food and mood

we ofthen eat to calm down or cheer up when we're feelings stressed or depressed.

now new research suggests there's a reason: food changes out brain chemistry.
these changes powerfully influence our moods, but can certain foods really make us feel better? nutrition  experts say yes,
 but what should we eat and what should we avoid? here are the foods that work the best, as well as those that can make a bad day worse.

food and mood - we ofthen eat to calm down or cheer up when we're feelings stressed or depressed. (you have to read this great article)

The Sweetest Baklava Gift Trays

By Beryl Dalton


Gift giving has always been so sweet. It is a pleasant surprise receiving something from your loved ones. Tangible and intangible gifts equally give smiles to the recipients, but food is most especially very appealing. You can share it to anyone, especially to your family and friends, even to your giver.

Foods not commonly found in your fridge like baklava are ideal for gift giving. Baklava gift trays, like chocolates, are sweet and romantic to give. Only these are a lot different than what people are usually receiving in occasions. It is almost Valentines day and this could be one of the most romantic gifts you can offer to your partner.

This pastry dessert was originally served in the Ottoman Empire. Western and Central Asia also include this as one of their traditional cuisines. There are regional variations to its recipe but the name is still the same. In the states, the tastiest baklavas are found in San Diego, California which has quite a number of stores that serve the delicacy as a specialty.

They come in attractive presentations and are laid in large trays. Melted butter separates the layers of the dough, each placed with nuts in between. The syrup or honey are then added to keep the nuts sticking to the dough. Some of them are then poured with chocolates, rasp berries, and raisins on top for better presentation.

In San Diego, California, there are already varieties of the pastry with different fillings. They still follow the traditional preparation, but they have added some twists into it to come up with new tastes. In Turkey, they authentically serve it with pistachios and kaymak. In San Diego, they also top it with raisins or blueberry then pour some syrup or melted chocolate over.

This is also perfect to bring to parties as finger food. This is something that the guests will pick because it is extraordinary and is very tasty. Since this is easy to make, you can actually make your own and assemble them into a gift tray. You can either give them away for free to your friends at some occasions or create your mini business with this.

If you do not have much time to make the pastry, you can simply buy in your local bakeries. You can actually find this in many different stores but they differ in quality, taste, and presentation. Choose the ones that best suit your preference.

Perhaps, this will be one of the best presents your friends will be receiving because these are unique and delicious. They may not get enough of it so make sure you buy or make a lot of it. They are not so expensive to make or to buy and the ingredients can be found easily. They are also readily available in your favorite pastry shops.

So when you think about giving gifts next time, try this idea. The best way to please people is through their tummies. For sure everyone you know will like baklava even if they have not tasted it yet. By giving it to them, you are triggering their excitement and warming their hearts. The nicest memories are best spent with family and friends talking over delicious delicacies.




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