Why all the fuss about fennel? Here is why There are spices, and there are spices! We agree that spices are ingredients used to flavour food and they are usually aromatic, but then there are some spices such as fennel that stand out. Fennel is not only used for food, it is also used for … Read more
Where will we be without aromatic herbs and spices to liven up our dishes and bring a welcome pleasantness to our kitchens? Of all the spices available, thyme has proven to be always intact, never fading, it isn’t called the evergreen plant for nothing. Thyme is no stranger to us, but not all of us … Read more
So you go through the papers one beautiful morning and find out that a piece of black irregular shaped food like stuff is being auctioned for $20,000, if you are someone like me then the first reaction is “what the…” That is what truffles can cause. When talking about fine dining and exquisite indulgence you … Read more
Frankly, if it isn’t tofu, it just isn’t tofu. Foods like tofu which have a lot of controversy as regards usage and health benefits are often avoided by people who know little about it and haven’t quite gotten a reason to find out more. This is borne out of fear of not getting it right … Read more
When you hear the word Chevre don’t look around to check if it’s a person’s name, it is the French word for goat cheese and a lot of people will rather just call it Chevre. Goat cheese needs no introduction whatsoever, the constant reminder of the creamy taste melting into your mouth is enough to … Read more
It’s time for some fish! There are so many fish varieties out there that are amazingly tasty and perfect for any cooking, one of such kinds of fish is the Pompano. Fishes have a lot of nutritional benefits they give and cooking with exquisite species in different ways is becoming a common trend for cultures … Read more
Anybody cares for some Korean specialties? As an avid adventurer and one who likes to take on new challenges, trying out dishes form different places in the world is always a welcome idea, no matter how wired or scary and today, Asia is the place of focus. You can’t mention three things about Korea without … Read more
Except you are a food specialist who spends most of his or her time discovering new fruits and ingredients out there, there will always be some names we hear and get confused. This could be either because we have never heard of them but suddenly learned that they are “perfect for the body” or because … Read more
