The Importance of Translation Chemistry

The Importance of Translation ChemistryIf you are currently planning to undertake a university program in a foreign country, it is important that you have the most complete grasp of the 'translation chemistry' in your own country. There are many ways that individuals can obtain this, but it is important to understand the basics and make sure that you will be able to succeed if you are a student who plans to go abroad.Many individuals seek out numerous methods to translate their own work. In some cases, these individuals will utilize an online translator that they purchase from an agency. The cost of these services can be considerably cheaper than those services that you might find at your local library.In other instances, individuals do not even want to go into a university setting because they would rather complete translations themselves. If you're in such a situation, you should first determine if you really want to learn the translation science. Once you've decided that you do, t here are several areas that you need to consider. The following paragraphs will discuss a few of these areas.First, the first thing that you need to think about is your level of proficiency. If you are not an advanced individual who can properly handle the language to successfully accomplish the task of translation, you will need to find a more intensive program that can help you reach your full potential. In some cases, you may need to do a bit of additional study to truly succeed, but it's important to realize that you can always enroll in further education or community college to further your studies.The next thing that you need to look at is your reading comprehension. For individuals that can read and write, learning to read and write the appropriate language is very essential to this process. However, as soon as you begin reading in the wrong tongue, you'll be unable to learn to comprehend and speak in the right language.Next, you may want to participatein discussion groups. T his can also be useful because individuals who live in similar surroundings often meet in this type of venue to exchange ideas and share experiences. This can be particularly useful if you have a roommate. You can ask him/her to help you learn to read and write the language by participating in the discussion group and practicing your new skills with them.Finally, you will want to find a few local libraries that have a number of open areas that you can borrow from. By checking out these items, you can make sure that you have all of the materials that you need to practice your new language skills, and you can even include a computer to keep track of your progress.

