Liberty Science Center and Thomas & Friends Explore The Rails #LSCThomas&Friends

The Liberty Science Center has so much to keep kids and families active and learning, you can easily spend the whole day there and not see half of what there is inside (and don’t forget outside, weather permitting).  Right now, if you take the kids to the museum, you can visit the Island of Sodor and see your favorite tank engine, Thomas.

 

“Visit the Island of Sodor at Liberty Science Center!

In Thomas & Friends™: Explore the Rails, kids can learn, play, and solve problems with Thomas the Tank Engine and his friends while immersing themselves in locations from the beloved TV series.

The exhibition combines play with important STEM concepts. Young learners can practice counting objects, comparing sizes, and learning colors. Older kids can practice their math skills, learn basic engineering concepts, discover science ideas through play, and see how technology works to keep engines running.”

Of course, the rest of the museum is still open as well. Climb a rock wall, crawl through the Touch Tunnel, see a movie in the IMAX theater, and much more. There is so much to see and do and touch and learn. The live animals are always a hit, and the fish are a must visit on every visit. You can also sign the kids up to do fun experiments that give them hands on learning experiences to help bring science fun to life.

If you’d like to win a family 4 pack of tickets, please enter to win using the RC form below. Ends Nov 12, 2017. Good luck!

 

Canvas Food Truck Review


The Canvas Food Truck
in Los Angeles is a great stop, wherever they happen to be parked!The Canvas Food Truck in Los Angeles

There is always something to be said about a great burger. Whether that burger is beef, chicken, turkey, or salmon, we are burger lovers. The Canvas Food Truck is a great place to get a burger and they have all of those patty option so you can take your pick. For those that want a cooler option they have wraps and salads as well so check out their full menu. I got to sample two of their signature creations with a side of delicious shoe string garlic fries.

With cute names like “The Chick” and “The Bird” the Canvas Food Truck’s two white meat options are popular choices. I got a taste of “The Chick” and enjoyed how refreshing and light it was. The meat was seasoned to perfection and topped with cucumbers, mixed greens, and tomato. The cheese on the burger is mozzarella and that is finished with a roasted pepper aioli. I am a fan of cucumbers on a sandwich or burger and that addition was the icing on the cake to finish this off and take it to the next level. If you are cutting back on your red meat this is a definite highlight of the menu.

If red meat is still on your to be enjoyed list the Canvas Food Truck has a real treat in store for you. One of my favorite dishes from my food truck tour here in LA, their Chef Style burger. Be prepared for a decadent food experience. You do need to be a fan of Blue Cheese because that is a major factor in the flavor punch this burger will give to your taste buds. When you take a half pound patty of grass fed beef then add sautéed onions and roasted pepper aioli you can’t help but fall in love. I thought the Blue Cheese gave the burger a kick and certainly is the feature that made this a top pick of mine. Even if you swapped cheeses, for all you cheddar eaters, this would be a great selection.

If you find yourself out and about in Los Angeles County, Hollywood, Downtown, or in the Valley definitely keep your eyes open for this roaming restaurant. The Canvas Food Truck should definitely be on your radar.

Find out more about the Canvas Food Truck on their site: canvasfoodsla.com or on Social Media: Twitter or Facebook

Dr. Brown’s Breast Pump Caryall Tote Review

This breast pump tote is a great carryall for new moms.


Dr. Brown
has hit the market with another new product to add to a mom’s arsenal. With a baby to carry or push and all the items we need to take care of our little one’s needs, hands are at a premium. Good storage and mobility is a must, both of which are provided by this Breast Pump Carryall.

The name says it, carryall. With a section sized to fit most electric breast pumps and a bottle cooler bag this tote is prepared to handle what you need to carry. There is plenty of room for other items too that you will need for a day out. The bag has a nice neutral gray color that matches most outfits or at least doesn’t stand out and scream diaper bag. It can easily be carried into any professional environment discreetly for moms that need to pump at work.

The tote has comfortable straps with a softer feel to keep them from digging into your shoulder. There is also a zippered compartment inside the bag so you can store smaller items while keeping them handy and easy to reach since the main section of the bag is large. It is well organized while still having the issue all sizable totes do, or mine anyway, which is items go in and then seem impossible to get back out. For me the internal pockets have made all the difference when I remember to use them! Even so most of my bags jingle with some loose change.


Dr. Brown’s Breast Pump Caryall Tote
is a versatile piece that works to carry your breast pump, bottles, or any other baby item you want to store away and carry. You can find out more about this item or other baby products on their site, drbrownsbaby.com. You can also check them out on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.

