Chef Max Mariola

With a YouTube following of over a million, Italian Chef Max Mariola proved that enjoying good food is one of the most universal of common denominators. And this Facebook Group which bears his name comes infused with generous dollops of can-do, culinary innovation from its members and admins. Want to know what I'm talking about? Imagine cheese stuffed salmon rolls, mango mousse or cranberry pistachio shortbread? Lebkuchen bars add a fresh twist to seasonal favorites. Want to experiment with alternatives? There are no-bake chocolate eclairs, a sugar-free carrot cake, a no-bake cheesecake and flourless almond cake. If you're looking for beginner friendly recipes, try the easy cookies or the simple muffin recipe. Looking for a zesty flavor-burst? What about powdered lemon as a hack? Or you could stick to the classics with traditional choices such as Grandma's casserole with vanilla butter cake for dessert. 

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There is also a Chef Max Mariola Facebook Page, which can be found here. 

Ships of the World

With all eyes currently pinned on the Strait of Hormuz with a mixture of hope and dread, it has never been clearer how much our world still needs maritime traffic. Except in times of crisis, we are blissfully unaware of the oil tankers and container ships that play such a vital role in global economies. We may dream of splashing out on a luxury cruise of the Mediterranean, the Caribbean, the Scandinavian fjords or even Antarctica. But that's it for the average person. But have you ever wondered about the activity program of the luxurious QE2 or the diversely opulent interior of the Titanic? Do you want a glimpse of a busy harbor like Rotterdam, or even New York in the 1970s? Vintage memorabilia from a mid-19th century clipper? While the majority of posts are present-day ship-spotting captures, usually with the vessel's name and location, there are historical images as well, such as the sinking of the KMS "Blücher" and one of the last photographs of the Titanic. You get to see tugs, rescue boats, luxury yachts and (occasionally) a combat vessel. One post list classic Hollywood films with a maritime setting, while a newspaper heading bemoans the departure of an iconic cruise ship.

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Cats at the window

We see them from both sides of the glass. Inside, cat parents snap the pictures of their felines watching the daily parade of regulars, be they human, avian, fellow feline, or perhaps just a random deer from the woods dropping by. From outside, they are captured by random strangers, who paused for a moment and exchanged glances with the cat on the other side. And sometimes, cats are the visitors, shamelessly peering through the glass to see what the neighbors are up to. Some cats have the coziest window-side perches. Some cats are just precariously draped over the windowsill, as only a cat can manage. Sometimes it's an owner, returning from work or errands, being tracked by the cat(s) of the family. Some cats are so laid-back they'll make you smile (not without a pinch of envy). Then there are the absolute hooligans who take on shades and win and the natural comedians, delighting humans with their antics. Go, kitties! All posts include a location. Quirky commentary an optional bonus. Come straight here for your daily fix of adorable cat pics. 

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