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Re: Women’s Entrepreneur Festival is almost here

chefbikram — Tue, 13 Jan 2015 17:13:07 -0000

Just have to ask...why no "corporate/professional" photo? Just curious; but all others above you have one. Isn't this part of "branding"? Sort of don't like asking this...but mean well.

Re: How to Stay Fit on a Business Trip

chefbikram — Tue, 22 Jul 2014 09:15:24 -0000

easy solution that incorporates all of the above athleticMindedTraveler.com -- fitness focused hotels, run route maps, gyms, healthy places to eat and more. The company also supplies 200+ hotels across the globe with palm-sized jog/walk route maps.

Re: should you put your kid on a diet?

chefbikram — Sat, 07 Apr 2012 18:36:03 -0000

The reality is that no one can teach kids as well as parents. Parents set the example. And just this week there was a study showing that even Doctors fear bringing up the "fat" issue to parents about kids. Doing it kindly is key. Doctors should be able to raise the warning flag...

Read this post for helpful tips: http://athleticmindedtravel...

Re: Obesity

chefbikram — Sat, 10 Mar 2012 19:56:04 -0000

Hmmm...not sure I agree. But yes, moderation. So how to teach that to kids, right? Education about balance. We let our 5 1/2 year old often choose how to add balance to her meal. We have treats available but tend to favor small sizes and also let her have the treat with dinner so there is less "eat this then get that."

Re: Orange Shortbread Cookies

chefbikram — Sat, 10 Mar 2012 19:53:17 -0000

Exactly my point. 3 sticks of butter....Need a treat? Try a Bonk Breaker bar!

Re: Obesity

chefbikram — Sat, 10 Mar 2012 19:50:56 -0000

Yes, starting the talk about health when kids are young is good and having schools get involved is also good. BUT it needs to start in the family. And families, restaurants and others need to stop making everything taste good by frying and adding a stick of butter. GG, your recipes are often fat loaded....

Re: Banana Cookies

chefbikram — Sat, 03 Mar 2012 23:39:43 -0000

Maybe add egg whites? Also 3 sticks of butter? Really? Why? One of the food magazines did a rigorous test and healthy butters like Brummel and Brown did as well as butter -- WAY healthier. Even canola oil will impart moisture. We have a GREAT banana bread recipe that calls for NO oil or butter. http://www.athleticmindedtr...

Re: Fun Sunday: Powder Skiing

chefbikram — Mon, 20 Feb 2012 23:56:10 -0000

ahhh, funny! we are in park city too. we skied deer valley today....lovely. it's our first trip here...staying on park city--ski in/out. love it. prefer this over colorado!

Re: Squid, Tomato Sauce, Potatoes and Peas

chefbikram — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 00:27:59 -0000

Fresh squid? Could you use frozen?

Re: 24 Hour Fitness Investing $20 Million in Three San Diego-Area Relocations

chefbikram — Wed, 05 Oct 2011 16:51:00 -0000

Which 3 clubs?

Re: How many things can you make with Zucchini?

chefbikram — Sun, 31 Jul 2011 00:33:11 -0000

We had a bumper crop from our garden and I needed a way to use about 12 cups or more of zucchini! I made a zucchini casserole with ground beef (or turkey), spaghetti sauce etc., and a wonderful curry soup. The soup is super easy and the main ingredients: onion, zucchini, 1 can low-fat coconut milk, broth, curry...that's it.

Re: Amber Waves Farm, CSA

chefbikram — Mon, 20 Jun 2011 00:39:11 -0000

We love love love being a part of a CSA. We've been doing this for years. Our farm is Bewise Ranch -- San Diego. I've blogged on it a few times. I love that I've discovered new veggies. Kale and Chard chips are a favorite use for the hefty greens.

Wow, the last blog on our CSA was from 2008...reminds me how long we've been blogging! Here is the link: http://www.athleticmindedtr...

Re: Practicing Yoga Has Long-Term Benefits, Study Finds

chefbikram — Thu, 09 Jun 2011 00:22:05 -0000

What type of yoga? It makes a difference.

Re: Game Change

chefbikram — Thu, 14 Apr 2011 00:07:34 -0000

I am adding the dress maker to our voting list and sarah's key. (noone can have read a book that is selected). i've heard of both. I loved Freedom. Not at first, but it grew on me. I also liked the Corrections. I didn't like Eggers first book, so not sure on that one. I haven't heard of the September of Shiraz...I'll look into it. thank you. And I haven't read Safran before. Need to. We did read Beautiful Boy and several members went on to read Tweak. I see Nic has his new book out...I was done with them after Beautiful Boy...
Thank you again. We read "The Help" after you recommended and the Topper Book.
Best!
Erin