 

ciao! baby Portable High Chair Review

Easy to Carry Baby Gear

Innovation has come to the table in the form of the exciting ciao! baby portable high chair. This product is as easy to carry as any collapsible pop chair with all the benefits of a traditional high chair making it a perfect package. The five point safety harness secures kids up to three years of age for a safe snack time and the chair comes all in one piece, no assembly required, which makes an instant set-up expert of anyone. Whether you are on the road traveling with your family or looking for an option suited to compact apartment living the ciao! baby portable high chair is a great match.

My favorite part about the high chair is the quick set-up and clean-up. With an easy to clean tray, cup holder, and ultimate transport capability the outdoors are an easy destination from the beach to camping trips or in my case just the back patio. For sunny spots there is even an umbrella that you can add on to protect against the afternoon rays.

There is a great selection of colors and patterns to choose from to match your home or any style you prefer. For hardcore sports fans you can show your team spirit wherever you go with the College logo design line. Collegiate logos are on the front headrest of chair and also on the carrying bag. Heading over to a friend’s place at meal time is drama free with the portability of the high chair. The major bonuses are mobility and the ability to store this chair away without any hassle. Light and compact gear does not always go hand in hand with baby packing so any versatile product like the ciao! baby portable high chair is a huge asset to parents on the go.

Find out more about ciao! baby and their portable high chair on their website: theportablehighchair.com or on Social Media with Twitter, Facebook or Instagram

The Top 4 Data Recovery Software Programs On The Market In 2017

In this day and age where almost all businesses are conducted through computers and smart technology, it is essential to install data recovery software programs on hardware that contain valuable data and information. After all, isn’t it smarter to be safe than sorry? You must be well aware that your business can suffer tremendously because of deleted, corrupted, lost, and inaccessible files and data. Reports published by Unitrends state that over 95% of companies shut down because of the loss of data and vital information.

Hence, in order to prevent that from happening and in order to ensure the smooth operation of your business, it is essential to arm your computers and other smart devices with data recovery software programs. Here are our picks for the best data recovery software programs on the market in 2017! The list isn’t in any particular order.

  1. EaseUS Data Recovery Wizard Professional

The EaseUS Data Recovery Wizard Professional definitely delivers on its promise, allowing you to recover your lost data and files in a safe manner. In addition to that, the software can also prove to be extremely helpful when you are after formatted hard drive recoveries and hard drive partition recoveries. The software also largely benefits from its user-friendly interface, allowing users to easily recover deleted files and RAW files. There is even a version of the software that is compatible with smartphones.

  1. Recuva Professional

If you are looking for a data recovery software program that lives up to the billing, you should look no further than the Recuva Professional. The software is well-capable of retrieving any deleted files from disks that can be read by Windows. In addition to that, the software can also recover data from files that are corrupted, damaged and newly formatted. The software is available for download in two different versions—a portable version and the normal version. The normal version serves as any data recovery software on the market while the portable version can be installed on a USB stick or other external drives.

  1. TestDisk

TestDisk functions as a software that enables users to repair the disks and recover files using either the DOS box or command prompt. The software is well-capable of recovering files from exFAT, NTFS, ext2, and FAT file systems. The software primarily excels at recovering lost partitions; it also does an exceptional job of helping non-bootable disks become bootable again. It also helps that the software functions well on all platforms including Mac OS X and Microsoft Windows etc.

  1. Stellar Phoenix Windows Data Recovery

This particular software is extremely useful for retrieving deleted and inaccessible Windows partitions, data, documents, and files that are corrupted by disk failures, system errors, and virus attacks. The software is well-capable of recovering data from numerous storage devices such as USB drives, smartphones, memory cards, external and internal hard drives. Hence, with this software around, even if your system gets hacked, you will still be able to recover your files and data.

Taste McCrea’s Caramels

Caramel lovers, McCrea’s is a must!

On apples, in desserts, or solo, caramel tops the charts as a fan favorite. McCrea’s Caramels take your expectations on what this sweet gooey goodness can be to a whole new level. The smooth creamy texture that melts in your mouth is just the beginning. The flavors offered are exciting and give these caramels an extra kick.

Ginger Fusion, Dark Roasted Mocha, Tapped Maple, and Black Lava Sea Salt are just the beginning of the options offered by McCrea’s Caramels. Each bite packs a punch as all of the caramels are truly infused with flavor. Classic options like the two salted caramels, Black Lava Sea Salt and the Cape Cod Sea Salt, are a perfect balance of sweet and salty while having subtle distinctions in flavor from the different salt sources. A side by side comparison is a fun activity to try.

