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The Tip is 'Don't procrastinate' For years I've been buying ink jet cartridges from a big box office supply store. These cartridges were made overseas and labeled with the well-known brand of a large American printer company. One I remembered a local store that advertised quality cartridges. I had traveled by this local store hundreds of times but never stopped. This time I stopped at the local store. To my surprise I discovered that they carried the cartridge I needed and it was a Made in USA cartridge. Made in Chicago, to be precise, and it was half the price of the imported ones I had been buying for years. The quality is exceptional and they last longer too. Who knew? After that experience, I make a point to stop at every store I can. By doing so, I've been finding more and more Made in America products. Occasionally the clerks don't know the country of origin; this can be discouraging but finding the origin information yourself isn't difficult I've come to realize. Believe it not, there are actually a number of computers made in the US including laptops made in the USA. When the label is not visibly displayed I use the other Made in America buying tips to help me find Made in US. If the store doesn't carry what you are looking for, use Made in America Secrets to find it and tell the manager about your experience at their store. If enough people are asking for Made in America products stores will begin to carry them. Buying Tip Continued - Read more on Made in America Products by Ghyslain Chocolates An artist can express himself in many ways. For Ghyslain Maurais, it has been through chocolate and pastry. Born in Qu?bec, Canada, Ghyslain found his culinary passion while working in the field to fund his architectural education. Soon after, he changed career paths and entered the Institue du Tourisme et d'Hotelerie du Qu?bec. Certified in French pastry, chocolate d?cor, candy making, blown/pulled sugar and bread making, Ghyslain has served as the head chef for the Canadian Delegations in New York and London. His career includes experience as both a pastry and executive chef in first class restaurants and hotels. From Qu?bec to Union City Union City BistroWhile working at the Inn of Versailles in Ohio, he met his wife, Susan. Together they relocated to her hometown in Union City, Indiana to establish Ghyslain Chocolatier. Since 1998, connoisseurs of gourmet chocolate and fine French pastries have visited Union City to enjoy tours and shopping in the chocolate boutique. Expanding Operations In May 2008, Ghyslain expanded with the opening of a new location in Richmond, Indiana. The full service Richmond Bistro serves lunch and dinner. Patrons can enjoy shopping in the boutique which features French pastries, homemade gelato, and a wide assortment of Ghyslain's gourmet chocolates. In April 2011, Ghyslain opened his third location in Louisville, Kentucky's East Market neighborhood. The bistro has come to be known as Ghyslain on Market. This store is open daily from 7 am to 9 pm, serving bistro fare throughout the day. There, you'll also find Ghyslain's chocolates, pastries and breads for purchase. Ghyslain Chocolatier opened his second Louisville bistro in Westport Village in October 2012. Ghyslain at Westport Village, located at 1215 Herr Lane, serves gelato, French pastries and chocolates, a full menu of soups, salads, sandwiches and breakfast items and a variety of beverages including coffee, beer and wine. The upscale casual bistro seats nearly 100 guests inside an additional 40 on the outdoor patio. Ghyslain at Westport Villate is open daily from 7 am to 9 pm. Chocolate des beaux arts:The fine art of making artisanal chocolate Ghyslain's signature chocolates are one-of-a-kind hand-painted masterpieces created with the finest ingredients. Each chocolate features a unique design detailed with hand brushed color. And yes, they taste as incredible as they look. |
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