Freshwater generators convert saltwater into potable water using heat and pressure. They are important for long sea voyages and are increasingly used in desalination plants. However, they are expensive and require maintenance. Generators are not a solution for widespread water shortages, as they are not powerful enough to meet the scale of the need. A […]
Fresh Kills was a landfill in Staten Island, New York, that closed in 2001 due to environmental issues. It covers 220 acres and is being transformed into a public park with environmentally friendly features, including wind farms and native plant and animal species. The site was reopened in 2001 to intern World Trade Center debris […]
Frozen food is a convenient solution to the time gap between harvesting and serving, but whether it is as healthy as fresh food depends on the individual food. Fresh food is most nutritious when picked ripe, but grocery store produce is typically picked before it is ripe. Frozen food is allowed to mature longer before […]
To get the best coffee, buy from a specialty shop, consider the natural source of the coffee, determine your taste preferences, note when the coffee was roasted and ground, and store it properly to preserve freshness. Despite what some people may say, all coffee is not the same. If you realize this and want a […]
The phrase “fresh from the oven” can mean something recently baked or new and innovative. It can also be used to describe food products or a novice in a particular situation. Its meaning depends on the context in which it is used. The expression “fresh from the oven” can be used both literally and metaphorically. […]
English is full of idioms, including “cool as a cucumber,” which describes someone who remains calm in difficult situations. The internal rhyme and sensory details make it well thought out. Cucumbers are rarely cooked and are often used in salads. Other food-related idioms include “peanuts” for cheap prices and “red as a beet” for embarrassment. […]