Everybody seems to love Hot Peppers. They show up as key players in many cuisines and folks from cultures to which Hot Peppers are not native quickly take to them when they become available. Why are we so attracted to the exotic heat of the fruit of the Capsicum Family?Read More →
Health Minister Jean Philpott has unveiled changes to Canada’s Federal Nutrition Facts and Ingredients listing labeling for all packaged foods sold in the country. The strategy is aimed at fighting Obesity, addressing consumer requests for simpler food labeling and clarified nutrition information…Read More →
Pho is sold as a street food and served in restaurants all over Vietnam. And it’s eaten at all times of day, like western folks might grab a burger. It’s the unofficial National Dish and comes in as many variations as there are cooks who prepare it. And you’ll hack your own version quickly!Read More →
Kimchi is Korea’s National Dish. Koreans eat it with almost every meal and it’s regarded as their go-to Pickle, Salad and, generally, their source of hot flavours. For something with such an exotic, complex flavour, it’s deceptively easy to make. And, if you’ve never tried it, you really should!Read More →
This is one of my favourite Asian Dishes! It’s quick and easy and infinitely adjustable for heat and sweet to suit your particular palate. And you can serve it in a wide variety of ways. As with many Asian dishes, where much of the flavour is contributed by various Sauces, the secret is in the Marinade!Read More →
We knew, already, that Turmeric has many beneficial qualities. But, now, Science has added another. Researchers at the U.S. Department of Agriculture say daily Turmeric supplements may help control the growth of new Fat cells and promote healthier cholesterol and triglyceride levels…Read More →
We’ve periodically informed you of the ways manufacturers reduce the size of their products but leave the packaging the same to fool you into thinking you’re still getting the same amount of product for the same price. Well, the Jams and Jellies sector has launched new dirty little scam…Read More →
Amazon has launched a new concept in grocery marketing which is cashless, even check-outless and leverages technology to the max. I know you’ve probably heard about this already, but I needed a few days to digest the implications and form a well-considered opinion on the concept…Read More →