Gary Ayd

Joined January 2017

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Best Wines For Sangria
Imagine sitting on your back deck on a warm summer day getting ready for a cookout. Alongside you are friends, family, neighbors and maybe some party crashers. What could better augment these mid-summer day activities than sipping on one of these fruit-infused wonders?
By Gary Ayd5 years ago in Proof
Best Cheap Champagnes
Regardless of the occasion: weddings, bachelor party, bachelorette party, corporate event, birthday, anniversary or something else drink is almost always a part of the equation provided the party is at least partly geared toward adults.
By Gary Ayd5 years ago in Proof
Unique Bread for Grilled Cheese
If there is one food that screams all-American lunch it's the grilled cheese. Toasty buttered bread, edges just slightly burnt, crust crumbly and crunchy, with that all important melty, oozing cheese. That is the basic, the stable of countless families, from the young child, to the busy young adult to the independent grandpa.
By Gary Ayd5 years ago in Feast
History of the Moscow Mule
The history of alcohol and drinking goes back as far as recorded history, and likely beyond. If there is a substance more intertwined with humanity beyond water and air than booze I can't think of it as I write this. There are simply few things humans do more often, in more ways, more universally and more consistently across cultures, generations and social/economic status than consume alcohol.
By Gary Ayd5 years ago in Proof
What Is Ceviche?
If you've never heard of this ceviche, don't worry, most have not. Unless you're from or have frequently visited the coastal regions of Latin America or the Caribbean, it's unlikely you've ever encountered this food anywhere before. The closest thing one could compare ceviche to would be to say it's essentially the salad version of sushi. Here we will explore what it is, it's history, where it comes from, how it's made, regions where it's popular, different variations and preparation methods and even some health risks. let's first establish a quick comparison.
By Gary Ayd5 years ago in Feast
Gourmet Grilled Cheese Recipes
If there is one food that screams all-American lunch, it's the grilled cheese. Toasty buttered bread edges just slightly burnt, crust crumbly and crunchy, with that all important melty oozing cheese. That is the basic, the stable of countless families, perhaps struggling financially, or perhaps simply unable to get their children to eat anything else.
By Gary Ayd5 years ago in Feast
Bourbon Made Easy
Coming at this article with the perspective of predominately a beer drinker, I hope to provide a basic overview of some simple yet enjoyable drinks that involve bourbon. As someone who doesn't drink that much of it, I can say that I've alway appreciated this particular drink because of it's visual sophistication, the exacting process it takes to make and the fact that unlike nearly everything else in our society now that is a mile a minute, making and even enjoying bourbon takes time, patience, diligence and a long-term vision.
By Gary Ayd5 years ago in Proof
Best Side Dishes for Lamb
Especially during the Easter season, lamb is one of the most popular entrees served at parties, get togethers and family holiday dinners. While selecting lamb as the centerpiece may be a simple, straight forward decision, choosing what to put alongside it never is. Because of the consistency of lamb and it's incredible versatility there is a seemingly endless selection of sides that compliment it well.
By Gary Ayd5 years ago in Feast
Best Cold Hors D'oeuvres Recipes
There are few things more enjoyable to more people than going out to dinner. Getting waited on, eating well prepared, delicious food in the company of those close to us is truly one of life's great pleasures. Of course variety is endless in the ever evolving world of culinary. The options limitless, the combinations infinite, the enjoyment timeless even if the literal fulfillment from consumption is short lived.
By Gary Ayd5 years ago in Feast
How to Make Money from Home
Working from home is a dream for many people. The idea of not having to drive into an urban area on a daily commute, deal with annoying coworkers and even potentially not having to have a boss are no doubt highly desirable benefits. Yet how to turn such dreams into reality is a challenging, and sometimes daunting, task for many. This article will address common pitfalls to working from home, along with providing a few suggestions for the types of work that lend themselves well to earning a legitimate income from home.
By Gary Ayd6 years ago in Journal
How to Ask for a Raise
Work. The very reason almost all of us engage in this daily activity is so we can pay our bills and provide for ourselves and our family. Simply put, work is not a voluntary choice for most people, it’s something they have to do for money. Given this rather utilitarian nature on why we work, it stands to reason that we all wish to make more money.
By Gary Ayd6 years ago in Journal
Must Have Health Care Benefits
Perhaps the most contentious, expensive and complicated issue in modern American society is the issue of healthcare. Who pays for it, how much, what’s covered who needs to be covered, what if any penalties should an individual face for not having coverage, what if any penalties should a company face for not providing health insurance are all topics of debate if not legally practically. Since the Affordable Care Act (ACA), aka Obamacare went into effect in 2010, the entire health insurance, and by extension medical industry has been in a constant state of flux.
By Gary Ayd6 years ago in Journal