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11 LIFESTYLE CONTACT US AT: 8351-9186, [email protected] Fri/Sat/Sun June 12~14, 2020 Hack to reheat your pizza WHETHER you prefer your pizza thin and crispy or thick and doughy, we can all agree to pass on a soggy, microwaved slice. The good news? It’s possible to reheat your pizza without compromising texture — at least according to a blog post on the Domino’s Australia website. “Add a half full cup of water to the microwave with your pizza and heat for around 30 seconds,” the post reads. “Crispiness not guaranteed, but worth a shot.” Palak Patel, a chef at the Institute of Culinary Educa- tion, said that the hack works by diverting the moisture away from the pizza. But there are a few things to consider. “It’s important to remem- ber that all microwaves are different,” Patel explained. “If you have an older microwave without as much power, you’re probably going to need more than 30 seconds. It’s trial and error.” Patel also recommends adjusting the power levels within your microwave to around 40 percent. Most microwaves display 100 per- cent as the default cooking power. “That ensures things get heated more slowly and evenly,” Patel noted. Patel admits she had no desire to try the Domino’s Australia trick, which has been circulating on the Inter- net for some time. She prefers her own technique, which involves placing a slice or two in a hot pan. “After you get the bottom nice and crispy, add a few drops of water to the pan and cover it with a lid for about a minute,” she said. “The thing about pizza is that there are so many different variables. The crust is supposed to be hard, the sauce is supposed to keep the middle nice and textured, and then the cheese and top- pings need to be crispy. The stove top achieves that.” If you’re reheating an entire pie, the oven is the way to go. Just place the pizza on a baking sheet wrapped in foil, set the temperature to 135 degrees Celsius and heat for 25 min- utes. (SD-Agencies) Tie-dye nails are a cute summer trend SUMMER is the perfect time to start experimenting with fun nail art, and one trend that’s emerging this season is tie-dye. Here’s how to easily create DIY tie-dye nails at home, according to nail artists. “What I love about tie- dye nails is that you don’t really need any fancy tools to achieve a cool effect,” nail artist Chelsea King says. “I always recommend a cleanup nail brush because it’s great for fixing any mis- takes around the cuticle,” she adds. “But it’s also handy for achieving this watercolor tie- dye effect.” As for colors, start with a nice white nail polish or neutral shade for a base. For the actual tie-dye effect, King says she prefers using contrasting pastel colors to make the design pop, while nail artist Alicia Torello says she likes using shades of the same color family — you can’t go wrong either way. Here are some simple steps to do it. What you need: a base coat, one neutral base color, two or more colored nail polish, a cleanup nail brush or small makeup sponge, or a toothpick. How to do tie-dye nails with a sponge or brush: Start with a base coat and let dry. Apply two coats of a neutral color for the base, let dry. Using the brush straight from one colored bottle, apply a few dots on the nail. Immediately take a nail brush or small makeup sponge dipped in nail polish remover and tap it onto the dots to blur out the colors. Repeat the process with a second color. Let dry. Apply a top coat. How to do tie-dye nails with a toothpick: Start with a base coat. Apply two coats of a base color. Let dry. Paint thick stripes on the nail with three colors or more. Before it dries, get a tooth- pick and drag a line through the colors, which will pull each color into the next and create a tie-dye effect. Let dry, then add a top coat. (SD-Agencies) keep your pet safe in summer I T’S especially important to keep an eye on your pets during warm weather months. High tempera- tures can cause your furry friend to experience life-threat- ening heatstroke, and even the warm-weather activities you do can cause distress to your pet. Here are the things you need to watch out for. Sunscreen alert “Do not apply any sunscreen or insect repellent product to your pet that is not labeled specifically for use on ani- mals,” said Lori Bierbrier, medical director of community medicine at ASPCA (American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals). It’s true that most mammals are susceptible to sunburn and bug bites. But that doesn’t mean you should be covering your dog with the same stuff you use on yourself. Many sun- screens and insect repellents contain ingredients that are harmful if eaten. Remember, your pet does not understand what these products are or why they’re used. If you choose to cover their skin with it, there’s a good chance they’ll want to investigate using their sense of smell or taste. Ingestion of sunscreen products can result in drool- ing, vomiting, diarrhea, exces- sive thirst and lethargy, while misuse of insect repellent that contains DEET can lead to neu- rological problems. Instead, look for a sunscreen or bug spray that is designed specifically for animal use. However, be wary that some sprays that work for dogs may be toxic to cats. Stay hydrated Like humans, pets are sus- ceptible to dehydration if they don’t drink enough water. If you’re going to be partici- pating in outdoor activities, like camping, it’s imperative that you always have water available for your pet to drink. You may also want to bring a small bowl for your pet to drink out of, too. Over the course of the day, dogs need to drink 30-60 ml of water for every kilo of bodyweight they have. Don’t wait for your pet to appear thirsty or beg. Watch against heatstroke Heatstroke is