In the past, when consumers thought of rum, popular name brands like Bacardi were at the top of the list. More recently, however, a group of newer highly specialized rum producers have gained in popularity and interest amongst rum aficionados. As discussed in prior posts, alcohol consumption must be weighed against its associated health risks. When considered for personal or culinary … [Read more...] about Guatemala’s Hidden Secret – Incredible High Altitude Volcanic Rum
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Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso Places Focus On Maternal Healthcare
Aiming to implement changes to reduce the markedly elevated maternal mortality rates in New York City, Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso continued his efforts to raise public awareness via an appearance on Spectrum 1 News. Brooklyn's current BP has taken additional steps by allocating 18.5 million dollars in capital funding to towards integrating women's health services on … [Read more...] about Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso Places Focus On Maternal Healthcare
Elevated Maternal Mortality Rates Alarming News : Black Women Are Four Times More Likely to Die in NYC
In a disturbing trend, the maternal mortality rate among black women in the United States is now three to four times higher compared to the general population and predominately white areas. The impact of racial disparities in health care, particularly those involving black women has reached a critical level, placing both women and their children at an alarmingly high risk for … [Read more...] about Elevated Maternal Mortality Rates Alarming News : Black Women Are Four Times More Likely to Die in NYC
Cause of Jose Cuervo Factory Tank Explosion Remains Unknown
The exact cause of a massive explosion at the La Rojeña Factory in Tequila, Jalisco that resulted in at least six deaths remains unknown. According to Civil Protection Jalisco, the explosion that occurred on Tuesday at 4:30 pm CST was likely due to a boiler but the exact cause is still being investigated. The La Rojeña Factory is one of the oldest tequila distilleries in Latin America … [Read more...] about Cause of Jose Cuervo Factory Tank Explosion Remains Unknown
Enchiladas Suizas – A Beverage Pairing Challenge
Mexican food is some of the best on earth. It's also one of the most challenging when it comes to pairing with beverages. The complexity of spices, texture and sheer range of cuisine choices and combinations makes it difficult to rely on a simplistic approach. Just imagine - many traditional moles contain 30 different ingredients and some can have over 100 ! That's a lot of food … [Read more...] about Enchiladas Suizas – A Beverage Pairing Challenge