How to Approach Learning Music 3 New Exercises to Try

How to Approach Learning Music 3 New Exercises to Try Suzy S. Whether youre learning Spanish or learning piano, youll find that both are complex  languages with lots of history and unique  jargon. In this guest post, Mike Lowden from Falls Music School  bridges the gap between music and language by explaining just how similar they really are As a music teacher, I spend a good amount of time explaining to my students how learning music should be approached in a similar style to learning a language. Most professional musicians and music teachers consistently refer to “the language of music,” as this is a parallel thats accepted worldwide. Musicians Learn to “Talk” Music Like How Toddlers Learn to Speak How do infants learn to speak their  first words? They listen to what’s around them and do their best to copy it. As they grow older, they learn how to speak full sentences just as theyre taught. As they grow older still, theyre influenced on how to speak by  friends and other social groups (e.g. a group of teenagers repetitively using the same slang) and use all of these different resources to eventually sound like themselves.” People don’t put very much thought into it. Listen to anyone talk; even though there might be  individual nuances, language is actually a culmination of sayings from ones  parent(s), friends, teachers, and other social influences. People learn to talk by blending their social experiences together. Why do you think accents exist in certain regions and someone who moves there might eventually develop an accent? It all depends on whats around you; we humans like to absorb what we hear. Defining Your Musical Influences This is exactly the same process that musicians go through; we listen to players we like and end up emulating their style. If you’re really into B.B. King, you’re going to do your best to play just like him. But maybe later you get into another player, so you learn how they “talk.” Eventually, everything you’ve learned from the music you’ve played goes into your tool belt of  self-expression. There are many artists out there who are known for their own unique style, but all of them had  influences that shaped who they became. Put it into practice: Find a musician you really enjoy and see if you can trace back their musical history, almost like a family tree. If you have trouble tracing the history yourself, you can usually find interviews where they discuss their musical influences. Take note of some of their signature licks or musical tricks and see if they can be traced back. Its fun just to see how far back you can trace! This can be an extremely enlightening exercise. Bonus points if you do this with your own playing. Building Your Vocabulary Having an extended vocabulary is extremely important when you’re trying to express ideas through both your native language and the language of music. “Bad” and “egregious” both essentially mean the same thing, but those two words have different connotations; choosing one over the other can be vital to  expressing a story or idea. Building vocabulary in music is just as important. Not only does it help culminate your overall style, as stated above, but it also can be the difference between a good solo and a great solo. Having a limited vocabulary means you can only say so much in a particular way. The last thing an artist wants is to be limited. While one lick might fit and work well in a part of a song, there might be another thats able to display an emotion even more perfect. Composers and improvisers agonize over these nuances just as much as poets and novelists agonize over their word choices. A musician decides on music ideas just as a poet might decide to say “glorious” rather than “cool.” Put it into practice:  Listen to the same song done by two different artists. Choosing some unexpected covers to compare is a fun idea. See what differences of “vocabulary” they each end up choosing. Often, an artist may choose to express an idea thats exactly the same basically reciting what the artist before them did. If you pay close attention, many artists will choose subtle differences in licks or chord voicings to show how they think the song should be played. Learn both versions and compare! Speaking With the Right Nuances Another thing musicians spend a fair amount of time on is contemplating the “interpretations” of composers. This means that it’s not only important to play the notes correctly, but to express them in a very specific way. Think about it the way we say things in  our spoken language can sometimes be even more important than the words we’re actually saying. If you were speaking to your child and asked him or her  to make their bed very nicely, that might get the job done. If the child  still didn’t make the bed, however, you could repeat those same exact words but say them in a much sterner manner. Its likely that this change in tone will elicit a different response. Similarly, musicians focus on a lot of nuances with their music how to attack each note, how loud or soft to play (dynamics), how to phrase musical ideas, and so on. The list of nuances is almost endless! Understanding the Details This same idea can cross over to styles of music. I had a jazz professor who would consistently tell students who had trouble swinging, “You’re saying the right thing, but you’re speaking French with a Russian accent it ain’t right!” This meant that even though somebody was playing the right notes for it to be considered jazz, the nuances didn’t quite fit with the style, and, therefore, sounded funny. This is exactly why someone who speaks the native tongue of a country can always tell if someone else hasn’t learned it as their first language. Sure, the words are right, but it sounds forced and foreign. It takes a lot of learning and practice to sound natural. A lot of people don’t realize that these subtleties are what make a piece of music so powerful. Put it into practice:  Start actively listening to ways people approach certain musical phrases and try to identify what makes one style different than another. If you’re a musician, try this with your own playing. What are other ways you can interpret the same phrase? Do you have trouble playing a particular style of music even though you can technically play the notes correctly? Look at what nuances you might have to add! The Takeaway These concepts are only the tip of the iceberg! All of the world’s best musicians are great because they have become so fluent in the language of music. If you’re learning music, use these approaches to improve your skills.  If you’re a seasoned pro, you can always improve your musical fluency.  Happy practicing! Guest  Author: Mike Lowden Mike Lowden has been playing the guitar for as long as he can remember, and enjoys playing every type of music that he can get his hands on. Mike has education from the Berklee College of Music, and studied Jazz at the University of Akron. Now the guitar instructor and co-owner of Falls Music School, in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, his mission is not only to teach music students at the school, but also through online content. Photo by Nic McPhee Interested in Private Lessons? Search thousands of teachers for local and live, online lessons. Sign up for convenient, affordable private lessons today! Search for Your Teacher

