Happy Thanksgiving Everyone!
Well…nearly. Yes folks, we know it’s crazy but it’s close to that time of year again. The day that turkeys fear most. The one where all the friends and family descend on your home like a plague of locusts – only joking… the locusts would probably eat less!
So if you’re playing Thanksgiving host this year, and are panicking about recipes, table fillers and serving techniques (carving isn’t as easy as it looks!), then just take a look at all the lovely, tasty, wonderful recipes and guides we have waiting for you.
Our favourite is “How To Make A Crispy Golden Roast Turkey”. This is one recipe that definitely shouldn’t be missed as we all know that the centrepiece of every Thanksgiving table should be that magnificent looking bird.
Magnificent looking until you start carving that is… Now very few of us have the natural carving talent that leaves lovely even slices on our plates, rather than ribbons of meat that look like they’ve been attacked by Michael Myers (oops – wrong holiday). But trust us, it’s so easy to learn! Especially with this clever little Videojug film that shows you how to carve a turkey properly and professionally in only three minutes! Take a look for yourself…
But of course, no Thanksgiving plate is complete without a delicious, warming turkey gravy, and we have a great recipe for that too – right here!
And what about vegetables? Well this year Videojug recommends the How To Make Thanksgiving Yams film. It’s a great addition to any Thanksgiving table, and is something a little different to treat your guests with. Plus it looks good too!
And when the meal’s over and you’re struggling to decide what to do with all the leftovers? Well Videojug can help here too of course. Why not try making our delicious Leftover Turkey and Stuffing Casserole. Not only is it a clever way to use up all your leftovers, but it tastes great too!
So there you have it. Our recipe for a great Thanksgiving meal that will be easy to prepare, easy to serve, and extremely easy to eat – being so tasty and all! We hope you enjoy it as much as we will. Happy Thanksgiving!
A while ago, we here at Videojug sent out a short blog survey to over 32,000 active bloggers. This survey encompassed 30 questions, ranging in subject, from questions about the bloggers themselves, to enquiries about the content, inspiration and reception of the blogs they keep. And let us just say now – the response was fantastic!
Many of the bloggers that we contacted found time to answer our questions, and from that we all gained a great insight into the world of blogging as it stands today. There were a number of reasons why people chose to start their blogs – from personal needs, to wanting to help others and create a community, and others even for monetary gain.
We also discovered that blogging is a highly personal thing, as people chose their content not due to recommendations or press releases but judged what they wanted to post predominantly on personal choice.
Some people were able to make a significant amount of money off of their blog (though the majority made none at all), and many bloggers were now starting to use video content much more predominantly in their blogs, especially informative how-to content.
Overall, we’d like to thank everyone who took part in our blog survey. Blogging is certainly becoming a more powerful tool everyday and we’re here to help you get the most out of it.
We’re also now passing on our findings to everyone else, which can be viewed by clicking here.
Here it comes again – the strangest of nights. You know… the one where bizarre shaped lanterns suddenly appear on doorsteps and in windows, and where you begin to irrationally fear black cats. It’s the time when it becomes quite common to encounter all sorts of ghouls and goblins on the street corners of nice neighbourhoods…
Halloween is unlike any other holiday there is – full of danger, fear and horror. So why do we love it so much? Well VideoJug have the answer, and we’re here to help you get into that gruesomely great Halloween spirit!
Firstly, it’s the only time of year you can get away with legitimately “playing with your food”. Making jack-o-lanterns and carving pumpkins is some of the best fun we have all year! We just love to make ghastly grimacing faces to peer out of our windows – or for the more artistic, witches and ghosts to light up our porches. We have a load of different pumpkin designs to teach you, so get into the holiday spirit by making an amazing one this year that the whole street will be jealous of.
