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Daily Mirror
3 days ago
- General
- Daily Mirror
Man's 'best ever' roast potato recipe has 'unique' ingredients
A man has shared his 'best ever' roast potato recipe, which is complete with a secret ingredient. He says the combination makes the spuds 'incredibly crispy' Nobody fancies a tasteless roastie - and one man has a foolproof method to ace your Sunday lunch staple every time. Everyone has their unique way of preparing roast potatoes, whether you're partial to smothering them in marmite or generous dollops of goose fat for that ultimate crunch - no one desires a disappointing spud on their Sunday roast, so achieving that crispy exterior is crucial. However, one man has revealed his top-notch tater technique for flawless potatoes every time, leaving people salivating, all thanks to his secret ingredients - honey and mustard. Enthusiastic home chef Justin Taylor posted a photo of his impeccable roast potatoes along with his preferred recipe. As the 40-year-old showcased a snap of his appetising potatoes next to a heap of thinly sliced gammon, he captioned the post: "Honey and mustard roast potatoes. Then Nutella bricks for dessert" - we'd be keen on that recipe too. In the meantime, you can follow Justin's straightforward recipe below.... You will need: Peeled and chopped white potatoes - quantity depends on how many people you're cooking for Two teaspoons of Colman's English mustard Four teaspoons of squeezy honey Black pepper and salt to taste Method: Add pepper and the mustard into a bowl and blend them together. Then, add honey - make sure to mix thoroughly. Pre-heat your oven-safe roasting tray with oil and two tablespoons of butter and salt. Then add your potatoes and baste with the honey mustard mixture. When there's only 20 minutes left before they're ready, baste them again - this will ensure they're full of flavour. Continue to baste every five minutes to keep them crisp After posting to Facebook, everyone concurred that Justin's meal looked absolutely scrumptious. One person exclaimed: "They sound amazing – my mouths watering just reading that. Can't wait to try them!" And another said: "Yes, please. We'll definitely be giving these a go at some point." Another culinary expert has revealed a common blunder people make while preparing roast potatoes. Marc Williams, who directs the cookery school at The Grand York, a luxurious five-star establishment, insisting on allowing your spuds to cool entirely post-parboiling. Contrary to typical practice - simply draining and tossing them into the pan for roasting - Williams advises that skipping the cooling process is an error not to be overlooked. The seasoned chef advised: "To get the perfect potatoes, peel them, add them to cold water and bring them to a boil. Boil for around six minutes until the edges soften. "Then, strain them and wait until the steam stops. You'll never get a crisp result if they are full of water." A version of this story was first published in July 2020.
Time of India
16-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
‘Flushed down the toilet': UC Berkeley student senate rejects Hindu Heritage month; sparks accusations of Hinduphobia, bullying
A video of the meeting, now widely shared on social media platform X, shows one student making a choking gesture and dramatically pretending to suffocate while the resolution was being discussed. (AP) In a decision that has ignited widespread backlash, the Associated Students of the University of California (ASUC) at UC Berkeley voted against a resolution to recognize October as Hindu Heritage Month , prompting outrage from Hindu students , advocacy groups, and civil rights observers. The proposal, Senate Resolution No. 2024/2025-042, was authored by a Caribbean Hindu student and focused solely on celebrating the contributions of Hindus to American society and the UC Berkeley campus. It highlighted Hindu achievements in science, technology, education, and the arts, deliberately avoiding any reference to Indian politics, Hindu nationalism, or current global events. Yet despite its apolitical tone, the resolution faced vehement opposition. Several student senators claimed the measure could be 'used to legitimize Hindu nationalist ideology,' even though those words appear nowhere in the text. The resolution failed to pass, with critics citing vague political concerns while allowing similar heritage recognitions for other groups to proceed without resistance. The Coalition of Hindus of North America (CoHNA) called the vote discriminatory and accused the Senate of engaging in 'Hinduphobia masked as caution.' by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 3 Reasons to Plug This Into Your Home Today elecTrick - Save upto 80% on Power Bill Learn More Undo The organization condemned what it described as bullying behavior