a life-threaten- ing, medical emergency marked by an inability to cool down the body’s temperature. Since dogs don’t have sweat glands dis- persed throughout their body like humans, they regulate their temperature by panting. On the other hand, cats keep cool by using their own saliva and licking their body. Both dogs and cats, along with rabbits, guinea pigs and other rodents, are susceptible to developing heatstroke. If left untreated, this condition can cause severe, potentially irreversible damage to your pet’s organs. Some signs of heatstroke in dogs include seizures, stupor and delirium-like behavior. Cats may show signs of heat- related distress through exces- sive grooming, weakness or redness in their tongue. If you notice any of these in your pet, immediately contact your vet. Walk in the evening Try not to walk your dog during the hottest time of day whenever possible. Instead, walk your dog during the eve- ning. If the ground is too hot for your own bare feet, then it’s definitely too hot for your pets’ paws. During the day, extremely high temperatures can cause the sidewalk temperature to reach triple digits. Some loca- tions have reported sidewalk temperatures that were hot enough to cause second-degree burns. In addition, exercising your pet during a heatwave puts them at risk for developing dehydra- tion and heatstroke. Try to walk your pets during the evening to minimize these dangers. Avoid bringing your pet outside for extended periods of time when the temperature is high. Beware of drowning risks Be wary of leaving your pets unsupervised near swimming pools, especially in your own backyard. Not all pets know how to swim just because they’re an animal, and a single tumble into the deep end can quickly turn into a tragedy if you aren’t around. If you’re bringing your pet around water for the first time, gradually ease them into it. Never throw any animal into any body of water against their will. Not only does this scare them, but also it could be dangerous if they aren’t a strong swim- mer. And if you plan on taking your pet for a boat ride, be sure they’re wearing a life vest, too. (SD-Agencies) KENZO has collaborated with the skate brand Vans on a full cap- sule collection, which includes 46 ready-to-wear pieces, includ- ing bucket hats, hoodies, sweats, and tees, along with a limited- edition art skateboard deck, for which 100 percent of profits go to Jamaica’s Freedom Skatepark, a project that empowers at-risk youth. This line marks Kenzo Creative Director Felipe Oliveira Baptista’s first collaboration for the fashion house. Vans and Kenzo have transformed the Vans sneakers with a vibrant tropical-inspired print, and it’s the same look that extends to the rest of the streetwear in the range. The pattern taken from Kenzo’s archives gives this footwear a subtle vintage twist. (SD-Agencies) Check out the �oral Vans
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11 LIFESTYLECONTACT US AT: 8351-9186, [email protected] Fri/Sat/Sun June 12~14, 2020
Hack to reheat your pizzaWHETHER you prefer your pizza thin and crispy or thick and doughy, we can all agree to pass on a soggy, microwaved slice.
The good news? It’s possible to reheat your pizza without compromising texture — at least according to a blog post on the Domino’s Australia website.
“Add a half full cup of water to the microwave with your pizza and heat for around 30 seconds,” the post reads. “Crispiness not guaranteed, but worth a shot.”
Palak Patel, a chef at the Institute of Culinary Educa-tion, said that the hack works by diverting the moisture away from the pizza. But there are a few things to consider.
“It’s important to remem-ber that all microwaves are different,” Patel explained. “If you have an older microwave without as much power, you’re probably going to need more than 30 seconds. It’s trial and error.”
Patel also recommends adjusting the power levels within your microwave to around 40 percent. Most microwaves display 100 per-cent as the default cooking power.
“That ensures things get heated more slowly and evenly,” Patel noted.
Patel admits she had no desire to try the Domino’s Australia trick, which has been circulating on the Inter-net for some time. She prefers
her own technique, which involves placing a slice or two in a hot pan.
“After you get the bottom nice and crispy, add a few drops of water to the pan and cover it with a lid for about a minute,” she said. “The thing about pizza is that there are so many different variables. The crust is supposed to be hard, the sauce is supposed to keep the middle nice and textured, and then the cheese and top-pings need to be crispy. The stove top achieves that.”
If you’re reheating an entire pie, the oven is the way to go. Just place the pizza on a baking sheet wrapped in foil, set the temperature to 135 degrees Celsius and heat for 25 min-utes. (SD-Agencies)
Tie-dye nails are a cute summer trendSUMMER is the perfect time to start experimenting with fun nail art, and one trend that’s emerging this season is tie-dye.
Here’s how to easily create DIY tie-dye nails at home, according to nail artists.
“What I love about tie-dye nails is that you don’t really need any fancy tools to achieve a cool effect,” nail artist Chelsea King says. “I always recommend a cleanup nail brush because it’s great for fixing any mis-takes around the cuticle,” she adds. “But it’s also handy for achieving this watercolor tie-dye effect.”
As for colors, start with a nice white nail polish or neutral shade for a base. For the actual tie-dye effect, King says she prefers using contrasting pastel colors to make the design pop, while nail artist Alicia Torello says she likes using shades of the same color family — you can’t go wrong either way. Here are some simple steps to do it.
