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Tuesday, May 26, 2009
First Gen Lancer Evolution (1/24 Hasegawa)
Thanks to bro sky_tokyodrifter (a fellow modeler in Malaysia who is residing in Japan) who got me this RARE kit at a good price!
Lets talk a bit of history.. The GALANT VR4 is proven too big and heavy for the WRC events. Thus Mitsubishi's engineer decided to use the Lancer platform and transform it to a 4wd turbocharged rally machine. Thus the Lancer Evolution GSR is born replacing the Galant VR4 in rally events. It's a beast!
Next, will be Evo II. Hopefully I can find the kit !
Lets talk a bit of history.. The GALANT VR4 is proven too big and heavy for the WRC events. Thus Mitsubishi's engineer decided to use the Lancer platform and transform it to a 4wd turbocharged rally machine. Thus the Lancer Evolution GSR is born replacing the Galant VR4 in rally events. It's a beast!
Next, will be Evo II. Hopefully I can find the kit !
Monday, May 25, 2009
Turkish Coffee
As with other ways of preparing coffee, the best Turkish coffee is made from freshly roasted beans ground just before brewing. A dark roast is preferable but even a medium roast coffee will yield a strong aroma and flavour. The grinding is done either by pounding in a mortar (the original method) or using a mill (the more usual method today), and the end result is a fine coffee powder. Beans for Turkish coffee are ground even finer than the grind used in pump-driven espresso makers; therefore, Turkish coffee should be powdery. It is the finest grind of coffee used in any style of coffee making.
For best results, the water must be cold. The amount of water necessary can be measured using the cups. The coffee and the sugar are usually added to water, rather than being put into the pot first. For each cup, between one and two heaped teaspoons of coffee are used. In Turkey, four degrees of sweetness are used.
Ingredients
- 1 cup water
- 1 tablespoon of extra finely ground coffee (powder consistency)
- 1/8 teaspoon ground cardamom, or 1 cardamom pod
- sugar (optional)
- Bring water and sugar to a boil in ibrik. If you do not have an ibrik, a small saucepan will work.
- Remove from heat and add coffee and cardamom.
- Return saucepan to heat and allow to come to a boil. Remove from heat when coffee foams.
- Again, return to heat, allowing to foam and remove from heat.
- Pour into cup, and allow to sit for a few minutes for the grounds to settle to the bottom of the cup. Cardamom pod may be served in cup for added flavor.
- Turkish coffee must always be served with foam on top.
- If you can't find finely ground Arabic coffee, you can purchase a bag of coffee at any coffeehouse and ask them to grind it for Turkish coffee. You need to have a powder-like consistency.
- Do not stir after pouring into cups; the foam will collapse.
- Always use cold water.
Watch this video on how to make Turkish coffee
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Saturday, May 23, 2009
1/24 Maisto Nissan GTR
The Nissan GTR model is highly sought by collectors around the world. This is the Maisto version of the GTR in the 1/24 scale. Well, the casting is pretty accurate however, the paint job is a bit disappointing because the paint job is a bit rough and the rear lamps are painted instead of made of clear red plastics.
However, the engine detail ( although half engine ) it is pretty decent for it's scale. The interior is also well replicated too. Well, Maisto is improving alot and proven value for money models for collectors.
Thursday, May 21, 2009
Custom Volkswagen Beetle (For Evelyn Dear..)
Well, it is an ordinary friction toy which I bought years ago. The scale is approx between 1/18 to 1/24. Well can't judge much. I gave it a repaint in pink, blackout the windows as the interior sucks, and added details to the car.
This build is for my girlfriend actually. She likes the VW Beetle so much that I decided to custom one Hello Kitty version for her. The words on the body are written by myself using markers and the 'Evelyn + Andrew' wording are handwritten and sticked to the body. I also bought some Hello Kitty stickers to make it look lovely and sweet.
14th February 2009 is the date when we started out to be couples. So dear, this custom is for you. Only special for you. Hope you like it.
