We all like to have a room for our leisure or a sports room. A devoted room for our collections and hobbies is what we all fancy for our home. It would be so much fun to stay at our home in our entertainment room. We could blast a home party by day or night within our entertainment area. We could do a lot of decorations for entertainment room. We habitually think that entertainment room is merely couch and TV rack but the truth is it could be more than that. Here are the five decorating tips that we could do in this particular room:

1. Like everybody think about entertainment room, we could have a fine set of TV rack in this room. We should select the TV rack wisely. We should measure our HDTV or plasma TV first before we buy the rack. It is much more perfect if we purchase a TV rack that has drawers and cabinets so we can keep our DVDs inside them. A perfect example for this is the American Drew Entertainment Furniture.

2. We could also have movie posters around the entertainment room. By placing them in nice big frames we could improve the appearance of these movie posters. We can have a theater like feeling when there are decors like these. By having a separate DVD and CD rack, we could exhibit our movie collections in there and completes the appearance of a movie room.

3. If we are much inclined in sports, we can also place sports posters and have bean bags that are specially designed to look like basketball or soccer ball. We can also put sports trophies along with the entertainment and multimedia set. Some even have a table top mini soccer game for more recreational fun.

4. If we often have home gatherings, it is also a great idea to turn our entertainment room into a bar. We could have a bar furniture and high stool for our entertainment room. Then place the bottle of wines and glasses along the bar.

5. An entertainment area as a game room is also a better idea. We could place a pinball machine or even the hottest game consoles along with the multimedia appliances. It is always good to play our game consoles with a huge flat TV screen. We could exhibit and showcase our game collections at the CD rack.

We could always select and generate our own personalized entertainment room. But, one good thing about having entertainment room in any ways we want is that we can have a special room for personal recreation and leisure at our home.

Source by Halie Tep

Leading German thinker and philosopher of the last century Nietchze is the source to my knowledge of this wise observation that “marriage is a long conversation”. While Nietchze generally has a bad reputation for his “superman theories” and his “God is dead” maxim – this seems his BEST philosophic observation about that grand ole human institution – MARRIAGE.

Over the past seven years at our Bi Men Network – so many of our men have repeatedly conceded that they STILL HAVE SOME GREAT CONVERSATIONS with their wives. When push comes to shove many men acknowledge that their wives are in fact their best friends. While women seem to make “best friends” far more easily than most adult men – finding a “best friend” is all too often a major problem for many grown men.

As we all now KNOW – romance fades and sex fades. Youth fades. Outer beauty fades. Energy fades. Growing old is not for sissies as Bette Davis once shrewdly noted!

Do you still converse with your wife? or are you like so many older couples just stuck at the dining table in SILENCE or with the TV or radio on or both reading your sections of the newspaper? How many couples do we see eating out in public in COMPLETE SILENCE. And NOT the comfortable silence of two old friends who are at peace with such quiet.

Well if you are STILL ENJOYING good conversation with your spouse – SHE IS A KEEPER – and most definitely your best friend as well – or one of your top three best friends. It has been said that after 30 we should have only THREE GOOD FRIENDS. Running in packs is for nuns and for youth.

IF you are still enjoying GOOD TALKS – GOOD CONVERSATIONS – with your mate you are indeed very very lucky.

I often surmise that one reason MEN really enjoy GOLF as the grow older is that it is a good cover for FINALLY conversing – really solid TALK – with other men as they ride or walk across so many holes of golf! WHILE walking or riding a golf cart together you can talk without looking into one another’s eyes. ALSO a good reason why bar stools with liquid chat lubricants are a conversational plus. Not having to look directly into another’s eyes! AND those amazing CONVERSATIONS on planes and trains with strangers we never see again. EYES not in direct contact with our chat partner! IF you ever find you need to have a heart to heart talk with your spouse and are not good at direct eye contact consider a long, private “Sunday” drive in the country where you can quietly, intimately communicate with one another.

