It’s almost summertime and the sippin’ is easy! Below is a recipe for the Honey Sour cocktail created exclusively by Partida Bartender Ambassador Jacques Bezuidenhout. This cocktail is so good, you should have it for dessert.

Preparation Time

• 5 minutes

What You Need

• 2 oz Partida Reposado
• 1 oz Fresh Lemon Juice
• 1 oz Honey Syrup (equal parts honey with water)
• Egg White

Make It

1. Shake all ingredients with ice and strain into a chilled cocktail glass.
2. Garnish with zest of an orange peel – discard when used. Enjoy!

*The consumption of raw or under-cooked eggs, meat, poultry, seafood or shellfish may increase your risk of food borne illness.

Dads can be some of the trickiest people to shop for, and with Father’s Day fast approaching, wives, sons and daughters will be scrambling to find something other than a new tie or gift card to the Apple store. This year, help Dad feel more at home in the kitchen with these gift suggestions from KRUPS, world leader in coffee, tea and kitchen appliances.  

For the Beer Lover: Krups BeerTender ($149.99)

The KRUPS BeerTender makes a wonderful Father’s Day gift because it features integrated refrigeration to keep Dad’s beer the ideal temperature and provides Dad with a bar experience at home (perfect pour of draught beer). Not to mention it’s beautiful design.  If Dad has a “Man Cave” or bar area, or simply enjoys a good beer, the KRUPS BeerTender is the perfect gift.Serve up the ultimate brew experience.  Krups, the worldwide leader of kitchen appliances and Heineken, the leader in European Premium Imported Beer have partnered together to create the ultimate beer drinking experience at home:

.               LED temperature indicator signals when beer reaches its optimal 37.4°F serving temperature-for up to 30 days after              tapping

.               ON/OFF LED indicator

.               Ultra quiet electronic cooling system

.               Large stainless steel drip tray

.               Black and chrome finish

.               Engineered to work exclusively with Heineken, Heineken Premium Light and Newcastle Brown Ale

.               5 draught tubes included

For the Sandwich Man: Krups Universal Grill and Panini Maker ($79.99)

Grilling burgers, chicken, fish, steaks, and Italian-style sandwiches with no fuss or mess is easy with this handsome, chrome-clad, countertop grill. The top and bottom grilling plates make cooking twice as fast as a traditional pan, impart appetizing grill marks, and, with their nonstick coating, release food easily.

.               Easy to clean

.               Floating hinge system automatically adjusts to accommodate a food’s thickness for even grilling top and bottom.

.               The grill’s handle stays cool during operating, indicator lights show when the grill is on and when the proper           cooking temperature has been reached, and the latch locks for compact, upright storage.

For the Early Riser: Krups Cup-On-Request ($199.99)

The Krups Cup-On-Request utilizes Precise Warming TechnologyT to keep the temperature of your coffee constant and regulated for up to 4 hours after its been brewed.  At the touch of a button dispense piping hot coffee at your convenience.  Includes a preprogrammed setting for large or small cups or you can dispense your coffee manually.

.               12 cup capacity, Compact size

.               Programmability for weekend & weekday settings

.               Programmability for large & small cup sizes

.               Precise Warming TechnologyT for constant and regulated temperature

.               Countdown Timer lets you know how long its been since your coffee was brewed

.               Angled control panel: Split between daily uses / programmable

.               Aroma Selection for more intense extraction

.               Front-facing water window

.               3 level removable drip tray accommodates multiple size cups and travel mugs

.               Immediate flow stop

.               Krups DuoFilter water filtration system

.               Removable stainless steel coffee tank

For more information or to order check out www.KrupsUSA.com

Think about the last time you got laid. Was it recently or not so, well, recently? Either way, how was it? Was it mutually mind-blowing? Did you both get yours and truly enjoy yourself? Do you know for a fact that she did or are you assuming?

I ask, because an astonishing amount of women–80 percent!!–admit to having faked orgasms. Why they do it is beyond me, because faking doesn’t actually get them an orgasm or teach you anything about their body and how it responds. In fact, it just reinforces bad behavior. Now you think when you do this certain thing with your tongue that she’ll go crazy, when really it may not work at all. Don’t waste your time asking if she has ever faked, because she’s likely to lie to you and really, do you want to know the answer? Probably not. Instead, you can use this What Women Really Want guide as a way to ensure that she never fakes it with you again. In fact, she’ll be begging for more.

