In food FAQs we answer all kinds of questions related to food, how it tastes, how one food compares to another, their best pairings and much more.
Not all food-lovers like fish. Sometimes the reason lies behind the distinctive fishy taste, or maybe lack of flavor. Some people are not fans of fish because of the flaky texture. However, there are always exceptions and I can fairly say that salmon is one of them. It is a type of fish that can…
If you are a fan of India, and especially Indian cooking, you must have heard about their ultimate beverage known as chai. In Hindi, chai actually means “tea”, so chai can be referred to as any type of tea. Here in the West, chai is mostly considered a nutritious and flavorful combination of tea, spices,…
I assume that you all know what honey is and that you all use it from time to time to provide your taste buds with some natural sweet flavor and smoothness. But, do you know where honey comes from? Yes, it comes from hexagonal-shaped structures made from beeswax and known as honeycombs. The question is…
Although not the first choice for all people, Thai cuisine is gaining popularity very fast and spreading the cultural dash of Eastern cuisine to the West. The main stars of this Asian cuisine are lots of veggies, herbs, sauces, some proteins, and of course, the main ingredient, noodles. If your mouth waters when reading this…
Most people think that they know everything about the food they consume almost every day. One of those foods that most of us enjoy on regular bases, or very often, are peppers. You can find so many varieties of peppers and they are all able to enrich your favorite dish perfectly. But, did you ever…
Food culture and food, in general, are very important in almost all parts of the world. And indeed, here in the US, food is one of the most important factors in our everyday lives. However, in Italy, the food culture is the world for itself and for me, and that is no surprise considering all…
They are one of the most popular stone fruits that nature can offer and many people like to enjoy their freshness and unique flavor from time to time. Apricot fruits come from a fruit tree that belongs to the family Rosaceae. They are planted across the tempered world, particularly in the Mediterranean. Apricots are quite…
It is one of those fruits that you won’t easily find on the shelves of supermarkets and grocery stores. It is mangosteen, a tropical fruit native to Southeast Asia, also known as the “queen of fruits”. Since it is that type of fruit that spoils very fast after picking from the tree, it is not…
Probably one of the biggest trends in the food industry nowadays is finding food packed with nutrients that will fit into your preferred diet and benefit your health in general. At the same time, if you are able to find one packed with wonderful flavors, you are on top. The stars of the superfood world…
Most people in the United States are not familiar with this veggie. However, it is important to know more about turnips because they are vegetables that have been in the ground for thousands of years. Yet, because of their absence from the shelves of American supermarkets, many Americans don’t know much about them and even…
If you are not that into food, you probably need to become more familiar with all kinds of seafood and what those blue depths have to offer in culinary terms. That is really a pity because not only are most foods from the sea very healthy and nutritious, but most of them taste fantastic as…
When we speak about fruits and vegetables, most things are clear. We all know that apples or oranges are fruits and lettuce and broccoli are vegetables. However, there are some types of fruits and veggies whose classification needs to be clarified. One popular example is tomatoes which are mostly used as vegetables in the cooking…
If you don’t live in the Philippines or some part of Southeast Asia, you most likely need to learn more about ube and taro. Many people here in the West still think that these two types of vegetables are the same. And, although they are quite similar, especially in powdered form, they are not the…
If you are into food, you most certainly know what kimchi is. However, if you don’t live in Korea, I assume that you don’t know much about this amazing and complex food. Kimchi is a type of food that can not be explained in one sentence. That is because it contains many different ingredients and…
When I was a child, I really didn’t like vegetables or any of the green stuff that my mum prepared. And on the top of the list were definitely artichokes. However, as I became older, I slowly started to realize what I was missing. Now, I can not imagine a week without preparing and cooking…
I am sure your mouth is already watering just from reading the name of the ingredient we will talk about today. Who doesn’t like those crunchy sweet cookies transformed into smooth, creamy butter? Yes, today’s article’s main star possesses those mouth-watering trades; its name is cookie butter. It is probably well-known among all of you sweet…
In the last decade, food, food intolerance, allergies, and various diets have become very important to so many people. It is no surprise considering that nutrition science has been advancing very fast. Because of this fact, many questions about food and nutrition have been raised and one of the hottest topics in the food and…
When it comes to culinary, America is a country of fast food. There are many types of fast food, from delicious hamburgers to crispy fried chicken. And there are a lot of different ingredients incorporated into it. But, did you know that there is one specific ingredient that goes into almost every type of fast…
I am sure that the first thing that comes to your mind when you hear the word gluten is bread or wheat flour. And yes, many types of bread contain gluten since they are made from flour. Although bread is the most popular gluten product, there are some other products that you can find at…
It is a member of the lily family alongside its relative’s onions, shallots, chives, and leeks and it grows beneath the ground. There are many forms of garlic, but the one that is mostly cultivated and eaten is “allium sativum”. Garlic is very healthy since it is full of various antioxidants, as well as other…
Personally, I am a big foodie and I love all kinds of food including pizza, tacos, spaghetti, chicken in all forms, and so on. However, a good steak has a special place on my list of foods, and today I am going to talk about high-quality steaks. One of the most popular cuts of steak…
Recently my friend Sofia prepared for us her favorite meal – pasta with salmon and peas. As we started eating it, she asked me to guess whether we were eating fusilli or rotini pasta. I was like: Are you telling me that there’s a difference between the two? Given that she’s a legit pasta lover…
Many people are constantly trying to find good fish at their local fisheries that will suit their taste buds. One of the most popular types of fish in recent times is definitely grouper fish. It is a very fish that can be found in many fisheries in the US and that can be very delicious…
It has a nice appearance with its unique shape and beautiful color. It is sweet and creamy and full of important nutrients that are extremely beneficial to your health. Because of all that, it is one of the favorite snacks among many Americans. It is Her Majesty, the banana. But, although it is so widely…
Red Bull doesn’t actually give you wings, but it has one of the most DISTINCT flavors! This popular drink is now available in 171 countries around the world and has been translated into more than 15 languages. But what does Red Bull taste like for those of us that haven’t had the chance to try…
They are not many people’s “cup of tea”, but it’s hard to imagine today’s cuisine without some leafy green veggies. One of the most popular leafy greens is definitely turnip greens and, especially, collard greens. Since they hail from the same cabbage family and share many similarities, people find it difficult to distinguish between them. …
After a hard working week, many people like to relax and enjoy a glass of a good alcoholic drink on a Friday night or over the weekend. From good old vodka to various cocktails, there are many choices, but in the end, personal preferences and the amount of alcohol are crucial. One of the beverages…
Not so many people are into seafood. When I say this, I mostly refer to fish. Fortunately, there are so much more in those deep waters besides fish, and one of the most popular sea creatures is definitely the crab. Crabs have been a delicacy for many years, and nowadays, people with deeper wallets regularly…
Both sesame chicken and general Tso are incredibly tasty which is their biggest similarity. Now, when it comes to their main differences, sesame chicken is usually made of chicken thighs, while general Tso is made of chicken breasts. Another significant difference that shouldn’t go unnoticed is their level of spiciness. (This is one of those…
Although many people here in the US think that cooking rice is an easy process where you can not make a mistake, it is not quite the case. Just like everything else in the cooking world, things can sometimes go wrong when making your rice dish. So, if you don’t know how to handle and…