1/24 Fujimi Mitsubishi FTO
Saturday, May 16, 2009
Best Falafel Burgers Recipe
Falafel are small deep fried balls of a paste made with chick peas, onions, parsley and spices; it is usually served wrapped in pita bread with tahina and salad.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 400g can chickpeas , rinsed and drained
- garlic clove , chopped
- handful of flat-leaf parsley or curly parsley
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 1⁄2 tsp harissa paste or chilli powder
- 2 tbsp plain flour
- 2 tbsp sunflower oil
- toasted pitta bread
- 200g tub tomato salsa , to serve
- green salad , to serve
- 1 small red onion , roughly chopped
- Pat the chickpeas dry with kitchen paper. Tip into a food processor along with the onion, garlic, parsley, spices, flour and a little salt. Blend until fairly smooth, then shape into four patties with your hands.
- Heat the oil in a non-stick frying pan, add the burgers, then quickly fry for 3 mins on each side until lightly golden. Serve with toasted pittas, tomato salsa and a green salad.
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Tuesday, May 12, 2009
Sahlab Recipe
Sahlab is a popular winter drink in Jordan in cafes, as well as in homes specially in cold winter days, and to warm one's self, one of the most popular hot drinks is Sahlab. Sahlab is made from the starch found in the ground bulb of the orchid, Orchis mascula . The starch, which can be purchased in Jordan as a powdered mix, thickens the milk while giving it a unique flavor. However, it is more difficult to find Sahlab mix outside of the area. Here is a recipe to mimic Sahlab, using cornstarch as a thickener.
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 tablespoons Sahlab powder or 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 4 cups milk
- 3 tablespoons sugar, or to taste
- 2 teaspoons rose or orange-blossom water (optional)
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped pistachios
- Ground cinnamon
- Mix the Sahlab powder or cornstarch with a few tablespoons of milk.
- Bring the remaining milk to a boil. Pour in the starch mixture, stirring vigorously, so that lumps do not form.
- Cook over very low heat, stirring continuously, until the milk thickens (about 10 minutes). Then stir in the sugar and the rose water or orange blossom water, if you so desire.
- Serve in cups with the chopped pistachios and cinnamon as garnish. You may also sprinkle grated coconut on top.
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Mahalabiya Milk Pudding Recipe
Easy Mahalabiya (Milk pudding) recipe. Mahalabiya, mahalabia, muhalabia or mahallabiyya is a favorite Jordanian desserts dish both in summer and winter, especially liked by children. In the Middle East the rice may be purchased already pulverized. It could also be pulverized at home with a mortar and pestle or in an electric blender.
Ingredients:
- 1 qt. milk
- 1/4 cup pounded rice
- 3/4 cup water
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon ma'ez zahr (orange blossom essence)
- 1/4 cup chopped blanched almonds and skinned pistachio nuts
- Mix rice with water and add to milk which has been brought to a boil.
- Stir and cook until thickened and then add sugar.
- Continue cooking and stirring until mixture coats the spoon.
- Add flavorings and boil a few minutes longer.
- Pour into individual serving dishes and decorate with chopped nuts.
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Monday, May 11, 2009
Honda Insight EU Version. Japan Automobiles
HONDA. Insight EU Version- click thumbnails to enlarge or download size 1600 x 1200 pixels - - click thumbnails to enlarge or download size 1600 x 1200 pixels - Although the Honda Insight design team started with a blank piece of paper - in that this was a brand new model with no history - they faced many challenges in creating the exterior appearance of the Honda Insight. On the one
Honda Insight EU Version. Japan Automobiles
HONDA. Insight EU Version- click thumbnails to enlarge or download size 1600 x 1200 pixels - - click thumbnails to enlarge or download size 1600 x 1200 pixels - Although the Honda Insight design team started with a blank piece of paper - in that this was a brand new model with no history - they faced many challenges in creating the exterior appearance of the Honda Insight. On the one
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