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The Vindication of Jack White

Photographs by Erik Tanner for The AtlanticSomething preposterous was happening the night I visited Third Man Records in Nashville. The label and cultural center founded by Jack White, of the White Stripes, generally strives for a freak-show vibe; you can pay 25 cents to watch animatronic monkeys play punk rock in the record store, and a taxidermied elephant adorns the nightclub. On the March night when I showed up, Bob Weir of the Grateful Dead was performing. Through a pane of blue-tinted glass at the back of the stage, another curiosity in White’s menagerie could be glimpsed: a 74-year-old audio engineer in a lab coat who calls himself Dr. Groove.In a narrow room behind the stage, Dr. Groove—his real name...

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15 Epic Man Cave DIY Ideas

If you’re looking for some fun and simple Man Cave DIY ideas, look no further than these. They’re simple and easy to do and most can be done in a weekend or less! Every man needs a place to call his own. While most guys are willing to let the lady of the house decorate most of the living spaces, the man cave is a fuss-free environment where sports memorabilia, half-finished projects, giant TVs and plenty of drinks live in harmony. These man cave DIY ideas are sure to spruce up your space. And the best part? These are all fairly easy projects that you can easily tackle in a day or less. If your space is in the garage, you don’t want...

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Gluten Free Tempura

Learn how to make the perfect Gluten-Free Tempura at home! Find tips on how to deep fry shrimp and vegetables encased in a light yet most crisp batter. Servings: 4 Ingredients    For Tempura ▢ 1 Japanese sweet potato (satsumaimo) ▢ ⅛ kabocha ▢ 8 okras ▢ 8 French green beans (haricots verts) ▢ 8 large or jumbo shrimps ▢ 2 Japanese or Chinese eggplant ▢ 4 cups neutral-flavored oil (vegetable, rice bran, canola, etc.) ▢ 2 inches daikon radish For Tempura Batter ▢ ½ cup rice flour ▢ 1 large egg (50 g w/o shell) For Tempura Dipping Sauce ▢ ¾ cup dashi (Japanese soup stock; click to learn more) (I use the standard kombu + katsuobushi awase dashi;...

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Chocolate Zucchini Muffins

Chocolate Zucchini Muffins These healthy Chocolate Zucchini Muffins with chocolate chips are lightened up with a few sneak ingredients that add nutrition without sacrificing the decadent, fudgy taste we’re after when we reach for a chocolate-for-breakfast muffin. Pin this recipe on Pinterest to save for later Pin It! In this complicated, busy world, we face daily choices between priorties, all of which compete (usually justifiably) for our time. Thankfully, these chocolate zucchini muffins are here to offer reprive. You don’t have to choose between healthy eating and indulging in something that tastes rich, comforting, and delicious! Made with white whole wheat flour, naturally sweetened with honey (like these Banana Bran Muffins), and PACKED with plenty of healthy zucchini and avocados,...

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Top 22 Best Tableware Storages

  1. LUANT LUANT Stainless Steel Hanging 2 Compartments Mesh Utensil Drying Rack/Chopsticks/Spoon/Fork/Knife Drain Basket/Tableware Dinner Service Holder/Cutlery Organizer Caddy/Flatware Storage Drainer,Square Simple structure with hanger design attach to any sink dish drying shelf Bottom net designed for excellent water draining Stainless steel drying rack for small utensils Interior is divided into 2 compartments perfect for putting silverwareflatware   2. HEMOTON Hemoton 1 Pc Flatware Caddy Utensil Bamboo Drying Tableware Storage Organizer Holder Rack Shelf for Spoon Fork Knife Chopsticks Great for dinner parties and social gatherings the caddy features two separate compartments Bamboo is water stain resistant alll natural and eco friendly Perfect accessory to organize and store your flatware and utensils Dry your flatware and utensils in the...

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