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Do You Know Your Drink Toasts Around the World?

YumSugar — Wed, 03 Jun 2009 05:50:27 PDT

The onset of Summer means many things: road trips, picnics, barbecues, watermelon . . . and weddings. Rarely does a June or July pass by when I'm not at or in a wedding celebration. Since lots of wedding toasts are to be had this time of year, I thought I'd put your multicultural toasting skills to the test. Do you know how to say "Cheers!" in every language? There's only one way to find out!

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Link Time! 7/8

BuzzSugar — Tue, 08 Jul 2008 13:19:36 PDT

E!'s Watch With Kristin makes me all kinds of happy by reporting that Michael J. Fox is in talks to return to TV, guest-starring on Rescue Me and reprising his role on Scrubs.
Joss Whedon told the MTV Movies Blog about one of his next projects: writing and producing the movie Cabin in the Woods.
TV Filter has an awesome montage of reality show contestants saying they're "not here to make friends."
If you loved the short film Presto before Wall-E, The Underwire lets you watch it again and again.
Stereogum has the new video for Death Cab for Cutie's "Cath."
It's Cheers week on TV Squad, and to celebrate, one of the show's writers, Ken Levine, has shared the episode of Cheers he's still writing in his head.
Popwatch's Michael Slezak makes a darn good argument that Jessica Simpson's version of "These Boots Were Made for Walking" is the worst cover of all time. Do you think there's a cover song that tops that one?
TiFaux watched Alan Ball's True Blood, and . . . um, it wasn't exactly a rave review.
I'm liking Cinematical's list of their seven favorite summertime movies, including Stand By Me, Dazed and Confused and Wet Hot American Summer.
Vulture has a chat with Hellboy II director Guillermo del Toro.

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Raise A Glass To The World!

YumSugar — Thu, 26 Jul 2007 10:01:38 PDT

Earlier this week we kicked off travel week with a post on how to toast in various different languages. If you found that fun, then you are really going to enjoy these cheers wine glasses from CB2. The set of 6 is available for $19.95 and come with the following phrases: Prost, Salud, Le'Chaim, Cheers, Kampai, and A Votre Sante. This modern dishwasher-safe glassware would act as an amazing conversation starter at any party.

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Cheers To Traveling!

partysugar — Mon, 23 Jul 2007 04:34:39 PDT

We ran our first installment of travel week a few months ago, and had so much fun we wanted to do it again! This week we'll bring you recipes from around the world, so be prepared for tasty dishes from awesome places. To get you prepared for our journey we thought it would be fun to learn how to toast in different languages. When traveling, knowing how to say "cheers" in the language of your destination country is a great way to meet people, converse with waiters and bartenders and show the locals that you have embraced the customs.

In China they say Ganbei which translates literally to mean "dry glass."
In France they say A votre santé which translates as "to your health."

In Germany they say Prosit which means, "Here's to you."
In Poland they say Na zdrowie whose translation is, "to your health."
In Spain and Mexico they say Salud which translates to mean "health."
In Korea they say Konbai which literally translates to mean "Bottoms up."
In Italy they say Salute , meaning "to your health."
In Ireland they say Slainte which means "cheers."
In Armenia they say Genatz, also meaning "cheers."
In Israel they say L'chaim which translates literally to mean "to life."
In Costa Rica they say Pura vida which means, "pure life."
In Greece they say Sto ieo sou meaning, "to your health."

Please help me out with the list! If you know how to say cheers in a language that's not mentioned, tell us all below!

The Results Are In: Recast "Cheers"

BuzzSugar — Tue, 06 Feb 2007 10:23:22 PST

For last week's Recast challenge, I asked you guys to tackle the long-running and brilliantly enduring sitcom "Cheers." The actors who played these colorful, oddly familiar characters really helped make the show what it was, but BuzzSugar readers came up with some fitting replacements who could honor the show's legacy.

The versatile Hugh Laurie surfaced twice: once as Frasier on Staceygirl's list and again when BeanBagChair picked him to play Cliff. I also really loved Staceygirl's choices of Janeane Garafalo for Carla and Paul Giamatti as Norm. But the No. 1 Recast spot this week goes to ChiTownEm. I particularly love her choice for Sam Malone, but does Chris Klein give anyone else the heebie-jeebies? To see her picks and the "new" cast photo,

read more ChiTownEm's "Cheers" Cast Sam - Vince Vaughn Diane - Reese Witherspoon Carla - Drea de Matteo Norm - Kevin Smith Cliff - Will Ferrell Frasier - Sacha Baron Cohen Woody - Chris Klein

Reminder: Recast "Cheers"!

