Homemade Curry Aioli
by Karyn Maier Aioli is a sauce used as a dip and sandwich spread in Mediterranean cuisines and is as common in France, Italy and Spain as mayonnaise in the US. Essentially, it's a simple emulsion of crushed garlic and olive oil. In fact, the word "aioli"translates to "garlic and oil" in Italian. Although the sauce is creamy like mayonnaise, it does not traditionally contain eggs. Variations exist, however. In France, for example, it is common to find lemon juice among the
Sweet Dreams ~ Making Herbal Dream Pillows
by Karyn Maier "And myrtle cushioned there slept I, while visions past and future filled my dreamers eye." For centuries, the fragrance of herbs have been captured in pillows and sweet bags to purify and scent the home. They were known by European mothers anxious to lure their offspring into tranquil sleep, by those seeking relief from headache or depression, and by the solitary who yearned to find true love. Fragrant herbs were sewn into pillows and placed at the head
Eating Chocolate Every Day is Good for You
By Karyn Maier New research suggests that eating a piece of dark chocolate each day is -- oh, rapture! -- good for us. But before you rush out to the nearest confectionery, you should know that not all chocolate is equal. Scientists at the Seoul National University in Seoul, Republic of Korea set out to understand how chocolate affects mood and may even help to thwart disease. The team observed 48 healthy men and women between 20 and 30 years of age who, for three weeks, eith
