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  • PAMA is made with all-natural pomegranate juice, premium vodka and a touch of imported tequila. Bottled at 34 proof, PAMA is highly mixable in a range of cocktails such as PAMA and Champagne, PAMA Cosmo and thePAMA Mojito. PAMA’s versatility gives you endless PAMAbilites.™ No fruit compares to the pomegranate. The deep crimson color; the dense pulpy flesh; the rich red juice; even the time of year when it ripens – all of these singular characteristics, along with the tales of mystery and romance woven around it, make the pomegranate rare and unequalled. The pomegranate has come a long way since the beginning of time, revered throughout history as a symbol of health, fertility, and rebirth. It is believed that the pomegranate may have been the “apple” in the Garden of Eden. Ancient Greeks believed it was a symbol of love and war. Another Greek myth tells how Hades, god of the underworld seduced Persephone with a pomegranate. The fall harvest offers a freshness and juiciness within the tempting fruit that cannot be experienced any other time of year. The pomegranates chosen for PAMA are selected at their peak for ripeness and flavor.0February 13, 2012

    PAMA ( @PPomL ) Liqueur Provides Amazing Taste!

    PAMA is made with all-natural pomegranate juice, premium vodka and a touch of imported tequila. Bottled at 34 proof, PAMA is highly mixable in a range of cocktails such as PAMA and Champagne, PAMA Cosmo and thePAMA Mojito. PAMA’s

    versatility gives you endless PAMAbilites.™

    No fruit compares to the pomegranate. The deep crimson color; the dense pulpy flesh; the rich red juice; even the time of year when it ripens – all of these singular characteristics, along with the tales of mystery and romance woven around it, make the pomegranate rare and unequalled.

    The pomegranate has come a long way since the beginning of time, revered throughout history as a symbol of health, fertility, and rebirth. It is believed that the pomegranate may have been the “apple” in the Garden of Eden. Ancient Greeks believed it was a symbol of love and war. Another Greek myth tells how Hades, god of the underworld seduced Persephone with a pomegranate.

    The fall harvest offers a freshness and juiciness within the tempting fruit that cannot be experienced any other time of year. The pomegranates chosen for PAMA are selected at their peak for ripeness and flavor.

  • Getting ready for the Superbowl and Celebrating the BIG day can be a lot of fun, but it can also be a LOT of work. This year I was lucky to be working with Bob Evans to try out some great recipes that allows my family and I to have a blast on Superbowl Sunday. Bob Evans has done a great job at coming up with some VERY easy to follow recipes using their Sausage that allows for you to make some great tasting recipes that everyone will enjoy!0February 6, 2012

    Celebrate the Big Game with Bob Evans ( @BobEvansFarms )

    Getting ready for the Superbowl and Celebrating the BIG day can be a lot of fun, but it can also be a LOT of work. This year I was lucky to be working with Bob Evans to try out some great recipes that allows my family and I to have a blast on Superbowl Sunday. Bob Evans has done a great job at coming up with some VERY easy to follow recipes using their Sausage that allows for you to make some great tasting recipes that everyone will enjoy!

  • I was asked recently to try and use Truvia to make some great new Cocktails for the new year. Seeing that I had not used Truvia much in the past I was interested to see what their recipes would taste like when using Truvia. For me I tried out making the Hurricane as well as the Simple Syrup and I have to say that I was surprised to find how great the drink tasted as well as how easy it was to make. On top of the Hurricane I was happy to see how easy it was to make the simple syrup. Going to the store and buying this you will pay at least $4.00 for a smaller bottle. You can save a ton of money by making your own (like you see below) and I have to say that I did not notice much difference in the overall flavor! All-in-all these recipes were great and I will say that I was impressed to find how well Truvia works with the preparation of these drinks. If you are looking for a low calorie, great tasting alternative, look no further than Truvia! Take a look at the below twelve recipes and let me know what sounds good to you!0February 4, 2012

    2012 New Year, New Cocktails program by @Truvia Will Amaze You!

    I was asked recently to try and use Truvia to make some great new Cocktails for the new year. Seeing that I had not used Truvia much in the past I was interested to see what their recipes would taste like when using Truvia.

