you could try any of the following, and many more not mentioned: Apricots Peaches Nectarines Bananas Rockmelon (cantaloupe) Honeydew melon Watermelon Kiwifruit Plums Pears - try Nashi pears for a change in flavour Grapes - white, red, black pawpaw (papaya) - strong...

I've done a little research, nothing too heavy. In brief, it's like any other herb. It has its upside and its downside. It really depends on how you look at it. It has medicinal purposes, most of which have been corroborated by research; it isn't tolerated by some individuals; and it definitely...

I lOVE HP sauce! For those who don't know it, think of it a bit like the American Ketchup, except it's brown, and tastes better! I discovered this recipe, haven't tried it. I'd be using treacle instead of molasses, however. In Australia, molasses is a stock-food! Homemade H.P. Sauce...

A true gentleman always lets the lady win. The less competition in a relationship, the less conflict.......

If cheese goes mouldy - toss it out! Check out this site: Can you cut mould off food and still eat it?

They'll be telling us what we can and can't do in the bedroom next! Keep out of my private space, law-makers!

'You are not the boss of me' is perfectly grammatically correct, if a little antiquated in usage. You can say 'my boss' with equal correctness. Here are some more examples of the possessive: my friend's mother = the mother of my friend your friend = the friend of you our friend - the friend...

In my subtropical garden, I have fresh herbs all year round, and I do tend to take it for granted. I think I can understand the thrill you experienced, when you normally only have fresh herbs for a few months of the year. How nice for you! There is nothing better than fresh herbs.

Why do we have to go to a hairdresser to get rid of unwanted hair?

Now, why didn't you post this before Christmas??? :smile: It's definitely a keeper for me, however, so I forgive you. Thanks for posting. I'm going to add some Rum Essence to it because it's likely to be a good replacement for the high-sugar Rum Balls I usually make for my son.

Check out these sites: Recipes at Food Down Under Recipe Database Ethnic Dishes Tibet asian vegetarian recipes and links to food information, culture, ingredients and oriental history from asia World Cuisine Recipes - Recipes - All Recipes Ethnic Recipes and Foods ethnic recipes | international...

I did a quick google search for 'food terms in foreign languages' and came up with this site. You will probably find more on your own searches, but it's a start. Language Software

Another late thought. How about a little book about herbs and spices - how to use them, what goes with what, with a few recipes?

Well, now I've learned something! I did not know that turmeric leaves were edible. I did a google search for Nasi Ulam and it looks very interesting indeed! Thanks for the tip!