"Backward Day"

Hello everyone!

Today, January 31st it's "Backward Day".

Here are some ideas on how to celebrate this fun festivity:

Casual: Walk backwards for 10 minutes.

Committed: Invite your friends to a backwards race, where everyone should be walking backwards. The winner gets a prize chosen by the group.

Hard-Core: Have a party where the music, the movies and the dance moves should all be backwards.

Fried Chicken Friday Fun Presents Today's Recipe 

Roasted Garlic Teriyaki Fried Rice with Chicken 

Servings: 6 

INGREDIENTS

- 1/2 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts

- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 

- 3 green onions and tops 

- 1 carrot

- 1 egg, beaten

- 4 cups cold cooked rice

- 3 tablespoons Kikkoman Roasted Garlic Teriyaki Marinade & Sauce 

METHOD

1. Cut chicken into thin strips.
2. Heat oil in hot wok or large skillet over high heat. Add chicken, green onions and carrot. Stir-fry 3 minutes, or until chicken is thoroughly cooked.
3. Add egg; cook, stirring gently, until firm. Stir in rice and cook until heated through.
4. Add roasted garlic teriyaki sauce; remove pan from heat. Stir mixture until well mixed. Serve immediately.

COLOR CHALLENGE

Today's Color Challenge is "Color Yourself Energized" by wearing something in Moon Beam (Light yellow). Yellow has always been considered an energetic color. It gives you a beautiful glow and it makes you feel bright and awake. Wear something in this tone to join today's Color Challenge. You can wear a complete outfit if you're feeling brave, or just an accessory. When someone compliments your brilliant color choice, answer:"Thank you, I feel very energetic in this awesome Moon Beam color". 

Have an awesome day!

"Croissant Day"

Hello everyone!

Today January 30th it's "Croissant Day"!

Here are some ideas on how to celebrate this tasty festivity:

Casual: Have a croissant for breakfast.

Committed: Bake different types of croissants such as: Nutella croissant, cheese croissant, or ham croissant.

Hard-Core: Throw a party where all your friends will eat croissants, and they should bake them themselves. Play some french music and have fun with your friends.

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Tangerines Tuesday Treat Presents Today's Short Story 

An Oriental Story: A Short Story About Pak Choi

   Pak Choi is a plant that was originated in the Orient. Because of its quick maturing properties, pak choi became very popular in the 19th century among the Chinese and the Japanese. In Europe, pak choi was not very popular, it was introduced there in the mid 18th century, and people didn't like it as much as the Chinese and Japanese. Pak choi comes from tiny seeds, this allowed the spread of it around the world. The seeds where easily carried from place to place, and because of this PAK choi spread to every nation. Before anyone knew it, PAK choi was available in Russia and America. 

   Pak choi looks like a lettuce, but it's not in the same group as lettuce. Pak choi belongs to the group where the broccoli, the cabbage and the turnips are. This vegetable is completely edible, containing many vitamins. Because of this, many people love pak choi. Many chefs around the world use Pak choi in recipes such as: Ginger sweet tofu with Pak choi, steamed bass with Pak choi, noodles, and more. Its unique and delicious flavor give dishes the right amount of vitamins. If you haven't tried Pak choi, you should give it a try! 

COLOR CHALLENGE

Today's Color Challenge is "Color Yourself Chaotic" by wearing something in Winter Lights (red). If you want to feel strong and bold, you should definitely try out today's challenge. You can wear a complete outfit in this color, or just an accessory if you're not brave enough. When someone compliments your color choice, just answer: "Thank you, who doesn't love a Winter Lights outfit?". 

Have a marvelous day!

"Ruzzle Day"

Hello everyone!

Today January 29th it's "Ruzzle Day"!

Here are some ideas on how to celebrate this quirky festivity:

Casual: Play Ruzzle in your free time.

Committed: Gather with your friends and challenge them by playing Ruzzle together, get some prices and give them out to the winner.

Hard-Core: Throw a party where you can play Ruzzle with your friends and when someone looses make up punishments, for example: If they loose, they should dance in front of everybody, or bite an onion.

Waffles Wednesday Way Presents Today's Recipe
Egg and Cheese Waffle Sandwich
1 serving


INGREDIENTS

- 2 frozen round waffles (4-inch)

- 1 egg, beaten

- 1 slice co-Jack or American cheese.


METHOD

Step 1: Heat oven to 400' F. Generously coat the baking sheet with cooking spray. Place waffles on baking sheet.

