You've planned for this moment for the better part of a month. You've watched at least three episodes of Knife Fight to get your culinary skills up to par, and your grill is polished and ready. The sun rises above the hills and shines down upon your backyard like a divine blessing. The powers that be have declared today the perfect grilling day. There is no better time than now to start up the grill and invite your buddies.  Everything is absolutely perfect, except for one simple thing: you don't know how to host a BBQ.

Don't panic! The fine gentlemen over at Esquire have a handy guide to get you through the process of hosting theperfect summer barbeque.  Here's a quick list of my favorite pieces of advice:

• Do not walk away from the grill unless it's an absolute emergecy. This is your post and you are bound to guard it for as long as it takes.

• Plan what you need ahead of time. A BBQ with more than 10 guests  takes at least a week of planning. You don't want to fall back on KFC when you don't have enough food to serve.

• Make sure you are cooking on a decent grill and not a budget item. Don't bother cooking anything if you're going to use the grill that's been collecting dust for centuries in your garage. 

Face it, the traditional cruise is a boring affair. You wake up in the morning and do the same things you would do if you were back at home: eat, drink at an overpriced club, and sleep. Why would you pay more than $1,000 for a trtip that is essentially a stay-at-home vacation? Cue the Alila Purnama, a gorgeous yacht that you can embark on for a fairly competitve price. This beautiful ship could easily be featured on a TV show like The Getaway. The three-deck schooner was built entirely by hand and comes with all the essentials you would expect out of a large cruise liner.

The Purnama's accomadations begin with five queen bed cabins, an on-board spa therapist, and a master suite balcony with a beautiful veranda. The ship also contains a classic and well-stocked library for those times you want to just sit down and relax.  The yacht also takes guests on local adventures, including kayaking, suba diving, and hiking through Indonesian rainforest villages. Check out the full info here.

There is no better time to drink beer than the summer. Sure, you can enjoy a sip any time burning the year, but it tastes the best when consumed under the hot sun. It's also the best companion when cooking a meal for a few of your friend (as evidenced on the Knife Fight TV show).  But what is the best beer to have on those hot days and coo summer nights? Thankfully,  Esquire has a handy list with a few chioce IPAs and mass-produced ales, including some beers that you've probably never heard of before.  

Personally, my favorite on the list is the Anchor California Lager. I'm not much of a "Lager guy," but this smooth drink doesn't leave the heavy after taste that I usually try to avoid. Can't get the California Lager in your area? My second choice would be the Firestone Walker Pils. The drink contains a juicy falvor with a snap of German hops thrown in for good measure. Check out the full list here.

Why visit the rainforest if you're not going to fully enjoy it? Finca Bellavista, situated in 600 acres of untouched rainforest, provides the ultimate getaway experience. The private treehouse resort allows its visitors to enjoy the beautiful enviornment from within one and two-story treehouses. Situated 100ft above the forest floor, these treehouses are not the rickety and poorly constructed boxes from your childhood. No sir, these houses are fully modernized and include electricity, massive verandas, king-sized beds, and hot water. Each of the houses are connected by beautifully constructed suspension bridges.  Oh, and did I mention that there is ziplining? 

Finca Bellavista offers the adernaline junkie  a full menu of pulse-pounding activites, including ziplining, kayaking, year-round surfing and more.  But what about those who just want to relax? Don't worry, the resort also organizes hiking trips and yoga classes for those of us who like a  "quiet getaway." Check out the information right here. 

Have someone to impress and need a quick recipie that you can cook in under 10 minutes? Don't worry, I've got just the thing to get you set up for the perfect night. This spaghetti squash plate will make you look like a high profile Knife Fight chef. in no time. Oh, and it won't break the bank either. You can find the full recipe on The Art of Manliness, but first lets see if you have what you need in the fridge. Ingredients include:

• 2 large spaghetti squash
• Kosher salt
• Fresh cracked pepper
• 2 table spoons of extra virgin olive oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 carrots, finely diced
• 4 cloves garlic, diced
• Kosher salt
•  More fresh cracked pepper
•  1/2 teaspoon of crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 teaspoon italian seasoning
• 1 lb of ground turkey breast
• 1/2 cup of red wine
• 2 16.5  oz cans of petite diced tomatoes
• 1 28 oz canned tomatoe sauce
• Parmasean cheese

OK, maybe you'll need to make a quick shopping trip. You'll thank me on the way out. 
 

Craving a little more freedom while on the open road? The Aprilla Dorsoduro 1200 promises to be the perfect getaway vehicle and will take you anywhere you need to go at a decent price ($11,000 MSRP). Rideapart took the motorcycle out for a spin and nothing but good things to say about the 1,197cc v-twin beast.  Despite it's tall apperance (seat height is a massive 34.25 inches) the Dorsoduro is both compact and light at a 494lbs. Concerened about stopping power? The Dorsoduro also comes with ABS brakes and is at home on both the crowded LA streets and the open road. Oh, and did I mention that it looks absolutely stunning. Honestly, I completely forgot that this was a supermoto. It's restrained colors don't scream for attention, but are enough to turn a few heads while you cruise to your next vacation destination. What are you waiting for? Pack a bag and hit the road. 