SO – if you have had a HISTORY of GOOD CONVERSATIONS with your spouse – have at it again. OFTEN – it is just good to take that nice long Sunday drive for the heck of it – even take a picnic along formore fun. BUT even just the spontaneous SUNDAY DRIVE is good. You can both relax and chat with your FOUR EYES on the road ahead and just nicely CONVERSE with your mate! Give it a try – after all – you owe that much to your best friend – right? OK!

Big Hugs & Best Wishes,

Stewart (Mac) McCloud

Founder & President

Bi-MEN NETWORK – http://www.bimen.org

Now over 250,000 guys with us today

Source by Mac McCloud

In a restaurant truly worthy of “fine dining,” the service ought to match the cuisine, and both ought to defy your command of superlative adjectives. “Exquisite,” “perfect,” and “awesome” ought to seem slightly inadequate to the demands of describing both the salacious melange of flavours in each dish and the courtesy and precision with which each dish arrives at your table.

In everyday fine dining experience, good food often compensates for mediocre service, and guaranteed 15% gratuity often drains the motivation out of an otherwise well-trained server. Willing to settle for a little friendliness and some common courtesy, everyday fine diners often do not know the finer points of good service.

You are properly seated at a comfortable table-The hostess or Maitre D’ warmly greets you, inquires to the number in your party, and then inquires about your seating preference. When you arrive at your table, your guide ought to ask you, once again, whether or not you feel satisfied with your seating. If you are right next to the kitchen or the bathrooms, you have every right to request a better spot.

The hostess or Maitre D’ should hold the chairs for the ladies, starting with the oldest.

The table itself should be set with a linen table cloth and proper silver, including salad a dessert forks arranged properly. A skilled hostess or Maitre D’ may expertly place your napkin across your lap. Certainly, he or she will encourage you, “Please, enjoy your meal,”

Your server greets you, suggests a lovely beverage, and offers assistance with your choices -Your server promptly greets you, introducing himself or herself. A good guest, you will remember your server’s name. Your server welcomes you warmly and suggests the bartender’s best mix or a beverage that suits the weather. As you order cocktails, the busboys fill your water glasses, bring iced butter and a butter knife, and your bread. Your server will tell you about the daily specials or the restaurant’s best dishes. Do not ask the server’s preferences, but feel free to inquire about the most popular menu items.

The meal proceeds with respect for proper timing

Your server delivers your food from the left and removes used plates from the right, taking away excess silver and glassware as you progress from course to course. Unless you have not finished your drink, your cocktail glass should be gone before the wine service begins.

Just as you finish one course, the next course arrives. In the brief interval between courses, the busboy clears your table and uses a fine sterling scraper to remove crumbs from your table cloth. In the best establishments, the servers may change tablecloths between courses.

As soon as you have taken two bites of each food item, your server ought to inquire whether it is prepared to your taste. If the dish is not satisfactory, politely return it to the kitchen. If you simply do not like it, take a few more bites and set it aside. As you continue with your meal, your server or busboy will monitor your table’s condition, removing plates and silverware with which you have finished. Proper service demands that the staff must not stack the plates, but thoughtful guests may stack plates to make the staff’s job easier. Always place your used plates to your right, helping the staff do the job correctly.

Your server should be wise and skilled enough to suggest a dessert that actually complements your meal. Remember that sherry and aperitifs count as dessert; wait for your server to suggest dessert beverages, too.

The server discretely presents the check-Unless you have given other instructions, the server will present the check to the oldest male at the table. Patriarchy still rules. The server ought to deliver the check silently, unobtrusively, thanking the person to whom he presents the check with a nod or a gesture.

Source by Rob W. Colbourn

Choosing a destination for vacation is not an easy task. There are so many places to go, so many different things to do. If you are a culinary guru, Barbados may be the ultimate destination for travel. Barbados restaurants are among the best restaurants in the world. In particular, Josef’s Restaurant, combines unparalleled ambiance with exquisite cuisine. Josef’s Restaurant emerged on the Barbados restaurant scene years ago. About six years ago, Patron/Chef Thomas Harris took over the operation and has made Josef’s the best Barbados restaurant.

