Fish sauce is commonplace in East Asian cooking. If you enjoy Chinese, Thai or Vietnamese cuisine then there’s a good chance you’ll have tried or at least come across fish sauce. Nowadays the sauce is used worldwide and is widely available in supermarkets as well as specialist Asian cooking shops. But if you intend to eat out at an East...
Baking powder is one of the most commonly found ingredients in kitchen pantries all over the world. And although it’s incredibly common, most people don’t know exactly what it is. You might think that baking powder is just another name for baking soda, right? Well, not exactly. First, we’ll explain what baking powder is, what it’s made of, how it...
Want to know the difference between salami and peperoni? Check out this explanation of how they differ and what they’re made of.
Whether you simply want a pasta bowls set that is functional, or you want something that will turn heads and garner compliments from dinner guests, there are plenty of options. In fact, there’s so many to choose from that you might not have any idea where to start! This article will help you pick out some stylish and thoughtful pasta...
Marjoram is a common herb found in many kitchens. It is a staple of Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cuisine, and you can find it in recipes for seafood, pasta, soups, stews, sauces, and others. It has a sweet taste with hints of both pine and citrus. Marjoram generally comes in two forms: fresh and dried. If you have some that’s...
If you’re making a recipe that calls for garlic, here’s how to add just the right amount whether you have cloved or minced garlic.
Are you a keen chef, budding amateur cook, or just looking to save space in the kitchen? Perhaps you don’t have room in the cupboards for endless fancy gadgets or enormous, industrial mixers? There is good news for you: an immersion blender is the ultimate secret weapon, and could be the answer to your kitchen woes, in one easy, pocket-sized...
In recent years, gluten-free has become a sort of buzzword in the health and wellbeing scene. Being gluten-free became trendy, which in turn produced an abundance of foods and restaurants that cater to those who chose to eat that way. For many gluten-free people, their diet is out of necessity rather than choice – and there are often hidden ingredients...
Fragrant, slightly spicy, and easily mistaken in appearance for ginger – galangal is a root native to Indonesia and is used in a variety of Asian dishes. Despite its popularity in Asian cuisine, this root is not always easy to find. Let’s take a look at its flavor profile, how to prepare and use it, and what to do if...
Being a chef is hard work. It’s not glamourous, it’s not easy and it’s stressful. But – it’s also a rewarding labor of love for those with the passion and fortitude to see it through many years. If you think you might be meant to be a chef, consider the pros and cons; evaluate – with honesty – whether you...