Step 2: Spoon egg over waffles; spreading to fill cavities.

Step 3: Top one waffle with cheese. Cover with remaining waffle and press together. Let stand 1 minute to allow cheese to melt.

COLOR CHALLENGE 

Today's Color Challenge is "Color Yourself Blue" by wearing something in Deep Ocean (Teal). This color looks great on everybody and it gives a sweet and innocent look. Join this challenge by wearing a teal coat or some teal tights. When someone compliments your style, answer: "Thank you, this Deep Ocean color really makes me feel blue". 

	Have a fantastic day!

"Blueberry Day"

Hello everybody!

Today, January 28th it's "Blueberry Day"

Here are some ideas on how to celebrate this fruity festivity:

Casual: Have blueberries for breakfast.

Committed: Cook a recipe that has as the main ingredient blueberries and share it with your friends and family.

Hard-Core: Invite your friends to a party where you should all be dressed in a blueberry color (purple/blue) and eat blueberries while you dance to groovy music!

FUN FACT: Blueberries can improve your memory! 

Toast Tuesday Trouble Presents Today's Short Story
A Healthy Movement: A Short Story about Asparagus

  Asparagus is a native plant from the Eastern Mediterranean area and Asia,  and the Romans were the ones to first cultivate it. The cultivation of this plant started over 2,000 years ago. The Romans loved asparagus due to its tender and delicious edible shoots. Asparagus also had a unique flavor and was great in medicinal purposes. In the 16th century, asparagus became popular not only with the Romans, but with the French as well. The French colonists brought this plant into the Americas, because they enjoyed it as much as the Romans.

  Did you know that asparagus is often  called "the food of kings"? They call it like this because King Louis XIV loved asparagus, and ordered his servants to build a special greenhouse dedicated to the cultivation of asparagus just for himself. Many other kings through history enjoyed asparagus as well, one of them being Julius Caesar. Due to this name given, asparagus started to be considered elegant and if you ate it, you were definitely wealthy.

  Today, asparagus is still loved for its unique flavor and its versatility. It's also loved by food lovers around the world because of its health-giving properties. Many famous restaurants and chefs use asparagus as a dish decorator, and sometimes even as the main dish itself.

COLOR CHALLENGE

Today's Color Challenge is "Color Yourself Beautiful" by wearing something in Birthday Cake (Light pink). This light hue will bring radiance to your face and it will make you feel spectacular and fresh. You can join this challenge by wearing a pink dress, a pink skirt or a pink shirt. When someone compliments how beautiful you look in this color, answer: "Thank you, I love my Birthday Cake dress!".

Have a fun day!

"Chocolate Cake Day"

Hello everyone!

Today, January 27th it's "Chocolate Cake Day!"

Here are some ideas on how to celebrate this delicious festivity:

Casual: Have a piece of chocolate cake for breakfast or dessert.

Committed: Bake a chocolate cake and share it with your friends and family.

Hard-Core: Throw a party where all the food given must be chocolate related, and obviously have some chocolate cake!

Meatballs Monday Madness Presents Today's Recipe
Southwestern Steak Salad
Servings: 4



Ingredients:

·       1 pound skirt steak (1/2 inch thick), trimmed
·       Coarse salt and ground pepper
·       2 hearts romaine lettuce, torn
·       1 avocado, halved, pitted, peeled, and diced
·       2 English cucumber, peeled and diced small
·       6 small tomatoes, cut into wedges
·       1 small red onion, thinly sliced
·       1 to 2 canned chipotle chiles in adobo, minced
·       3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
·       2 teaspoons honey
·       1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil

Method:

Step 1: Heat a large skillet over medium-high; cut steak into 4 pieces and season with salt and pepper. Cook 2 1/2 minutes per side for medium-rare. Transfer to a plate and cover loosely with foil. Let rest 5 minutes, then thinly slice.


Step 2: Meanwhile, in a large bowl, toss together lettuce, avocado, cucumber, tomatoes, onion, teaspoon salt, and 1/8 teaspoon pepper.


Setp 3: In a small bowl, combine chile, lime juice, honey, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and a pinch of pepper. Gradually whisk in oil and any accumulated juices from steak. Pour dressing over salad and toss; add steak and toss again.