Women like attention to detail. They themselves are extremely detailed in nature, so they like it when you notice little changes and nuances (like a hair cut) and they really like it when you pay attention to all of their important spots. What does this mean? This means you can’t skip ahead to the home run. You need take some time rounding the bases, kissing their entire body, turning on each part, telling them what you think is sexy about them etc. Pay attention to how each part of their body reacts when you kiss and touch it.

The details don’t stop on their body though. Set the romance from time to time by thinking through an evening and having things laid out for them like champagne and strawberries, wine and candles etc. It is cheesy and a little over romantic–some girls may even tell you they’re not into that thing, but truthfully, women like to be romanced and made to feel special, so take the time to do so. You’ll probably get a much more enthusiastic oral this way, too.

Women also like spontaneity. They don’t necessarily want to be jumped in the morning when they are straightening their hair and trying to get ready for work, but surprising them in the laundry room or kitchen can be a really nice surprise and sends the message that you think they are irresistible even when they aren’t trying. This will also keep you guys from falling into the same ole 10 minute before bed sack session. Keep them on their toes.

Women like confidence. Don’t come to bed acting shy or insecure about your body, their prowess or your capabilities. That’s not sexy. Don’t like your beer gut? Pretend like you do or hit the gym until you do, but leave your doubts at the door. Don’t be insecure about the fact that she may want to try things that are a little kinky or wants to incorporate Adam & Eve toys. It doesn’t mean you’re not enough, she just wants to have a little fun. In fact, you can impress her by suggesting that the two of you should go pick a toy out together. This will show her that you care about her needs and are confident with yourself.

In the same vein as “attention to details,” women also like you to take your time. Don’t rush the process, it takes them much longer to get turned on than you. Give them the time to react to you and get excited. You also want to avoid jack rabbiting, women don’t like that. There’s nothing pleasurable about you ramming yourself in and out of her as fast as possible. She’s probably thinking about her grocery list while you do this. Go slow with the warm up and keep your motion going strong, but not overly intense with the thrusting.

Women don’t like it when you assume that they are all the same. Don’t assume that your new girlfriend will like and react to the same things that your last girlfriend did. Learn each woman’s body and go with their reactions versus what you think you already know.

Finally, don’t hit snooze the second you pull out. Not all women need you to snuggle them afterwards, but it is rude to immediately roll over and fall asleep. Take a few minutes to talk to them, clean up and throw in a possible snuggle. It’s a nice way to cool down and feel a deeper connection afterwards, so don’t skip it!

Researchers from TOSH — The Orthopedic Specialty Hospital have found that vitamin D can help with faster muscle recovery after intense exercise and may even prevent muscle damage caused by the exercise. Muscle damage can happen from any intense exercise and is caused by a variety of factors, such as strain of the muscle and local inflammation. For example, after a long steep hike, muscles may be really sore and not able to exert as much force as normal. After a few days, the muscles recover and regain their full strength.

In the study, Barker and his colleagues wanted to see what effect vitamin D levels had in this recovery process. And they found that higher vitamin D levels does aid in muscle recovery. Their research was published in the journal, Nutrients—Vitamin D and Human Health.

“We wanted to study the relationship between vitamin levels and recovery following intense exercise,” said TOSH researcher Tyler Barker, PhD, lead author of the study. “And we found that those who had higher vitamin D levels had a faster rate recovery from muscle damage.”

“This research sheds new light on the importance of vitamin D in our bodies,” said Dr. Brian Dixon, executive director of scientific and clinical affairs at USANA Health Science, and contributing author of the study. “I see the potential benefits of this study being far reaching. For example, this research has already been highlighted by a number of authorities including the Vitamin D Council.  This study is especially appealing on a personal level. For those of us who consider ourselves ‘weekend warriors’, looks like we can play a little harder and maybe not suffer as much on Monday.”

Fourteen physically-active adults participated in the study. Vitamin D levels and the amount of force a participant could exert were measured before and after intense exercise.

