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Fort Delaware State Park: A Piece of Local History with National Significance

December 10, 2015 by

When Fort Delaware was constructed in 1859, its purpose was simple in theory, but not so simple in reality: to protect Wilmington and Philadelphia's ports in an era distinguished by civil war. It went on to house Confederate prisoners of war, and, eventually, to serve as Fort Delaware State Park.

Hop a ferry from Delaware City, and it'll shuttle you across half a mile of waves to Pea Patch Island. From there, you'll have to board another jitney to get to the fort itself, a menacing building crafted from brick and granite. Once you're inside, you'll be transported back to a time when the fort was still in full operation: summer of 1864. The costumed docents will teach you about the ins and outs of life at the fort, including how blacksmiths made cannons and how the staff did the laundry. If you're interested in a day of learning local history, Fort Delaware is your spot.

Fort Delaware State Park
45 Clinton Street
Delaware City, DE 19706
(302) 834-7941
www.destateparks.com/park/fort-delaware/index.asp
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Pinang Asian Cuisine: Tasty Food in Newark, Delaware

December 3, 2015 by

Enjoy a large and varied menu of international food at Newark's Pinang Asian Cuisine. The broad menu here features tasty Malaysian food, which has the influences of Indian, Chinese, Thai and Indonesian cuisines.

Pinang's lunch specials are a bargain and are served with your choice of Wonton or Hot & Sour Soup, Spring Roll or Egg Roll, and Rice. Stop by for dinner and order a flavorful cocktail and an appetizer like Roti Canai – crispy Indian pancake, Pinang Satay Chicken, or Satay Tofu with peanut sauce. Entrée options include Asilemak – coconut rice with curry chicken, Hainanese Chicken with Rice, Mango Beef with sweet & sour sauce, Beef Rendang simmered in coconut milk & lemongrass, and Malaysian Spicy Chicken with cucumber & onions.

Pinang Asian Cuisine
218 Louviers Drive
Newark, DE 19711
(302) 368-2298
www.pinangcuisine.com/
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Ramen Kumamoto: Gourmet Japanese Fare Awaits

November 27, 2015 by

Chef Sam Ho has served as the sous chef at Morimoto and the owner at Zento Japanese Temporary Cuisine, both located in Philadelphia, so he already has plenty of solid culinary experience under his belt. He shows it off at Ramen Kumamoto, a restaurant in Wilmington that dishes out modern Japanese cuisine.

Unsurprisingly, ramen is the main event at Ramen Kumamoto. It comes in a spate of different preparations, like the tonkotsu. This version teems with natural heritage Berkshire Pork, as well as chunks of roast pork, bamboo shoots, sprouts, mushrooms, chopped scallion, red ginger, and a boiled egg. Thin noodles form the base, along with a savory broth. You can also try something with more heat, like the tan tan ramen. This soup features a spicy chicken broth base, augmented by miso sesame paste and ingredients like minced meat, sprouts, and scallion. Yellow wavy noodles stand in for the thin, straight noodles in the tonkotsu.

Ramen Kumamoto
165 E. Main Street
Newark, DE 19711
(302) 733-0888
www.facebook.com/ramenkumamoto
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Happy Thanksgiving!

November 26, 2015 by

We hope everyone has a wonderful day celebrating with family and friends! What are you thankful for this year?

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Easy Thanksgiving Decor Projects You Can Make Yourself

November 19, 2015 by

Making your own Thanksgiving decor is a great way to add personal touches to your family’s dinner and save a bit of money on pricey store-bought centerpieces. Here are three gorgeous ideas for Thanksgiving decor that even the least crafty host can make at home.

Grapevine Pumpkin [Bob Vila]
For only around $3, you can create a 3D pumpkin centerpiece made from simple grapevine. This craft store staple is stiff and easy to mold into any shape that you like, so all it takes is a bit of bending to create the plump pumpkin shape. Simply cut some shorter pieces to create the pumpkin’s stem and you have a unique, handmade centerpiece in just a few minutes.

Fall Monogram Wreath [Pinterest]
Greet your guests at the door with a beautiful wreath made from fallen leaves. Simply take an antique picture frame, arrange colorful leaves in the shape of your last initial inside and hang it on the door using decorative ribbon.

Pumpkin Planters for Succulents [Martha Stewart]
Succulents are a very popular design trend, so you might want to incorporate these adorable desert plants into your Thanksgiving decor. To make them a bit more autumnal, simply hollow out a miniature pumpkin or squash and plant the succulents inside.

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Peace for Paris

November 14, 2015 by

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Empowered Yoga: For Yogi Beginners and Veterans Alike

November 12, 2015 by

The atmosphere of community that you experience at Empowered Yoga is no accident. Its founders and instructors pay careful attention to the vibe at the studio because they want everyone to feel comfortable there—regardless of size, background, or skill level. If you are totally new to yoga, though, you should consider taking Empowered's Brand New Beginner Course. It will equip you with everything you need to dive right into the practice.

For those who already know the basics, you're ready to take any of the other classes. Most of them adhere to the Vinyasa style of yoga, which features flowing movements and focused breathing. But you can also take a Stationary Sequence class, which eliminates the quick pace of Vinyasa, but still strengthens and promotes flexibility through stationary postures.

Empowered Yoga
230 E. Main Street
Newark, DE 19711
(302) 525-0961
www.empoweredyoga.com
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Happy Veterans day!

November 11, 2015 by

Today is a day to honor the men and women who have bravely fought and continue to fight for our country. Thank you for your service!

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Beware of These Three Surprising Sources of High Fructose Corn Syrup

November 5, 2015 by

Avoiding high fructose corn syrup seems like it would be fairly easy if you read your labels and eat a plant-based diet. However, there are still ways in which this artificial sweetener can find its way into the food you eat. Here are three surprising sources of high fructose corn syrup that you might want to avoid:

  1. Salad dressing. Low-fat or not, many salad dressings contain high fructose corn syrup as a main ingredient. Make your own with oil and vinegar dressing or buy organic to avoid this.
  2. Honey-roasted peanuts. There are only seven ingredients in this sweet snack, and corn syrup is one of them. Choose raw or oven-roasted nuts instead.
  3. Ketchup. It might be no surprise that ketchup includes sugar, but some brands contain exceedingly high amounts. Look for all-natural brands or use ketchup sparingly.

Corn Syrup in Unexpected Foods [Huffington Post]
Surprising Products That Contain High Fructose Corn Syrup [Divine Caroline]
(Not So) Sweet: Surprising Foods Containing High Fructose Corn Syrup [Babble]
6 Popular Foods with High-Fructose Corn Syrup [FitDay]

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