What distinguishes Josef’s from all other restaurants on the island is the sexy, romantic atmosphere and culinary creativity. Josef’s was originally a plantation home on the water nestled smack in the middle of Christ Church. When converted into a restaurant, the original structure was kept while slight modifications were made to the interior. These changes include two chic, romantic lounges laden with sleek couches, coffee tables, and comfortable chairs. They serve as the introduction to a memorable culinary experience. Patrons enjoy cocktails at a leisurely pace before being escorted by the friendly staff down to the dining area, settled in between the garden of the former home and the tranquil sea. There are about 9 waterfront tables, along with 20 or so others with water views. Two gazebos are also set up for fine-dining, slightly elevated on the outskirts of the garden for intimate meals.

The gastronomy is far more diverse than that of many other Barbados restaurants. Most restaurants in Barbados feature “trendy” cuisine, at many times a bit overdone. It’s funny how this past year it was very popular and chic to add aromatic spices and herbs to homemade sorbets. On my last visit to Barbados, every fine-dining restaurant featured this on their menu. Every Barbados restaurant, that is, except Josef’s. Those who follow culinary trends know that this was hot in the late 80’s only to be brought back in present time due to lack of innovation. Josef’s does not fall to this pressure. It features classic dishes, modernized with both asian flair and french delicacy; combining local seafare and meats with the freshest fruits and vegetables available.

Barbados restaurants also have impeccable wine lists. Because the wine list at Josef’s changes regularly to keep up with new trends and well-balanced vintages, it would be unwise to make any recommendations. Needless to say, prime French selections as well as phenominal finds from both South and North America are available. Josef’s also features a unique reserve list full of cellar selections from all over the world to complement Harris’ culinary creations.

More is to come from this Barbados restaurant gem. Thomas Harris is in the process of turning the upstairs room of the plantation house, currently serving as a function area, into a Japanese restaurant featuring authentic asian cuisine and sushi made with the freshest of local fish. Though some sushi and asian items are listed already on the main menu, Harris would like to explore his asian culinary talents more in depth, and provide patrons with a little bit more variety to their Josef’s experience.

After eating at almost every single Barbados restaurant, the stop at Josef’s makes the trip complete. I could go on and on about Josef’s, but, I will leave you with the following tips for your meal there:

Appetizer- Try either the stuffed crab back with mango salsa and thai red curry sauce or the shredded duck leg with tri colored peppers and mooshu pancakes.

Entree- Fresh catch of the day served with tomato fondue, grilled vegetables, creamed potatoes, and sweet saffron sauce or the herb encrusted rack of lamb with sweet pea puree, spinach mash, grilled vegetables and mint jus.

Dessert- Freshly made lemon mousse with mango sorbet. Try this paired with a glass of ice wine.

Source by Russ Nauta

Crimea is a peninsular located in the south of Ukraine in Eastern Europe. It is surrounded by the Black sea, it has a mountainous spectacular coastline, and a fascinating and colourful history. It was the main tourist resort for the entire Soviet union, and finally it is being discovered by Western tourists.

A Brit, I have lived in Crimea for 5 years now, but to this day I am often taken aback by what I see. It is an intriguing place to be, and I feel very lucky to be able to live here.

In this article I will discuss the nightlife in Crimea.

As the day draws to a close, you are sure to come across festive nightlife practically every day of the week in the principal cities of Crimea. As the stereotype would suggest; the nightlife in Crimea; and across Ukraine as a whole is synonymous with drinking. This stereotype is absolutely true. When the weather allows, the streets are packed full of revellers downing bottles of beer and pouring each wine and vodka into plastic cups. During Crimea’s long summer nights, the streets turn into one enormous bar.