What you need: a base coat, one neutral base color, two or more colored nail polish, a cleanup nail brush or small makeup sponge, or a toothpick.
How to do tie-dye nails with a sponge or brush:
Start with a base coat and let dry.
Apply two coats of a neutral color for the base, let dry.
Using the brush straight from one colored bottle, apply a few dots on the nail.
Immediately take a nail brush or small makeup sponge dipped in nail polish remover and tap it onto the dots to blur out the colors.
Repeat the process with a second color. Let dry.
Apply a top coat.How to do tie-dye nails
with a toothpick:Start with a base coat.Apply two coats of a base
color. Let dry.Paint thick stripes on the
nail with three colors or more.
Before it dries, get a tooth-pick and drag a line through the colors, which will pull each color into the next and create a tie-dye effect.
Let dry, then add a top coat.
(SD-Agencies)
keep your pet safe in summer
IT’S especially important to keep an eye on your pets during warm weather months. High tempera-
tures can cause your furry friend to experience life-threat-ening heatstroke, and even the warm-weather activities you do can cause distress to your pet. Here are the things you need to watch out for.
Sunscreen alert“Do not apply any sunscreen
or insect repellent product to your pet that is not labeled specifically for use on ani-mals,” said Lori Bierbrier, medical director of community medicine at ASPCA (American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals).
It’s true that most mammals are susceptible to sunburn and bug bites. But that doesn’t mean you should be covering your dog with the same stuff you use on yourself. Many sun-screens and insect repellents contain ingredients that are harmful if eaten. Remember, your pet does not understand what these products are or why they’re used. If you choose to cover their skin with it, there’s a good chance they’ll want to investigate using their sense of smell or taste.
Ingestion of sunscreen products can result in drool-ing, vomiting, diarrhea, exces-sive thirst and lethargy, while misuse of insect repellent that contains DEET can lead to neu-rological problems.
Instead, look for a sunscreen or bug spray that is designed specifically for animal use. However, be wary that some sprays that work for dogs may be toxic to cats.
Stay hydratedLike humans, pets are sus-
ceptible to dehydration if they don’t drink enough water.
If you’re going to be partici-
pating in outdoor activities, like camping, it’s imperative that you always have water available for your pet to drink. You may also want to bring a small bowl for your pet to drink out of, too. Over the course of the day, dogs need to drink 30-60 ml of water for every kilo of bodyweight they have. Don’t wait for your pet to appear thirsty or beg.
Watch against heatstrokeHeatstroke is a life-threaten-
ing, medical emergency marked by an inability to cool down the body’s temperature. Since dogs don’t have sweat glands dis-persed throughout their body like humans, they regulate their temperature by panting.
On the other hand, cats keep cool by using their own saliva and licking their body.
Both dogs and cats, along with rabbits, guinea pigs and other rodents, are susceptible
to developing heatstroke. If left untreated, this condition can cause severe, potentially irreversible damage to your pet’s organs.
Some signs of heatstroke in dogs include seizures, stupor and delirium-like behavior. Cats may show signs of heat-related distress through exces-sive grooming, weakness or redness in their tongue.
If you notice any of these in your pet, immediately contact your vet.
Walk in the eveningTry not to walk your dog
during the hottest time of day whenever possible. Instead, walk your dog during the eve-ning. If the ground is too hot for your own bare feet, then it’s definitely too hot for your pets’ paws.
During the day, extremely high temperatures can cause the sidewalk temperature to reach triple digits. Some loca-tions have reported sidewalk temperatures that were hot enough to cause second-degree burns.
In addition, exercising your pet during a heatwave puts them at risk for developing dehydra-tion and heatstroke. Try to walk your pets during the evening to minimize these dangers. Avoid
bringing your pet outside for extended periods of time when the temperature is high.
Beware of drowning risksBe wary of leaving your pets
unsupervised near swimming pools, especially in your own backyard. Not all pets know how to swim just because they’re an animal, and a single tumble into the deep end can quickly turn into a tragedy if you aren’t around.
If you’re bringing your pet around water for the first time, gradually ease them into it. Never throw any animal into any body of water against their will.
Not only does this scare them, but also it could be dangerous if they aren’t a strong swim-mer. And if you plan on taking your pet for a boat ride, be sure they’re wearing a life vest, too.
(SD-Agencies)
KENZO has collaborated with the skate brand Vans on a full cap-sule collection, which includes 46 ready-to-wear pieces, includ-ing bucket hats, hoodies, sweats, and tees, along with a limited-edition art skateboard deck, for which 100 percent of profits go to Jamaica’s Freedom Skatepark, a project that empowers at-risk youth. This line marks Kenzo Creative Director Felipe Oliveira Baptista’s first collaboration for the fashion house. Vans and Kenzo have transformed the Vans sneakers with a vibrant tropical-inspired print, and it’s the same look that extends to the rest of the streetwear in the range. The pattern taken from Kenzo’s archives gives this footwear a subtle vintage twist.
(SD-Agencies)
Check out the �oral Vans
