After I got home from work as a teacher in Thailand, I’d stroll down my soi (street) and grab dinner for that night, as well as some fruit to have in the morning for breakfast. My dinner was usually som tam (green papaya salad) and BBQ chicken from the street vendor I called “Mom and Dad” because they were so warm and welcoming to me, a foreigner away from my …
Today, more and more people are turning to a gluten-free diet for health reasons, particularly Celiac disease and gluten intolerance. But, this protein is in so many things that avoiding gluten can make for a very restrictive diet. Cooking at home becomes an important way to still enjoy variety and taste in your diet, without the gluten. Here, we’ll take a look at some of the reasons for adopting a …
Mashed potato is a very well-known staple food, it is loved by all and since it is more or less a puree it is a special treat for youngsters. There are a lot of ways to get your mashed potatoes and a lot of dishes that can go with it. Unlike most people like you and I, OK, forgive me for speaking for you, am not really a mashed potato …
Lobsters actually need no introduction, we all know well that these are not really everyday kind of food but that notwithstanding it all sums up in making you a genuine food lover or chef. If you have ever been in a fix on how to go about serving your lobsters or you totally just avoid them because you feel you have to be a pro to serve a perfect plate …
What a surprise when I went to China and the food was nothing like I was expecting. What most people know outside of this huge country as “Chinese food” bears little resemblance to the real thing. I was in northern China, but most Chinese food outside of China is closer to Cantonese cuisine. In this article, I’ll take a quick look at the different regional styles of Chinese food, share …
I swear, even the highway rest stops in Italy have incredible food. Italy is one of those countries where food is more than fuel or nutrition—it’s about life, togetherness, pleasure. The food reflects that importance—it’s fresh and whole, an opportunity for social interaction, and it’s delightful to eat. Of course, North American “Italian” food has in many ways been reduced to basic flavor pairings and standard dishes you find everywhere, …
I still remember the first time I had sushi. I was with my friend who was two years older and much more sophisticated. She was in university at the time; I was still in high school. I’d always been a little nervous about the idea of sushi (raw fish?!), but my mind was blown when I tasted it. The freshness, the flavors, the way it made me feel like I …
My 4-year-old’s favorite outing is to our local science centre. After exploring, we always get a cup of soup from the cafeteria and share it between the two of us. It’s a sweet little tradition that I treasure (and I love that she always asks for soup instead of being tempted by the hot dogs, pizza, and other less-than-healthy foods available). Every culture on Earth, every cuisine, makes soup. A …