during the March 5 public meeting and singled out Senator Isha Chander for allegedly steering the discussion toward divisive political rhetoric. CoHNA also expressed solidarity with Senator Justin Taylor, who supported the resolution and, according to observers, faced hostility and mockery from colleagues during the debate. A video of the meeting, now widely shared on social media platform X, shows one student making a choking gesture and dramatically pretending to suffocate while the resolution was being discussed, a moment many interpreted as a disturbing display of disdain for Hindu concerns. CoHNA demanded a formal investigation, an apology to the Hindu student community, and accountability for what it called "public bullying of a fellow senator. " Adding to the controversy, the ASUC temporarily removed the video of the meeting from its Facebook page during student elections. Critics argue this move amounted to political censorship aimed at avoiding scrutiny. 'What are they trying to hide?' CoHNA questioned, calling the deletion 'deeply suspicious' and 'indicative of institutional bias.' The resolution's defeat has reignited concerns about unequal representation of minority faiths on campus. 'All three Abrahamic religions have formal representation at ASUC,' one student speaker said. 'But when it comes to Hindus, our culture is treated as a political threat. The resolution was flushed down the toilet', a crude phrase actually used by one senator during the session. While the ASUC defended its decision as a measure to avoid 'unintended political implications,' Hindu students and supporters argue that the episode reflects a deeper problem: the growing tendency to conflate cultural celebration with controversial geopolitics—especially when it involves Hindu identity. 'It's exhausting,' said one student. 'We just wanted to celebrate our heritage. Instead, we were told to defend politics we don't even identify with.' The debate at UC Berkeley is far from over, as Hindu student organizations, alumni, and advocacy groups now call for transparency, reform, and equal respect for all communities on campus—regardless of the geopolitical baggage others may project onto them.
Associated Press
17-04-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
BDA Advises Kaer on Partnership with PATRIZIA and Mitsui to Accelerate Expansion of Cooling as a Service with Up to US$350m Investment Commitment
New York, NY April 17, 2025 --( )-- BDA Partners is pleased to announce that its client, Kaer, has successfully secured capital investment from PATRIZIA and Mitsui, via their APAC Sustainable Infrastructure Fund (A-SIF). This investment will support the expansion of Kaer's Cooling as a Service (CaaS) business across high growth Asian markets, representing up to US$350m in capital deployment to accelerate the region's transition to low carbon cooling. BDA was the exclusive financial advisor to Kaer on the transaction. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed. ASIF's investment will support Kaer's development of its existing presence in Singapore, Malaysia, India and Indonesia, as well as seed growth in new regional markets including Thailand and Vietnam. With 30% growth in 2024 and a further 50% growth projected from existing contracts coming in 2025, this partnership will allow Kaer to scale its operations safely while further developing technology and data analytics to enhance customer experience. By 2028, Kaer aims to deliver low-carbon cooling to 100 million square feet of commercial real estate, helping to eliminate 120 million kg of carbon emissions from cities in Asia. Meanwhile Kaer remains under the same management, ensuring continuity in operations and customer relationships, with A-SIF initially holding a minority stake, committing additional growth capital to support further expansion and business development. Justin Taylor, CEO of Kaer, said: 'This partnership with PATRIZIA and Mitsui through A-SIF is a significant milestone for Kaer and the global Cooling as a Service movement. With this investment, we will accelerate the expansion of our CaaS model into new markets, scale our technology-driven solutions, and help our customers reduce their carbon footprint while lowering costs. As demand for sustainable cooling grows across Asia, we remain committed to pioneering the transition towards a more energy-efficient and decarbonised built environment.' Saji Anantakrishnan, Head of Infrastructure for Australia and Asia at PATRIZIA, added: 'This fourth investment for A-SIF marks a strategic expansion into Cooling as a Service infrastructure. Kaer has built a market-leading business in an emerging sector that delivers both sustainability benefits and cost savings to customers. This platform exemplifies the merits and value-creation potential of midmarket infrastructure investing at its best. It