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Time to enjoy agave! Finally... A way to enjoy agave without the hangover! That's right, agave nectar — the current darling of the alternative sweetener world — is made from the same plant that is used to produce tequila. And it goes down so much easier (squeeze of lime and dash of salt are optional). But let's start with some basics. Agave nectar (sometimes called agave syrup) is an amber liquid that resembles honey, but has a cleaner, sweeter, even fruitier flavor. Not long ago it was mostly unheard of in the U.S., existing primarily in the backwaters of the natural foods world. In recent years, it has evolved into a booming $200 million industry. Suddenly, it's being used in everything from ketchup and barbecue sauce to baked goods and ice cream. And don't even get me started about the cocktail scene. Why all this attention to what amounts to the juice of a large cactus-looking plant native to Mexico? It helps that agave syrup is sweeter than conventional sugar. So while it has the same calories as white sugar, you can use less of it without sacrificing flavor. When substituting, aim to use about 25 percent less than you would with refined sugar. Many consumers also have latched on to agave's glycemic appeal. That is a fancy way of saying that agave syrup is believed to have a less intense effect on blood sugar levels. Now that we've had our SAT moment, what should you do with agave? In general terms, light agave works well with light, fruity desserts. Heavily seasoned items, such as pumpkin pie, call for amber. The darker agave also makes a fine pancake or waffle topping on its own. We also recommend the agave honey barbecued chicken, pictured top.
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[fashion and style] Belk re-opens at Town Center Mall
New stylists join Dyer & Posta
Belk hosted a grand re-opening at Town Center Mall in early October. The event included a $5,000 check presentation to SafePath Children’s Advocacy Center. The event was part of a nationwide re-opening of all Belk stores. Belk at Town Center Mall opened its doors in 2007. The newly remodeled store now boasts a 66,000square-foot main floor combining the two shops located adjacent to the mall entrance. Renovations will now include kids, young men and home shop to be included in one store Charlotte, N.C. based Belk, Inc is the nation’s largest privately owned mainline department store company with 303 Belk stores located in 16 Southern states.
The Collective is pleased to announce that Krysten Tarnuvzer and Rachel Carter have joined the talented team at Dyer & Posta. Tarnuvzer got her start at Vanasons Salon, an Aveda concept salon in Marietta, where she became an expert in Aveda, Redken, and Schwarzkopf products. She further honed her craft and developed her skills after receiving intense training from Aveda professionals and at hair shows. Carter also began her career at Vanasons Salon where she developed her skills under the training of top stylists such as Jamei and Sally Brooks from the UK and Aveda's Ian Michael Black and Johnnie Morgan.
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