Each participant performed intense exercise with one leg while the other leg acted as a control. Then their strength was tested at day one, two, three and seven following the initial intense exercise by pushing against a special force plate. By assessing the amount of strength the leg has with the force plate, researchers could assess the initial muscle damage and then the recovery time.

Researchers found those with higher levels of vitamin D in their blood were able to regain their strength back quicker.

Based on their data, researchers also concluded that vitamin D may protect against muscular weakness caused by muscle damage. They say vitamin D helps regulate different things like calcium and protein synthesis within the muscle that ultimately help a muscle move.

Future studies may look at how much vitamin D is helpful in aiding muscle recovery after intense exercise.

Solixir, a new, all natural functional drink brand, has created four all natural, no sugar added beverages with situation specific formulas designed to attend to the mind and body’s different needs throughout the day.  Solixir’s four formulas include: Awaken, Think, Restore and Relax.

Solixir targets active people who don’t like spikes and crashes from typical energy drinks loaded with sugar and unhealthy chemicals.

“We created Solixir as an alternative to the typical energy drink that is loaded with caffeine, sugar and ingredients consumers have trouble pronouncing,” said Solixir Founder Scott Lerner. “Whether requiring a lift in energy, a bit more focus, help winding down or support for your immune system, Solixir’s formulas are a refreshing, healthy way to promote optimal daily performance.”

Solixir’ s functional drinks are less than 60 calories per 12 ounce can, made with botanicals and only all natural ingredients. 

They differentiate themselves from other drinks by their situation specific formulas which include:

• THINK for mental clarity to help concentration.
• AWAKEN for gentle energy to provide a lift without the spike and crash of other energy drinks.*
• RESTORE for immune support to help restore the body’s immune system.
• RELAX for relaxation to unwind the mind and relieve stress.

*Awaken is the only formula that contains a small amount of caffeine. It contains 30 mg compared to most energy drinks that contain approximately 100 mg.  The other 3 formulas are caffeine-free.

Solixir was created after Lerner, a lifelong health and fitness fanatic, became frustrated with the lack of healthy, natural drinks that would help him with his early morning workouts.   After Lerner and his Solixir team created Awaken they realized there was a need for all natural, no sugar added drinks that helped with concentration, immune support and relaxation.

With the suggested retail price of $1.99 per can, Solixir can be purchased at over 850 stores across the country, including Whole Foods Market and The Vitamin Shoppe. A 12-pack of Solixir can also be purchased online on Amazon.com.

For this episode of The List, we’ve brought our hosts, Jessi and Patrick, to the experts at Amphibious Medics to learn the various techniques for escaping a car underwater. That’s right, there’s more than one school of thought on the best course of action in these situations, and we’re going to try them all. While our hosts express their preference for which technique worked best for them, we’re no experts and encourage you to do your own research.

Of course, we set up a completely controlled situation wherein we could ensure the safety of Jessi and Patrick, so don’t try this at home with your winter beater and a local pond. We found a location perfectly suited for dunking cars, hired some trained medics and divers to watch their backs, and enlisted the services of the show’s trusty BMW 3 Series (see its other starring roles in Work as a Professional Stunt Driver and Buy a Used Car Online) to play the part of the hapless sinking auto.

Will this knowledge ever come in handy? About 400 people die from vehicle-related drownings in the United States each year, so the odds are ever in your favor on this one. But if you ever do find yourself slowly sinking underwater in your car, you’ll be glad you scrolled down to watch.

In this exclusive Land Rover commercial, four parkour (PK) athletes demonstrate amazing feats of balance, fitness and gymnastics, representing the “Above & Beyond” all-terrain, go anywhere capabilities of Land Rover vehicles. Just like these four parkour traceurs, Land Rover’s wheels can’t be stopped by any obstacles.

Even though this post is sponsored by Land Rover we think it’s a pretty damn cool commercial that shows the all-terrain capability of the Land Rover. They’re so bad ass that even the US military uses them. Check out the video below!

Join the conversation on Land Rover’s Facebook  or on Twitter @LandRoverUSA 

This post is sponsored by Land Rover

It’s that time of the year! Graduation and Father’s day! Well of course we have the tech and drink that will make it all come together very nicely, thanks to lighter maker Zippo and the famous Boston Lager Samuel Adams.

