The Tom Collins is believed to have been named after a popular prank in the late 1800s where someone would tell a person at a bar that a man named Tom Collins was spreading lies about them, leading the unsuspecting victim to search for and confront the fictitious Tom Collins. Bartenders capitalized on the prank’s popularity by creating a gin-based cocktail that they claimed was Tom Collins’ favorite drink, thus perpetuating the hoax and making the cocktail a hit.

Yes, you can enclose a water heater in a closet as long as the closet is ventilated properly and there is enough space for adequate airflow. The closet should have enough space for the heater to be accessed easily for maintenance and repairs. The closet door should also be installed with a vented louver to ensure that adequate intake and exhaust airflow is present. Additionally, the closet walls, floors, and roofs should be made with fire-resistant materials. Fire hazard codes for your area should be followed.

Red wine can be consumed in moderation on the keto diet. It is important to note that most wines contain carbs, so it is important to account for those carbs in your overall daily intake. Dry wines like Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Pinot Noir are the best options as they contain the least amount of carbs. It is recommended to limit wine intake to one to two glasses per day to maintain ketosis.

If you accidentally ate expired food, your first step should be to check whether there are any concerning symptoms such as stomach ache, vomiting or diarrhea. If yes, you need to seek medical attention. If you do not experience any symptoms, you can drink plenty of water to help flush out your system. Take a note of the reaction of your body and avoid taking any new foods that might be contaminated. If you notice the slightest indication of food-borne disease, seek medical attention immediately. It is always safer to avoid eating any expired food in the first place.

No, TruGreen and Scotts are not the same company. While both companies provide lawn care services, they are separate entities. Scotts Miracle-Gro Company is a lawn and garden company that produces fertilizers and other lawn care products while TruGreen is a professional lawn care service provider that offers fertilization, pest control, weed control, and other lawn care services to homeowners.

The first thing to do is to select the appropriate wine glass. Next, the bottle of red wine should be opened and the cork must be removed carefully. The wine should be poured into the selected glass while holding the bottle by its base. It’s recommended to pour the wine until the glass is one-third full, allowing room for swirling. After that, the red wine should be swirled gently to release its aromas. The wine may also be decanted to remove sediments from older bottles. Finally, the wine is ready to be tasted and enjoyed.

The add water light on your Keurig is blinking because it requires more water to brew your desired size cup. Keurig machines are designed to brew based on the amount of water in the reservoir, and if the water level gets too low, the machine will indicate that it needs to be refilled. To fix this, simply add more water to the reservoir and the light should stop blinking.

Yes, you can microwave honey to soften it. Place the jar or container of honey in the microwave and heat it for 10-15 seconds on low power. Stir the honey and repeat until it reaches the desired consistency. However, take care not to overheat the honey as it can destroy its beneficial enzymes and nutrients.

The healthiest vegetables to put in a salad are those that are rich in vitamins, minerals, fiber, and antioxidants, such as leafy greens like spinach, kale, arugula, and romaine lettuce, cruciferous vegetables like broccoli, cabbage, and cauliflower, colorful veggies like bell peppers, carrots, tomatoes, cucumbers, and beets, and herbs like basil, cilantro, and parsley. These vegetables not only add flavor and texture to a salad but also provide numerous health benefits to the body, such as reducing inflammation, boosting immunity, improving digestion, and supporting heart health.

It is better to boil potatoes when making gnocchi because over-baking potatoes can result in them becoming too dry, resulting in dense and heavy gnocchi. Boiling potatoes ensures that they are cooked evenly and retain the right amount of moisture, resulting in light and fluffy gnocchi.