When it comes to gastronomy and identity, every culture has its particular way of showing its history, values, traditions, beliefs, through its food. There are so many dishes and recipes around the world, yet you can recognize where people come from just by knowing the food they eat. Even though the dishes, ingredients, and recipes vary from country to country, there are … [Read more...]
Know more about the nutritional benefits of rice
If you took up the challenge to travel the world in eighty days, not only you would meet eighty countries, you would also probably have eighty completely different dishes and, if you’re up for an upgrade in the challenge, they could also be eighty different rice-based meals and drinks. That’s right, rice is not only a major ingredient in almost every country, it is also the … [Read more...]
Feel the Caribbean taste with this vegan Jamaican rice-based dish
No matter if you are in Latin America, India, China or the Caribbean, there will always be rice available and this has to do with it being a staple food for the entire world's population. Rice is a cereal grain that is harvested from a plant that grows between 3 to 5 feet (90 to 150 cm). It has smooth, hairless and slim leaves and small flowers as well. This grain has the … [Read more...]
How to choose the proper ingredients for an authentic Spanish Paella
Spanish cuisine is the perfect combination of ancient recipes, penetrating aromas, strong flavors, and vibrant colors. The variety of all Spanish dishes is the result of thousands of years of foreign influences and the freshness of local ingredients. This marvelous combination allows the world to know about the most authentic and delicious cuisine. Paella, fabada, gazpacho, … [Read more...]
The Best Egg Recipes for Your Instant Pot
Food – where would we be without it? Food is something that is vital to our survival, yet at the same time, stirs up many emotions and passions and affects us on a range of different levels – emotionally and physically. There are many different foods such as salmon, vegetables and fruit that are very healthy and good for you. There are others, however others, that taste … [Read more...]
How to Add Lion’s Mane into Your Diet
Lion’s mane mushroom can be added to your daily food intake to give it that extra boost of nutrients. While the fungus isn’t exactly in everyone’s grocery list just yet, get ahead in the game by trying out some recipes with lion’s mane. Scientifically known as hericium erinaceus, lion’s mane mushroom doesn’t look anything like a normal mushroom. It has a wild appearance and … [Read more...]
Juice Cures Headache, Depression, Stress… 18 Recipes for 18 Common Illnesses
Why Juicing Is a Phenomenal Health Habit Raw juice is teeming with micro-nutrients that many people are lacking as our traditional foods are not health oriented. When you drink fresh-made juice, it is almost like receiving an intravenous infusion of vitamins, minerals, and enzymes because they go straight into your system without having to be broken down. Juicing is great … [Read more...]
Seven Tips for Healthy Eating at Home
A lot of people resort to eating out because they don’t know how to prepare a simple, healthy meal at home. Instead, they opt for expensive takeout. Not only does eating out on a regular basis put a serious dent in your bank account, but it also exposes you to a lot of questionable ingredients. Even seemingly healthy takeout meals like salads often are made with … [Read more...]
Medicine You Can Cook With: 10 Health Boosting Ingredients for Your Kitchen
On my kitchen counter I often have turmeric root (Curcuma longa), garlic (Allium sativa) and ginger root (Zingiber officinale) to use in day-to-day cooking. Maybe you use these plant ingredients in your own food preparation for color, beauty, or a punch of flavor. But did you know that each of these items also has a medicinal effect? When squeezed, chopped, grated, or sautéed, … [Read more...]
The Best Popcorn Delicacies for Less Than 150 Calories
It seems like the messages you hear about what is and is not good for you are continually changing. Some experts say to cut the fat, while others say you have to eat fat in order to lose it. With all the conflicting information out there, there is one thing that is irrefutable: popcorn will always be an excellent snack, not just to satisfy your hunger, but also for weight … [Read more...]
