Some time ago, we presented an exposé about corruption in the Italian Olive Oil industry. At that time, it seemed that only the legitimate Italian Olive Oil producers were eager to stem the flow of bogus oil to protect the prestige of their brand. Now, they’re getting some help from their government…Read More →
The price of Cocoa – principle ingredient in Chocolate – has soared in the past year, due to shortages caused by a crop blight in Central America, where most of our Cocoa is grown. Now, confectionery makers are resorting to dirty tricks to get you to keep buying ‘Chocolate’ bars and candies…Read More →
Here’s a story I never, in a million years, thought I’d be posting… But there appears to be real, solid scientific evidence that frying is healthier for you than boiling – at least when it comes to some foods fried in some oils. Hint: You’re especially in luck if you like Asian and Mediterranean food!Read More →
As I predicted a couple of years ago, when I inaugurated the ‘Menu Madness’ thread here at the FFB, things just keep getting nuttier and nuttier in the ultra-competitive fast Food Sector. Now, from McDonald’s in Japan – where many zany McTrends are born – it’s Chocolate Fries!Read More →
There’s no other fruit that is accorded so much shelf space in the produce department at your supermarket as the humble, ubiquitous Banana. But the spectre of a massive global crop failure has farmers fearing economic disaster. In fact, entire national economies are at stake…Read More →
Tired of the same old New Year’s toast? Plain old Champagne? It’s nice, and all… But I’ll bet you’ve caught yourself wondering, at least once, whether there’s something more out there in Bubbly Land. Well, there is! Prepare to enter the society of the Champagne Cocktail…Read More →
We all know that the sensible thing to do at Christmas would be to get a Turkey the right size for the crowd we’re feeding. But we all seem to end up with mounds of leftovers, anyway. In my ongoing quest to introduce new ‘Turkey Encore’ recipe ideas, I offer the following recently-tested options…Read More →
Is achieving crispy Skin on your Holiday Feast Turkey a hit-and-miss affair? Can’t seem to figure out why you sometimes get the result you want but, other times, get only yellow, rubbery Skin? There are some basic rules to ensure you’ll get beautiful, crispy, golden brown skin on the Bird every time!Read More →