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Ole! Get your Spain On!
Meal of the Month
Paella
Have you ever watched your favorite cooking show and an exotic dish called paella (pah-eh-yah) appeared? If you didn’t know what it was, you probably thought it was just rice and shrimp. However, there is more to this dish than what meets the eye… or the mouth!
What is Paella?
Paella is a traditional Spanish dish. Its main ingredient is arroz, the Spanish word for rice. Along with rice, there are many different ingredients in it. Basically, it is a mixture of rice, meat, vegetables and spices. It was mainly fed to the laborers of the field and for meat they would throw in some rabbit chunks, chicken or duck. Most versions today include seafood, but the original 

 

version does not have any seafood except snails which were cheap back then (Corrigan).
Where did Paella come from?
This dish originated on the coast of Valencia, Spain. Valencia is located on the eastern edge of Spain, right on the Mediterranean Sea. Due to the fact that paella started out in a port city, many different cultures on the Mediterranean influenced the foods that go into it (Paella Company). It has a lot of variations because the different cultures used their own traditional foods while making it. It really all depends on the location of where the dish is made. For example, paella in the middle of Spain might have more vegetables or snails. Whereas on the coast, it could have more shellfish. There are also versions that have more of an Indian flavor. No matter where you live, it is a dish that is loved around the world and can be made unique to your taste.
More About Paella
One more history tidbit about paella is that it is named after the pan that it is traditionally prepared in. This pan is usually silver with small little indents in it, but don’t worry, Paella can be prepared in a home skillet or pan. Many Spanish families will make paella for special occasions and have a big bowl of it as the centerpiece for their fiesta. Sometimes families have competitions to see whose paella is the best (Corrigan). Other families eat it as a normal weekday meal.
How to Make Paella
Making paella is actually pretty simple. Back in the day, farmers would take their rice and mix whatever they had laying around the house with it (Paella Company). Even today you can do the same thing! First, you cook your rice. There are many different types of rice that you can choose. Then, you add whatever ingredients you wish to include. You can even use some of your leftovers from previous meals.
Once, you have all of your ingredients together, season it to your taste. Since there isn’t one specific recipe for paella, there really isn’t a way to mess it up if all of your ingredients are properly cooked.
We at Tasty Bytes found a recipe for paella that is easy and has minimal ingredients from Martha Stewart. Located in Appendix A, this recipe is perfect for beginners. However, even top chefs could use this recipe and add their own flair to it. There is not a “wrong way” to make paella.




 
  In this recipe, the chicken sausage could be replaced with chorizo sausage if you really want your dish to have an authentic Spanish taste! Don’t like shrimp? Try something else instead like clams or even chicken. Just because today’s chefs are using seafood in paella, it does not mean you that have to. In fact, the paella you like the best may not contain any seafood at all! It can be whatever you want it to be. Just remember, you might need to make paella a couple different times until you find the recipe that you and your family like the best. Luckily, paella is a flexible dish where anything can be added or taken out if there is a picky eater around. However, one of our mottos at Tasty Bytes is that “you will never know if you like it until you try it.” Don’t let anything hold you back. There’s no time to waste, go turn on some Spanish music, get your Spain on and make some paella!
                                                     Works Cited
Corrigan, D. (n.d.). Introduction to Paella: The History of Paella & Paella Today. Retrieved            October 15, 2014, from About Travel.
Everyday Food. (2003, December). Easy Paella Recipe. Retrieved October 15, 2014, from    
       Martha Stewart.
History and Orgins of Paella. (n.d.). Retrieved October 15, 2014, from The Paella Company.



 “You don't need a paella pan to make this meal. Use a wide, shallow sauté pan with a lid. If you are taking this dish to a party, reheat it covered; add water as needed.”
–Martha Stewart



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Fall Boots

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M&M Auto Clinic

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D.I.Y Quick Fixes
Since 1960
Taking your car to a mechanic every time it needs an oil change can get very annoying and time consuming. Here is a quick video on how to do an oil change at home in less then 10 minutes.
Want to avoid calling a tow truck whenever your tire goes falt? Here is a quick video of an inexpensive way to change your own tire no matter where you're at.
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New Fall Trends

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Fall Fashion

Looking for a way to spice up your fall outfit? Well you've come to the right place! We have everything you need to add your own unique style to a plain fall look. Starting with shoes we have a variety of fall boots to chose from. We also have necklaces that go with all your favorite fall colors. You can't forget about our handbags we have the perfect handbags to go along with your outfit wether your going out to run some errands or going out for the night they're great either way. Visit WWW.Accessorygirl.com right now to get all your fall outfit accessories for 75% off your total order by using the code FallRocks! 


Upcoming Events: October

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Don't forget to stop by Green Thumb Floral & Greenhouse

on Halloween with your trick-or-treaters!

We will have treats and hot cocoa!