And talking of food – the treats we get to eat on Halloween make it worth waiting 364 days for! Just think of all those toffee apples and sweet treats you can enjoy! And perhaps you’ll spice up your gathering this year by serving eyeball cocktails and spicy batwings to your ghoulish guests…
But it’s not just the adults who love Halloween (we know you do!). The ones who really go crazy for it are the kids! After all, name another time of year where they can dress up as their scariest heroes or worst nightmares, bob for apples, go around collecting sweets from neighbours, and run riot in the streets without getting into trouble? And while they’re indoors, why not keep them entertained with a wonderful haunted house game – perfect for Halloween!
But, remember, Halloween is not all fun and games. It’s on this night that the divide between the living and the dead dissolves, and all sorts of creatures come out to play. Ever been hounded by a werewolf? Or had a run in with a zombie? If you’re lucky enough to have avoided this so far, watch these films to make sure you know what to do when you do come across one.
And finally, what absolutely everyone loves about Halloween is that it’s a time for anyone to become what they want… Young or old, male or female, it’s a night where masks, costumes, disguises and masquerades are not only accepted, but expected. Sexy and seductive witches, gruesome goblins, mortifying mummys – be what you want for one night only, and let the mystical magic of Halloween take over with Videojug’s help…
Telemarketers. Always trying to sell us a year’s supply of cat food when we own five dogs, or “jewellery for the wife”, when actually what we’ve been struggling to get for the past year is a first date…
Normally, the phone goes just at that point when our bladder gives up the fight for dominancy, or just as your boyfriend is about to answer the crucial question “What do you think of this outfit?”
How do they do it? Their timing is somehow incredibly precise and definitely a gift that could surely be put to better use – like popping out when the parking meter is about to run out perhaps?
Anyway, love them or hate them, it seems they’re here to stay – so why not have a little fun with them in the process? Had a boring day? Has this telemarketer stopped you from watching who got voted out in the semi final? Whatever the reason, Videojug is here to help you try a little something different the next time a Telemarketer calls.
You may even find yourself looking forward to their calls.
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The autumn nights are drawing in… Around us, London’s media trendies are casting off their gladiator sandals in favour of cosy tights and sensible shoes. Not to be outdone, Videojug has had a bit of an Autumn makeover too, courtesy of the boys in the Design & Development Team.
True, not many people would entrust their good looks to a coven of web programmers, but we’re fearless in the face of Matrix-style leather jackets* and have held our collective breaths in anticipation as they focussed their Beautification Rayguns on the former “Discussions” area of the site.
Here’s what happened.
Behold… The new Videojug Q&A section!
As well as a new name (“Q&A” – or “Questions & Answers” to those who can’t abide abbreviation), it’s got a glossy new layout, featuring:
- Bigger avatars so you can see who you’re talking to…
- A nice, clear purpose: post your questions for our helpful community to answer…
- Shiny, clickable voting buttons so you can rate how good/bad you think a question or answer is, and….
- Speech bubbles to frame your questions, because there’s something weirdly satisfying about Bob Dylan/Spongebob Squarepants/an angry panda asking you how to cook noodles.
We hope you like it… let us know.
As ever, there’s more in the pipeline. We know you lot always have good ideas to chip in too, so if you have any requests or suggestions for the new-look Q&A section (or for anything else, for that matter), why not bung us a comment below?
Until next time,
Be good.
ProductBot @ Videojug HQ
*NB: The Videojug Developers would like me to make it known that they are in fact, to a man, remarkably suave and exceedingly dapper.
So -you’ve managed to discover the wonders of the VideoJug website on the internet. Give yourself a round of applause and a pat on the back from us you clever, clever internet user you!
Now that you’re on a roll, why not join in on the fun and keep up with us on some of the other websites where we’re also active, such as Youtube.com. If you’ve already got a YouTube account – even better! We’d be delighted to have you join us on our friends list!
Thanks to VideoJug, thousands of YouTube users have learnt new skills and discovered different ways of doing all sorts of things. Some, for example, have discovered the joy of performing science experiments, after we created the film How To Pierce A Balloon Without It Popping. We’ve even helped a few scholars gain top marks in class after using the tips from this video for their science projects, which we’re delighted about!
