Food

They’re stopping you from living your best wine-life — There’s a running joke among my wine trade friends that if there is a widely accepted idea about wine, the opposite is probably true. As a Somm, this saddens me because it’s these “truths” that: a) stops you from enjoying wine as much as you could b) gives license to…

When it comes to sweetener alternatives, you must try monk fruit sweetener. — For years, I used stevia to kick my painful sugar obsession habit. Stevia has been something that I have grown to love, and I usually purchase a bulk supply through iHerb, with added vanilla. However, when I began using Monk fruit sweetener as an alternative, I wondered why I hadn’t…

Ham Katsu, a beloved dish from the Showa era in Japan, is making a nostalgic comeback in the restaurant scene. This Panko-coated, deep-fried thinly sliced ham has its origins in meat shops where it gained popularity as an affordable, greasy, and tasty take-out food. …

Invented by accident! — Frosting doesn’t work well in the Caribbean. At room temperature, instead of being yummy, fluffy goodness, it melts. I’ve tried many, with no success. Today, I was making a chocolate swirl Bundt cake. I didn’t have a chance to tell my helper to use “drinking chocolate” for the recipe’s “presweetened…

Too Much of a Good Thing? You might be patting yourself on the back for finally ditching the junk food and eating healthy. Your clothes fit better, your tummy looks slimmer and you’re congratulating yourself on having green smoothies for breakfast instead of bacon and eggs. But if you over-indulge, even on healthy foods, you may…

Gifford circus has been the Cotswold best kept secret since the year 2000. But since founder Nell Gifford’s sad passing in 2019, things have had to evolve. I went along to see what unexpected delights they’ve developed this year. It has always been a joy seeing the maroon showman’s wagons…

The wonders of Tofu — Some people love it while others don’t, Some people eat it and others just won’t. Some people do not even have a clue, What is the strange food called tofu? Tofu is a popular plant and meat-based alternative. It is soya which is rich in proteins in the form of tofu. There…

For ice cream enthusiasts, the freezer sections at their neighborhood grocery store are a veritable wonderland of unique flavors and ice cream treats, from sweet sandwiches to pints that are served in little portions. But be aware that not all ice cream companies are created equal if you truly want…

The Power of Leafy Green Vegetables: A Vital Component for Optimal Health and Well-being — Incorporating leafy green vegetables into your daily diet is crucial for overall health and well-being. These nutrient-packed wonders offer myriad benefits, from supporting vital bodily functions to reducing the risk of chronic diseases. Unfortunately, the modern diet often lacks adequate leafy greens, leading to potential health consequences.