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California’s native poppy is lovely, and so are these others, too

1. Worm castings are recommended for control of insect pests on plants. The reason for this is that worm castings contain an enzyme known as chitinase that breaks down chitin, the major constituent in the exoskeleton of many insects, including whiteflies, aphids, and leaf miners, as well as spider mites. You can purchase worm castings (a euphemism for worm poop) by the bag or bring red wigglers into your life for a constant supply of their excretions. Keep your worms fed with vegetable and fruit peels, coffee grounds, egg shells, tea bags, and shredded newspapers. You can find bins and trays for growing red wigglers through a multitude of Internet vendors when you search “make your own worm castings.”  YouTube...

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No-Bake Lime Icebox Cake Recipe

Growing up, my mom always made icebox desserts: lemon, pineapple, lime, etc. But my favorite is the lime-flavored one. As I’m living on my own now, I rarely taste my mom’s cooking; that’s why I’m so thankful I found this icebox recipe from Simply Mamá Cooks on Youtube. When I first tried this recipe, I immediately got nostalgic as it tasted almost the same as the one my mom made growing up. It’s super creamy with a tangy taste from the lime, and the best part is it’s super easy to make. Now, it’s been my go-to dessert whenever I’m entertaining guests, and they always ask for the recipe. If you also want to learn the recipe, check it out...

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UFC president Dana White delighted to return to Canada with UFC 289

Count Dana White among those happy to see the UFC return to Canada, via UFC 289 in Vancouver. “I love Canada. I love that place. I love doing events there,” White said in an interview Thursday. “I can’t wait to get back to Toronto. As a city, it’s one of my favourite in the world. I love Toronto. “I love the people in Canada. Believe it or not, I really like the media there in Canada too,” he added with a trademark F-bomb. “There ain’t much about Canada I don’t like. If I had to pick something that I don’t like about Canada, it’d probably be the snow and that’s about it.” Canada was one of the UFC’s early breakthrough...

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People Share 69 American Eating Habits And Culinary Preferences That Horrify Non-Americans

Taste is subjective, there’s no doubt about that. Controversial foods exist, that’s a fact too. Now combine them together, and you see some weird food combos landing in people’s stomachs. This time, we will narrow down our investigation into American cuisine only (despite the fact all countries have their culinary quirks!) to find out what common eating habits and foods confuse non-Americans. Turns out there are many of them! From super-size meaty breakfasts to cheese spread, these are the most eyebrow-raising American delicacies people in other countries just can’t fathom.#1Sweet potato and marshmallow casserole. What the actual f**k?Image credits: 98thRedBalloon#2Hersheys chocolate. Honestly tastes like the smell of vomit. Image credits: Cottonmustard#3Cookie Dough in a tube, which you guys apparently eat...

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The Makers of the HERDEZ® Brand Introduce Mexican Refrigerated Meats Entr�es Featuring True Mexican Flavors

The makers of the HEERDEZ brand�announced the launch of its HERDEZ Mexican Refrigerated Entr�es line with two delicious varieties, including� HERDEZ™ �Chicken Shredded in Mild Chipotle Sauce and� HERDEZ™ �Carnitas Slow Cooked Pork. At-home cooks can now enjoy the traditions from the heart of Mexico in these convenient heat-and-eat meals with the perfect blend of spices and seasoning. Inspired by some of the most popular Mexican dishes, these entr�es are packed with flavor and protein, with...Read the full story at https://www.webwire.com/ViewPressRel.asp?aId=303820

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