History of chocolate - Field Museum, Chicago:
References:
History of Chocolate - Archive, Field Museum, Chicago.
Field Museum to cut staff, overhaul operations and limit research scope http://buff.ly/TyU4ds
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Map of the new Illinois toll hikes
Breaking down the toll hikes (map) from ChicagoTribune and Illinois State Toll Highway Authority (click to enlarge the image):
Shedd Aquarium in Chicago
Shedd Aquarium in Chicago (album).
The entrance.
The Caribbean Reef exhibit was built in 1971. A feature of this exhibit is a diver that interacts with the animals while talking with the people.
The Abbott Oceanarium is split into two levels, above and below the waterline. Above the waterline, there are bleachers where guests can watch the aquatic show, while below the waterline, guests can see the Beluga Whales and Dolphins up close. Animals in the Oceanarium include Sea Otters, Sea Lions, Pacific White-sided Dolphins, and Beluga Whales.
The Wild Reef is located underground just off the main foyer. The largest habitat holds 400,000 gallons and several differant species of sharks. Other displays include live corals, a mangrove forest, and a re-created Filipino Fishing village.
The Chicago skyline viewed from the entrance.
References:
Shedd Aquarium. Wikipedia.
Art Institute of Chicago
Art Institute of Chicago (album).
The impressionists collection.
The arms and armor collection.
Mexican and African art.
Ancient Egypt.
The basic level of membership cost $80 and includes 2 adults and their children under the age of 18.
The most cost-effective parking is probably at the East Monroe Garage ($14) (it closes for renovation in May 2011 for one year) (source: 1, 2).
References:
Art Institute of Chicago. Wikipedia.
Downtown Chicago
Related:
A $100 Weekend in Chicago - Travel advice from NYTimes http://nyti.ms/1rsjYU1
John Hancock Observatory in Chicago
John Hancock Observatory at 875 North Michigan Avenue in Chicago is a 100-story, 1,127-foot (344 m) tall skyscraper. Here is how to plan you visit and to buy tickets. The waiting time for the elevators is 20 minutes on average, compared to more than 1 hour for Sears (Willis) Tower. The parking in the building costs $25. A CityPass, $76, saves you 50% when visiting top 5 Chicago attractions but is must be used within 9 days.
Lakeshore drive.
A view of Navy Pier.
A view of the tallest skyscraper in Chicago - formerly known as Sears Tower, now Willis Tower.
Lake Michigan.
A view from the open deck.
References:
John Hancock Center
John Hancock Center. Wikipedia.
Related reading:
Chicago Tower Smackdown: Willis Skydeck vs. Hancock Observatory
The world's highest observation decks - Telegraph UK http://goo.gl/5drN7
French firm buys Hancock Observatory - chicagotribune.com, 2012 http://goo.gl/8BQaO
Lakeshore drive.
A view of Navy Pier.
A view of the tallest skyscraper in Chicago - formerly known as Sears Tower, now Willis Tower.
Lake Michigan.
A view from the open deck.
References:
John Hancock Center
John Hancock Center. Wikipedia.
Related reading:
Chicago Tower Smackdown: Willis Skydeck vs. Hancock Observatory
The world's highest observation decks - Telegraph UK http://goo.gl/5drN7
French firm buys Hancock Observatory - chicagotribune.com, 2012 http://goo.gl/8BQaO
Not For Parents - travel books for kids by Lonely Planet
Lonely Planet publishing house released their new ‘Not For Parents’ series – for budding travel lovers 8 and up.
The series includes The Travel Book – a visual journey through every country in the world – plus four city books that give the inside scoop on Paris, Rome, New York City, and London.
References:
Not For Parents – travel books for kids (and free ebook)
The series includes The Travel Book – a visual journey through every country in the world – plus four city books that give the inside scoop on Paris, Rome, New York City, and London.
References:
Not For Parents – travel books for kids (and free ebook)
Netflix: "My Mom's New Boyfriend"
Available for streaming from Netflix: My Mom's New Boyfriend (film), 2008, 97 minutes.
My Mom's New Boyfriend is a 2008 romantic comedy film starring Colin Hanks, Antonio Banderas, Selma Blair, and Meg Ryan. Colin Hanks is the eldest son of actor Tom Hanks.
The action takes place in Shreveport, Louisiana.
Overall, this was a funny movie. Recommended.
References:
My Mom's New Boyfriend. Wikipedia.
My Mom's New Boyfriend is a 2008 romantic comedy film starring Colin Hanks, Antonio Banderas, Selma Blair, and Meg Ryan. Colin Hanks is the eldest son of actor Tom Hanks.
The action takes place in Shreveport, Louisiana.
Overall, this was a funny movie. Recommended.
References:
My Mom's New Boyfriend. Wikipedia.
