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Did you know? |  Dark Chocolate is Healthy? It contains many of the health benefits of dark vegetables. These benefits are from flavonoids, which act as antioxidants. Antioxidants protect the body from aging caused by free radicals, which can cause damage that leads to heart disease. Dark chocolate contains a large number of antioxidants (nearly 8 times the number found in strawberries). Flavonoids also help relax blood pressure through the production of nitric oxide, and balance certain hormones in the body.Dark chocolate has also been shown to reduce LDL cholesterol (the bad cholesterol) by up to 10 percent. |
Recipe of the month: | Agave Kiss Cocktail 
Tequila isn't mixed into creamy drinks too often, but when it is, such as here in the Agave Kiss, it's a dream. This one happens to be ultra-creamy, complete with chocolate and raspberry liqueurs and double cream, shaken to a slurry mix. The original recipe here does call for silver, or blanco, tequila but I prefer to use an aged one instead. The reposados and anejos add a caramel sweetness that goes perfectly with the creams for the ultimate sweetheart drinks. Ingredients: - 2 oz Herradura Tequila Silver
- 1 oz white creme de cacao
- 1 oz double cream
- 1/2 oz Chambord
- white chocolate flakes for rimming
- fresh raspberries for garnish
Preparation: - In a cocktail shaker with ice, add Herradura tequila, white crème de cacao, double cream and Chambord.
- Shake for 15 seconds.
- Pour into a chilled cocktail glass, rimmed with white chocolate, add a spear of fresh raspberries, and serve.
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Heart Health | A variety of medical studies have linked chronic stress to heart disease. Likewise, studies have also connected the role of social interaction and relationships to one's heart health. So it would stand to reason that activities which help to reduce chronic stress and increase positive human interaction, is good for the heart. To that end, a basic spa/day spa is a perfect resource, because all the medical tests, panels, and heart exams won't change the fact that an individual with or without heart disease will still need to foster a lifestyle to promote or improve their heart health. Thai Chi, Qi Gong, yoga, meditation sessions and workshops, as well as frequent events to engage the community in educational and other recreational activities are recommended. There is something to be said for that celebration of love that takes place every February. A quiet afternoon or evening out together, enjoying a massage and other treats, does wonders for the heart...and the spirit...something we all could use more and not to be underestimated as part of an holistic approach to a long life. |
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Greetings
| Lavish your sweetheart this Valentine's Day with luxurious treats from Éminence Organic Skin Care: - Chocolate and coconut sugar scrub, manicure and pedicure
- Check out our Valentine's Facial Special..... a bouquet of roses and chocolate covered strawberries - for your skin!
- Read about: The history of Valentine's day...
- Did you know? Dark Chocolate is healthy...
- Recipe of the month Agave Kiss Coctail....
- Have you heard it through the grapewine...Amuse Bistro is moving...
- Coming in March...
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February Facial Special | 
Give yourself or the one you love a bouquet of roses and chocolate covered strawberries - for the skin! Show your skin a little love this season and try this decadent facial that tantalizes the senses with sweet aromas of dark chocolate and romantic rose. Chocolate, high in anti-oxidants, nourishes the skin while essential oil of rose soothe and hydrate with potent doses of vitamins A and C. All our facials include a take-home gift. $62.00 |
The History of Valentine's Day |  Contrary to what some may believe, Valentine's Day wasn't created by greetings card companies just to sell cards and candies Shrouded in mystery, the exact origins of the celebration of St. Valentine are somewhat unclear. While the holiday's history is well documented through the years, the saint (or saints) it's named after is up in the air. According to one legend, Valentine actually sent the first "valentine" greeting himself. While in prison, it is believed that Valentine fell in love with a young girl -- who may have been his jailor's daughter -- who visited him during his confinement. Before his death, it is alleged that he wrote her a letter, which he signed "From your Valentine," an expression that is still in use today. The holiday continued to gain tremendous popularity through the 17th and 18th centuries, but saw tremendous popularity in more recent times, with faster communication. It wasn't until the 1840s that Valentine's day cards began to be produced. |
Eva's recomendation from Eminence | 
It's delicious, it's a little slice of heaven, a love potion... Chocolate Mouse Hydration Masque Strawberry Rhubarb Masque Sour Cherry Masque You can layer it! For those who like to spice it up add: Raspberry Pore Refining Masque |
Amuse Bistro | 
WE ARE NOW CURRENTLY MOVING
Amusé on the Vineyard Will be Opening in February 2012 New Location Features: - Lunch
- Foch Casual Dining Lounge
- Dinner
- 2 Fine Dining Rooms
- Private and Group Dining
- Cooking Classes/Cooking School
- Outdoor veranda dining over looking the vineyard
- Cocktail patio
- Sunset patio
Join us at Unsworth Vineyards! 2915 Cameron Taggart Rd. 250.743.3667 www.amusebistro.com amusebistro@shaw.ca You may contact us at the above information; we will get back to you as promptly as possible through our move. Thank you for your patience during this time. www.facebook.com/amusebistro |
Coming in March |
A New Collagen Boosting Collection from Eminence !! Turn back time with the organic skin care that repairs the visible signs of aging instantly and restores collagen levels and cell vitality over time for skin that appears and acts naturally ageless. Imagine an incredible Natural Retinol Alternative Complext that mimics-and out-performs without contraindications-the oft-prescribed conventional retinol to increase collagen syntheses. Contact us for more information... |
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