    For me I tried out making the Hurricane as well as the Simple Syrup and I have to say that I was surprised to find how great the drink tasted as well as how easy it was to make. On top of the Hurricane I was happy to see how easy it was to make the simple syrup. Going to the store and buying this you will pay at least $4.00 for a smaller bottle. You can save a ton of money by making your own (like you see below) and I have to say that I did not notice much difference in the overall flavor!

    All-in-all these recipes were great and I will say that I was impressed to find how well Truvia works with the preparation of these drinks. If you are looking for a low calorie, great tasting alternative, look no further than Truvia!

    Take a look at the below twelve recipes and let me know what sounds good to you!

  • Whether served at your Superbowl Party, or part of your lunch or afternoon snack, Hawaiian® Kettle Style Potato Chips are this season's hit snack food. Available in four flavors, Original, Luau BBQ, Sweet Maui Onion and Wasabi, these thick, crunchy chips pack in tons of fresh, authentic island taste. Plus, they come in 2 oz bags, which make them perfect for lunchboxes, too! This holiday season when you are snowed in or too cold to think about shorts and t-shirts, grab a bag of Hawaiian® Kettle Style Potato Chips, so you may have your own little taste of the islands. The line, which comes in four exotic flavor choices including Original, Luau BBQ, Sweet Maui Onion and Wasabi, are a quick and tasty pick-me-up for a cold winter day. The chips are also perfect for holiday entertaining, as their thick, crunchy texture is great for dipping and the unique flavors pair well with different toppings and spreads. With so much flavor, they are sure to liven up any chip and dip tray and be the hit of the party! Hawaiian® Kettle Style Potato Chips has the Hawaiian tagline, “Lolo ‘Ono,” which translates to “Crazy Delicious,” Hawaiian® Kettle Style Potato Chips use the traditional Polynesian recipe that originated the Hawaiian® Kettle Style Potato Chip. Consumers who have yet to experience Hawaiian® Kettle Style Potato Chips and Snack Rings can look forward not only to superior taste and quality, but also to the artistic, colorful, tropical artwork that appears on every bag.121February 4, 2012

    Hawaiian Chips Are Perfect for Entertaining! #Giveaway

    Whether served at your Superbowl Party, or part of your lunch or afternoon snack, Hawaiian® Kettle Style Potato Chips are this season’s hit snack food. Available in four flavors, Original, Luau BBQ, Sweet Maui Onion and Wasabi, these thick, crunchy chips pack in tons of fresh, authentic island taste. Plus, they come in 2 oz bags, which make them perfect for lunchboxes, too!

    This holiday season when you are snowed in or too cold to think about shorts and t-shirts, grab a bag of Hawaiian® Kettle Style Potato Chips, so you may have your own little taste of the islands. The line, which comes in four exotic flavor choices including Original, Luau BBQ, Sweet Maui Onion and Wasabi, are a quick and tasty pick-me-up for a cold winter day.

    The chips are also perfect for holiday entertaining, as their thick, crunchy texture is great for dipping and the unique flavors pair well with different toppings and spreads. With so much flavor, they are sure to liven up any chip and dip tray and be the hit of the party!

    Hawaiian® Kettle Style Potato Chips has the Hawaiian tagline, “Lolo ‘Ono,” which translates to “Crazy Delicious,” Hawaiian® Kettle Style Potato Chips use the traditional Polynesian recipe that originated the Hawaiian® Kettle Style Potato Chip. Consumers who have yet to experience Hawaiian® Kettle Style Potato Chips and Snack Rings can look forward not only to superior taste and quality, but also to the artistic, colorful, tropical artwork that appears on every bag.

