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Leaving them on the wire rack for this part of the process will allow any excess chocolate to drip down onto your baking sheet instead of puddling around the edges of each macaroon. Once the chocolate is set, they are ready to serve.

summary: Put the chocolate chips into microwave-safe bowl and microwave them on medium heat for 30 seconds. Stir the chocolate with a small spoon to help mix the melted parts with the solid chips. Repeat the heating at 30-seconds intervals until the chocolate is completely melted. Using a small spoon, drizzle your melted chocolate over the tops of the cooled macaroons. While still sitting on the wire rack, place them in the fridge to allow the chocolate to harden.


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Filling in your fixed tasks is easy, but structuring the rest of your time can get tricky. Start by writing down everything you have to accomplish on a blank sheet of paper or in a new document on your phone or computer. Prioritize tasks by writing a number or letter next to each one.  For example, write 1 (or A) next to your most important tasks. These will be the tasks you'll write on your schedule first. Write 2 (or B) next to your middle-priority tasks, and 3 (or C) next to your low-priority items. When you write a task in your schedule, you could mark the priority level next to it, or just make an asterisk or exclamation point next to your top priorities. If you’re  planning out your week, make a list of your weekly tasks. Write down your daily tasks if you’re planning a single day. Fill in your schedule starting with the most important tasks. Estimate how long each task will take, and schedule your top priorities during times that you’re most alert and free of distractions. To call attention to high-priority tasks, draw asterisks, underline them, or highlight them.  For example, if you’re most productive in the morning, schedule high-priority projects before lunchtime. Save paper filing and deleting emails for later in the day. Do your best to set reasonable expectations. Don’t try to squeeze homework or a meeting with a client into 30 minutes when you know a full hour is more realistic. After you’ve entered the most important items, you can fill the smaller tasks, like doing laundry or going grocery shopping. As you fill in your tasks, include specific information so you don’t forget what the entry means. If you just jot down shorthand, you might not remember what you meant by “Go to meeting,” or “Do research.”  If you have to go to a meeting, include the time, location, and who will be attending. You might also want to add bullet points on the meeting's topic. Keep in mind you don’t want to write an essay for each task. Just include the necessary details that will help you stay on track. Whether you’re scheduling your tasks in an app or notepad, start and end times will help you keep your day structured. You’ll have a better idea of how your day will go and where you’ll be at specific times.  For example, you might have to prepare an outline from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., go to class from 11:00 a.m. to 12:15 p.m., have lunch at 12:30 p.m., and have a meeting from 1:00 p.m. to 1:45 p.m. Remember to set reasonable expectations. Refer to the log you kept when you tracked your time to accurately estimate how long a task will take. You can’t be 100% productive around the clock, so make time for loved ones, hanging out, and having fun. If you’re the type of person who forgets to take time off, including reminders to relax and have fun is especially important. For example, include entries such as, “Tuesday, 6:30 p.m. - Have dinner with Sam and Phil (finish up at work by 5:45!)” or “Saturday, 12:00 p.m. - Take Joey to the park.” Filling up your day with back-to-back tasks doesn’t leave any room for revisions. Instead, budget some time to deal with interruptions or delays. Leaving at least 15 minutes between tasks is a good way to work some wiggle room into your plans.  If you have to drive somewhere, remember to leave an extra 10 or 15 minutes in case you run into traffic. Even if you don’t run late or get distracted, you can use chunks of wiggle room to take breaks, exercise, or to do some extra work.

summary: Make a list of tasks on a separate sheet of paper. Assign the most important tasks during times when you’re most alert. Include details to remember exactly what you need to do. Include starting and ending times for each task. Set aside time for fun, family time, and relaxation. Leave about 25% of your time open.


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There are many online templates (for free or for purchase), as well as entire websites dedicated to creating restaurant menus. Even if you have a good sense of what you want, looking through different templates can inspire you or focus your design goals. Choose 1-2 templates that you really like.  If you have access to Microsoft word, Powerpoint, or any Adobe Suite programs, there are many menu templates in these formats available online. Websites like Canva and Must Have Menus offer some free templates, and others for a fee. Programs like iMenu offer drag-and-drop menu templates, but programs like this are not usually free. For a fancy restaurant, dark colors will convey a sense of seriousness and professionalism. At a casual restaurant, warm, muted colors will look appropriately inviting. At a restaurant with a young clientele or a zanier theme, bright colors will usually make the most sense. Unless you’re not happy with the interior design or plan on changing it, making the menus match (or at least complement) the restaurant itself is probably the safest bet. Your menu could be horizontal or vertical. It could be housed on a wooden clipboard, placed into a binder, presented as a placemat, or any number of other options.  A family diner might use a menu placemat. A brunch spot might use little wooden clipboards to present menus. An upscale bistro might have folding menus encased in clear binders. Once you have the look you want, look for a menu template online and plug all of your information in as-needed. Opt for a simple design of possible, and try 2 templates before sticking with one. Some other common things to keep in mind as you choose your template:  Keep your fonts simple. Don’t use more than 3 fonts on the menu. Check to see if any of the pages seems lopsided. Try to provide the same amount of information on each page. You can find menu templates on Microsoft Word, Google Docs, or online. If you have the means, hiring a professional designer can be a good option. A designer will be able to customize your menu and make sure it fits within your restaurant’s overall concept.  Post an add on Freelancer.com, Linkedin, Craigslist, or another site. Include as many specifics about the project as you can. Depending on the specifics of your design a professional designer should cost anywhere from $300 to $500. Shoot in natural light on an overcast day, and in front of a neutral background. Choose brightly colored food items and think about how you arrange your food. Try to create a balance picture. If possible, use a nice camera. Also, if possible, use photo editing software to enhance your images. If you want to hire a food photographer instead, post an add on Freelancer.com or Craigslist, and expect to pay between $10 and $50 per image. If you're struggling to get appetizing pictures, or don't think your menu will have enough space to fit in images, skip the images altogether. Remember: not every menu needs images to shine!
summary: Browse menu templates to get ideas. Choose a color scheme that matches the style of the restaurant. Select a presentation style that fits with your restaurant’s concept. Use a menu template for an easier menu design. Consider hiring a graphic designer. Take pictures of the food yourself to create an appetizing menu. Forego food images to keep your menu simple.