In the melting pot of Brazil, three quite different concepts of a square meal interacted delectably. The Indians, who were there first, contributed grains, vegetables and an appreciation of the abundant seafood. The Portuguese, who colonized Brazil, brought their stews and sweet tooth… and then imported African slaves who in turn added new spices and […]
Concerned About What’s In Your Commercial Pet Food? Try These Homemade Cat Food and Treats
Every day lately, it seems there is another pet food recall, warning dog and cat owners not to feed their pets different brands of foods. This is getting scary. Who knows which pet food will be recalled next. Though I am still using the kibble my cats normally eat, I am now supplementing my pets […]
An Insider’s Guide to Cancun and the Riviera Maya, Mexico
Living in Mexico was an adventurous fairytale; due to the variety of things to do, beauty of the country and the kindness of its residents. I am originally from Ohio but spent substantial time living in Mexico, studying the nature and history of this beautiful place. Here are some ideas and tips I learned from […]
The Joy of Convection Ovens – They’re Not Just for Restaurants Anymore
Nowadays, it is easier for home cooks to buy professional equipment for their kitchens. For example, the convection oven is a tool used by professional bakers worldwide. Convection ovens that restaurants use are highly priced (a few thousand dollars for a good one) and need special wiring. But now, there are a line of table-top, […]
Spices and herbs: Inseparable ingredients
Cooking is dull without herbs and spices. They are inseparable ingredients to make up the desired recipes for discriminating tastes. Culinary experts described herbs and spices as parts of plants used for medicine, cooking and pleasure all over the world. Herbs are green, leafy parts of plants, while spices are derived from any part […]
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