Cooking a decent plate of ribs is both easy and difficult. Most chefs (not featured on Knife Fight) walk into the kitchen thinking that a plate of smoked bbq ribs is the simplest thing to cook. They would be dead wrong. It is true that ribs are relativley uncomplicated, but they can be easily ruined by simply not paying attention while you snag another beer. Luckily, The Art of Manliness has a bulletproof guide on how to cook the perfect rack of ribs. But before you go venturing into the world of smoked ribs, we should take a look at the ingredients you'll need:

• 1/4 cup of brown sugar
• 1/4 cup of paprika
• 3 tablespoons of salt
• 2 teaspoons of garlic powder
• 2 teaspoons of celery seeds
• 1 teaspoon of cayenne pepper

It looks simple enough and shouldn't take you longer than an hour to prepare and cook. But what will you serve with your smoked ribs? Personally, my favorite is the addition of some simple honey cornbread muffins. Are you more of a pasta guy? Well, you could go for the easy-to-cook asparagus and lemon pasta. Or you could just serve them with your favorite IPA brew or cider. Now go out there and cook. 

Tucked away in the beautiful wildlands of FInland is a quaint igloo village. The small resort is the perfect place to getaway from the hectic world and let your toubles float away with the frozen air. Situated in Northen Finland, Kakslautten Resort offers travelers a place to stay in some truly unique glass  igloos.  Each igloo is wrapped in beautiful glass, allowing residents a breathtaking view of the Northen Lights without venturing outside in below zero temperatures. The igloos are completley isolated from the enviornment and feature heated interiors.  But don't avoid the outside if you fear the chilly temperatures. The resort also features plenty of smoke saunas and outdoor hot tubs. Add the husky-led snow safari, and you have the perfect northern getaway. 

Have kids? Don't worry, Santa will take care of them. Near Kaks is "Santa's Resort," a year-round park that features reindeer sleigh rides, sledding and guided tours. Oh, and there are plenty of elves to hand out snacks and entertainment. You can find more details right here. 

I have a confession to make: I hate cooking for more than 10 minutes. Honestly, if I were competing on Knife Fight I would give up within two minutes. So imagine my delight when I stumbled upon this delicious reciepe for Bay Scallop Shrimp Pasta. What makes it so special? Well, you can cook and serve it in just 10 minutes. The Art of Manliness came up with this new dish and I am literally salivating just talking about it. Too much information? Sorry, lets get down to the ingredients.

The receipe calls for:

• Four large zucchini
• Kosher salt
• 1/2 stick of unsalted butter
• 4 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup of dry white wine, or substitue with chicken stock
• 1 16.5 oz can fire roasted diced tomatoes
• 1/2 lemon, juiced
• Fresh cracked pepper
• 1 lb bay scallops, or substitute shrimo, crab meat, etc.
• 1/2 cup of heavy cream
• Parmesan cheese, grated

I'd recommend pairing it with a white wine, and plenty of napkins. For the full recipe check out the Art of Manliness. Oh, and enjoy the dish!

 A challenging adventure by day and a luxury getaway by night; the No Limit Baja expedition is nothing like you have ever experienced. The journey begins in a custom Land Rover Defender Station Wagon with your trusty guide. You'll explore pre-historic caves filled with 10,000 year-old paintings, geothermal hot springs, and, of course, the beautiful vineyards of Mexico. There’s also plenty of coastal fishing and off road tracks if you’re the physical type. Don't worry, there is plenty of time to rest in one of the many safari camps scattered across truly stunning beaches.

Don't enjoy the idea of rugged life? The expedition also takes you to a Baja resort so can unwind and wash away that dirt and mud from the day's adventure. What else does the package include? Well, the price (available by contact only) includes hotels, camp and park fees, meals, vehicle expenses and airport transfers. However, you will have to pay for your own alcoholic beverages and international air-fare. You can find more information about this pulse-pounding adventure at the official No Limit X website. 

The Grilled Cheese sandwich is not the most exciting of things. You've probably been making it the same exact way since you were a child: two pieces of bread and some supermarket cheese. How do you spice up such a mundane piece of food like you were a crazy chef on Knife Fight? Let me enlighten you.

The Rasberry Twist Grilled Cheese is the perfect sandwich for those who want something quick and easy, but complicated enough to raise some eyebrows. The main ingredients include green onion, bread, butter, rasberry preserves, 4 slices of munster cheese, and chopped pecans. Yes, I said chopped pecans. The result is a Grilled Cheese sandwich that has a slight sour taste, but includes that familiar taste you've enjoyed since 1st grade. Don't believe me? Check out the full recipe and find out for yourself. 

