So, you've decided to try sushi for the first time. Good for you! Trying something new can be intimidating, especially if that something involves eating raw fish. It shows you have an adventurous spirit and an open mind, and going into this experience with the right attitude is half the battle.Most people who are reluctant to try sushi just automatically assume they won't like it. A few will even say, "I don't like fish, period! Why would I possibly consider eating raw fish?" My normal response ...
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Ice cream, fine wines, and cappuccino: Bormioli Rocco's recent new proposals all pay tribute to Italian specialities through products that combine design and functionality. Let's take a look at them one by one: A sweeter summer with California ice cream bowls Italians know a thing or two about ice cream making! After all, they've won the Ice Cream World Cup twice, and next year the competition will be held in Rimini. To sweeten the wait, Bormioli Rocco presents its California ice cream bowl in ...
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I was born and raised in the heart of the Deep South. From as far back as I can remember I remember long summer afternoons spent drinking iced tea and shelling peas and butterbeans on my grandmother's porch. I have moved on from my roots and have made my way into other regions of the world. One thing, however, that has remained constant in my life is my deep and abiding love for southern cooking and cuisine. I was probably well into my teen years before I realized that tea could be served any ...
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Italian cooking isn't as simple as boiling spaghetti noodles and opening a jar of Ragu. In fact, cooking authentic Italian food takes many years to truly master. The Italians know all about clean cooking accompanied by rich, vibrant flavors. Only the finest of herbs and the freshest products will do when creating true Italian food. In America, many restaurants are unfortunately not up to par with their proclaimed Italian cooking. Although these restaurants may resemble a little taste of Italy, ...
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Did you know that you could buy food online? I was amazed when I discovered this fact. There are hundreds of different food websites on the internet, all of which offer great deals and promotions. So no matter what you are in the mood for, you can find it online. You can choose from steaks, lobsters, fruit, wine, chocolates, cakes, coffee, and much more. What is available? You may be surprised to find out that almost any item that you desire can be purchased online. Many sites offer discount ...
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My mother has a story of her first cookbook. She and my dad lived in student housing with a baby and very little money. She received a gift of a gourmet cookbook. She opened it for the first time and felt intimidated, she had to go to the grocer and ask him to explain what all the abbreviations and new words meant. Years later she now keeps this cookbook as a gentle reminder of her humble beginnings. Well, it is still intimidating at times especially for new cooks. Here is some common ...
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Many people mistakenly think of Sardinian food and Italian food as one and the same. However, this is not necessarily the case. Sardinia has such a vibrant and rich history that it can't help but meld these memories with its food, creating a cuisine that is uniquely Sardinian. Unlike most Italian cuisine, foods in Sardinia are not covered in red sauces and in parmesan cheese. Instead, Sardinia cuisine is largely influenced from its intrinsic Spanish, Greek, and French connections. Sardinia's ...
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Swordfish belongs to the group of fish that have recently become more appreciated for their contribution of omega-3 essential oils to the diet. These fats, which have to be provided by the diet, have now been shown to have a host of health giving benefits including combating rheumatoid arthritis, heart attacks, high blood pressure, clogged arteries, psoriasis, asthma, inflammatory bowel disease, multiple sclerosis and even migraine headaches. Doctors and nutritionists now recommend three ...
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Cooking in the heart of Cajun country is an art form. There really is very little science to this particular form of cooking that includes a lot more than mere lagniappe from the pantry or the spice cabinet. Cajun cooking is something that has often been imitated around the country and around the world but can very rarely be accurately duplicated.One of the fascinating things about Cajun cooking is the fact that there are very few exact recipes. Most, if not all authentic Cajun cooking is done ...
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Think about cooking healthy in this busy high stress world. Waterless grease less cooking preserves the vitamins and minerals of all of your foods and avoids the carcinogens from charring the meats. A great example of using the Multi element surgical stainless steel cookware with steam control is the following recipe: Heat pot on medium heat and then place chicken pieces in pan and brown on both sides. Extra oil in not needed. Very minor sticking may be present but no problem. When browned on ...