In the West, we tend to gather together to socialize in some kind of official establishment such as a bar or restaurant), young people in Crimea prefer to find a pleasantly located bench, and chat the night away under the starry sky.

There are, however, multitudes of clubs and bars around Crimea. They are open all year round in the capital city Simferopol, and to a lesser degree in the navy city of Sevastopol. In the resort towns such has Feodosia, they are open from May-October.

In Crimea and the Ukraine as a whole, you can find cheap and simple bars, with a few plastic tables and chairs, and incredibly well priced vodka and beer. Generally, in these establishments, older men meet up to discuss the days events..and to have a drink or ten.

Crimea is also the host to modern, snazzy nightclubs. They are very popular partly because they are overpriced (and hence prestigious), and are visited by incredibly well dressed young women, and smartly attired men (both young and old). Nightclubbing in such establishments in Crimea, Ukraine and Russia as a whole is a very civilised affair. As a rule, the punters get a table. They order not just drinks but also side dishes; it is obligatory to have food to accompany the drinks. Ukrainians go for the ubiquitous vodka, as well as cognac, beer and champagne.

Nightlife in Crimea goes on until late; 4 or 5 is the norm. The music consists of popular Russian pop/dance songs as well as Western chart music. Some establishments offer a professional DJ and techno music. Others play independent and rock music.

Of-course, not all nightlife in Crimea revolves around drinking. There is also theatre and the cinema. The theatre plays a bigger role in the nightlife of the ordinary Crimean than to the average Westerner. Russia and Ukraine has a great history of theatre. Countless masterful plays have been written over the years by playwrights from these countries that are popular all around the world.

The capital city of Crimea, Simferopol, has 5 theatres, and they are usually full. Theatre in Crimea is an egalitarian affair; subsided by the government and hence accessible to all. The attraction of the theatre in Crimea is not based on fancy sets or special effects, but on the intrinsic quality of the plays, and the accomplished and powerful acting.

The cinema is gradually gaining in popularity, and the younger generation increasingly prefer it to the theatre. The Russian industry has had some great successes in the last few years, with films such as ‘Night Patrol’. Predictably, though, American films dominate the cinema listings.

If you are fortunate enough to travel to Crimea, you’ll be impressed by how lively the streets in the main towns are at night. This is the Ukrainian way. It is a festive country that isn’t afraid to lose sleep and wake up with a hangover before work.

Source by J Stromberg

Many of the big-name beachfront hotels in Maui, like their Honolulu counterparts, are exactly that — big. Loud pools, crowded elevators, and hordes of tourists. This may sound like paradise to college-aged travelers on spring break, but for those of us looking for a more serene and reclusive Hawaiian experience, there’s a better option. Couples across the globe have discovered a tranquil alternative to the bustling beachfront: Hotel Wailea, Maui’s only luxury boutique hotel.

Travelers have lots to say about Hotel Wailea, which boasts a 4.5/5 score on TripAdvisor and ranks third among hotels in Wailea, Maui. We’ll cover a few of the highlights below and give you some tips on how to have the most enjoyable stay.

Hotel Grounds Overview

Unlike many of the beachfront hotels, Hotel Wailea is not one big building. Instead, it’s a secluded enclave of double-story villas, spread out across 15 acres of rolling hills. The property receives lots of praise for being well manicured and beautifully landscaped. In fact, guests often spend their first moments simply exploring the property, admiring the tranquil gardens, relaxing fountains, and koi ponds with fish. The architecture is inspired by Frank Lloyd Wright with a Zen Japanese twist.

The hills are great for snapping photos of the ocean, but be aware that you may be walking for a bit to get to your room. The walk is nothing unreasonable but will certainly require more effort than the nice flat layout you’ll get in a regular hotel building. TIP: Request a room near the lobby or parking lot if you’d rather not walk a lot.