Madrid's new face
From Chicago Tribune:
Today's Madrid is modern sprawl surrounding an intact, easy-to-navigate historic core
Anyone can join the paseo. Even past midnight on a hot summer night, entire families with little kids are strolling, greeting neighbors and enjoying little beers and tapas in a series of bars. A favorite local snack is sauteed pig's ears.
Spain has a reputation for partying very late, not stopping until offices open in the morning. If you're people-watching early in the morning, it's hard to know who is finishing their day and who's just starting it
One reason people stay out late, especially in summer, is to escape the day's heat. During the summer, Rick Steves was assessing restaurants by the quality of their air-conditioning.
Attractions
- Retiro Park is a 300-acre green-and-breezy escape. Once the private domain of royalty, this majestic park has been a favorite of Madrid's commoners since King Charles III decided to share it with his subjects in the late 18th century. In its center is a big lake (El Estanque), where you can rent a rowboat.
- Royal Botanical Garden (Real Jardin Botanico), just south of the Prado
- Parque de la Montana
Throughout Europe, energetic governments are renewing green space and turning formerly car-congested wastelands into public spaces.
References:
Bit by bit, Madrid's new face emerges. Chicago Tribune.
Related:
Three Perfect Days: Madrid http://1.usa.gov/1NMyL3U
Today's Madrid is modern sprawl surrounding an intact, easy-to-navigate historic core
Anyone can join the paseo. Even past midnight on a hot summer night, entire families with little kids are strolling, greeting neighbors and enjoying little beers and tapas in a series of bars. A favorite local snack is sauteed pig's ears.
Spain has a reputation for partying very late, not stopping until offices open in the morning. If you're people-watching early in the morning, it's hard to know who is finishing their day and who's just starting it
One reason people stay out late, especially in summer, is to escape the day's heat. During the summer, Rick Steves was assessing restaurants by the quality of their air-conditioning.
Attractions
- Retiro Park is a 300-acre green-and-breezy escape. Once the private domain of royalty, this majestic park has been a favorite of Madrid's commoners since King Charles III decided to share it with his subjects in the late 18th century. In its center is a big lake (El Estanque), where you can rent a rowboat.
- Royal Botanical Garden (Real Jardin Botanico), just south of the Prado
- Parque de la Montana
Throughout Europe, energetic governments are renewing green space and turning formerly car-congested wastelands into public spaces.
References:
Bit by bit, Madrid's new face emerges. Chicago Tribune.
Related:
Three Perfect Days: Madrid http://1.usa.gov/1NMyL3U
Low-sodium canned sardines from Amazon
These sardines are relatively large, taste delicious, and are low in sodium. Crown Prince Natural Skinless & Boneless Sardines in Pure Olive Oil, 3.75-Ounce Cans, 12 cans for $25 with the Subscribe&Save option.
Nutrition info: Serving size: 1 can (99g), Total Fat 12g (19%), Saturated Fat 2.5g (12%), Cholesterol 15mg (5%),
Sodium 280mg (12%),
Since 1948, Crown Prince Inc. has provided the canned seafood. It is an American family-owned business, managed by three generations of the Hoffman family.
"Sardines boast a delicate flavor and firm texture. All varieties are lightly oak-smoked and hand packed in pure olive oil, spring water or tangy mustard. Just one can provide about one-third of the protein needed every day."
Related:
Sardines in Douarnenez, France - chicagotribune.com http://goo.gl/pfD9b
Sardines' tough life: eaten by a whale, sea lions and the one that thought it had got away is speared by a marlin. Daily Mail photos, 2011.
Nutrition info: Serving size: 1 can (99g), Total Fat 12g (19%), Saturated Fat 2.5g (12%), Cholesterol 15mg (5%),
Sodium 280mg (12%),
Since 1948, Crown Prince Inc. has provided the canned seafood. It is an American family-owned business, managed by three generations of the Hoffman family.
"Sardines boast a delicate flavor and firm texture. All varieties are lightly oak-smoked and hand packed in pure olive oil, spring water or tangy mustard. Just one can provide about one-third of the protein needed every day."
Related:
Sardines in Douarnenez, France - chicagotribune.com http://goo.gl/pfD9b
Sardines' tough life: eaten by a whale, sea lions and the one that thought it had got away is speared by a marlin. Daily Mail photos, 2011.
Low-sodium pre-cooked rice from Amazon
Annie Chun's Rice Express Sprouted Brown Rice, 6.3-Ounce Microwavable Bowls (Pack of 6). Sprouting brown rice normally takes 24 hours. It is softer in texture and easier to digest than regular brown rice.