The Life-Changing Thing to Do at Your Next Voice Lesson

The Life-Changing Thing to Do at Your Next Voice Lesson Suzy S. How can you ensure youre making the most of your time in your singing lessons? Record yourself singing, so you can listen back on it later! Consider this advice from Hayward, CA teacher  Molly R... Back when I first started voice lessons, my teacher always made sure before we got started that I brought my tape (this was the early 90s!) so that I could record the lesson. As both a student and a teacher, I certainly know the value in recording your voice lessons. When you record yourself singing, you learn everything a LOT quicker. Do you find yourself asking your teacher, What should I practice? There won’t be any questions as to what you need to work on if you simply refer to your recordings! You’ll hear what worked … what didnt work… and furthermore, you’ll have all your vocal warm-ups in there. If you don’t record your lessons, youre likely to forget some of the exercises . Take it up a notch take a video recording! It’s even more beneficial if you can get a video recording of yourself. This way you can see absolutely everything you’re doing after all, you are a performer! You can see how you’re standing, any tension you may carry, your expressions, and so on. The more you can capture, the more helpful it will be in your overall development as a singer. You do more than just make sound. But do keep in mind that what you hear as you’re making your sound is different from what everyone else hears! That’s another reason why you must record yourself singing during voice lessons. Although we go by feel rather than listening as we sing, it’s still important to know what we actually sound like.  I like to remind my students that you usually are a lot more pleased with the sound on the recording than you thought you would be so don’t be afraid! Dont have fancy equipment? Thats OK The good news is that it’s very easy to record your voice lessons these days. Almost everyone has a smartphone or tablet, and both are excellent for recording and simple to use. Since you’re usually carrying it around, make sure you take it out at the beginning of your lesson and USE IT! You and your voice teacher will both be very happy that you did. Make recording your voice lessons a habit, and you’ll definitely find yourself making steady progress! Molly R. teaches online and in-person singing lessons in Hayward, CA. Her specialties include teaching beginner vocalists, shy singers, children, teens, lapsed singers, and older beginners. She joined TakeLessons in November 2013.  Learn more about Molly  here! Interested in Private Lessons? Search thousands of teachers for local and live, online lessons. Sign up for convenient, affordable private lessons today! Search for Your Teacher Photo by  Tracy Byrnes

