The talk of Italian cuisine brings to mind images of mouth-watering pastas prepared in myriad of ways to satisfy the taste buds. If you think these are foods you can enjoy only in a restaurant, then you are mistaken. Pastas can be prepared at home as...
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Every season has its own special charm and a great way to enjoy the changing seasons is to indulge in foods that suit your moods in a particular season. With the monsoon having arrived, something that I really like to relish is piping hot pakoras...
Everybody enjoys a milk shake but most of us avoid milk as it is loaded with fat and calories and we don’t want to add more inches to already bulging waistlines. But these days you have skim milk and fat-free milk to cater to the needs of health...
Many people think of the potato as a starchy vegetable without any health benefits to offer. The use of potatoes in some of the most popular food preparations such as French fries or the crunchy packaged potato chips which are not considered good for...
You can consider them a snack or a light meal, prepare them with cheese, peanut butter, your favorite fruit-flavored jelly, chicken, steak, piquant sauces, fresh vegetables, mayonnaise or anything you feel like eating with bread. Yes, I am talking...
China is constantly doing efforts to improve its image regarding safety in food production. But it seems the things are not going good for the country. The product safety record took a backseat again when Japan recalled its toothpaste which was found...
Ever wondered what astronauts might be eating to get rid of hunger pangs? How does one enjoy a meal in near-weightless environment of the earth's orbit? What it is to eat freeze-dried food or eat out of squeeze tubes? Is it tasty enough or is it...
Today Mango is not yet another exotic fruit from the East. Judging by its popularity from exports, it is truly becoming the globalized king of fruits. India is the largest producer at 12m tonnes and after a gap of 18yrs the US will get to experience...
When I first saw these chocolates, I found them very normal. Individual pieces have been removed but anyone can do that, right? But look deeper and you will find a social message involved. Yeah! You read it write. The message is that when something is...
If you are thinking of trying out the cuisine of Spain, then you ought to first try out the most celebrated rice dish that comes from the lands of this country. The paella is a rice dish that can be traced back to the Valencia region in the eastern...
You just cannot get enough of the enticing dark chocolate, particularly when it comes to chocolate cakes and chocolate-based desserts. Therefore, to get you into the mood of savoring the dark chocolate, here is a yummy recipe. Make this delicious...
The word sushi immediately sets us thinking about Japanese culture and cuisine. A highly popular dish sought not only in Japan but also around the globe, the sushi usually consists of raw fish and rice flavored with vinegar wrapped in nori, a seaweed...
Everything in the world is going designer these days and food is no exception. Chefs are coming up with exotic cuisines to cater to those who crave for exclusive stuff. But, how about designing the actual food products that go into these...
Have you missed your morning cup of tea and are feeling quite drowsy? How you wish you could have had that cup of tea, only if it had not been for time constraints you were faced with. Then worry not, for all those people who do not find the time to...
Have you had your daily dose of eggs today? If not then how are you planning to prepare them to suit your palate? How about trying to make an omelette the Italian-style? Yes, making frittata, the Italian omelette for breakfast, lunch or dinner is...
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