The upside of the large layout is that you feel like you have the whole place to yourself. Many guests note that they see very few people around, except in the common areas. This place definitely lacks the touristy, chaos element you’ll find at the larger hotels along the beach.

Suites

The property has a total of 72, one-bedroom suites. The suites are located in detached two-story villas with two suites upstairs and two on the ground floor. Rarely are there any noise complaints, so the suites appear to be well insulated. TIP: upstairs suites have the best ocean views and have room numbers that end in 3 or 4. Suites are usually sold according to the type of view they have, and guests highly recommend the panoramic ocean view suite.

The first thing that travelers notice about the rooms is their spaciousness, which is evident even from pictures you’ll find online. Every suite features a kitchen area with cook top, refrigerator, and sink. TIP: be sure to request pots and pans ahead of time if you plan on cooking in your room. Very few pots and pans are left in the room by default. You can also request a microwave.

In terms of furniture, there is a full table that seats two for dining, a family room with a pull-out couch, coffee table, and LCD television. Every suite has a private, spacious lanai (patio) with lounge chairs facing the ocean.

In some of the older reviews, travelers used to complain that the rooms were outdated. In response, hotel management has made great strides in bringing the rooms up to date with brand new carpeting, furniture, luxury linen, and new beds.

Most rooms have a king sized bed, but a few have double beds. The master bathrooms have large soaking tubs and walk-in showers, these are right besides each other with no separation between–great for couples but it might be awkward for friends and family. Still, some bathrooms could use some updating but most guests do not find this to be a problem.

Some suites are near a koi pond, and these receive mixed reviews. Some travelers love being able to feed the fish from their patio every morning. However, sitting pond water may attract mosquitos, especially at dusk. So if you’re mosquito magnet, be sure to avoid pond-side suites.

Amenities

The hotel’s amenities cater more towards couples than families with children, and most guests seem to appreciate the relative lack of children on the property. One of the prime amenities is the on-site, japanese style spa (Spa Wailea), which guests have complimentary access to. Guests absolutely love the reclining baths where you can engage in the japanese art of ofuro or “spa bathing.” There’s also a hot tub and dry sauna.

The pool is small compared to what you’ll find at the bigger hotels, but guests say this makes the setting more intimate and relaxing. There are several full sized beds and beach chairs throughout the pool area, along with a pool bar that sells drinks at certain hours. Most people are pleased with the fitness center, which is located in a beautiful room that’s open to the sea, but hardcore gym goers may be disappointed. The equipment isn’t extensive–there’s a treadmill, elliptical, stationary bike, and a Bowlflex. As of May ’12, there isn’t a complete set of dumbbells.

When you want to head down to Wailea beach, the hotel has a free shuttle (a Cadillac Escalade) that guests say is very prompt. The hotel has a private beachfront section at the Grand Wailea with beach chairs, umbrellas, towels, and bottled water (covered by the resort fee). You can also charge your account while at the Grand Wailea, allowing you to have lunch or order cocktails there and not worry about having to bring any cash to the beach.

All of these amenities come at a cost — a mandatory $25/day resort fee. But don’t let this scare you off; guests insist that it is money well spent.

Location

Be aware that Hotel Wailea is not a beachfront property and is quite secluded in general. According to Google Maps, it’s a 1.4 mile (~26 min) walk to the beach and down a slope, so unless you’re an avid hiker, you’ll really want to use the free shuttle. The shuttle will take you to the beach and anywhere else in Wailea, including the Wailea Blue Golf Course.

Dining

There is one highly-acclaimed restaurant on-site called Capische which serves delicious italian food. The restaurant has earned several awards including the Zagat 5-Star Award for being the best italian restaurant in Hawaii. But the prices are very steep. The dinner menu is found on the hotel website.

There is a free continental breakfast each morning. Guests rave about the locally made banana and lilokoi bread and fresh guava juice. Your other dining options are in Wailea. There’s a General Store in the Shops at Wailea that sells freshly made meals, like Bento salmon.