is also a great example of what RE-Infra means in practice – infrastructure investing that enhances the value of the built environment, with technology playing a critical role in linking the two.' Mark Webster, Partner, Head of Services and Sustainability, BDA Partners, said, 'This is a landmark transaction for energy efficiency and decarbonisation in Asia. Backed by PATRIZIA and Mitsui, Kaer will continue to lead the delivery of sustainable Cooling as a Service across the region. We're delighted to have advised Kaer.' Deal team · Mark Webster, Partner, Head of Singapore, Head of Services and Sustainability, Singapore · Rica Wirianata, Partner, Singapore · Joscelin Kee, Director, Singapore · Artur Dumont, Vice President, Singapore · Brandon Heng, Associate, Singapore About Kaer The pioneer of Cooling as a Service and the fastest growing CaaS provider in Asia, Kaer has designed, built and operated cooling systems for commercial and industrial buildings in Asia, for over 70 years. Aiming to make CaaS the model of choice for the real estate industry, Kaer enables businesses to simply buy cooling on a pay-as-you-use basis, to overcome significant capital investment and challenges associated with owning a cooling system, allowing businesses to transition to low-carbon cooling while reducing capex. With over SGD $200m of cooling assets under management, Kaer is serving over 20 million sq ft of real estate space across Asia. About PATRIZIA With operations around the world, PATRIZIA has been offering investment opportunities in real estate and infrastructure assets for institutional, semi-professional and private investors for 41 years. PATRIZIA manages over EUR 55bn in assets and employs 900 professionals at 26 locations worldwide. PATRIZIA has been making an impact since 1984, by helping children in need, since 1992 in close collaboration with Bunter Kreis ('colourful circle') in Germany for aftercare of children with severe diseases, and since 1999 through the PATRIZIA Foundation. The PATRIZIA Foundation has given more than 700,000 children and young people worldwide access to education, healthcare, and a safe home to get the chance to live a better self-determined life over the last 25 years. / About Mitsui & Co., Ltd. Mitsui is a global trading and investment company with a presence in more than 60 countries and a diverse business portfolio covering a wide range of industries, including infrastructure, mobility, energy and materials, amongst others. The company identifies, develops, and grows its businesses in partnership with a global network of trusted partners including world leading companies, combining its geographic and cross-industry strengths to create long-term sustainable value for its stakeholders. Mitsui has set three key strategic initiatives for its current Medium-term Management Plan: supporting industries to grow and evolve with stable supplies of resources and materials, and providing infrastructure; promoting a global transition to low-carbon and renewable energy; and empowering people to lead healthy lives through the delivery of quality healthcare and access to good nutrition. About BDA Partners BDA Partners is the global investment banking advisor for Asia. We are a premium provider of Asia-related advice to sophisticated clients globally, with 30 years' experience advising on cross-border M&A, capital raising, and financial restructuring. We provide global reach with our teams in New York and London, and true regional depth through our seven Asian offices in Mumbai, Singapore, Ho Chi Minh City, Hong Kong, Shanghai, Seoul and Tokyo. BDA has deep expertise in the Chemicals, Consumer & Retail, Health, Industrials, Services, Sustainability and Technology sectors. We work relentlessly to earn our clients' trust by delivering insightful advice and outstanding outcomes. BDA Partners has strategic partnerships with William Blair, a premier global investment banking business, and with DBJ (Development Bank of Japan), a Japanese Government-owned bank with US$150bn of assets. US securities transactions are performed by BDA Partners' affiliate, BDA Advisors Inc, a broker-dealer registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). BDA Advisors Inc is a member of the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) and SIPC. In the UK, BDA Partners is authorized and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA). In Hong Kong, BDA Partners (HK) Ltd is licensed and regulated by the Securities & Futures Commission (SFC) to conduct Type 1 and Type 4 regulated activities to professional investors. Contact Information: BDA Partners Euan Rellie 212-265-5300 Contact via Email Read the full story here: BDA Advises Kaer on Partnership with PATRIZIA and Mitsui to Accelerate Expansion of Cooling as a Service with Up to US$350m Investment Commitment Press Release Distributed by
