More astonishing presentations by Benjamin Zander

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Google Chrome, Firefox and Internet Explorer

The shiny new internet browser from Google is here. Google Chrome is available for download from here. What are the implications for the two other main browsers, Firefox and Internet Explorer.

I've read some blogs where people are announcing the end of the story for them, and others who are just expecting the final version of this new browser to say their final word.

But, for sure, this presentation takes the Google-Microsoft rivalry to a whole new level and it will also affect the whole internet.

One of the most interesting things in Chrome is the address bar. People in Google resolved one of the most common mistakes in browsing the web: to write a search in this bar instead of the search box. Google has unified the address bar and the seach box creating a new concept now called the Omnibox.

A good reason to change to Mac

A research company has determined that using Mac in a business environment is better than using Windows PCs from two points of view: time and money. That means, changing to Mac is a logical move if we want to increase efficiency and generate internal cost savings.

Nucleus Research has been doing a study in a company with 1700 employees.
Mac and Pcs are both used in this same company and after the analysis, Nucleus reported two important issues:

1) Macs have 33 per cent fewer problems than Windows PCs in a business environment;
2) Mac trouble tickets are closed 30% quicker.

Conclusions are obvious: people using Mac could have 33% more time to be efficient and, if they have problems with their Macs, they can go back to work much quickly than PC users.

That seems to be a very good reason to change to Mac

Traditions: Sant Jordi

Every 23rd of April, we catalans celebrate the Diada de Sant Jordi. It's a very special day for us in which we (men) give a rose to the woman we love, and in return they (women) give us a book.

This responds to a tradition that goes back to s. XV and from 1995, this date also corresponds to the International Day of the Book (established by UNESCO).

If you have the opportunity to come to Catalonia, then you will find all streets with improvised books stores, plenty of roses in each corner and flags in the windows of people's houses.

Il Cavolo Nero - Florence

Il Cavolo Nero is one of those small and glamorous restaurants difficult to find in a tiny street in Florence, Italy. I had the chance to taste his delicious food and wines last week.

I will suggest you to visit its warm light, peaceful ambience and cordial personnel. The restaurant is placed near the Arno River just 15 minutes walking from Ponte Vecchio. It is a small but cosy place with not more than twelve tables in Via de'll Ardiglione 22.

This trattoria has an excellent menu and a complete Carta dei Vini. I've been very lucky trying those dishes: Handmade potatoes gnocchi with cherry tomato and burrata cheese (see Picture), Grilled tuna fillet with vegetables in balsamic vinegar sauce and the superb Soft bitter chocolate cake with an delicious Chianti classico.

Contact: RISTORANTE CAVOLO NERO, Via dell'Ardiglione,22 50124 FIRENZE, tel. 055-294744 - mailto:055-294744info@cavolonero.it

Out - Traditional cuisine in Madrid

Sometimes I have to work in Madrid, a city I like very much because of their people and life style. Every time my agenda allows me, I try to have lunch at the very traditional Taberna de los 4 Robles. This is an astonishing example of what good service must be in a restaurant: excellent waiters, excellent dishes and excellent prices.

Localized in the heart of Madrid (Plaza Celenque, 1), less than 100 metres from Plaza del Sol, it offers a wide variety of tipical tapas and extremely good quality of fresh fish and meat.

I recommend trying the Tosta de Gambas (with gaerlic), Espárragos trigueros, Sopa de Marisco, Medallones de Solomillo, Ensalada con Ventresca and Bocaditos de Bacalao. Just be careful with the size of every dish: you have to be very hungry.

Prices are very acceptable and a four people dinner could cost no more than 100-120 euros.

Out - Amazing cuisine, excellent situation

La Venta Restaurant

Every time I can, I try to go to a traditional mediterranean food restaurant in Tibidabo's mountain in the north of Barcelona. Comfortable and with excellent service. You should always make a reservation one day prior to your meeting.

After tasting its finest wines, freshest fishes and meats, you can have a drink in the nearest bars: Mirablau, Merbelle or (most recommended) Mirabe. All of them are no more than 100 m from the restaurant.

I recommend some dishes that are delicious: Ravioli de Langostino con Puerro, Bacalao con pilpil de setas, Risotto frito de azafran con sepia, Canelones de calabacin rellenos de gambas, Lomo de conejo con cigalas y picada de chocolate, Espalda de Cordero al Horno, Sorbete de Agua de Rosa.

Address: Plaza Doctor Andreu s/n - 08035 Barcelona - Tel. +34 93 212 64 55 - Open monday to saturday - www.restaurantelaventa.com