Service

Travelers consistently rate the service as top-notch. Housekeeping does an excellent job because there aren’t hundreds of suites to clean. Maids try to clean while you’re out of the room so they wont disturb. Staff is very friendly and accommodating. One traveler was on a gluten-free diet and was told that had she notified staff before her arrival, they would have been able to provide a gluten-free breakfast. So when you book be sure to tell them about any allergies and dietary restrictions you might have. In general, staff seems far more cordial than at major chain hotels.

Summary

Hotel Wailea is perfect for couples looking for a tranquil Hawaiian vacation without the chaos of large beachfront hotels. The rooms are spacious but may need some updating. The property itself is spread out and well landscaped, offering breathtaking views of the Pacific from most suites. Rates run between $250-$399 per night during the summer, which is an excellent value considering how the major hotels in the area easily cost double or more. If you purchase at least 90 days in advance directly through hotel, the price dips to around $170 per night, which again, is an unbeatable value for this area.

Source by Jonathon Webster

Selecting the appropriate games, rides, outdoor activities or indoor fun is equally as important as selecting the right party food and music. The more fun your guests have, the more they will talk about their positive experience with others and the more likely they are to participate again in the future. When thinking about your event, a determination of number of attendees, age groups and family status (i.e. Will this be a child friendly event or adults only event. Will there be singles as well as married couples) will help to decide what types of entertainment activities are needed for your event. Knowing the number of people planning to attend is extremely important as you don’t want to be caught off guard by not including enough entertainment to please your crowd. If people have to endure extremely long lines on a hot day, their positive experience can quickly turn negative. A full service planner will have the knowledge in helping you to determine what is enough or not enough entertainment for your event. Crafts and keepsakes as well as inflatable fun carnival rides, fun food machines, midway games, costume characters, clowns and carnival games are appropriate for guests 18 and under. Because the styles and types of inflatables differ greatly from moonwalks, tot towns, mini slides and wind tunnels to giant slides, bungee runs, obstacle courses, slip and slides and climbing mountains, age assessment is important.

Many times adult aged guests enjoy video games, sports games, water fun, casino equipment and racing games as well as inflatables, magicians and famous impersonators. When considering event entertainment it may be a wise decision to conduct a survey and give participants the opportunity to help select the items featured at your special event. That way you are sure to provide a fun filled event for every person in attendance. A determination will need to be made about the tone of the activities as well. For instance, if your event is going to be held in a hotel, restaurant or country club, you may want to offer activities such as story telling, a magic show, balloon twisting, photo booths, green screen technology, caricaturists, handwriting analysis or other constructive activities rather than more energized options requiring running, loud voices or constant movement.

Alternately, if you are able to utilize wide open outdoor space, you may want to include a climbing mountain, giant slide, bumper cars, trackless train or other high energy activities. If your event entails a specific theme, the entertainment equipment you choose can enhance your theme. For instance, a Hawaiian themed event can include cooler racers, human beach balls, dunk tank, water slide, or surf rider. If you are interested in keeping the same color scheme throughout the event you will want to choose items, decorations or props that display your preferred colors. Ways to do this is by providing Mylar balloons, center pieces for tables or an inflatable arch. If your business caters to a certain sector of the population such as the airline industry, a great piece to include would be an airplane wind tunnel or fly guys. Perhaps you are aware that several of your guests are sports fans, this would be a good opportunity to include sports equipment, baseball toss, quarterback attack, soccer kick, grand slam batting, golf distance caddy or other sports related activities. Whatever the case may be, there are several hundred options for making your event unique to your guests needs and preferences. There is no need to have a “canned” experience at your event. No two picnics or parties should be alike because not all goals and objectives are the same.