  • About the Car This summer, the 2012 Buick LaCrosse goes on sale, with the fuel-saving eAssist™ system standard. Using a variety of technologies and exterior enhancements, it delivers an estimated 36 mpg on the highway and 25 mpg in the city – a 20-percent improvement in highway mileage and a 32-percent boost in city mileage over previous models. LaCrosse’s fuel economy rivals – or exceeds – that of small cars like the MINI Cooper (28 city/36 hwy with automatic transmission) and Toyota Corolla (26 city/34 hwy with 1.8L and automatic transmission), but does so in a full-size luxury package that comfortably seats five adults. MSRP is $29,960 before an $860 destination charge. “Given the uncertainty of today’s fuel prices, the LaCrosse with eAssist is a smart and timely choice for customers who seek excellent fuel economy and want the roominess and features of a full-size luxury sedan,” said Tony DiSalle, U.S. vice president, Buick marketing. “The winning combination of advanced technology, no-compromise driving performance and luxurious style and passenger comfort stand to make LaCrosse with eAssist a must-have sedan.” The LaCrosse with eAssist not only rivals the fuel economy of small cars, it trumps the efficiency of non-hybrid segment competitors and is on par with the more expensive hybrid models. The chart below compares LaCrosse with its main competitors’ 2011 EPA-rated fuel economy numbers. Buick LaCrosse witheAssist Acura TL Lexus ES350 LincolnMKS Lexus HS Hybrid LincolnMKZ Hybrid ToyotaCamry Hybrid MPG 25 city / 36 hwy 18 city / 26 hwy 19 city / 27 hwy 17 city / 24 hwy 35 city / 34 hwy 41 city / 36 hwy 31 city / 35 hwy eAssist details The eAssist system is mated to a 2.4L Ecotec direct-injection four-cylinder engine and next-generation six-speed automatic transmission. It uses power stored in an advanced, air-cooled lithium-ion battery to provide needed electrical boost in various driving scenarios, optimizing engine and transmission operation. An advanced 115V lithium-ion battery and latest-generation 15-kW motor-generator unit help increase fuel economy through: Regenerative braking, which provides up to 15 kW of electricity to charge the battery Providing up to 15 hp (11 kW) of electric power assistance during heavier acceleration Automatic and smooth engine start-stop functionality when the vehicle is stopped The use of electricity instead of gasoline when stopped Aggressive fuel cut-off during deceleration down to zero mph for added fuel savings Intelligent charge/discharge of the high-voltage battery. The eAssist system captures up to 15kW of energy that would be normally lost during braking and uses it to recharge the lithium-ion battery. The system also shuts down fuel delivery in certain deceleration conditions, further improving fuel economy. While in fuel shut-off mode, the motor-generator unit continues spinning along with the engine to provide immediate and smooth take-off power when the driver presses on the accelerator. As the vehicle comes to a stop, the engine’s start-stop function is active when the motor-generator unit brings the engine to a smooth stop to position it properly for a smooth restart when the brake is released. A hill-assist system captures brake pressure to help keep the vehicle stationary when eAssist’s start-stop function is activated on a moderate or steep grade, allowing the driver to accelerate more smoothly from a stop. Buick LaCrosse with eAssist technology also features improved underbody aerodynamics and tires optimized for performance and fuel economy, as well as active control of front-end airflow that improves aerodynamics and engine warm-up. Electronically controlled shutters in the lower grille close at higher speeds to push more air over the vehicle, which increases aerodynamic efficiency to enhance fuel economy. All of these technologies increase the eAssist system’s regenerative braking capability, while also improving the vehicle’s efficiency while driving. An ECO gauge on the instrument panel continuously responds to driving behavior, allowing the driver to drive with maximum efficiency. 0February 4, 2012

    @GM Offers a A Great Luxurious Ride in the #2012 @Buick Lacrosse

    About the Car

    This summer, the 2012 Buick LaCrosse goes on sale, with the fuel-saving eAssist™ system standard. Using a variety of technologies and exterior enhancements, it delivers an estimated 36 mpg on the highway and 25 mpg in the city – a 20-percent improvement in highway mileage and a 32-percent boost in city mileage over previous models.

