When someone speaks about chicken and chicken dishes like cutlets, chicken breasts, chicken dishes with veggies, or wings, my mouth instantly becomes watery and, really, I can’t help myself much. This is especially the case when someone mentions fried chicken. When I think of that golden brown color, crispy texture, and that incredible juiciness, I…
I have a confession to make. I don’t drink taro milk tea just because it tastes divinely delicious, but also because purple is my favorite color. It’s surprising how this purple-ish drink always seduces your taste buds with creamy, nutty, and sweet flavors as if you’re tasting it for the first time. Okay, I won’t…
I used to think that finding gluten-free Chinese food is like finding a needle in a haystack, but after I did my research, I realized that there are more gluten-free options than I thought! So, yes, you can enjoy Chinese food while following a gluten-free diet. The only thing you need to do is learn…
Although I personally do not drink wine very often, I really appreciate this alcoholic beverage. It has a unique flavor profile, i.e. a somewhat fruity flavor, some extraordinary health benefits, as well as huge social significance. There are many types of wine but the basic division is into red and white wine. Regardless of type,…
When you talk about sweet treats, a lot of that can come to your mind. There are a lot of types of cookies, cakes, various sweet dishes, and desserts. And one of the most popular is certainly the brownie. Brownies are mysterious cookies because nobody knows for sure where they originally come from. There are…
Unless you are vegan or vegetarian, or you are on some kind of special diet where you can’t eat meat, it is most likely that you consume it almost every day. Although some types of meat can be very expensive these days, meat remains one of the most consumed foods on the planet. Whether you…
There are so many ways to consume chicken. Some of the more popular ones include chicken salad, fried chicken, BBQ chicken, skinless chicken breasts, boneless chicken breasts, etc. The incredible flavor profile is not the only reason why people consume chicken. Chicken meat is also very healthy since it is full of lean proteins that…
Many people do not know the differences between these two types of fish. Both of them are white fish that belong to the same family called the Gadidae family and they have so many similarities that it is sometimes really hard to distinguish between them. But, there are differences and you should know them. Many…
If you ask me, chicken is always a great option when you don’t know what to have for dinner. Whether it is fried chicken marinated in buttermilk, chicken broth, chicken salad, raw chicken, or in this particular case, rotisserie chicken, you can not go wrong with it. It is delicious, it has a great texture…
Can’t think of what food starts with W? Are you determined to win that word game? Worry not, I’ve got you covered! This extensive list of foods that starts with W contains everything from traditional foods, snacks, and sweets to fruits and veggies. I’ve also added plenty of FUN FACTS! 25 Foods That Start With…
Whenever someone asked me about the difference between almond flour vs all-purpose flour, I would just say that almond flour is gluten-free while AP flour is not. Through time I’ve learned that there are more differences between these two types of flour many people don’t pay attention to. For example, almond flour has a shorter…
Using honey as a sweetener in your favorite boba or bubble tea, or any beverage that needs to be sweetened is the best thing you can do. When you can choose between honey and some other sweeteners like sugar or artificial sweeteners, it is always better to choose honey. Honey is a perfect combination of…
I don’t know about you, dear reader, but I often end up having too many banana bread leftovers with which I could feed ten families. I usually keep them on the countertop for 4 to 5 days, or I refrigerate them. Sometimes, I freeze them. If you intend to do the same, then you need…
Italy is not only home to some culinary masterpieces such as pizza, pasta, or Italian seasoning, but to some of the finest alcoholic drinks as well. One of those is Campari. Campari is a popular alcoholic drink, mainly used in cocktails. Actually, it is a bitter Italian aperitif made from a blend of various spices…
Generally speaking, Italy has so much to offer when it comes to culinary. There is an endless list of culinary masterpieces that this country has produced. Tiramisu is certainly one of them. It is a classical Italian dessert and the perfect mix of cake, coffee, and alcohol. It is an Italian “cheer me up” or…
The other day I was about to make delicious coconut pancakes which are my favorite comfort food. And do you know what happened? I realized that I was out of milk. Yup! Given that I really hate going to the store when in PMS (I’m sure many of you ladies feel the same), I started…
Passion fruit is a classical exotic fruit with an attractive appearance and an exciting, amazing taste and aroma. This incredible fruit comes from the passion fruit vine called Passiflora vine, which has beautiful flowers from which the passion fruit grows. The most common species is called passiflora edulis, but it can sometimes be referred to…
For a long time, I thought that beef consomme and beef broth is the same thing. I even started convincing my friends and family that there is no difference between the two. Guess what? I was wrong. Beef consomme is actually clarified and reduced beef broth. Let that sentence kick in. A Few Words About…
I’m one of those people who used to think that blue onions exist. To my disappointment, they don’t. HOWEVER, red onions can turn blue under specific circumstances (e.g. when you combine them with certain foods). We’ll talk about that below. Blue Onions Don’t Exist! I wrote this headline only to make sure that everyone read…
Mustard in general is one very popular condiment that has been used in many cuisines for quite some time. Its main ingredients include mustard seeds and some kind of liquid. There are different types of mustard and it depends on the type of mustard seeds as well as the liquid. So, if the mustard contains…
If I had to describe mint in two words, it would be fresh & fragrant! This leafy green herb has a special place in my kitchen. (Everyone who knows me knows that.) Even though I try really hard to have enough mint stash for my cooking endeavors, there are times when I run out of…
You have probably heard about prosciutto, the dry-cured meat made from pork that originated from Italy. Its less-known relatives also come from Italy and it is dry-cured as well. It is known by several names, including Cappacuolo, Cappacollo, and Capicola. This is cured meat made from pork shoulder or neck, and it is dry-cured with…
Are you here to learn some interesting facts about foods that start with H? – Of course, you are! Are you here to win that word game? – What kind of a question is that, right? Regardless of the reason, one thing is for sure: Below you’ll find an extensive list of foods that start…
When you say the word “fish”, most people are not so excited. I am not a big fan either. However, when you know how to prepare fish and make it delicious, the tables turn. One of the best ways to enjoy this nutritious food is in the form of sushi, but many people don’t know…
For many people, fish is one of those foods that you either love or hate. However, this is mainly because they are not aware how broad the term “fish” is, and how many types with unique flavor profiles there are. One of those types is definitely salmon. If prepared the right way, salmon can be delicious….
This delicious and sweet fruit that starts with a ‘g’ is one of the most desirable fruits of all. Aside from its incredibly sweet and fruity flavor profile, grapes are good for your health since they contain various beneficial nutrients like antioxidants, and magnesium, as well as vitamins A, C, and B6. There are two…
You have probably heard about soba noodles recently. They are a staple in Asian cuisine, but they are gaining more and more popularity in the US because they are not just very delicious, but also amazingly healthy. Soba noodles are rich in vitamins, minerals, proteins, carbohydrates, and fiber. These Japanese noodles are made from buckwheat…
Every time I buy more onions than I need, the first thing that comes to my mind is: “Hell yes, these onions will last forever!” In 50% of cases, it turned out that I was wrong because the onions got spoiled and I couldn’t use them any longer. Before accepting the fact that they are…
The spring has come and, with it, some colorful and healthy veggies that are waiting for you to pick them from the shelves of your local grocery store or farmers market. One of the main stars of this time of the year is certainly one green veggie known as asparagus. But just like it is…
I’ve been guilty. I’ve kept ground turkey in the fridge for too long multiple times so far. After a few failures, I’ve finally realized that ground turkey has an extremely short shelf life! I’ve also realized that “ground turkey spoilage” can happen to anyone mainly due to inadequate storage. When that happens, how will you…