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After using for a while, the bamboo blind often gets damaged in some parts such as broken strings, broken bamboo slats, or torn blind cords… Many people often encounter cases of broken bamboo slats, so why do bamboo blinds often have broken slats like that? We can go over the main causes as follows: During the transportation process, the bamboo blind is often heavily bumped, resulting in broken bamboo slats. When the bamboo slats are not folded properly, it causes the blind strings to stretch and break or become loose. Using the blind improperly, placing it on a soft, uneven surface, stepping on the blind frequently can lead to broken blind cords and easily broken bamboo slats. If the blind has broken bamboo slats or broken cords, you can choose some of the following methods to fix and repair it if you don’t want to replace it with a new blind. When buying a bamboo blind, the manufacturer usually includes extra blind slats to replace in case some slats are broken duri...

Beer steamed squid Fresh squid 500g Ginger 2 roots Lemongrass 5 stalks Fresh beer 300ml Soup powder 1/2 teaspoon Ground pepper 1/2 teaspoon How to cook beer-steamed squid Step 1: Prepare the ingredients First, you need to peel the outer skin of the ginger, pound it, and finely chop it. Remove the outer layer of the lemongrass, wash it thoroughly, and pound it. Next, rinse the squid, then use a knife to make multiple horizontal cuts on the body of the squid. Then, marinate the squid with finely chopped ginger, pounded lemongrass, 1/2 teaspoon of soup powder, and 1/2 teaspoon of ground pepper. Mix well and let the squid marinate for 15 minutes before steaming. This will make the squid more flavorful. Step 2: Steam the squid Next, place the steaming basket over the stove and add some water and fresh beer. Steam the squid for 10 minutes. Once you smell the fragrant aroma from the squid, you can turn off the heat. Step 3: Finished product The steamed squid has a fragrant aro...

Adding lemon leaves into chicken meat makes this dish more flavorful. Chicken meat is a familiar dish for Vietnamese people. It is also a regular dish that appears in the offerings on holidays and Tet in Vietnam. The plate of chicken meat is usually cut into pieces, neatly arranged and then sprinkled with thinly sliced lemon leaves on top. Chicken salads, stir-fried chicken dishes also always have this special ingredient. And the question “Why do we eat chicken with lemon leaves” is often raised by children. Chicken meat usually comes with lemon leaves, why? Why do we eat chicken with lemon leaves? According to the explanation of Dr. Bui Dac Sang (Academy of Science and Technology, Hanoi Traditional Medicine Association), the combination of chicken meat and lemon leaves not only enhances the flavor of the dish but also has preventive effects. In traditional medicine, chicken meat is a medicinal ingredient called “ke nhuc”. Chicken meat has warm properties, ...

Dried thyme has a distinctive fragrance and can be used for baking, beverages, or as an effective odor neutralizer. If you have fresh thyme at home, let’s learn how to dry thyme for preservation! 1 Things You’ll Need 5 sprigs of thyme Baking sheet Things You’ll Need 2 How to Dry Thyme Step 1 Prepare the thyme Select mature thyme sprigs 15 – 20 cm long . Rinse the thyme leaves to remove any dirt and let them dry. Prepare the thyme Step 2 Dry the thyme Place the thyme sprigs onto a baking sheet. Avoid overlapping. Preheat the oven to the lowest temperature, around 10 – 15 minutes . Place the thyme onto the baking sheet and dry for 3 – 4 hours. Dry the thyme 3 Finished Product Your thyme leaves are now completely dried. Take them out to cool and store in a jar. Store the jar of dried thyme in a dry place, away from moisture. Dried thyme is convenient for cooking, baking, or any other use. Finished Product That’s it! We’...

Spending Time with Your Children A good father always tries to make time for his children no matter how busy he is. Many dads think they can’t do it because they have to focus on making money. But in reality, there are many people who, despite being busy, never forget their role in accompanying their children. Anyone can be a great father. When it comes to spending time with your child, quality is more important than quantity. If you spend 2-3 hours a day with your child but constantly get angry, get distracted by work, or use your phone, that time can even have a negative impact on the child’s development. Therefore, every parent only needs to devote a minimum of 8 minutes of quality time to their child every day. If parents give 100% to their child, without distractions from phones or work, and sincerely and actively participate in activities that the child wants, such as role-playing games, conversations, or reading books, then this time will be very valuable. Nurtur...

Crunchy strawberries are delicious and nutritious fruits that many people love. However, there are some types of strawberries on the market that are causing confusion among consumers. Let’s find out how to differentiate between Da Lat strawberries and Chinese strawberries in a simple way. 1 How to differentiate between Da Lat strawberries and Chinese strawberries Harvest season Harvest season The strawberry season in Da Lat starts from mid-September and lasts until the end of November or the beginning of December. During this time, strawberry plants gradually shed leaves, leaving only ripening fruits. In contrast, strawberries from China can be harvested at different times throughout the year. Therefore, strawberries sold between mid-September and December could be Chinese strawberries. Color of the skin Color of the skin Chinese strawberries usually have a bright red or orange skin color, shiny surface, and smooth texture, making them very attractive. On the other hand...