    LaCrosse’s fuel economy rivals – or exceeds – that of small cars like the MINI Cooper (28 city/36 hwy with automatic transmission) and Toyota Corolla (26 city/34 hwy with 1.8L and automatic transmission), but does so in a full-size luxury package that comfortably seats five adults. MSRP is $29,960 before an $860 destination charge.

    “Given the uncertainty of today’s fuel prices, the LaCrosse with eAssist is a smart and timely choice for customers who seek excellent fuel economy and want the roominess and features of a full-size luxury sedan,” said Tony DiSalle, U.S. vice president, Buick marketing. “The winning combination of advanced technology, no-compromise driving performance and luxurious style and passenger comfort stand to make LaCrosse with eAssist a must-have sedan.”

    The LaCrosse with eAssist not only rivals the fuel economy of small cars, it trumps the efficiency of non-hybrid segment competitors and is on par with the more expensive hybrid models. The chart below compares LaCrosse with its main competitors’ 2011 EPA-rated fuel economy numbers.

    Buick LaCrosse witheAssist

    Acura TL

    Lexus ES350

    LincolnMKS

    Lexus HS Hybrid

    LincolnMKZ Hybrid

    ToyotaCamry Hybrid

    MPG

    25 city / 36 hwy

    18 city / 26 hwy

    19 city / 27 hwy

    17 city / 24 hwy

    35 city / 34 hwy

    41 city / 36 hwy

    31 city / 35 hwy

    eAssist details

    The eAssist system is mated to a 2.4L Ecotec direct-injection four-cylinder engine and next-generation six-speed automatic transmission. It uses power stored in an advanced, air-cooled lithium-ion battery to provide needed electrical boost in various driving scenarios, optimizing engine and transmission operation. An advanced 115V lithium-ion battery and latest-generation 15-kW motor-generator unit help increase fuel economy through:

    Regenerative braking, which provides up to 15 kW of electricity to charge the battery
    Providing up to 15 hp (11 kW) of electric power assistance during heavier acceleration
    Automatic and smooth engine start-stop functionality when the vehicle is stopped
    The use of electricity instead of gasoline when stopped
    Aggressive fuel cut-off during deceleration down to zero mph for added fuel savings
    Intelligent charge/discharge of the high-voltage battery.
    The eAssist system captures up to 15kW of energy that would be normally lost during braking and uses it to recharge the lithium-ion battery. The system also shuts down fuel delivery in certain deceleration conditions, further improving fuel economy. While in fuel shut-off mode, the motor-generator unit continues spinning along with the engine to provide immediate and smooth take-off power when the driver presses on the accelerator. As the vehicle comes to a stop, the engine’s start-stop function is active when the motor-generator unit brings the engine to a smooth stop to position it properly for a smooth restart when the brake is released.

    A hill-assist system captures brake pressure to help keep the vehicle stationary when eAssist’s start-stop function is activated on a moderate or steep grade, allowing the driver to accelerate more smoothly from a stop.

    Buick LaCrosse with eAssist technology also features improved underbody aerodynamics and tires optimized for performance and fuel economy, as well as active control of front-end airflow that improves aerodynamics and engine warm-up. Electronically controlled shutters in the lower grille close at higher speeds to push more air over the vehicle, which increases aerodynamic efficiency to enhance fuel economy. All of these technologies increase the eAssist system’s regenerative braking capability, while also improving the vehicle’s efficiency while driving.

    An ECO gauge on the instrument panel continuously responds to driving behavior, allowing the driver to drive with maximum efficiency.

  • Featured in the App: Discover Your Winter Cocktail! Little Known Cocktail Facts! Four Classic Cocktails With a Winter Twist! Check out a few cool Seasonal Themed Cocktails Recipes Below!60February 4, 2012

    Your Winter Cocktail Blog App. #Giveaway

    Featured in the App:

    Discover Your Winter Cocktail!
    Little Known Cocktail Facts!
    Four Classic Cocktails With a Winter Twist!

    Check out a few cool Seasonal Themed Cocktails Recipes Below!

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