Classic Dishes: Mexican Flour Tortillas
I love Flat Breads of all kinds, especially those with old, traditional origins. Call me old school, but I prefer Indian Naan Bread or Mexican Flour Tortillas over relative newcomers such as Pizza Crust. And I love to make my own, even if it does mean a little time and effort. That’s why I go big and freeze lots!Read More →
BONUS POST: Today Is National Pie Day!
Yes! Today is National Pie Day! This just proves that there’s a ‘National Day’ for everyone and everything! Put away the Cookies, leave the Cup Cakes in the cupboard and embrace one of the oldest and most beloved Pastry traditions in the world. Sweet or savoury, it’s time to celebrate…Read More →
A Common Sense Cure For Childhood Obesity?
Researchers at University College London have concluded that simply limiting the amount of food kids are given at mealtimes could help reduce the scourge of childhood obesity – an issue that is sweeping the Western World and heaping a burden on our health care systems.Read More →
Buger King Taking Run At McDonald’s Menu
Yes, we gave you a week’s fast Food news in review yesterday. It was Mostly McNews, I’ll admit. But, now, I change that tune dramatically to run down the recent flurry (pardon the McReference) of Burger King launches that appear aimed to out-do McDonald’s at its own menu-busting game…Read More →
Fast Food Week: An Industry Review
Here, friends, is the second instalment of our promised periodic Fast Food sector news roundup. This week it’s largely but not entirely about McDonald’s. As I’ve said before, that’s because they make the most announcements and are usually the first to introduce compelling new ideas…Read More →
Classic Dishes: Dumpling Wrappers
Here’s a super-simple recipe that opens the door to a multitude of Asian treats. Making your own Dumpling Wrappers let’s you be the master of your own Dim Sum and build a reputation as a culinary wizard. What’s even better, they let you hide leftovers creatively and they’re almost free!Read More →
Menu Madness: DUI Fries Not What You Think
Menu Madness season seems to have leaked through to the new year. Or, maybe, it’s a year-round thing, now. Anyway… The latest candidate for cardiac-arrest-on-a-plate fame is called DUI Fries from Jim’s Burgers in La Puente, California. But it’s not what you probably think!Read More →
McD’s Steps Back From Nut-Safe Stand
McDonald’s has recently developed a reputation for being first to introduce new ideas on the fast food scene. But, now, they’re backpedaling on a policy they were among the first to introduce, years ago. And the move has caused a lot of comment and commentary. But how will it affect sales?Read More →