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A four-way served at Skyline Chili If you order chili in Cincinnati, Ohio be prepared to answer the following question: "Would you like a two-way, three-way, or five way?"  The inquiry refers to ingredients.  Intrigued? As it turns out, Cincinnati is the chili capital of the world.  There are over 100 chili parlors in the greater metropolitan area, more than any other city in America.  And the chili in Cincinnati is unlike chili in other parts of the country.  Cincinnati chili is always served piping hot and spicy, but never, ever  jalapeno pepper hot.   It's about blending spices and creating delicious, subtle flavors, not about setting your mouth on fire. Cincinnati chili probably started in 1922 when Tom and John Kiradjieff, brothers of Macedonian origin, begin serving it over spaghetti at their hotdog stand.  Tom modified an ethnic stew to attract more customers.  Eventually, the brothers opened Empress Chili. [Their hotdog stand was nex...

Oh, won't you come a little closer? ... click here . Do you enjoy H all o w ee n like you did as a child?  Now that I'm an adult, I still love dressing up to celebrate. Give me an excuse, or a party to attend and I'm in.  We never grow too old to wear costumes for some frightfully-good fun.  So I want to get you in the spirit with today's spooky post. The tech wizards/geeks who come up with these greetings are so clever.  First sketching, then painstakingly syncing image, music and sound effects seamlessly together to tell a short, eerie story.  It takes hours to build.  What a great age we live in to experience such creativity and magic with the click of a mouse [or a touch on a screen].   Boo! Let's also do a roundup: What are your favorite Halloween candies?   Mine include Peanut M&Ms, Bit-O-Honey, Cry Babies, SweetTarts and Smarties.  How about you? Here are some ways to save on Halloween sweets: 1) Use the coupons printed in ne...

photo: Chang W. Lee/The New York Times If I lived in a city as bike friendly as Copenhagen, a bike would be my main mode of transportation.  What would be the downside?  Certainly, riding one is good for our health, wallets and the environment.  But the truth is, I'm scared to ride a two-wheeler during rush hours against aggressive drivers.  That can be dicy.  It would be ideal if more cities passed ordinances to make everyday bike riding safe.  Would restricting motor vehicles to certain areas and hours work in the city where you live?  Let's entertain the thought:  Truck deliveries could only happen between set hours.  No private cars allowed during peak hours.  Then offer alternatives, such as bike lanes, as well as, trolleys, or frequently running buses at low fares.  Continue to allow taxis and car service for people who need and will pay for them.  Plus, set a speed limit for bike peddlers too.  No racing like a man...

Can you imagine?  I don't like apple pie.  It's almost un-American, but I can't help it.  I like fresh apples and applesauce and apple cider, but not the pie, nor apple strudel for that matter.  And my mother makes a scrumptious apple strudel (I hear).  Sometimes she makes a cherry, peach, or blueberry strudel, which I love.  Ditto for other fruit pies and cobblers.  There's just something about the texture and flavor of baked apples I don't like.  Go figure my taste buds. Pie aside ... apples make healthy snacks.  They contain flavonoids, which help the body kill germs more efficiently.  Apples are excellent sources of antioxidants and fiber.  Studies suggest they prevent dementia, lower cholesterol and reduce your risks for lung, colon and prostate cancers.  Due to their bulk and high fiber content, apples can help people lose weight too. Fun facts * include: People have been eating Apples since 6500 B.C.  They are a me...

Neoprene-coat in assorted colors, $99 If you haven't heard of Canada's Joe Fresh brand of clothing, you are missing out on cute, contemporary, inexpensive style.  Truly, I can't rave enough! Designer Joseph Mimran, best known for the understated, minimal look he created for Club Monaco, *  before launching his  Joe Fresh label in  2006, just crossed the Canadian boarder to open stores in the US, including a flagship store on Fifth Avenue (at 43 rd Street) and another shop on Madison Avenue (at 80 th Street).  Yanks should be thrilled!  He has an entire line of fashion forward basics for men , women and children .  Apparel and accessories range mostly from $16 {for a soft, extra long, thin cotton, t-shirt with a pocket} to $99 {for a chic, neoprene coat in  assorted colors, including orange, blue, teal, brown and black}.   A tailored silk blouse is $19.  Wool-blended jumpers are $49, and cotton chino, or wool pants are $39. ...

According to a segment on The Today Show , 40 million people get sick from food poisoning each year.  It sends 128 thousand people to the hospital and kills three thousand adults and children (the very old, very young and folks who have compromised immune systems). Rosemary Ellis, editor-in-chief of GH, reminds us to be mindful while preparing food at home, or eating out.  If you missed the story, don't fret; I watched and bet some of her not  "to dos" will surprise you: [Paraphrased] 1. At the grocery store, prioritize shopping. – Buy can and packaged goods first and cold food last. 2. Make sure your supermarket's produce cooler is cold. – Bacteria thrives in warm temperatures. If cold food doesn't feel cold, don't buy it. 3. Keep a cooler with ice packs in your trunk. – Store foods in it, if you run errands instead of heading home.  Foods that need to stay cold can make you sick if left out for over 2 hours, giving bacteria a chance to grow. 4. Don't wa...