If you are hosting an outdoor event, and your event venue does not provide tents, tables or chairs, or other forms of shelter, you will want to make sure that your rental company or event staff provides them. If a full picnic meal is being served, it is important to have enough tables and chairs, and table coverings for all of your participants. The only exception to this rule is if the food will be served over a long period of time in a casual buffet style. In that case, you can limit the amount of tables and chairs as your guests may be off enjoying other event activities. Tents are important for an outdoor event in case of in climate weather. There is nothing worse than having your guests caught in a rainstorm with not shelter to run too! A tent is also vital if you are to have a live band, specialty performer or Disc Jockey at the event. Even a small 10×10 tent will help to protect the disc jockeys equipment or the live bands instruments from sun exposure. If your event is indoors, you will want to know how many tables and chairs are available and plan accordingly. You may event want to consider providing additional event rental items such as a stage, portable toilets, event decorations/props, sound system, megaphone, raffle drum, freezer, carnival fronts, etc. Directing the flow of traffic at an event is also directly affected by the placement of tents, tables, chairs and rental items so be aware to the layout of the site you are utilizing as well as the items you are placing there. A quality rental company or event planning service will supply enough knowledgeable staff to make sure that all areas of set up, execution and take down are tended too.

Once all four of these areas of fun are prepared you are ready to host an exciting and fun filled event for your guests!

Source by Jon Cellauth

A commercial kitchen is the place in a restaurant where food is prepared constantly and on a daily basis. There are usually a number of people who work in this kitchen plus there is a lot of catering equipment that is used all the time. With all this activity happening in the commercial kitchen, how do you keep it clean?

First of all, teach your staff to maintain high standards of hygiene. Instruct them to wash their hands each time before they are going to work with food. If there are constantly working with food, then instruct them to wash their hands every hour. When working with raw meats, they should scrub their hands after handling the meat. They should be aware that dirty dishes should be placed in the sink and not be left anywhere on a countertop. It is essential that your staff is aware of the rules of hygiene in order for cleanliness to reign.

Make use of disposable wear such as latex or plastic gloves, sleeves and shoe covers. Disposable hair nets, chef hats and aprons are also a good option. The idea of disposable wear is that it is used for one day only and can be disposed of at the end of the day. This ensures that many germs are thrown out and not left behind in the kitchen. The next day a clean set of disposable wear is available for the staff.

At the end of each day, do a comprehensive clean up. Start with sweeping the floors. There will probably be food crumbs or shavings on the floor because of food preparation. Then, mop the floors. Use clean water with detergent to ensure that the floor is cleaned thoroughly. Wipe all the countertop and table surfaces. Then clean the surfaces with a damp cloth that was soaked in detergent or bleach to disinfect the surfaces. Alternatively, spray the surfaces with a disinfectant and wipe the surface with a clean cloth. Wash and wipe all the catering equipment that had been used throughout the day. Put all the dishes and cutlery in the dishwasher. This will save time in terms of washing dishes by hand and the dishwasher will do a very good job of washing all the dishes you may have at the end of day. It is a good idea to use the dishwasher earlier in the day too, when you notice that the dishes are piling up. Washing the dishes twice a day is a good plan.

At the end of the day no surfaces, catering equipment, or dishes must be left dirty.

Source by Stana Peete

It is the common assumption of many people that men are clueless when it comes to matters of interior decorating, and that most members of the male species need some assistance or advice from the women in their lives with regards to making such decisions.

Of course, this assumption does not necessarily hold true because we already know, especially nowadays, that there are a lot of men who can really hold their own when designing their own homes. However, if you are one of those men who are indeed quite at a loss when it is time to purchase furniture for your newly acquired bachelor pad, worry no more because there is one piece of furniture that can save you from your dilemma, and that is the papasan chair.

At first look, you may be wondering what’s so great about the papasan chair. Furthermore, you may be thinking what makes it so perfect for a bachelor pad. If you had been a child in the seventies or even the early eighties, it’s very likely that you have fond memories of the papasan chair that your parents had in their home at the time.

