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Restaurant.com releases their Hot Food Trends for the New Year

Break free from the same-old dining routine in 2014 and try something new with the help of Restaurant.com. To help you start your own dining adventures, Restaurant.com has compiled the 3 hottest trends to conquer at local restaurants near you. Resident trend-guru, Restaurant.com President and Chief Marketing Officer Christopher Krohn provided his predictions that will grace our plate in 2014. With these trends, you're sure to have a spicy year, but only if you dare!

1. Egg-cellent Adventures

While it's hard to determine when this trend ignited, it's definitely picked up pace and could reach its peak of popularity in 2014. The breakfast for dinner craze and increasing popularity of regional specialties, like Korean Bibimbap and
Mexican Huevos Rancheros, will only grow the trend of egg-y fusions. Plus, there's an emerging sense from the scientific crowd that eggs are healthier than perhaps you previously thought, which will feed consumer interest in this farm-fresh favorite. All in all, 2014 will be the year of the egg, so you might as well get cracking!

We dare you: Next time you order a burger or stir fry, ask them to top it off with a fried egg or two. The added protein will help boost your metabolism and satisfy your hunger!

2. Farm to Fork

Diners growing eco-awareness and their desire for the wholesome simplicity of home-style cooking and minimally-processed foods is on the rise. Riding this wave, restaurants are returning to their predecessors roots, sourcing fresh
produce and natural ingredients and cooking them up in a style that more closely resembles the authentic recipes that graced Grandma's kitchen table rather than modern, industrial food products.

We dare you: When people hear farm to fork, they immediately think of steamed vegetables, but this trend encompasses more than just radishes and such. Tender meat alternatives and locally produced cheeses are two items to look for on the menu. Don't be afraid to order something with a beet or two for an added super food bonus!

3. Tea Time, All the Time

Once confined primarily to Asian restaurants, tea is an increasingly popular beverage. In 2014, you'll find tea used for novel and surprising purposes. For example, ground teas like matcha and chai can be used as dry rubs and marinades
for beef, chicken or veggies. Tea-smoked salmon and pork will both make headway in the new year, and English-style tea-time gatherings at local cafes will also be big.

We dare you: To find these tea-fusion meals, take a trip to an Asian fusion restaurant near you and keep an eye out for tea-smoked pork, ribs, or stir fry. For an added bonus, try one of our other favorite food trends of 2014, a hot sauce like sriracha.

We love to try new foods at Mom Among Chaos. We will keep you updated when we try a great new restaurant.
Are you feeling brave? Why not tackle the rest of our top food trend list on the Restaurant.com blog:
http://thedish.restaurant.com/take-a-bite-out-of-2014-hot-food-trends-for-the-new-year/. Your tummy will thank you!

Find more info. at these links:
. Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/Restaurant_com
. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/restaurantcom
. Blog post: http://thedish.restaurant.com
. Google+: +restaurantcom

*Disclosure: No compensation was given for this post.

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How You Can Become Part of the PBA Tour

Bowling, like all other sport, has its various national and international governing bodies that not only oversee the regulations and rules of the sport, but also hold the most prestigious events. When it comes to bowling, the biggest organization may be the Professional Bowlers Association (PBA). Every year, this organization hosts the PBA Tour which is considered to be one of the more difficult but additionally most important events in bowling and the title only will go to the best of the most effective. You might be pretty decent at bowling, in which case it is perfectly normal for you to ask yourself whether you ought to join the PBA Tour or not. The following is how you practice it.

First, of all, just having a good game does not mean you can join the PBA Tour. There are specific qualifications you have to meet. To be able to even obtain a membership, you must meet one of many following three criteria: use a 190 or higher average in a sport league sanctioned by the USBC, cash in a PBA Regional tournament as being a non-member, or play a league season with around 200 or better (minimum 36 games).

But this does not guarantee a spot in the tour. If you meet the necessary criteria it is possible to officially join the PBA. You need to win a Tour Qualifying Round (TQR) or perhaps a regional PBA tournament as a way to enter the tour. Only special players are exempt from this and can join any PBA event they wish. According to the type of membership you have, you may be eligible to participate in various qualifying tournaments throughout the year. You will earn a spot within the PBA Tour if you manage to pass one.

In order to boost your game and be part of the PBA Tour, you want quality equipment such as bowling ball bags with wheels. Head on over to http://bowlingbags.com to find everything you need.

Rylie & Katelyn bowling with friends

Crystal and Stephanie from Mom Among Chaos think now is the perfect time to start practicing to become part of the PBA Tour. Michigan winters stink, so why not spend some time indoors at your local bowling alley. Make it a family fun day. Don't forget to visit http://bowlingbags.com to get everything you will need to start bowling.

