How French Toast and 8 Other Site-Specific Foods Got Their Names

JB325 You could debate which country boasts the best local food and flavor, but one thing is clear: Some of our favorite foods have been stamped with approval by the nations that concocted them. We all benefit as a result, though we take for granted the origins and stories that led to these gastronomic wonders. Here's a look at how some traveling cuisines, cocktails and snacks got their starts:

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13 CAN’T-MISS INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCES FOR WEB DESIGN

The world of web design is always charging forward, so having your ear to the ground when it comes to the latest trends and topics is critical to your success as a web designer. Checking out international conferences, for instance, is a great way to network with others in your industry. It also refreshes your training, and gives you a glimpse into what’s popular in the rest of the world.

Here’s a month-by-month breakdown of some conference standouts of 2013 – past, present, and future – to help you get a jump on travel planning. You can also use this list to plan ahead for 2014, when they all come back around again. 

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ORANGE IS THE NEW FREE IMAGE

We’re giving October a warm welcome with this week’s free image. This big, bright image of orange pumpkins is perfect for all of your upcoming Halloween projects. The image comes to us from contributor McFields, from a collection that includes yummy visuals of cupcakes, cookies, and candy corn. See the McFields profile for more. And,…

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