The Best Russian Songs

The Best Russian Songs What Are the Most Famous Russian Songs? Chapters“Kalinka”, the Most Famous Military SongRussian Music: “Katioucha”, the One That’ll Make You CryThe “Trololo” Song, Russia’s Comic Side“Podmoskovnie Vetchera” (The Moscow Nights)Dorogoï Dlinnoyou (The Long Road), An Unexpected SuccessRussian Music: “Kombat”“Farewell of Slavianka” by the Red Army Choir“Rumka Vodki na Stole” (Glass of Vodka on the Table)Russian Music: “Alyosha”, a Symbolic Song“Ostrov Nevezeniya”, from the Film The Diamond Arm“Listen more, talk less.” - Russian ProverbWhen Russia hosted the World Cup in 2018, a lot of people were introduced to different aspects of Russian culture, including the music. There are hundreds of thousands of people who know the most famous Russian songs.Did you know that the Russian language uses the Cyrillic alphabet?For the purpose of this article, we’ve transcribed the titled using the Latin alphabet.  The music from Russia is as expansive as the country itself and Russia has an impre ssive orchestral and classical music repertoire including Tchaikovsky, Igor Stravinsky, Rachmaninoff, Prokofiev, and Shostakovich, not to mention contemporary music, opera, folk, etc.While we can't go through all of Russia's music, we will have a look at a few songs we reckon that you have to listen to if you want a better understanding of music in Russia.In this article, we're taking a quick tour of the Russian musical landscape and 10 Russian songs that you may not necessarily like, but definitely should listen to! LavaRussian Teacher 5.00 (8) £25/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors LarisaRussian Teacher 5.00 (2) £30/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors InaRussian Teacher 4.88 (8) £30/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors IrynaRussian Teacher 5.00 (8) £12/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors EvgeniaRussian Teacher £30/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors AnastassiaRussian Teacher 5.00 (2) £30/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors NikolaRussian Tea cher 5.00 (4) £20/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors MargaritaRussian Teacher 5.00 (3) £18/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors“Kalinka”, the Most Famous Military SongIf you know much about Russian popular culture, you’ll have probably have heard the song Kalinka at least once in your life. You might have even heard one of the various translations into other languages.There's a lot of militaristic symbolism in Russian music. (Source: WikiImages)Kalina, from Kalinka, is also a common Slavic name.  The song “Kalinka” is essential, it’s a metaphor for women’s natural beauty, something which made the song hugely popular. It was composed by Ivan Petrovich Larionov in 1860 and was performed by many, which eventually gave it its Russian folk music version.There’s also a Cossack version of the song with a really militaristic feeling to it.Russian Music: “Katioucha”, the One That’ll Make You CryKatioucha is another essential Russian song. It was written in Mikhail Isakovsky and Matvey Blanter and tells the story of a young girl writing a prayer for her lover who’s fighting on the front lines. The name “Katioucha” is the diminutive of Catherine in Russian.As a military number, it’s part of the Red Army Choir’s repertoire. It’s a rousing song that has been used to lift the spirits of the Russian people on numerous occasions, especially during the Second World War.For a few years, Valeria Kurnushkina has performed it alongside the Red Army Choir. It’s a very moving song!  During the World Cup, Russian fans sang this song on their way back home following their defeat to Croatia.Take  Russian classes London.The “Trololo” Song, Russia’s Comic SideThis song became a huge internet meme and was performed by Eduard Khil. The song’s real name is “? ????? ???, ???? ? ??????? ??????????? ?????” (I Am Very Glad, as I'm Finally Returning Back Home) and the original version had lyrics.The original lyrics told the story of a n American cowboy that was heading back to the US before being changed either through censorship or down to the artist’s choice.The version without lyrics was nicknamed the “Trololo” song online and has been viewed millions of times on social networks and sites like YouTube and BuzzFeed.The singer, Eduard Khil, became famous outside of Russia almost overnight. He was actually a holder of the Merited Artist of the RSFSR.Find out more about famous Russian people.“Podmoskovnie Vetchera” (The Moscow Nights)This song is as famous in Russia as TV themes are in the UK. In fact, Podmoskovnie Vetchera was composed in 1955 by Mikhail Matusovsky and became the theme tune for Radio Moscow.The song wasn't originally about Moscow at all... (Source: opsa)Did you know that the lyrics were changed at the request of the Minister of Education at the time since the song was about Leningrad rather than Moscow?It was originally performed by Vladimir Troshin, broadcast in China as of 1957, and a French version was created and performed by Francis Lemarque in 1959.The song was used to welcome Mikhail Gorbachev in 1989 to the White House.Discover the best Russian TV shows. LavaRussian Teacher 5.00 (8) £25/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors LarisaRussian Teacher 5.00 (2) £30/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors InaRussian Teacher 4.88 (8) £30/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors IrynaRussian Teacher 5.00 (8) £12/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors EvgeniaRussian Teacher £30/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors AnastassiaRussian Teacher 5.00 (2) £30/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors NikolaRussian Teacher 5.00 (4) £20/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors MargaritaRussian Teacher 5.00 (3) £18/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutorsDorogoï Dlinnoyou (The Long Road), An Unexpected SuccessThis song is known in the English-speaking world as Those Were the Days. However, it was originally a Russian romantic folk song. It was translat ed into French, Spanish, German, Italian, Persian, and Hungarian and was famously covered by Paul McCartney and Dalida.It was composed in the 1920s under the Soviet Union and became popular in Western Europe in the 1960s, particularly in the UK and France. The Muscovite version, with dancers, is the most popular version.This is one of the most-recorded Russian songs of all time with over 40 different versions having been recorded.Russia is also famous for its ballets. (Source: xusenru)Russian Music: “Kombat”The song “Kombat” was created in 1996 by the composer Igor Matvienko and became famous with his group Lyube. They’re famous for their music without the political waffle present in songs by other artists.The lyrics speak for themselves: “bullets, vodka, cigarettes, shoot or you die!”. Like a lot of other songs in Russian, it focuses on the idea of victory, defeat, and war. The 90s was the decade during which modern Russia was being rebuilt following the collapse of t he Soviet Union. Russian culture is definitely in sync with Russian history.“Farewell of Slavianka” by the Red Army ChoirThis is a patriotic march written by Vasily Agapkin about the First Balkan War (1912-1913). It’s about Slavic women saying goodbye to their husbands and partners as they head off to war.  There are two versions of the song, one from 1912 and another from 1997.For many years, there were famous Russian composers advocating the song’s use as the Russian national anthem. The song is now an unofficial part of the Red Army Choir’s repertoire.The national anthem of Russia is the melody of the Soviet anthem but with new lyrics and replaced “The Patriotic Song” in 2000.“Rumka Vodki na Stole” (Glass of Vodka on the Table)Here’s a song that’s as emblematic as it is cliché.Isn’t vodka an essential part of Russian culture, after all?The song describes it perfectly. It was written and performed by Grigory Leps and was a success in Russia, especially at the end of the Soviet era.There's a whole world to discover when it comes to Russian music. (Source: 3dman_eu)Can a glass of vodka fix everything?No, but it might make a difference (in Russia, at least).  This pessimistic song was inspired by the repressive Soviet era and is based on a common Russian proverb that states that repression can affect people from all walks of life.Russian Music: “Alyosha”, a Symbolic SongSymbolism is never far away in Russian culture and the song “Alyosha” was composed in 1966 by Eduard Kolmanovsky. The song is about the Aloysha monument in Plovdiv, Bulgaria. The monument honours the Soviet soldiers who died during the occupation of Bulgaria during the Second World War.Not to be confused with the Ukranian singer Alyosha who performed at Eurovision in 2010.The song is particularly popular in Bulgaria and Russia and the two countries often exchange performances of the song.“Ostrov Nevezeniya”, from the Film The Diamond ArmAndrei Mironov is one of the most famous actors in Russia. The Diamond Arm (1978) was one of the most watched films in Russia and “Ostrov Nevezeniya” (The Island of Misfortune) is a popular song that many groups have covered.Take some Russian language lessons.To learn more about Russian literature and culture, there’s nothing better than watching films or listening to songs.While most of the emblematic Russian songs come from famous ballets like the Nutcracker or Swan Lake, there are also plenty of Russian songs from popular culture, too. Whether they’re about the Russian revolution, the Russian Federation, or even the country’s relationship with the West, they’re all popular.So which one would you like to listen to?Whether you like the violin, flute, percussion, harp, fiddle, cello, accordion, mandolin, balalaika, or choral music, there are plenty of Russian folk songs, instrumental pieces, contemporary music, concertos, and pop tunes from the days of the Russian Empire, the time of the USSR , and new music for a new Russian Federation.You needn't be a professional musician, performer, or studying composition to appreciate traditional music from Russia or a few of the country's most famous bands! Additionally, you can always listen to Russian music on the radio or at concerts. Be it a symphony orchestra led by a famous conductor or composer, chamber music, or something with melodies more similar to Western music, there's something for all tastes in Russia.If you're interested in learning more about the Russian language, you should definitely consider getting in touch with a private tutor to help you achieve your linguistic goals and better understand Russian music and the surrounding culture.