Like the idea of camping, but not so keen on cooking those s'mores yourself? Don't worry, it's 2013 and that means you can enjoy "luxury camping." Ditch the dirty stigmas associated with the outdoor life and enjoy the life of a Rancher in style. Cliffside Camp is the perfect place to stay on your next getaway excurision. Located in central Montana, Cliffside puts you in the middle of 37,000 acres of  breathtaking wilderness. But it isn't a perfect getaway without a beutiful place to rest your head. The camp is composed of seven "luxury camping areas" and a grand dining terrace that serves guests with food that you would hardly associate with canned beans.

Six 1,000 sq ft tents sit atop a stunning cliff and come equipped with real beds, copper tubs, heated flooring, private decks, and even wireless internet.  Really, it's like taking your city apartment and dumping it in the middle of nowhere. Add to that a private chef  (gourmet smores for guests) and you've got the perfect getaway for a weekend or month.  There's also plenty of outdoor activites, including ATVs, white water rafting, horseback riding, cattle herding (not kidding), clay shooting and golf.  

Once in every 10,000 years there is a sandiwch that defies all convention. A sandwich that  should not taste amazing, but somehow bends the rules of our tastebuds. This sandwich that would be home on a no-holds-barred cooking show like Knife Fight.

This sandwich is named the Dagwood and it is absolutely insane.

You've probably never heard of this monstrous creation (I hadn't until a few moments ago), but I assure you that it is quite possibly the most delicious thing you will ever taste. The sandwich is packed to the brim with salami, bologna, turkey, Ruffles potatoe chips, and pepporoni. Not enough? How about slapping on 4 slices of American cheese and deli ham? Check out the recipe right here if you're brave enough. 

Need to find the perfect Getaway? Avoid the crowds and bickering children by taking a trip on this 147 foot "Aria" Amazon cruise liner. The Aria is the first luxury cruise liner to come straight from Peru and is a perfect addition to your expanding Getaway to-do list. Each room comes with breathtaking panoramic views, luxurious amenities, and access to a large outdoor lounge complete with a cold-water jacuzzi.

The luxury doesn't stop on the boat either.  A personal guide will also taccompany you on a few jungle excusrions at one of the boat's many stops. Then again, you could just book a ticket for a boring cruise to the Caribbean. But that wouldn't be much of a getaway, would it? 

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Captain America: The Winter Soldier, next year's unfrozen super-soldier sequel will have more than its fair share of new faces to the Marvel Cinematic Universe. However, it looks like four more have jumped on board, including an alumnus from Christopher Nolan's Batman trilogy. (Sacrilege?) According to Twitch, actors, (pictured left to right) Chin Han, Jenny Agutter, Alan Dale and Bernard White have been cast as new members of S.H.I.E.L.D. working under Robert Redford's character, Alexander Pierce.

While much of the film's details are still under wraps, Redford's Agent Alexander Pierce has recently been the focus of rumors and speculation after the actor may have accidentally revealed that there is more to the character than we were meant to believe. Of course, the aspect surrounding who Piece may or may not actually be has not been confirmed in any form. However, what is known, is that Pierce will be portrayed as a high-ranking official in S.H.I.E.L.D. The four additions to the team will be working directly under the dubious dignitary. That is the extent of the info at this point in time.

For Chin Han, who, in The Dark Knight, famously fell victim to the Joker's literal effort to "watch the world burn," is also coming off another DC Comics stint on TV's Arrow. He now takes his first stab at a Marvel property. Jenny Agutter, who has been consistently visible in television and film for decades, may be best remembered as the barely-clothed romantic interest in Logan's Run. However, she has actually already been in the MCU with a small role as a World Security Council member in The Avengers. Alan Dale is also a ubiquitously-working veteran actor, who you may have seen recently in The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo, Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull, and stints on several TV shows like Entourage, The Killing, and Lost. Bernard White also possesses a vast resume of film and TV appearances going back to the early 80's. While sporadic TV stints seem to be his forte, he has also been seen in prominent films like The Matrix Revolutions and City of Angels.

The newfound foursome now join an already-impressive cast headlined by Chris Evans' juiced justice-bringer consisting of Robert Redford, Scarlett Johansson, Samuel L. Jackson, Toby Jones, Frank Grillo, Emily VanCamp, Hayley Atwell, UFC champion, Georges St-Pierre, Anthony Mackie, Cobie Smulders, and Sebastian Stan as Cap's unfrozen friend-turned-foe in the titular Winter Soldier.

Captain America: The Winter Soldier showcases more "shields" than it knows what to do with when it hits theaters on April 4, 2014.

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