*Disclosure: Sponsored post. Mom Among Chaos was paid for this promotion.

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“CAN’T STOP SINGING”
FUN AND FURRY FRIENDS arrive at the Fox Theatre
on January 23, 2014 for Detroit’s family favorite tradition.

Join the chorus for this toe tapping, finger snapping musical event! All you need is a song when Elmo, Abby Cadabby, Murray and all of your favorite Sesame Street friends bring the magic of music to life on stages big and small – and right into the audience! The all-new Sesame Street Live “Can’t Stop Singing” is at Fox Theatre from Thursday, Jan. 23 through Monday, Feb. 17.

Tickets ($15, $25, $35 Gold Circle and $68 Sunny Seats) are on sale now and can be purchased at OlympiaEntertainment.com, the Fox Theatre and Joe Louis Arena box offices, Hockeytown Authentics in Troy (without service charge) at all Ticketmaster locations and Ticketmaster.com. To charge tickets by phone, call (800) 745-3000. For additional information, call (313) 471-6611. Groups of 10+ SAVE! Please call (313) 471-3099 for more information.

When Elmo gets his furry fingers on Abby Cadabby’s magic wand, there’s something in the air - and Sesame Street becomes a nonstop, all-singing, all-dancing musical montage! Grover and Baby Bear sing their highs and lows, Cookie Monster sings fast and slow, Bert and Ernie converse in song and Murray makes mouth music for all to sing along! Learn why it feels good to sing a song, but why it feels good to stop, too! What will Elmo learn about the power of musical magic? Join the conga line of fun to find out!

Sesame Street Live “Can’t Stop Singing” offers a fun-filled learning experience packed with the razzle-dazzle of interactive live performance, including up-close and personal interactions on the audience floor! Like television’s Sesame Street, each Sesame Street Live production features timeless lessons for all ages. The universal appeal of each Broadway-quality musical production continues long after preschool. Adults will appreciate the high-tech stagecraft, cleverly written script, and music they’ll recognize and enjoy sharing with children, such as fun new parodies of “Shout” and “You Can’t Stop the Music.”

Performance Schedule:

Thursday, Jan. 23 11 a.m.** & 6:30 p.m.*

Friday, Jan. 24 11 a.m.**& 6:30 p.m.

Saturday, Jan. 25 10:30 a.m., 2 p.m. & 5:30 p.m.***

Sunday, Jan. 26 10:30 a.m., 2 p.m. & 5:30 p.m.

Wednesday, Jan. 29 11 a.m.**

Thursday, Jan. 30 11 a.m.** & 6:30 p.m.*

Friday, Jan. 31 11 a.m.** & 6:30 p.m.

Saturday, Feb. 1 10:30 a.m., 2 p.m. & 5:30 p.m.

Sunday, Feb. 2 10:30 a.m., 2 p.m. & 5:30 p.m.

Thursday, Feb. 6 11 a.m.** & 6:30 p.m. *

Friday, Feb. 7 11 a.m.** & 6:30 p.m.

Saturday, Feb. 8 10:30 a.m., 2 p.m. & 5:30 p.m.

Sunday, Feb. 9 10:30 a.m., 2 p.m. & 5:30 p.m.

Thursday, Feb. 13 11 a.m.**& 6:30 p.m.*

Friday, Feb. 14 10:30 a.m., 2 p.m. & 5:30 p.m.

Saturday, Feb. 15 10:30 a.m., 2 p.m. & 5:30 p.m.

Sunday, Feb. 16 10:30 a.m. & 2 p.m.

A limited number of $35 Gold Circle seats and $68 Sunny Seats are available. The Sunny Seats package features premium show seating, pre-show photo opportunities, music, play, and a pre-show Meet & Greet photo opportunity with two Sesame Street Live friends, including Elmo! Sunny Seats are not available for the Kids Matinee shows. Find more info. here: http://sesamestreetlive.com/faq

*Opening/Family Night – all seats (excluding Gold Circle and Sunny Seats) are $10.

** Weekday Kids Matinee -- $8 Schools/Daycares and $10 general public.

*** Detroit Public Television’s Benefit Performance: Saturday, January 25 at 5:30 p.m. For more information, please call 800-859-9887 or visit DPTV.org.

For information online, please visit www.sesamestreetlive.com.

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We attend this fun show every year. It makes a great tradition to start with your family. I always think of it as a nice break from the long boring winter here in Michigan. Also if you have never been the the Fox Theatre it's surprisingly beautiful inside. Here are some photos of our 6 year old daughters at the show last year.

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