America House Staff Recommends: 11 Romantic Movies for Valentine's Day
That's right, it's that time of the year. Time for light-hearted romantic comedies or heartbreaking dramas. It doesn’t matter whether you celebrate Valentine’s Day or not, long winter nights are perfect for watching heartfelt movies.
Greetings, Oh My!
When meeting people for the first time, or when catching up with old acquaintances, we usually use certain greetings. These introductory phrases (or actions) can help set the mood and establish friendliness.
Spotlight Artist: Kehinde Wiley
Having already painted American icons from rapper Notorious B.I.G. to the King of Pop over the course of his career, New York-based artist Kehinde Wiley will now be painting the most recent president of the United States - Barack Obama.
Top 5 American Food Magazines
Whether you’re a foodie at heart or are simply looking for some new recipes to try, you’ll be sure to find a magazine you love in our list of top 5 American food magazines! Below you will discover a range of publications, both niche and widely read, which produce a wide range of articles on everything from party-throwing tips to the relationship between food and the economy!
Idioms, Idioms, and More Idioms: The best idioms to know and use
Every language contains quirky phrases called idioms that may not make sense to non-native speakers. Whether they aim to give advice or are simply a way of expressing an idea, these phrases are essential to understanding what’s going on in many situations. This post will highlight some of the most useful English-language idioms to know and give examples of how to actually use them in a social context. You’ll soon be an idiom-speaking professional.
The Key to Success: Inspirational Vocabulary for Encouraging Your Coworkers
Knowing motivational vocabulary is great for encouraging your officemates and keeping morale up in the workplace. Your coworkers will be sure to appreciate your positive attitude around the office. Below you will find a vocabulary list of popular English-language idioms that refer to working hard and being successful at your job.
10 Websites Any Entrepreneur Should Be Reading
Reading online content is a great way for any start-up junkie or aspiring entrepreneur to keep up-to-date on business news, tips, and trends. Below you will discover 10 must-read digital platforms for anyone looking to start a company!
Gingerbread House From Scratch
So... what are you planing for this holiday season? Why not to make a gingerbread house. This is fun project to do with your family, plus, it is so yummy! This is not an assumption, this is reality. We've made one at America House and had lots of fun.
American New Year’s Eve Traditions
Check out some of the popular traditions you might come across with American New Year’s Eve celebrations!