Also, we've set up a picture spot by our front entrance.

Feel free to bring your own camera and take pictures of

your little ghosts and goblins while you enjoy a treat

and cocoa to warm up from the cold!

We're open:
Weekday's 8 a.m.- 6 p.m
Saturday's 9 a.m.- 4 p.m.

We still have a variety of spring bulbs on sale.

Also, we just received a new shipment of annual seed rings!
These are beautiful to plant around your trees or mailbox.
Stock up now so you're prepared for the next season!



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2014 NBA Preview: The New Orleans Pelicans

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#14 New Orleans Pelicans
This the second season that the NBA team out of New Orleans will be called the Pelicans, and don't be surprised to see them make their first playoff appearance since they traded Chris Paul. Head coach Monty Williams has a solid squad to work with and I project them to be the eighth seed in the West, just barely making it to the postseason.
The Pelicans will be led by potential MVP candidate Anthony Davis. The former number one overall pick is entering his third season in the league after averaging 21 points and ten rebounds per game last year. Davis brings so much to the table. His length and athleticism is virtually unmatchable by opposing defenders, and he's one of the best shot blockers in the league. Players such as Kevin Durant have already tagged Davis as the "next superstar" in the NBA and I think KD is right on target with his statement. If the Pelicans do make the playoffs, don't be surprised to see Davis reaping the benefits with postseason awards. 
The Pelicans will also have former all-star Jrue Holiday running the point this season, and if he can stay healthy I expect another all-star selection this season. Last year Holiday averaged 14 points and eight assists with an injury riddled team around him. If his role players can stay healthy and consistent then Holiday will shine as the floor general on a really good team. He may not be as good as the guy he's replacing at that position (CP3), but he's one heck of an alternative.  
The addition of Omer Asik in the offseason will go down as one of the more under-rated acquisitions of the summer. After wasting away behind Dwight Howard in Houston last season, I think people forgot what Asik is capable of. He's a double-double guy that has good size at the center position. He will fill in nicely in Monty Williams system in New Orleans and you can expect him to get back to his double-double ways since he's the number one center once again. 
The wing positions for the Pelicans will be the main thing to keep an eye on. Eric Gordon was acquired in the deal for CP3 and he's yet to really pan out after signing a max contract. He's been bothered by injuries throughout his time in New Orleans, but if he can stay healthy he's definitely a playmaker that can make a difference. After coming off the bench last season, Monty Williams has said Tyreke Evans will most likely start at the small forward position. Evans will be an undersized forward, but his athleticism will cause problems for bigger defenders. Last year Evans averaged 14.5 points per game to go along with five rebounds and five assists. 
The Pelicans will have a few scoring threats coming off of the bench. Ryan Anderson will be returning from a devastating injury last season, and we all know that he can fill it up on any given night. New Orleans also signed Jimmer Fredete in the offseason, even though he's yet to pan out as a pro player. At BYU he could hit a shot from anywhere, so we know he can score. The question is if he'll ever be able to learn how defend at the professional level. Then there's Austin Rivers, who also has had a slow start to his career. Last season he averaged eight points, but he must improve on that if he wants to find any minutes on this much improved team. 
Potential Starters
PG: Jrue Holiday
SG: Eric Gordon
SF: Tyreke Evans
PF: Anthony Davis 
C: Omer Asik
Check back tomorrow to see who I ranked 13th in the "HOOPSAHOLIC NBA Preview"


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       Braids
Before just throwing any hair style in this way or that, first determine if it goes with your outfit, plans, and you! As an all-out country, farm girl in denim skirts and button-up shirts, braids work pretty well. They are quick and easy when on the run, because there is always something going on, and they are cute, but not fancy which fits my style and place, often in the garden or at the kitchen sink. Braids don’t get in the way and they don’t fall out! 
Just wearing a three strand braid all the time can be boring, though! What to do? Switch it up a bit! There are, we are finding out, tons of different kinds of braids! French, Dutch, fish tail, three strand, etc. The list is quite long and not all of them we have tried but the point is that we can all do different types depending on how much extra time we have and what the occasion is. 
     French
         Dutch
The French and Dutch braids are fancier and could be used when going to church, a dance, or dinner. 
The fish tail and three strand braids are more casual and would be something used when working or playing.
   Fishtail
Three-strand
 All braids will give the appearance of innocence no matter what kind they are, it is just what people see, especially two braids. Sometimes two braids look really little girlish so if you don’t want to come across that way probably don’t do two braids.


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EUROPE 2014
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. Estamos criando um espaço cultural, na web. Você vai gostar de conhecer. Um espaço que exige cuidados e arrumações especiais, então vai demorar um pouco, ficar pronto.
. We're creating a cultural space on the web. You will like to know. An area that requires special care and cupboards, then it will take a while, get ready.
. Estamos creando un espacio cultural en la web. Te gustará saber. Un área que requiere atención y armarios especial, entonces se tardará un tiempo, prepárate.


