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The turtle is no stranger to Western culture, but its Japanese sibling has yet to make a widespread introduction. Dramatic in appearance and viewed as a harbinger of wisdom, prosperity, and longevity, the Japanese turtle may not be a common…
The truth isn’t always easy to spot, and may very well appear invisible to the naked eye. The magnifying glass is more than just a forensic tool or scientific accoutrement, but a symbol of dedication to that aforementioned truth by…
“Shaken, not stirred” was the famous cocktail catchphrase of James Bond, thus rendering the martini an iconic image of universal class and discerning taste. As in demand now as it was a century ago, the martini has come to represent…
If excitement is the spice of life, it’s no wonder lovers of caliente cuisine can’t get enough of either. Celebrated in dishes around the world, every culture has their own unique take on the potent pepper. For example, in Naples,…
Thoroughly modern inventions they may appear, but the shot glass has a lineage that dates back to the 17th century (although its official term of use would be declared shortly before WWII). Designed for a single “shot” of potent liquor,…
You don’t have to be a native Texan to appreciate the power of beef. A steak and a well-aged Scotch isn’t just the preferred feast of meat enthusiast Ron Swanson, but every man’s due banquet. And while a steak tattoo…
Is there any other food in the world that carries the rich and poignant symbolism of bread? A human staple since the ancient times, bread has come to symbolize all that man holds dear: nourishment, family, community, and spiritual fulfillment.…
As children we turned our noses up at the dreaded broccoli on our plates, desperately trying to negotiate our way out of finishing it. Even the universally popular Family Guy paid homage to the broccoli plant thanks to Stewie’s not-so-subtle…
“Come quickly, I am tasting the stars!” is the revelatory exclamation attributed to the Benedictine monk and champagne saint Dom Pérignon, and his fellow enthusiasts would surely toast to that. Champagne is the elixer of kings and generals, the very…
The frog holds a prestigious place in Japanese culture, so unlike our own in regards to such creatures. Believed to hold infinite powers of prosperity, luck, and lifelong abundance, the Japanese frog is heralded as the god of rainfall during…