Nutrition info: Serving size: 0.5 tray, Amount Per Serving: Calories 135, Total Fat 1g (1%), Saturated Fat 0g, Sodium 0mg (0%), Total Carbohydrate 29g (10%), Dietary Fiber 1.5g (5%),
Sugars 0g, Protein 3g.
It contains the suspiciously sounding glucono delta-lactone (GDL) which is a naturally-occurring food additive with the E number E575[3] used as a sequestrant, an acidifier, or a curing, pickling, or leavening agent. Pure GDL is a white odorless crystalline powder.
Annie Chun was born in Seoul, Korea, and came to Northern California as a young adult, where her family owned and operated a Korean restaurant in San Francisco. Annie began selling Asian sauces at the Marin County Farmers' Market in the 1990s. In 1992, with $500 and a lot of help from friends and family, she founded Annie Chun's Gourmet Foods. Her goal was to make Asian cooking "as easy to prepare as spaghetti" for Americans. Many of her products are reportedly based on traditional recipes that have been part of her family for generations. In 1997 Annie moved beyond Asian sauces, introducing a line of specialty Asian pastas.
Nutrition info: Serving size: 0.5 tray, Amount Per Serving: Calories 135, Total Fat 1g (1%), Saturated Fat 0g, Sodium 0mg (0%), Total Carbohydrate 29g (10%), Dietary Fiber 1.5g (5%),
Sugars 0g, Protein 3g.
It contains the suspiciously sounding glucono delta-lactone (GDL) which is a naturally-occurring food additive with the E number E575[3] used as a sequestrant, an acidifier, or a curing, pickling, or leavening agent. Pure GDL is a white odorless crystalline powder.
Annie Chun was born in Seoul, Korea, and came to Northern California as a young adult, where her family owned and operated a Korean restaurant in San Francisco. Annie began selling Asian sauces at the Marin County Farmers' Market in the 1990s. In 1992, with $500 and a lot of help from friends and family, she founded Annie Chun's Gourmet Foods. Her goal was to make Asian cooking "as easy to prepare as spaghetti" for Americans. Many of her products are reportedly based on traditional recipes that have been part of her family for generations. In 1997 Annie moved beyond Asian sauces, introducing a line of specialty Asian pastas.
DockDogs: The Sport Where Canines Catch Big Air (TIME video)
Leaping Labradors! Meet some of the champs in a sport in which dogs run and leap off boating docks, reaching distances of more than 20 feet.
Read more from TIME.
Science, The Definitive Guide - Illustrated Book at Costco
This is a beautifully illustrated book, $15.99 at Costco, Hardcover: 208 pages, Publisher: Quercus (September 30, 2010). Recommended.
From Amazon: Science is a visually stunning introduction to all the major scientific disciplines, covering chemistry, physics, geology, biology and cosmology. Piers Bizony begins with physics and the basic building blocks of matter, offering a lucid and usefully illustrated account of the extraordinary and often baffling world of atomic and subatomic particles.
Piers Bizony is an internationally recognized writer on science and film. He is a regular contributor to Focus magazine, The Independent and Wired.
From Amazon: Science is a visually stunning introduction to all the major scientific disciplines, covering chemistry, physics, geology, biology and cosmology. Piers Bizony begins with physics and the basic building blocks of matter, offering a lucid and usefully illustrated account of the extraordinary and often baffling world of atomic and subatomic particles.
Piers Bizony is an internationally recognized writer on science and film. He is a regular contributor to Focus magazine, The Independent and Wired.
Flick Outdoor Pool in Glenview, IL
Photos from Flick Outdoor Pool in Glenview, IL - A five-pool water park complex, with free parking.
"Tot Spot" pool
Zero Depth pool
Lap/Activity pool
Water slides.
Diving pool, 12 ft deep.
Address: 3600 Glenview Rd., Glenview, IL 60025
Hours: M-Su 11:30 am-9 pm
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References:
Flick Outdoor Pool
Roosevelt Outdoor Pool
10 public pools worth a trip - Chicago Tribune, 2014 http://buff.ly/1nqeLbX
"Tot Spot" pool
Zero Depth pool
Lap/Activity pool
Water slides.
Diving pool, 12 ft deep.
Address: 3600 Glenview Rd., Glenview, IL 60025
Hours: M-Su 11:30 am-9 pm
View Larger Map
References:
Flick Outdoor Pool
Roosevelt Outdoor Pool
10 public pools worth a trip - Chicago Tribune, 2014 http://buff.ly/1nqeLbX
Feta cheese at Costco
Feta cheese at Costco - one of the lower sodium types of feta cheese, 270 mg in 28 gm (1 oz).
Related reading:
Cheese recipes with Junket rennet tablets, by David Fankhauser, PhD http://bit.ly/YYzIiR
Day Trips from Chicago
Here are some useful books available at Costco as of July 2011:
The same books should be available at Amazon.com.
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