2014 NBA Preview: The Memphis Grizzlies

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#15 Memphis Grizzlies
The Memphis Grizzlies ended last season with an epic playoff output. They fought hard as the seventh seed and pushed the second seed Thunder to seven games before ultimately coming up too short. Head coach Dave Joeger will try and improve that playoff push as he enters his second season as head coach. 
The first thing to talk about when discussing the Grizzlies is there big center, Marc Gasol. Last season Gasol averaged 17 points and nearly eight rebounds as the best player on this team. He’s one of the more skilled centers in the league, and he really knows how to get the ball in the basket. He can knock down the mid-range jumper and plays great defense as well. I expect him to make the all-star team once again he could even increase his scoring average.
In game seven of the playoffs last year the Grizzlies had to play without their power-forward Zach Randolph. He was suspended for the game after punching Steven Adams in game six of the series. Z-BO knows how to bang around down low and last season he averaged 18 points and nine rebounds per game. The duo of Randolph and Gasol is one of the better low post tandems this league has, and if the Grizzlies plan on making any type of run, it will go through them. 
Coming out of Ohio State, people were unsure on what type of player Mike Conley would be. Throughout his career he’s become one of the great facilitators in the NBA, averaging 16 point and eight assists last season. He’s the floor general for Memphis and he does a great job getting the ball to his big guys. He truly is the perfect fit at point guard for this Grit, Grind and Grizz Memphis team. 
If you don’t remember how Tony Allen played in the playoffs, just ask KD. Allen was in Durant’s grill the entire series, forcing the leagues MVP to look flustered throughout and getting inside his head. Plain and simple, Allen is one of the fiercest defenders in the NBA, and the Grizzlies know what they’re going to get out of him on any given night. Memphis acquired Vince Carter in the offseason, which should sure up one of the wing positions. Carter of course isn’t what he used to be back in his prime, but he’s still a valuable asset for any NBA team. He brings veteran savvy while still being able to score at a consistent pace. Carter along with Allen and forward Tayshaun Prince should make up a solid wing rotation for Memphis. 
Since the Grizzlies fall victim of playing in a very good Western Conference, I have them just missing out on the playoffs. It was hard to decide where they would finish because they’re loaded with talent, but ultimately I feel that other teams in the West improved more than they did in the offseason. If the Grizzles can stay healthy they will have a chance to prove many others and myself wrong. 
Potential Starters
PG: Mike Conley
SG: Tony Allen
SF: Tayshaun Prince
PF: Zach Randolph
C: Marc Gasol
Check back tomorrow to see who I ranked 14th in the "HOOPSAHOLIC NBA Preview"


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   Argan Oil
The only other hair product we recommend other than shampoo and conditioner is Argan oil. It should be used every day and is probably the best thing that has ever happened to hair (Vegetable oil)!
 Argan oil is an organic product made from the nuts of an Argan tree and is used for both healthy hair and healthy skin. Argan oil helps moisturize hair and give it a healthy glow and shine. It also repairs damaged hair and prevents brittleness if applied every day (Vegetable oil).
Use Argan oil to keep hair glossy, smooth, and easier to brush. Also, we have found since starting to use it, hair does not need to be trimmed as often and that the ends don’t split as much. Argan oil is a little expensive but is definitely worth it! We would encourage the research and the use of it.
Use Argan oil after you shampoo, condition, and comb your hair. Try not to apply it to the top of the head if avoidable because the scalp emits oil. The top of the head is what starts to look oily first, so we don’t need to add any unless we are trying to tame some frizz. No matter what kind of hair you have this oil will be beneficial to it.
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I swallowed the Sun,
 and from then on, the moon wouldn't stop fucking
 bothering me. So I 
choked the moon, but of course 
the stars just had to
 witness my
 dirty deed. 
So I stuck them into my eyes, where they continually burned me pupils.
But the milkway felt 
naked when being stripped
 of it's fine sprinkles of clothing. 
So i wrapped my arms 
around the milkway and cooed
 sweet nothings into its' ear.
 But i could not satisfy the milkyway, so 
I weaved it into my 
hair, where I tied it securely with a rubberband 
of comets. And when
 dancing in the compnay of the galaxy,
He proposed to me with one of Saturn's rings. 




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I swallowed the Sun,
 and from then on, the moon wouldn't stop fucking
 bothering me. So I 
choked the moon, but of course 
the stars just had to
 witness my
 dirty deed. 
So I stuck them into my eyes, where they continually burned me pupils.
But the milkway felt 
naked when being stripped
 of it's fine sprinkles of clothing. 
So i wrapped my arms 
around the milkway and cooed sweet nothings into its' ear. But i could not satisy the milkyway, so I weaved it into my hair, where I tied it securely with a rubberband of comets.