COLOR CHALLENGE

Today's Color Challenge is "Color Yourself Stunning" by wearing something in Night Sky (Dark blue). You will feel amazing in this bold and beautiful color. Perfect for a day in which you want to feel totally stunning! Wear a dress or a t-shirt to be part of this fashion challenge! When someone compliments your outfit, answer: "Thank you, I feel stunning!". 

Have an incredible day! 

"Spouses Day"

Hello everyone!

Today January 26th it's "Spouses Day"! 

Here are some ideas on how to celebrate this fun holiday!

Casual: If you have a spouse, celebrate with them by going out to dinner.

Committed: Pretend that you and your best friend are spouses for the day.

Hard-Core: Throw a spouses party where your guests must bring a pretend "spouse" for the night, they'll be seated together and will have a delicious dinner together as well.

COLOR CHALLENGE

Today's Color Challenge is "Color Yourself Alive" by wearing something in Lemons (Light green). Today, you will feel very energetic and alive with this vibrant color! Wear a complete outfit or just a pop of color to be part of this fun challenge! When someone compliments your brave color choice, just answer: "Thank you, it makes me feel so alive!".

Have a great day! 

"Opposite Day"

Hello everyone

Today January 25th it's "Opposite Day”!

Here are some ideas on how to celebrate this fun festivity!

Casual: Wear something opposite of what you usually wear (Wear a skirt if you normally wear jeans, wear jeans if you normally wear skirts etc.)

Committed: Gather with your friends and play the “Opposite Game”. This game consists of shouting out items, colors, animals etc. and your opponent must shout what they consider opposite of that. The winner is the one that answers the most under a minimum time.

Hard-Core: Have an “Opposite Party” where your guests must wear black/white, or opposite colors in their outfits.

COLOR CHALLENGE

Today’s Color Challenge is “Color Yourself Sweet” by wearing something in Flowers in the Snow (Lilac). This color is very relaxing and it looks great on everyone. Wear a skirt, a dress, a shirt, or a pair of jeans in this color to feel sweet and innocent. When someone compliments your color choice, answer: “Thank you, I really like my sweet Flowers in the Snow” color.

Have an awesome day! 

- "Amusing" 

"Peanut Butter Day"

Hello everyone!

Today, January 24th it's “Peanut Butter Day”

Casual: Have peanut butter for breakfast.

Committed: Invite your friends for a fun picnic, and have peanut butter and jelly sandwiches!

Hard-Core: Have a party where every dessert should include peanut butter, the music should be very sticky (Just like the peanut butter!).

Fried Chicken Friday Fun Presents Today’s Recipe

Fried Chicken and Beans Recipe

INGREDIENTS

Serves 3-4

• 6 oz. green beans, ends trimmed, sliced lengthwise into quarters (about 2 cups)
• 3 Tbs. vegetable oil
• 1 Tbs. Thai Flavored Paste
• 1 boneless, skinless chicken breast (6-to 8-oz.), sliced thinly against the grain
• 1 tsp. minced fresh ginger
• 1 or 2 fresh bird chiles or 1 fresh serrano chile or 1 small fresh jalapeño, minced
• 2 Tbs. soy sauce
• 1/2 tsp. sugar
• 1/4 tsp. sea salt
• 8 oz. fresh brown or shiitake mushrooms, stems trimmed, caps thinly sliced (to yield about 21/2-cups)
• 1/4 cup dry white wine

METHOD

Bring a medium pot of water to a boil over high heat. Add the quartered green beans and blanch until bright green and still crunchy but no longer raw tasting, about 1 minute. Drain, shock in cold water, drain again, and set aside. Heat the oil in a large skillet or stir-fry pan over high heat for 1 min. Add the Thai flavor paste; stir-fry for 30 seconds to distribute the paste in the oil. Add the chicken and stir constantly until it turns white. Add the ginger and chiles; stir-fry for 30 seconds. Add the soy sauce, sugar, and sea salt; stir-fry for 30 seconds. Add the green beans and mushrooms. Stir-fry to mix and combine. Add the wine and stir until the chicken is cooked, the beans are slightly soft but crunchy, and the mushrooms are soft, 3 to 5 minutes. Serve hot.

COLOR CHALLENGE

Today’s Color Challenge is “Color Yourself Amusing” by wearing something in Winter Lights (Red). Today wear something in Winter Lights (Red) and feel amusing. Red is a very intense color, so wear a complete outfit to feel powerful and amusing, or just a pop of color to feel fashionable and stylish. When someone compliments your awesome fashion sense, answer: “Thank you, I really love my Winter Lights coat!”.