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“Without rice, even the cleverest housewife cannot cook.” – Chinese Proverb Over half the global population survives on it. It is the second most produced cereal grain in the world. There are over 40,000 varieties of it worldwide – and I have selected for you, the three best ones to eat, before you die! Go…
DetailsMincemeat in olden times was contained in a crust and known as Christmas pie. The Puritans associated the pie with Catholics and thus, they were banned. But the concoction survived and can be found pre-made in jars around Christmas time. Made up of apples and other fruits, it did indeed contain meat at one time.…
DetailsThe coffee plant originates from the highland forests of Ethiopia. It is believed that the first plants were found growing wild in the region of Kaffa, where coffee derives its name from. A popular legend tells of a goat herder named Kaldi. One day he noticed his goats behaving in a strange manner. They were…
DetailsIf you are feeling bored with the every day food that you’ve been eating, you may want to consider trying something completely new. These days, Morrocan tagines and cuisine are gaining in popularity as people become more adventurous in their eating habits. Great Kitchen Pot If you happen to enjoy cooking, your kitchen will not…
DetailsWhat is Indian cuisine? This is a loaded question. For starters, India is a massive country with diverse culinary styles. Featuring a variety of climates, soil types, and livelihoods, food in India differs significantly based on the availability of spices, herbs, vegetables, and fruits. In fact, Indian food is also heavily influenced by local customs,…
DetailsWhen traveling to a new destination I find that one thing is always true when it comes to food: no one does it better than the locals. Whether you’re in Italy nibbling on gnocchi or in Louisiana enjoying spicy gumbo, the best food can always be found at local spots. On a recent trip to…
DetailsIf you don’t already regularly use lentils in your family’s menu, it is well worth spending a bit of time looking up recipes, trying out different methods of cooking them, and experimenting with different types of lentils (red, green, brown, puy…) to discover your own favourites. Here are three good reasons to eat more lentils.…
DetailsIt seems that the Turks, like the Italians have a knack for combining different ingredients, spices and flavors – Turkish cuisine is full of imagination, resulting from the ease with which cooking is treated there. First of all fantasy Although it is full of names almost impossible to correctly pronounce by an average European, it…
DetailsA Mongolian barbecue usually comprises raw seafood, thinly sliced meats, selected vegetables and enjoyed with rice. Mongolian barbecue is normally prepared on a flat metal surface. To make the best Mongolian barbecue slice meat across the grain in 2-3 inch strips. Arrange meat and vegetable separately on platters. Prepare the sauce. Simmer soy sauce and…
DetailsWhen a Westerner hears the term ‘heaty’ or ‘heatiness’, he/she would probably ask what it is. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), this is a common concept related to the balancing of ‘yin’ and ‘yang’. Most people, especially the Chinese in Asian countries such as China, Hong Kong, Malaysia and Singaporeans are familiar with this notion…
DetailsChadon beni or shado beni is a herb with a strong pungent scent and flavor that is used extensively in Caribbean cooking, more so Trini cooking. The scientific name for the herb is ' Eryngium foetidum' but in Trinidad and Tobago the popular "market" names for chadon beni are culantro or bhandhania. Culantro is distinct…
DetailsIn India curd means a liquidy, sour, unsweetened yogurt. Curd rice or yogurt rice is a specialty dish popular in the southern states of India like Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu. In Tamil Nadu it is one of the foods which is offered to God in many Shiva and Sri Vaishnavite Temples which is…
DetailsIreland is known for its lush green lands, which are of course excellent for the growing of crops and the grazing of livestock. Traditional Irish food is hearty, wholesome, fare made from local produce – recipes may be simple but they are both tasty and satisfying! Potatoes are also a prominent feature of Irish cooking.…
DetailsRoti Prata, a popular breakfast dish in Singapore, is originally a traditional South Indian food. It is somehow comparable to a fried pancake that you cook over a level grill. More often than not, Singaporeans eat Roti Prata with banana, chocolate, cheese, egg, mushroom, onion, vegetables, or meat-based curry, amongst many others. Furthermore, Roti Prata…
DetailsBarbacoa is extremely popular in many parts of Mexico and the United States. States close to the border know barbacoa as a delicious meat item, available only on the weekends as a special Sunday breakfast meal. Others eat barbacoa with regularity, enjoying it any time or any day. So What exactly is barbacoa? It is…
DetailsHome cooked food and meals like 'mamma use to make' are delicious but sometimes they can go a little overboard on the calorie count. This isn't good when you're on a specific weight loss routine or you're trying to lose a stone in a month, in 3 weeks or whenever. This article will show you…
DetailsThe population of Malaysia is quite diverse and made up of three major ethnic groupings i.e., Malays, Indians, and Chinese, but there are smaller and lesser known groups which are all part and parcel of Malaysia as we know it today. Essential Staples Some of the essential ingredients that make up the current Malaysian cuisine…
DetailsIndian culture and ethos are famous all over the globe for its diversity and heterogeneous characteristic. And with Indians settled all over the world, Indian culture is fast spreading all across the world and is being adapted by many. In fact it comes as a surprise to many that Diwali is celebrated in America by…
DetailsDad had a butchery in a small village and as a small girl I used to watch my mother make brawn. She used to cook ox trotters for hours in a huge pot on the old wood burning stove. When so soft that the bones were quite clean, she took the soft mass of meat…
DetailsThis recipe is about preparing a delicious dish using cuttlefish and noodles. Cuttlefish as their name says are not real fish but are mollusks that are similar to squid in appearance. They are known to be the chameleon of the sea because cuttlefish can change their color pattern in accordance to the environment. For me,…
DetailsI want to talk to you about Puerto Rican Food Recipes. A subject near and dear to my heart. Growing up my mom and my grandmother provided us with the daily food my family ate. Sometimes when you are accustomed to something you take it for granted. However, the first time I spent an extended…
DetailsBeing able to create great stewed dishes is a skill that every cook should master, and it is possibly one of the easiest. Stewed Chicken is a comfort food we all can relate to. Your favorite might be chicken and dumplings, or perhaps a hearty chicken and rice stew. There are as many variations as…
DetailsBandera, Texas is usually a very warm place; however, this time of the year the winds can pick up and it gets pretty chilly for a Texas town! After doing a morning’s chores, I decided I wanted something warm, flavorful, and filling but not necessarily fattening. Today, I knew I had some really nice Roma…
DetailsHomemade skin care recipes are simple safe and easy to use, not to mention they can also be fun to make. When you make your own recipes you know exactly what ingredients you are using and most of these ingredients can be found in your kitchen and they cost much less than if you were…
DetailsThe venerable peanut butter cookie recipe is one that almost every cook has in his or her arsenal. They are generally among the simplest of creations, with just a few ingredients and a bullet proof cooking method that achieves a high degree of success. But the simplicity of the recipe leads to one inescapable end:…
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