The newest addition to the “Flavor Family” is Anisette to join the liquor-infused options like Irish Coffee and Single Malt Scotch. Inspired by the anise infused liqueur, Anisette caramel is a great combination. The result is a smooth treat that brings this unique taste to a new form.

If you have a friend or family member with a passion for any of these flavors they make a great gift or addition to a gift basket. My mother LOVES ginger and McCrea’s Ginger Fusion Caramels are at the top of my list for her holiday presents. With a company like McCrea’s where the goal is to make the best caramels science and nature can come together to create there is no going wrong with any choice. I say science since Jason McCrea who develops these caramels has a background in chemistry that brings a new level to this classic.

Find out more about McCrea’s on their website – mccreascandies.com

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Summer Drinks with Award Winning Vodka

An Icy Addition to Summer

The last days of summer are here so celebrate a season well spent with a cocktail. Two great Award Winning options are LEAF Organic Vodka and Khortytsa Platinum Vodka. Both offer a refreshing kick to your dry martini or mixed drink.

LEAF Organic Vodka comes in two varieties, Alaskan Glacial Water and Rocky Mountain Mineral Water. The difference is actually the source of Vodka’s main ingredient, Water! I was amazed that such a subtle difference can have so much impact on flavor. An in home tasting comparison was a fun evening with friends. Both varieties were popular with an even split of favorites for each. Rocky Mountain mineral water lends crisp clean taste while the Alaskan Glacial has a bit of sweet. Another plus is the fact that both products are organic, quality products from quality ingredients.

LEAF Organic Vodka – Find them on Social Media – Twitter – Facebook – Instagram

Khortytsa Platinum Vodka goes through an extensive and unique filtration process which gives the product its clear and clean flavor. Distilled in the Ukraine with a filter enhanced with birch and alder-tree charcoal and quartz sand the results are unique and delicious. You can almost taste the cold, which is a wonderful feature on a hot summer day. 

Khortytsa Platinum – Find them on Social Media – Twitter – Facebook – Instagram

Summer Spice Vodka Lemonade Recipe 

Ingredients:

1 & 1/2 Cup Lemon Juice – Approximately 6 Fresh Lemons

6 Cups Water

3/4 Cup Agave Nectar – you can also use sugar

3 Jalapeños Peppers – Sliced

Dash of Salt

Vodka to Taste

Start with your lemons. If you have fresh, cut them in half and juice them by hand or if you have a juicer until you have a cup and a half of lemon juice. Any extra lemons can be sliced to add in as a decorative element to your drink.

Mix water, agave nectar, salt, and lemon juice together and mix until dissolved. Add sliced jalapeños, more or less depending on the level of heat you enjoy. Finish with ice, lemon slices, and vodka to taste.

 

Roni Macaroni Food Truck

Comfort food and cheesy goodness.

Their slogan is “For the love of Mac n’ Cheese!” and their food lives up to it. Roni Macaroni serves exactly what you might expect, Mac and Cheese, but they do it in ways you might not expect. Their menu also goes beyond this crowd pleasing favorite. If noodles aren’t calling your name try the fries, or order up one of their stacked high sandwiches, a cheese burger, or a Roni Kosher Beef Chilli Dog.

Roni Macaroni’s menu has options within the Mac and Cheese category as well. The Buffalo Ranch Chicken Mac is one, a mix of their classic mac with shaved carrots and celery, Frank’s Buffalo Sauce, ranch dressing, and diced chicken. Beef more your style? How about the Steak Mac & Cheese with sliced rib eye, mouth watering grilled onions, and toasted bread crumbs. The floor reminded me of a Philly Cheese Steak in a bowl with a extra cheesy finish that had my mouth watering.

My favorite is the L.A. Street Mac & Cheese which includes a beef hot dog, bacon, grilled onions, and bell peppers. What could be better than two childhood favorites mashed and mixed in just the way I love. Bites of delicious and juicy hot dog coated in cheese sauce is a delight that made me smile while the onions and peppers raised the level of taste beyond what my mom cut up on my kiddy plate. This is a great mix of nostalgia and quality food in a bowl.

If you want an order you can wrap your hands around Roni Macaroni’s BBQ Pulled Pork Melt stands out with their house made pulled pork, mac and cheese, and more sweet, sweet grilled onions. Using mac and cheese to add another level to this sandwich is a skillful move. A thick melt on perfectly toasted bread is a texture treat as well. The buttery crunch of the bread, the smooth cheesy elbow macaroni, come together to compliment the BBQ and tender onions in each delicious bite.

This is not the mac and cheese you make out of a box and “For the love of Mac and Cheese” give it a try!

Want to learn more or track Roni Macaroni? Check out their website for more details – ronimacaronifoodtruck.com

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