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Hearts and Flowers

As we all know, Valentine's Day is a day of romance and affection, with exchange of cards and gifts, and more so, a romantic dinner with an elegant table setting is something truly special on this day with your sweethearts, friends and family members. Believe it or not, there is an intricate connection between love and food.  The surest way to the heart, they say, is through the stomach. A beautiful  table scape is believed to add to your romance. As celebration spreads, spending sometime decorating your dinner table can sure make your day a memorable and delightful one. Love conquers all things, let us surrender to love..    Let your heart guide you... but listen closely, because it whispers. Love is but the discovery of ourselves, and the delight in the recognition. Love is not in our choice but in our fate.. No three words have greater power than "I love you". Love is sweet when it’s new, but sweeter when it’s

The Yellow Marvel

Why do drinks, sometimes, with such simple ingredients taste so good?? When you are in the mood to chill out, literally, here is an easy to do drink with the Kumquat or Calamondin Oranges. The Kumquat or Calamondin Orange, a loose skinned fruit, though bitter and sour is edible and can be made into delicious Marmalade and to a marvelous cool drink.Scroll down to see how to make a drink out of them. What to mix: 3 Kumquat not Skinned 2 1/2 table spoon sugar 2Cups of Water How to Fix:   Blend the Kumquat oranges and sugar first in the blender. Add water and run the blender for a few seconds.Strain and serve Chilled with Ice Cubes. This drink is fun for the season and definitely worth a try.  Thank you. Please Visit Foodie Friday