Re: Game Change

chefbikram — Wed, 13 Apr 2011 00:22:18 -0000

Hi GG,
I know you posted this ages ago, but my book club will be discussing the book on Thursday. I found it fascinating...Edwards...wow! And what a mess the Repubs were and the arm twisting to run...I am not overly into politics, so some of this was eye opening. My book club is called the "no flake, low maintenance book club" -- You must attend or have a really good reason why you can't and the meeting is always at my house from 7p to 8'ish and I provide a "nibble" -- meaning the members can simply show up with our without food. I typically eat my dinner while we are discussing! So what is the "MUST" read book now? I see your list, but really, MUST read? Our first books have mostly been losers this round...Devotion, I am Nujood, The Hamilton Case...
Thanks,
Erin

Re: two winter side dishes

chefbikram — Sun, 16 Jan 2011 06:21:17 -0000

Yum on the roasted cauliflower--Roasting is a surefire way to get anyone eating their veggies. We even blogged on it: http://www.athleticmindedtr.... I've been doing kale, chard, onions, cabbage...anything! Love it.

Re: banana peanut butter bread

chefbikram — Mon, 23 Aug 2010 00:43:35 -0000

Ha, this caught my eye for two reasons:

first, my 4 year old and i made brazilian whole banana pie today (we are exploring Brazil). i got the recipe from allrecipes and it's decent, but would need some serious tweaks for a second round. i posted my review and tweak suggestions on the all recipe site. let me know if you're interested.

second, i was reading about the calorie load in the average bran muffin and i will be blogging this week about a great chocolate and banana muffin/cup cake recipe. it's a winner.

Re: The Expanding Birthrate Of Web Startups

chefbikram — Mon, 23 Aug 2010 00:39:49 -0000

okay fred,
i'd like to hear just how cheap you think a web service company can be started for? i often read others saying something similar. but for a social media driven type web business, what is the cost? for the site alone?

and if it's so cheap why doesn't the VC just pay for the idea and leverage the in-house talent to build?

Re: another day in paris

chefbikram — Wed, 31 Mar 2010 00:07:30 -0000

GG,

I tried to email you about this last time you were in Paris...a year or more ago??? anyway, this is from our site: www.athleticmindedtraveler.com. it's a place to eat -- well sort of...read on. called hidden kitchen: (may be too late to book)

Why: This is for the adventurous type who likes to be surprised. We think any traveler staying in Paris for more than 4 nights should consider this option. In fact, Hidden Kitchen may be a better fit for our Go Play section! The catch is that you need to book way in advance. You can also put your name on the cancellation list. The hosts, Americans Laura and Braden, offer a fixed 10 course menu that you will only find out about when you sit down to enjoy it with your dining partners. And you will only find out exactly where to go a few days in advance. There will be 16 total guests at the table. Typically HK attracts Americans and Brits.

What: Expect a gourmet menu based upon what is seasonal and of exceptional quality. Check the website for an example menu. Here are some recent dishes served: corn soup with black bean salsa, chilled crab cake, Atlantic salmon over Israeli cous cous, heirloom tomatoes over mozzarella fondue, cherry handpie and rootbeer float, sauteed mackerel with sunchoke puree, crispy carnitas with red onion, tomato, avocado and lime salad, white radish basket with spring veggies, house smoked trout with buttermilk distressed greens.

When: Dinner only
Tab: Fixed price--around 70 Euro
Notes: Need to book way in advance
http://www.hkmenus.com/

Re: Internships

chefbikram — Mon, 22 Mar 2010 17:27:37 -0000

I just read all the comments. Athletic-Minded Traveler has employed interns during the year and over summer. We've done paid and a hybrid paid system. I vote for the latter. Our paid interns underperformed relative to the "bonus" system interns. We post the internship and offer cash bonuses for performance. This way there is upside and we feel we get interns who really want to engage.

Also, we offer a lot of upside in terms or the work. A lot! We also require 10 to 15 hours/week so it's not grueling. Last, some of our interns get course credit! Getting college credit adds even more incentive.

After managing college interns I think I'd be open to taking on a Senior or Junior in high school even...And given what I have read regarding the difficulty for high schoolers in obtaining any work experience, it could be very mutually beneficial.

So for those who don't want to pay, consider a bonus system.

Re: The Privileges and Dear Money

chefbikram — Mon, 15 Feb 2010 23:59:23 -0000

both of these sound too "low-brow" -- for a book club?

Re: Game Change

chefbikram — Mon, 15 Feb 2010 23:56:49 -0000

hi GG. just can't imagine wanting "more" of all of this. but your book picks are reliable. my book club is now reading jonathan tropper's "this is where i leave you."

Re: The NY Times' Freemium Strategy

chefbikram — Sat, 23 Jan 2010 23:57:28 -0000

Did anyone answer the question about simply clearing cookies so as to avoid the "counting" of visits?

Re: i was at goldman sachs today!

chefbikram — Mon, 11 Jan 2010 23:06:50 -0000

Any MOUSE participants in SoCal?

Re: Boxee Beta Unveiling - Dec 7th, Williamsburg, NYC

chefbikram — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 23:13:53 -0000

c'mon fred, seriously? you needed the FDR link in?