Most American homes had at least one of these chairs because it was at the height of fashion back then, and for many good reasons. Besides being completely different in design from all other chairs available in the stores, the papasan chair is also extremely comfortable to sit in. It was used primarily for watching television, which we all know is one of the most beloved pastimes of men even to this day.

With the ample space that the round seat provides, there is no better chair to recline in while watching a football game or an action-packed movie than the papasan chair. You can comfortably lean back in the chair while eating your bowl of popcorn until the game or the movie is finished without feeling any cricks in your back or any other kind of discomfort because the papasan chair is adequately padded. You can even shift your weight around quite easily without having to get up – that’s how comfortable and relaxing the chair is.

Some men worry that the papasan chair won’t be able to take the weight of their bodies, especially if they are quite on the heavy side. Although there is a limit to how much weight the papasan chair can take, this limit is much higher than most people assume.

The rattan material that the chairs are typically made of is deceptively fragile-looking but is actually quite sturdy and very durable. A good quality papasan chair can easily seat a 300-pounder without any problems. However, it can be a challenge for some heavyweights to get out of the chair especially after sitting in it for prolonged periods, since the seat is recessed and it does require some amount of effort to lift your body out of the chair.

The original papasan chair is indeed the perfect chair for any bachelor pad. It is ideal for watching television, reading a book, or even taking a nap. But if you are expecting to have some female company from time to time for a romantic evening perhaps, you can opt for the mamasan chair instead, which looks basically like a stretched-out papasan chair.

Instead of being completely round, the mamasan chair is oval and can accommodate two people, just like a loveseat. It also comes with a thick cushion, making it the perfect place to snuggle and enjoy some romance with your girlfriend.

What’s really great about these unique chairs is that they are very reasonably priced. For just a hundred bucks or so, you can turn your nondescript apartment into a chic bachelor’s pad that will surely be the envy of all your friends.

Source by L MacDonald

You want to make your child’s room as inviting and comfortable as possible for him. Consider his room to be his domain – the only real thing that he can control and consider his personal space where he can express himself. Well, when purchasing a piece of furniture for the bedroom, you want to make sure it suits his style, room color and his needs. A bean bag chair is a most beloved piece of furniture, and when chosen well, your son could keep this for a very long time. So here are a few suggestions for bean bag selection that I had to consider when making my purchase that you may find useful.

1. You want to select a fabric type that is very easy to clean, yet is comfortable. Would you prefer to have a vinyl bag that cleans easily by wiping with a wet cloth or would you prefer to be able to remove the entire cover and throw it in the washing machine? Many of the fabric covers are removable – make sure of this, and make sure that they have a liner that holds the filling so that the cover can be removed. Selections for fabric types include micro fiber, denim, cotton (plain and prints) and fun fur. The chairs that have logos or team logos are usually vinyl. Note that some people don’t like the feel of vinyl, sometimes feeling that it is too sticky or cold. Despite your selection, please make sure that your bag is equipped with child safety lock zippers.
2. You will want to select a size appropriate for your son – keep in mind that your son may have this for a long time and will grow into it. They come in a great range of sizes.
3. Decide the type based on the activities that your son likes to do. My son is a gamer and loves his video games. He spends a lot of time during the weekends playing video games online with his friends. He should be comfortable, since this is an activity that is sustained over a long period, and therefore should provide full body support for whatever position you are in. With the stuffing of bean bags, this allows ultimate comfort especially for the lower back.
4. Does your son read? Watch TV? These chairs will be a place where they would gravitate to do such activities also.
5. It is a friend magnet – friends will visit and stay longer when there is comfy furniture to chill in. I love having my son’s friends over because I enjoy knowing who his friends are and I know what they are doing and where they are doing it when they are at my house.

This may sound like a big list to consider when deciding on a bean bag chair or relax sack to purchase for your son. But the better ones aren’t necessarily the cheapest ones, so invest some time and thought into your purchase and you will have a piece of furniture that your son may carry with him not only to college but beyond.

Source by Yvette Bertolet