Online Math Tutor Help

Online Math Tutor Help Learning does not have an end and so it becomes very tough for the non learners to move on with learning with the passage of time. Every subject that the school teaches us is important and every subject helps us in some way or the other. This is the reason why all these subjects are included in the school’s academic curriculum. It is important for every parent to help their child with the subjects as from a very tender age the building of the base will help the student to reach further.This is one of the best ways through which students and their parents get attracted. Online Math Tutor Help is no more a cause of worry for you with TutorPace is there to help you out. Today every child requires minimum level of education so that they can lead a happy and a bright future. Good online math tutor can help them with all the best possibilities in their lives. The journey of education begins at home which gets nurtured when a kid reaches school. 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The process of online math tutor service involves teacher and student and the classes are conducted with the help of online chats, emails, video conferencing and even tele conferencing. This is one of the easiest ways that helps the parents and the students in many ways possible. It is better for the reader to know some of the features that online tutoring services provides so that it becomes easy for any of the student or their parent to have enough knowledge about what online tutoring is all about. It can help you to know the concept along with the benefits that after enrollment students can avail. Features of online tutoring The list of features includes: The good availability of teachers. This is one of the advantages that no other private tutor can provide. The teachers who are appointed for the online tutoring institutes have the best knowledge related with the subject.   After much research and a good level of interview session the teachers are appointed. 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Japanese Food Specialities