For the Stylish, Yet Practical Dad or Grad

NEW! ZIPPO METAL WALLET – Protects Against RF Theft

Add Zippo’s sleek, lightweight stainless steel wallet to dad’s look! The Zippo stainless steel wallet features a high quality stainless steel outer shell that protects against RF theft, a flexible polymer body, six credit card holder slots, an ID window, and a money pocket. The wallet is 4 ½” long, 3″ wide, and 1 cm thick. Zippo’s stainless steel wallet is a great gift that offers practical protection against stolen credit card numbers. $49.99

For the Beer-Loving Dad or Grad

Samuel Adams “Love of Beer” Chocolate Box

This Father’s Day, skip the ugly tie and thoughtless gift card and introduce dad to exquisite pairing of craft beer and artisan chocolate. The brewers of Samuel Adams and chocolate makers of TCHO have teamed up to create the Love of Beer Chocolate Box featuring simple, delicious pairing of two classics – Samuel Adams Boston Lager and THCO PureNotes Dark “Chocolatey” (70%).

Integrating authentic Chinese cuisine with high energy and sophistication, Chi Lin combines the spirit of ancient China with the style of 21st-century Los Angeles, melding a variety of regional cuisines in a refined approach that utilizes fresh ingredients in preparations with unexpected flavors and presentations. Located on Sunset Boulevard in West Hollywood, Chi Lin, with culinary consultant Cecile Tang, offers sophisticated, Hong Kong cuisine in a seductively designed, intimate setting.

You were just craving some Chinese, some chopsticks and your couch. But now Chi-Lin exists, and suddenly you find yourself in the grandest hall of dumplings, Peking duck and butterflies that the Sunset Strip has ever seen. It’s from the empire behind BOA and Sushi Roku, and it soft-opens tonight. You’re going.

It starts small. Ish. There’s a sexy little bar, all crimson walls and pony-hair couches. Perfectly nice spot to begin your date with a couple Formosa Manhattans, with black-tea-infused bourbon. Then you’ll see the regal tea room, with silk-covered benches under a large skylight. Make note of this for your next pitch meeting. (It’s a road movie. Some open sky will help sell it.)

But you’re here for 300 lanterns and infinite butterflies. You’re here for the pretty staggering main room. The one where dangling lanterns are reflected back at themselves—the ceilings are mirrored, as are the tables—and endless columns of glass-encased butterflies seem to go on forever. Right. So that’s all happening.

And then come the crab and uni soup dumplings. Scorched-pepper tangerine beef. And, oh, sure, you’ll have a couple of helpings of Peking duck from the cart rolling through every 30 minutes or so.

You don’t surround yourself with all this and then not have the Peking duck.

9201 Sunset Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90069310.278.2068

Connect the Mobile Music Pump to the headphone output of your MP3 player, Smartphone, or iOS device and experience a higher level of performance that your headphones were always capable of! NuForce Inc., a leader in professional and consumer audio gear, announces the release of its Mobile Music Pump (MMP), a portable headphone amplifier designed to enhance the sound quality of your MP3 files and make music truly come alive whenever and wherever.  The fact is that the majority of hand-held audio playback devices simply aren’t capable of adequately powering many of today’s quality headphones, and that’s why NuForce has created the MMP for music enthusiasts that demand audio clarity and quality.

Given the diversity in the headphone market, handheld portable audio devices are not built to power any specific type of headphone.  This poses a challenge when a user wants to listen to music with either over-the-ear headphones or earbuds.  Typically, over-ear headphones exhibit lower sensitivities than in-ear headphones (about a difference of 10dB) and require ten times more power to achieve the same volume as in ears… power that your device simply doesn’t have.

Spending money on a great pair of headphones is wasted when your device can’t adequately power them, so that’s where the NuForce MMP steps in.  Simply plug your headphones into the MMP and then the MMP to your audio device and instantly hear the difference.  With the MMP, users of over-ear and in-ear headphones will notice and really appreciate the difference in sound.  

Product Features

• Input – (1) 3.5mm analog
• Output – (2) 3.5mm analog
• Adjustable Gain Button – 3X or 5X Gain (default setting = 3X)
• Micro USB port for charging

Pricing and Availability

The NuForce Mobile Music Pump is available from www.nuforce.com or at worldwide retailers for a suggested retail price of US $59.