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Imagine going through life's palatal journey without spices and herbs to surprise and amaze the taste buds.  Herbs have long been part of cultures and civilizations, stretching long histories and influences in many profound ways.  Since time immemorial, societies have made a complex process out of harvesting, blending, and consuming herbs.Today, there is a long list and variety of culinary herbs applied in cuisines around the world.  These are mainly used as substitutes for salt and other ...
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A Mediterranean restaurant in Bangkok is not a common sight but there are a few and the best one may be La Dolce Vita at Ma Maison. This restaurant has an interesting pedigree, starting out in the early 90s as a high-end French restaurant that for years was considered one of the top two in the city. Its present incarnation draws on that heritage as well as a strong Italian influence ' hence the Italian name ' to produce a dining spot that serves a mix of cuisines with the common thread being ...
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Sauces and spices are the key in any cooking. No dishes would taste good without them. The only exception is that some sea animals can be simply steamed or boiled before serve. Well, that is because they are salty already in their body. Imagine eating steamed river shrimp? I wouldn't bother! I'd like to introduce some of the most popular sauces and spices that we use everyday. You may already know some of them, but I bet you haven't heard of others. Sauces Bean Curd Sauce (Dou Fu Ru): Fermented ...
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I have always been impressed with Japanese cuisine and culture. This article will discuss on its aspects and why Singaporeans find it so familiar, so much so that aspects of their culture seem to resonate with us. Firstly, they are rice eaters, just like us. In Singapore the staple diet of all the major cultures is rice. It is the centre of our dining experience and side dishes are just used to complement the rice and make it more delicious. Japanese rice is short grain and usually sticky. ...
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There are quite a few traditional utensils that have been used in cooking for thousands of years in China. Some of them are still seen in most of families, some can only be seen in rural areas, or may be disappearing in the modern world. But to cook authentic Chinese food that always tastes like grandma's, some of the utensils simply cannot be replaced by what you see in American stores. Chinese Wok Deep pan with round bottom used in several ways. Comes in iron, stainless and stainless with ...
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Back in the 1960s when I got married and moved to New Mexico from Indiana with my United States Air Force husband, one of the most exciting discoveries I made was Mexican and Tex-Mex foods.  After our Air Force years and a move back to Southern Indiana, I was so excited to see that Taco Bell had entered the area.  Many years later, this is still one of my favorite types of food.  And as a Type II diabetic, I have discovered that it is mostly food I can eat without getting my blood sugar out ...
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When you think of Italian food and wine you think of little tavernas in winding streets with tables outside and lots of families eating and drinking together. Food and wine in Italy is a celebration of the Italian lifestyle and its something that you can enjoy in your home in homage to the nation.When you think of Italian food, you think of spaghetti Bolognese, other types of pasta and lots of olive oil. There are thousands of ristoranti (restaurants) throughout Italy ' each with its own ...
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Set in a splendid but quite community in Plymouth, an ancient house serves as home to delectable French cuisines. Owned by husband and wife Linda and Philippe Ducrot, Bistro Ducrot operates on Fridays and Saturdays evening where fine dining is offered. The four-course menu is set on prix fixe of $42 and with that, the guests can now enjoy delectable French dishes. And on the remaining days of the week, the house of Ducrot plays host to private parties. The house has four exquisite dining rooms ...
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When an American conjures up an idea of "Italian cuisine," often what comes to mind is pasta, red sauce, and garlic bread. Pasta, no doubt, plays a large part in most traditional Italian regional cuisine, and few cultures know how to employ a tomato the way that Italians can. However, there are so many distinct styles and trademarks within the different regions of Italy that it is hard to lump together all Italian regional cuisine into one general type of cooking. In reality each region has a ...
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