-GrowlingJack

Hey guys,

So it’s been a month since I last updated my blog and for those that actually read my site I owe you guys a big apology. So sorry for the lack of content. With that being said, I want to share with you guys what I been doing for the past month.

Work

I mentioned in a few post back that I got a job. I’m currently working at a online marketing/advertising company as an marketing assistant. The company specializes in contextual targeting, search engine optimization, email marketing and more. Since I’m not being sponsored, so I won’t mention the name of the company =p. So anyways, a big part of my job involves writing newsletters, updating company blog, facebook, twitter, research, preparing for trade shows and other msc stuff. On a regular basis I do about 3-5 articles a week. This includes proof reading, coming up with slogans and creative writing. The job is 9-6, and since I’m living by myself now, I have to cook and prep when I get home. So by the time I reach home I really don’t want to read or write or research since I do so much of it at work already.

School

I’m currently studying part time at Seneca College every Tuesday night. This is for a Immigration Practitioner Certificate’s course and when I finish with this course I’ll be able to apply and get my Immigration license. I like doing new things and I like to keep my options open. So if I decide not to pursue a career in marketing or food, I like to have something to fall back on. If you guys have immigration issues that you want to ask me, I’m happy to help, but this would be outside of this blog.

My Birthday

October is also my favorite month for a few reasons. Canadian thanksgivings is in October and I enjoy the long weekends very much. Second of all, both my brother and I pretty much have the same birthdays and sometimes we celebrate together. This year we did a Chinese hot pot together, so it was pretty good. I also would like to give a shout out to my good buddy Quan for showing up, it really means a lot and don’t forget to pick up your container! For those that couldn’t make it, don’t sweat it there will be other occasions. Like I said before, I am living by myself so show up any time. I love to have guests.

Ending off

The other night I was out with a couple of buddies and one of them said to me. “Life is about experiences”, at first I thought that was the stupidest thing I’ve ever heard because, there was no punch line or in this case, that was the punch line. We sat there for about 30 mins and left. But thinking back now, my friend was right, life is about experiences and it wouldn’t mean anything if you can’t share them.

So before I go, I’m going to tell you guys what my future plans for the site will be. I will keep this site alive and have some new content. I have been to a few late night dives and I want to share my “experiences” with you guys. I’m going to relaunch the blog in a few months. I have a new banner, maybe a new design and try to have more original content. I’m also taking food related questions, so if you have a good one, please leave a comment. I would love to answer it for you. There were a few more thing I like to say, I think it has something to do with broken phone, grammar class, love advice, but those are all unrelated to food, so I’ll talk about it some other time. I’m going to answer this weeks question at the bottom. I hope you all enjoyed my update and look forward to more to come. Thank you for your support. Remember, stay hungry!

-GrowlingJack

Question of the week – Jack you eat so much, how do you stay so thin?

There’s really no secret to this question. This is due to a number of things. A big part of this is because I don’t have the fat gene. I eat about 4 meals a day and I just don’t get fat. With that being said, I don’t eat junk food, I cook 5 days a week and when I do eat out, I try to balance my meal with veggies and such.

I exercise for about once a week. Mostly push-ups, and stuff I can do at home. I go to bed pretty early and I get good rest. Its all about your life style. I hope this helps.

-Growling Jack

I been really busy lately. No time to post and no time to make my own food. So I been eating out a lot, mainly burritos, but that’s another story. Anyways, how bad are fast food really? Well, Sophie Clayton from NGF has charted out for us, some of the worst fast foods in terms of calorie counts. See which one tops the charts, you’ll be surprised. Link – Via NGF

Well I haven’t had nightmares in a while, but last night it came back in full force. I woke up 3 times and each was to my worst nightmares. So at this point I decided it’s best to just get up and be productive. Which, probably explains why I’m blogging at 8 instead of 11 am. Anyways it got me thinking. We all been told by our parents on how we shouldn’t eat candy at night. Maybe they were right. Could it have been something I ate that caused the nightmares? Can food really affect how the brain works when we sleep? The United Medical Network had published an article on Sleep and other health related conditions.

According to the article.

The following foods are known to contain tyramine, a chemical created in the breakdown of tyrosine, an amino acid protein. Tyramine acts as a brain chemical stimulant. The following foods and drinks are known to contribute to the formation of tyramine: all forms of alcohol, bacon, caffeine, cheese, chocolate, eggplant, ham, potatoes, sauerkraut, sausage, spinach, sugar, tobacco, tomatoes, and wine. People with sleep disorders should avoid these foods, especially at bedtime.

Tell me what you guys think. Link – Via United Medical Network

Great chiefs all of their own trick of the trade. But, the experts at Men’s Health published 30 simple and great tips and tricks for you to use in your kitchen. The first one is my favourite.

According to the article proper seasoning is essential to great cooking.

Proper seasoning is paramount. First, lose your saltshaker.  Pinch kosher salt straight from a dish. The coarse grains and the touch of your fingers give you maximum control. Add a pinch, taste, and repeat if necessary.

Trust me, you would want to check out the link for more great tips. Link – Via Men’s Health

And now for something totally different. These flags are made out of food. But just any food, it’s something from each country. They were created to promote The Sydney International Food Festival. Too bad I can’t find the Canadian one with maple syrup and peameal bacon or the American one with corn starch syrup and regular bacon. Anyways, check the Link – Via TOXEL.com