Japanese Food Specialities The Delights of Japanese Food ChaptersWhat is Traditional Japanese Food?The Diversity of Cuisine Throughout JapanHow is Japanese Food Adapted Around the World?The Top Ten Japanese Recipes You Can Try at HomeThe people of Japan enjoy an amazing statistic: they lead the world in life expectancy.It is not uncommon for Japanese men and women to live past the century mark; in fact, Japan holds the record for the highest number of centenarians.Is it because they enjoy a high quality of life? Because they exercise regularly? Because they live by a firm moral code and hold deep spiritual beliefs?Surely those elements play a part in prolonging life but another factor most likely weighs heavier on how the Japanese manage to live for so long and maintain relatively good health: their diet.Traditional Japanese food is low in complex carbohydrates and saturated fats â€" low in any kind of fat, for that matter.The emphasis on freshness defines Japanese cuisine.From shrimp that flail as you eat them to just-sliced sashimi and s ucculent sushi, there is virtually no processing involved in preparing a standard Japanese meal.As if that weren't healthy enough, there is the array of fermented components: miso, natto and tsukemono; even soy sauce is fermented.These ingredients are said to help boost immunity and improve digestion; there is even an indication that such foods can boost cognitive function.For these reasons alone, a close examination of the Japanese diet is warranted. Your Superprof obliges by uncovering facet of Japanese food that might as yet be unknown to you.Grab your chopsticks and get ready to drool! We’re off to explore the wonders of Japanese cuisine.Most other cultures tend to identify the dishes they prefer by the regions they hail from â€" Mexican food, Italian food and so on.And, to our knowledge, no other culture identifies their food as harmonious.By contrast, the Japanese have a single, comprehensive word to identify what defines traditional Japanese cuisine, with all that it entail s.Washoku literally means ‘harmonious food to eat’.As it happens, the first ideogram of its name represents 'harmony' as well as 'Japanese'... but it defies logic that they would call their own food Japanese.After all, we don’t label our food as English and, while we might identify French bread by that appellate, it would be highly likely that French people would simple call it bread, wouldn't it?Besides, if you take into consideration the overall culture; the spiritual beliefs that call for harmony and balance, identifying a washoku meal in the manner above makes perfect sense.So, what exactly is washoku, besides the designation of traditional Japanese food culture?This philosophy places emphasis on freshness and balance of tastes and textures; the essential formula is ‘a soup and three sides’; what is called ichiju-sansai.The soup would most likely be miso, although other dashi broth soups may feature. Another standard component would be the bowl of rice and the pickled vegetable, used as a palate cleanser between bites.Search for the best cooking classes London on Superprof's platform.The three sides may be served either as a set menu in a restaurant or, if dining with friends at home, could be:grilled meat or fishsushi and sashimi (or one without the other)tempura â€" battered and fried vegetables or meattofu â€" can be fried tofu or a different bean curd preparationseasonal vegetablesShould you venture into a high-end restaurant in Japan with a bit of extra money in your pocket, you may elect to experience kaiseki â€" the art of washoku dining at its most formal.Did you know there is an entire article about the rituals of formal dining in Japan as well as more about Japanese cuisine in general?The tonsatsu has been adapted from Dutch cuisine to suit Japanese tastes Image by takedahrs from PixabayThe Diversity of Cuisine Throughout JapanIn spite of the fact that, a long time ago, the Chinese revolutionised Japan, since then, Japanese culture has set out to define herself: in dress, art, language... and especially in her cuisine and food etiquette.One major factor that has impacted what people eat across the archipelago known as Japan is the Buddhist philosophy that no living animal shall be harmed.The Chinese, moving through the Korean peninsula, ‘imported’ the teachings of the Buddha to Japan around 550 CE.  This belief system started a gradual turning away from eating meat until even fish became taboo.The Japanese people had effectively become vegan and remained so for hundreds of years.Around the mid-19th century, what is known as the Meiji Restoration period, that emperor had many ideas that ran counter to the shogun leadership that had isolated the country for so long.He contended that outside ideas are good for Japan; they would help advance society. One of the good ideas he embraced was eating meat.He reasoned that the Dutch traders who visited the islands were so much bigger and stronger than his subjects becaus e of their diet.Find best cooking courses around thanks to Superprof.Soon, Japanese chefs were incorporating Dutch fare into their repertoire; tonkatsu, a breaded, fried pork cutlet soon earned its place as a staple of the Japanese food line-up, as well as tempura dishes.And so, yoshoku cuisine was born, eventually â€" and still, to this day coexisting alongside the more traditional washoku art of food in Japan.Did you know that tempura is not authentically Japanese?To learn more of its true origins, along with what defines washoku versus yoshoku cuisine and how to tell you where in Japan you are by the food on your plate, please direct yourself to our companion article.How is Japanese Food Adapted Around the World?As great as it would be to do so, we’ve not eaten at every single Japanese restaurant outside of Japan.For that matter, we’ve not eaten at every single restaurant inside of Japan, either.But we did get a decent sampling; enough to be able to distinguish between authen tic Japanese food eaten in Japan and food billed as Japanese elsewhere in the world.The first standout is in the presentation: it is common in Japanese restaurants (and households) to keep foods separate.Let’s say you ordered a standard meal: miso soup with three sides.Naturally, the soup ingredients would be combined, but then, you would have one small bowl for pickled vegetables, one small bowl for fresh vegetables and a small plate for the protein offering â€" tofu or fish. And a rice bowl, of course.Again, as assert: that 'segregation' is not true in every instance.Noodle dishes such as donburi and ramen combine ingredients. Stir fry would obviously entail combining ingredients; even sushi is a combination of fish and rice, sometimes wrapped in nori (seaweed).Still, if you’re in Japanese metro station or convenience store, you may find your eye straying to strikingly arranged, prepared meals for sale. Don’t disregard the fact that each bit of food sits in its own well!In f act, the bento box - a lunch box divided into small compartments, is so constructed for the purpose to keeping elements of a meal separate.To discover more amazing facts about Japanese food and authentic Japanese cuisine, feel free to indulge in our longer article.Discover how you can prepare an authentic Japanese feast for your next dinner party! Image by rawpixel from PixabayThe Top Ten Japanese Recipes You Can Try at HomeAre you a fan of chicken teriyaki? Do you crave your weekly California roll?Would you like to learn how to cook that beef sukiyaki or shrimp tempura you order every time you go to your favourite Japanese restaurant?If so, you will be delighted to know that most Japanese foods require little in the way of ingredients â€" certainly no salt, spices or garlic.On the other hand, the ingredients used in traditional Japanese food preparation are not generally sold in mainstream grocery outlets, so you might have to make a trip to your local Asian food store.While there, plan on stocking up on bean paste, fish flakes, rice wine and sesame oil.You might even pick up some wasabi while you’re there; there is a good chance that the stuff you bought at Tesco has more ingredients than it should...Also, don’t forget to pick up some Japanese rice and load up on fresh vegetables â€" especially green onion and, while you’re at it, a few jars of pickled daikon.You may also need a few kitchen tools before you start your Japanese culinary adventure: chopsticks, rice bowls and a sushi mat if you’re planning to try your hand at rolling sushi.Speaking of sushi...Did you know that those rice-wrapped treats are not authentically Japanese?Authentic sushi is essentially a strip of fish overlaying a small rice ball. Some might have a nori wrap on the outside.To learn how to make authentic sushi as well as other tasty Japanese creations, you can follow this ‘top-ten’ list of Japanese food recipes.Japanese food is healthy, balanced and emphasises harmony betw een the dishes as well as the consumer with his food.The colours, tastes, textures and flavours of real Japanese food underscore humans’ relationship with their environment.Instead of looking to mass production to feed the nation, local, seasonal and fresh - eating what is available is the focus of the Japanese food industry.Delicately handled to let natural flavours shine rather than layering everything in spices and sauces...The Japanese attitude toward food and nourishment allows for little waste yet supports the need for more than mere sustenance... all while showing reverence to ancient practices and beliefs.Sounds almost too good to be true, doesn’t it?

