Pop-Smile Popcorn from Taiwan

Yes, I love snacks, I love popcorn, I love trying unique things from around the world.  Like, Pop-Smile popcorn, from Taiwan.  Have I been to Taiwan?  Nope.  But our monthly snack box subscription featured exactly one item from Pop-Smile, and I was thrilled to try it. "Established in 2006, Taiwan Smile Food has became one of leading manufacturer in Asia.  By using premium raw materials and non-GMO corn, we have already developed nearby...

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Castronovo Chocolate

Castronovo is a luxury, small batch, chocolatier based in Florida.  The product range includes a few other chocolate based items, such as caramel pralines, or chocolate honey, but for the most part, they keep it simple: bars only, no mix-ins, single origin.  They make a number of award winning chocolates.   I tried a bar when a friend brought it to our office.  It wasn't the variety I'd select on my own (100%) but it was fun to try,...

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QF 74, SFO-SYD

Flight Details: Flight QF74, SFO-SYD Aircraft: 747-400 Departure: 8:35pm (scheduled) Arrival: 6:10am (scheduled) Seat: 5J Cabin & Seat I like the Qantas seat, for sitting, more than most.  Lots of adjustments you can make, to recline, leg rests, etc. I found it pretty easy to find a comfortable seated position. For dining too, it isn't bad.  The tray table slides in reasonably close. That said, the seats have very, very little storage or usable...

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