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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 2007-05-03, Page 23(MS) — Do you believe that thestars play a role in shaping who youare? Many people make financial,romantic and other personal choices based upon their horosocpes. It should come as no surprise that there are those who also rely on their astrological signs to offer pointers on how to approach design and renovations in their homes. It has become quite popular to fashion rooms around the intricaciesof astrological signs to ensure thatrooms are unique to the people whoreside in them. In this light, Home & Garden Television (HGTV) has a show on their broadcast lineup called What’s Your Sign Design, geared toward making over rooms with the stars in mind. Want to get a sneak peek of what decorating ideas may fit your sign? Check out these ideas, courtesy ofHGTV.com.Aries: You prefer rooms withsimple, bold designs.Taurus: You get a kick out of rooms that have an inviting, traditional feel. Gemini: You want flair, Gemini, especially when decorating. Cancer: Cancers seek tranquility in their living spaces. Leo: You are drawn to bold, elegant designs.Virgo: If it’s organized and well-though out, you’re going to love it.Libra: You desire rooms that areairy and clean. Scorpio: You enjoy creating “caves” out of rooms, using rich, deep colours. Saggitarius: Mix it up with an eclectic smattering of designinfluences.Capricorn: Warm and earthyspaces say “home” to you.Aquarius: You prefer spaces that lean toward the contemporary. Pisces: You’re most interested in creating spaces that are dream- like. Continued from page 21 Added Features There are many value-added features that can make outdoor cooking easy and more enjoyable. • Cooking Surface – There are many different types of cooking surfaces. Chrome is widely available, however is hard to clean and can rust. A porcelain–coated surface is non–stick, making it easier to use and clean, however keep in mind that it may chip over time. Stainless steel and cast iron are also available and are very durable. Cast iron takes longer to heat up, but retains heat better than stainless steel. When examining cooking surfaces, look for a thicker, heavier- gauge cooking grate which will last longer and distribute and retain heat better. • Rotisserie Burners – Rotisserie burners are used for spit roasting items such as chicken, roasts and turkey. • Side burners – Side burners are a great feature for those who want to enjoy the convenience and experience of total meal preparation outdoors. Whether you are using your side burner for light cooking such as warming sauces, Wok cooking or boiling corn, you will need to look for a side burner offering higher BTU’s. • Rear Rotisserie Burner - Expand your cooking potential with the addition of a Rear rotisserie infrared burner. A ceramic infrared burner will perfectly sear meat from the outside, trapping all of the flavours and juices of the meat as it self bastes to produce succulent results every time. A rotisserie kit is required, so look for a kit that includes a spit rod and forks for maximum taste. • Infrared Sear Burners – These burners get extremely hot. They are used to seal in flavor and create restaurant-style grilling. Great for steak! What is BTU? BTU stands for British Thermal Units and is a measurement of the amount of heat created by the burner. The number of BTUs should not be the deciding factor for choosing a barbecue. A grill with higher BTUs doesn’t necessarily produce more heat. Other factors include the size of the grill and how well the cooking surface holds and distributes heat. Don’t buy a grill just because it has high BTUs. Make sure you compare BTUs with the size and the shape of the grill. Smaller more compact grills can produce higher cooking temperatures with lower BTUs. 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