A Thanksgiving English Listening Exercise

A Thanksgiving English Listening Exercise In the United States this Thursday many of us  will gather together with friends and family to eat a great feast. It is a time when we (ideally) come  together to be thankful for our lives, our families, and our opportunities.It is also  a time when friends and family with  different views, beliefs and religions sit around a table and try to share a meal. Combine the potential for family arguments  with the difficult task of cooking  a giant turkey without burning it, and you have a recipe for a holiday disaster.The scene below from Saturday Night Live humorously captures some of the arguments about race and religion you might hear around dining room tables in the United States this  Thanksgiving, and combines it with Adeles new album, which everyone seems to agree on.Answer the listening questions below in comments and we will respond.Name all the things they are thankful for.Who did she see at the grocery store?What was she picking up from the store?Why is it your friends keep ____ ____ the police?Why does she ask him the offensive question?The Grandfather, Very interesting ______, this.What two things are ready?___ __ everyone!What does the above sentence mean?Are there any special feasts in your country that bring friends and family together? Is it common to have these types of disagreements at those special occasion dinners?Thanksgiving vocabulary:Autumn   The third season of the year, when crops and fruits are gathered and leaves fall, in the northern hemisphere from September to November and in the southern hemisphere from March to May: Carve To  cut (cooked meat) into slices for eating. Corn Cranberry sauce Feast   A large meal, typically one in celebration of something. Example: A wedding feast. Grateful Feeling or showing an appreciation of kindness; to thankful. Example: Im very grateful to you for all your help. Gravy Harvest   The process or period of gathering crops when the growing season has finished. Pilgrim Pumpkin pie Stuffing Turkey Yam

English Past Progressive Video

English Past Progressive Video In this lesson Frank and I talk about the past progressive, also known as the past continuous. I ask Frank if he has ever rescued a person or animal. He tells me a story about when he helped a co-worker. You can listen to him use the past progressive. We use the past progresive when we are talking about a longer action in the past that was interrupted by a shorter action in the past. Example: I was sleeping when the telephone rang.We also use the past progressive to set the atmosphere of a story. Example: It was raining and I was waiting at the bus stop.We form the past progressive with the past of the verb ‘be’ (was or were) + Verb INGCommon mistakes:Using the present progressive form am/are/is. Remember that present progressive is for an action happening now. Past progressive is for an action that started and ENDED in the past. Not using the correct form of the verb ‘be’ ‘I was running, You WERE running, She was running, we WERE running, they WERE running. Not using the v erb ‘be’ I running to the car. INCORRECT. I WAS running to the car. Using the past progressive when you should use past simple. We use the past simple when we talk about a repeated action in the past. When we were on vacation we went swimming everyday.

5 tips on workplace etiquette in Hong Kong

5 tips on workplace etiquette in Hong Kong Starting a new teaching job in any Asian country can be intimidating because many of these countries have a lot of customs any traveler should be aware of, especially when meeting new people. Hong Kong, often described as a place where “East meets West”, due to its Chinese roots and influence from British colonization, can be confusing for any expat. We’ve compiled some tips that will help you before your big move to teach English in Hong Kong:When meeting someone, greet them with a handshake, but be aware that this handshake may be a bit less firm than a Western handshake.Exchanging business cards is also the norm, but be careful when you are doing this! When presenting and receiving business cards, use both hands to hold the card by the corners. If you use only one hand, this could be seen as rude. Also, when you are receiving a business card, look at the card when you take it, or else it could seem dismissive.Gift giving is common. When you first start out in a new workplace , you could bring in treats, such as pastries or snacks, for your colleagues. This is not absolutely necessary, but it is common in the Hong Kong workplace. Plus, you’d get to bond with your new coworkers over food!Standing and sitting can be tricky. Perhaps you’re eating lunch out with coworkers and a friend sees you from afar and swings by your table to say hi. Since they’re standing, you should definitely be standing up as well when you’re chatting with them, as a sign of respect. Hong Kong Chinese can be reserved and uncomfortable with body contact, so avoid hugging, kissing, or patting people on the back. Now that you know a bit about these customs, you’re ready to try these out in Hong Kong! View  our current opportunities there on our job board.