Impress anyone and everyone with your seemingly magical skills which allow you to pierce a balloon without it bursting. We’re just doing our bit for the spreading of knowledge, like an informative Batman, but with films as our weapons, and no secret identity, superhero suit, or a butler…
Cool Experiments:
How To Pierce A Balloon Without It Popping
A special mention goes out to Youtube user Christopher, who posted a really great video in response to our film, which also gives you fantastic new ideas of how to perform this trick. Check it out:
Be sure to visit VideoJug’s YouTube channel today, and let VideoJug help you get good at life, whatever website you’re visiting.
Welcome – to one and all! You are about to experience the wonder that is the brand spanking new VideoJug Blog. This will be the place to come to if you want to find out what is weird, new-fangled and amazing in the world of VideoJug.
From finding out how to make the most delicious of dishes, to what to do next time you look awkward on that dance floor – VideoJug will have you getting good at all aspects of life in no time at all.
After all – that’s what we here at VideoJug are all about! We aim to give you entertaining yet informative answers to all those little questions you have. Brought to you absolutely free of charge, we make sure our site is full of films made by us and our dedicated users, which will help you learn great new skills anytime and anywhere.
They say ignorance is bliss – but we have to disagree as nothing makes us happier than learning something new. So if you feel the same way then get ready for our VideoJug blog and enter a whole new world of knowledge!
Bringing the taste of the ancient city of Bologna in Italy to your kitchen, this recipe uses simple ingredients such as pork, pancetta, oregano and parmesan to create great flavours that will transport you from your kitchen to a grand villa in the Italian hills…
It’s so easy to make, takes no time at all to prepare, and is actually a healthy option for a big meal that everyone is bound to enjoy. To see just how simple it is to make, check out VideoJug’s great Spaghetti Bolognese film, presented by a talented chef who takes you through everything you need to do step by step.
A firm favourite in countries throughout the world, this is a great dish to try whether you’re a seasoned cook or just an amateur experimenting in your kitchen. So check out VideoJug’s great Spaghetti Bolognese recipe today and take your taste buds on their very own trip to Italy.
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But what if the bad things start becoming more common? What if arguments, tiffs and tantrums begin taking up most of your time together rather than kisses, cuddles and the whispering of sweet nothings? What if you never seem to agree on anything, from outfit choices to what’s on the menu for dinner?
Well once again it’s VideoJug to the rescue, as we have created a film that’s sure to turn your relationship from a bitter bond to an amazing affiliation!
We highlight “no go” areas such as exes, wardrobes and cooking that you are to absolutely avoid, and show you ways to merge your two worlds together, creating the perfect planet of relationship harmony. Maybe all you need to do is listen to her once in a while. And maybe you should stop telling him what to do all the time. Whatever needs to be done to get your love mojo back on track, VideoJug will help you do it.
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Are you lucky enough to have that perfect beach holiday lined up? Whether making the most of the weather at home or abroad, VideoJug will have you beach, bikini and buff body ready in no time.
Ladies, take a look at this film which brings you advice on how to get your body in shape for summer from a leading expert beauty therapist.
And for the men, definitely follow this sound advice on how to look good at the beach. You’ll be the king of your sand castle with these great tips.
For the more practical minded holiday goer we also have some great films to entertain and teach. Why not take a look at this one which shows you how to take proper beach holiday snaps that won’t disappoint. Or for those struggling with your language skills, here are ten key spanish phrases that are sure to help you enjoy yourself fully on those sunny foreign beaches.
Or if your perfect summer day is one spent in a garden filled with friends, family and food – then of course we have films for you too! Take a look at all our summer food recipes, and perhaps use some of them at your next barbeque, which (surprise, surprise) VideoJug also has a film to help you with.
So now you’ve got the plans all sorted, perhaps all you need is the cash to make these summer dreams a reality. Yet again it’s VideoJug to the rescue, with this great film which gives you expert advice on how to get that fantastic summer job.
So let VideoJug help you Get Good at Summer – and make it one to remember.
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