BuzzSugar — Fri, 02 Feb 2007 09:49:26 PST

For Wednesday's Recast challenge, I asked you guys to tackle the long-running and brilliantly enduring sitcom "Cheers." The actors who played these colorful, oddly familiar characters really helped make the show what it was, but if you had to recast "Cheers" today, would you pick? Leave your entry us in the comment section below, and I'll pick one winner to feature next Tuesday, Feb. 6, complete with a "new" cast photo.

Characters to Recast
Sam (Ted Danson)
Carla (Rhea Perlman)
Norm (George Wendt)
Cliff (John Ratzenberger)
Frasier (Kelsey Grammer)
Woody (Woody Harrelson)
Diane (Shelley Long) or Rebecca (Kirstie Alley) - take your pick.

Recast "Cheers"!

BuzzSugar — Wed, 31 Jan 2007 10:07:17 PST

Every Wednesday on BuzzSugar, I'll post a Recast challenge, where I'll ask you to choose new actors for a classic TV show or movie. This week's assignment: the long-running and brilliantly enduring sitcom "Cheers." The actors who played these colorful, oddly familiar characters really helped make the show what it was, but if you had to recast "Cheers" today, would you pick? Leave your entry us in the comment section below, and I'll pick one winner to feature next Tuesday, Feb. 6, complete with a "new" cast photo.

The Workouts That Keep Gisele Bundchen Healthy and Fit

Michele Foley — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 15:18:14 PST

Whether it's walking down the Victoria's Secret catwalk or cheering from the Super Bowl sidelines, Gisele Bundchen always has a healthy glow. While she probably has a few supermodel genes on her side, Gisele leads an active lifestyle that includes a varied fitness routine. Of the dozens to choose from, find out which workouts really get Gisele excited!

Source: INFDaily.com, WENN.com, Vogue

A Little Love Goes a Long Way: Basic French Macarons

Sara Yoo — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 15:00:30 PST

Perhaps it's the rainbow of cheerful hues, the adorable two-bite size, or - most likely - the perfect crisp-chewy texture, but I just can't get enough of French macarons. Even when I'm stuffed to the gills, I can always make room for these tiny, delicate pastries.

True, macarons can be temperamental (meringue is the capricious culprit), but they do respond wonderfully to patience, encouragement, and a loving touch. So before you dismiss the idea of making these little lovelies at home, we've found a basic recipe that breaks down the uncooperative veneer of the elusive macaron.

Although part of the same happy pastry family, the French macaron should not be confused with the coconut macaroon. They are similar in concept, but differ greatly in execution: while both entail adding dry ingredients to a delicate egg white meringue, the one "o" macaron uses finely ground almonds as its base and requires much more gentle handling.

Much like a first date, there's a good chance that your first batch could end awkwardly. As in love, you simply pick yourself up and try again. Once you begin to understand the macaron's nature - its singular texture, its response to your oven, its personality in your climate - suddenly it's like the realization that you both enjoy the same rom-com movies and takeout Chinese: everything just works.

Ready for the challenge? Read on for the recipe.

Gay Marriage Supporters Cheer as Appeals Court Rules Marriage Prop 8 Is Unconstitutional

Annie Scudder — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 11:05:05 PST

A federal appeals court has reaffirmed that California's gay-marriage ban is unconstitutional. Today, the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals found that voter-passed Proposition 8 violates the 14th Amendment of the US constitution. Gay marriage supporters outside the courthouse in San Francisco cheered the decision, but the fight isn't over yet. The case will likely make it to the US Supreme Court as early as next year.

The court's ruling stated: “Proposition 8 served no purpose, and had no effect, other than to lessen the status and human dignity of gays and lesbians in California." The court also refused to throw out the decision of lower court judge, retired Chief US District Judge Vaughn R. Walker, on the basis of his sexual orientation. After the trial, Judge Walker, who is openly gay, revealed that he has been in a same-sex relationship for 10 years. See photos of the celebrations now.