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Food, home, party all are directly, indirectly linked to each other. Without food, no party could be imagined. And if the party is for small number of guests, then home is considered to be the apt place for organizing the function. Be it birthday party, anniversary party, engagement celebration, wedding or reception party; party could be for any reason.

Last year, we were having an outdoor birthday party for our oldest son at the local city pool. His parties are always a hit, not because we go overboard, but since his birthday always falls on Labor Day weekend, it's inevitably the first party of the school year. And since he's in a smaller private school where all the kids know each other, we make sure to invite all of the children in his class...26 kids and everybody showed up, with siblings and both parents in tow. Seventy-five people were coming...yikes! We needed food...lots and lots of food. Fruit and veggie platters were a must...plus plenty of candy (our son loves M&Ms) to keep the kids on an energetic sugar high. There was only one problem...how would we keep everything fresh in the scorching Florida heat?

A kitchen island can offer some great added workspace to kitchen, and it can also provide added storage. In its minimalist form, a kitchen island can be just a simple table. At the other end of the spectrum, kitchen island ideas can feature a cook surface, dining area, storage space, wine cooler, bookcase, dishwasher, and just about anything else - including the kitchen sink. kitchen design is complete without an island at its center. The island has become the icon of the modern kitchen-the equivalent of the old-fashioned hearth. It's easy to understand. Kitchen islands are a common addition to modern kitchen design. They serve a number of different functions, from providing much-needed workspace in open floor plans to allowing people to sit and eat in the kitchen without getting in the chef's way. Because they are often in the center of the kitchen, kitchen islands are focal points that require planning and careful consideration when it comes to purpose and aesthetics. A kitchen island makeover can add to the value of home and make time cooking more efficient and enjoyable. The kitchen island is a key design element in today's open kitchen floor plan, which is why want to carefully choose all the components need to create a functional, yet gorgeous kitchen. Want to make sure that kitchen will be a clear expression of taste and design preferences and blend well with adjoining rooms and home's overall architectural style. First, islands work. Because they can be accessed from all sides like the old kitchen table, they're ideal for a variety of kitchen tasks. Second, these freestanding pieces instantly become the focal point of a kitchen because they can have the look and feel of furniture rather than components in a domestic laboratory. Third, islands help kitchens adjust to some of the big changes in life in the past few decades. In kitchen, all the appliances and cabinets were tacked to the walls of a closed-in room. Today's kitchens are not only op

A kitchen island can offer some great added workspace to kitchen, and it can also provide added storage. In its minimalist form, a kitchen island can be just a simple table. At the other end of the spectrum, kitchen island ideas can feature a cook surface, dining area, storage space, wine cooler, bookcase, dishwasher, and just about anything else - including the kitchen sink. kitchen design is complete without an island at its center. The island has become the icon of the modern kitchen-the equivalent of the old-fashioned hearth. It's easy to understand. Kitchen islands are a common addition to modern kitchen design. They serve a number of different functions, from providing much-needed workspace in open floor plans to allowing people to sit and eat in the kitchen without getting in the chef's way. Because they are often in the center of the kitchen, kitchen islands are focal points that require planning and careful consideration when it comes to purpose and aesthetics. A kitchen island makeover can add to the value of home and make time cooking more efficient and enjoyable. The kitchen island is a key design element in today's open kitchen floor plan, which is why want to carefully choose all the components need to create a functional, yet gorgeous kitchen. Want to make sure that kitchen will be a clear expression of taste and design preferences and blend well with adjoining rooms and home's overall architectural style. First, islands work. Because they can be accessed from all sides like the old kitchen table, they're ideal for a variety of kitchen tasks. Second, these freestanding pieces instantly become the focal point of a kitchen because they can have the look and feel of furniture rather than components in a domestic laboratory. Third, islands help kitchens adjust to some of the big changes in life in the past few decades. In kitchen, all the appliances and cabinets were tacked to the walls of a closed-in room. Today's kitchens are not only op

Every year, the summer is filled with picnics, barbecues and other casual gatherings for The Daily Kool family. Most of these get-togethers are pot-luck events where everyone brings a dish for the guests to share. Needless to say, tables are always filled with a ton deviled eggs, fruit platters, sandwiches and cupcakes galore. So much for shedding those last few (okay, or forty) pounds...sigh. Since most of us tend to bring homemade items as opposed to pre-made trays, we are always looking for convenient travel caddies to hold our food.

Modular kitchen is a popular trend of recent times. The "kitchen area" was between the entrance and the fireplace. The kitchens were divided based on the types of food prepared in them. In place of a chimney, these early buildings had a hole in the roof through which some of the smoke could escape. They were fired with "wood or charcoal through a hole in the front and had a hole in the top, into which a pot could be hanged by its rim. This type of stove remained in use for centuries to come, with only minor modifications. Most of the new home buyers going for a modular kitchen. Modular kitchens are mostly preferred by a large portion of the working population, mainly because they are well organized and easy to use. The most common and popular types of modular kitchen are: L-shaped kitchen U-shaped kitchen Parallel kitchen Island kitchen Straight kitchen kitchen is indoor or outdoor, kitchen designs always need to be planned critically and carefully. Just think; it is where would be preparing the meals for family. Therefore, it's only right to make it one of the most important rooms in home. With that in mind, need to integrate all-important considerations into the design of outdoor kitchen to come up with the kitchen always dreamed of having. Barbecues, parties, and other family activities are best done outdoors; thus, if have an outdoor kitchen, would be geared up for all these. Considering the size and shape of kitchen naturally follows. Certain adjustments may be advisable if want to make sure that enough room for essential appliances and furniture. To avoid possible problems, taking measurements and incorporating that in the design can be a wise idea. That way, also have proper guidance when it comes to deciding which appliances will be best for kitchen place. Modern kitchens often have enough informal space to allow for people to eat in it without having to use the formal dining room. Such areas are called "breakfast areas", "br

Delicious Mexican Churros Recipe - A Sweet Mexican fitters easy to make at home. churro is a fried-dough pastry based snack

A Healthy and Quick easy to make Appetizer for any get together Delicious Italian Caprese Appetizer Recipe From You n Mine Recipes....

We at The Daily Kool are huge soda drinkers. Oh yeah, we love them all...from Coca Cola to Orange Crush to Canada Dry Ginger Ale, each one of us has our own soft drink obsession. Are we the picture of good, healthy habits, or what? We're actually pretty good about drinking mostly water, especially since we've found Fiji, but sometimes, we just have have a can of soda with a nice meal. There's just something about the fizzy tickling sensation going down the back of the throat, coupled with just the right amount of sweetness...ah, instant satisfaction.