You’ve probably heard somewhere that saffron tastes and smells awful. But does it? Some have described it to be pungent. Others say it smells like flowers. So which is it? What does saffron taste like? Continue Reading
Have you ever opened your recipe book and stumbled across an ingredient with scallops in it? Or have you ever sat at a restaurant, found scallops on their specialty menu, and wonder, would that taste delicious? Continue Reading
People who are stuck in finding the ideal masa harina substitute will definitely love what I stored here for you. You see, just like you, I am a fellow cook who just enjoys learning recipes and discovering ingredients. These are the very reason why it is quite irksome if some of the foodstuffs that I need…
Have you ever tried cooking food that has rosemary in it? If you have, then you would know just how fragrant they can be when you use them. When you have rosemary on your roast chicken or garlic potatoes, it’ll feel as if the dish makes sense. That’s the magic of rosemary. It turns your…
What do beets taste like? For those who have been eating beets in their entire life, this question should not bother at all. But for those who are still yet to try this magnificent crop, you will really be amused here. Continue Reading
You’re here because you’re probably wondering just what lemongrass is or because you’ve seen it in an Asian recipe you wanted to try out. You’re also searching to see if there is any lemongrass substitute you can use because let’s be real, lemongrass is not an ordinary ingredient you would find in a common grocery…
Can you eat peach skin? This is one of the most curious questions that I’ve ever encountered throughout the years I spent in cooking and making food. Continue Reading
Ever wanted to try making that tender, juicy, fall off the bone ribs you always have at barbecue joints? How about making those smoked cheese that you love buying from your favorite deli? You can. With the best smoker grills, you can make your very own briskets, chicken wings, and roasts, all at home smoked…
Again, the wonders of cheese befall to us. What can we ever do without these majestic dairy products? I bet our culinary world would never be the same without them. From being the topping down from becoming the dish itself, the rich history of cheese came a long way already. Continue Reading
You’ve probably seen many recipes that call for Cotija cheese. The way this cheese tastes in your mouth all salty and crumbly as you chow down on some elote and tacos will make you feel as if you’re having real Mexican food. It may just be a little ingredient or a garnish for some but…
Garlic is the secret to making dishes more flavorful. A lot of households have garlic stored within their reach. But because it’s used in so many meals, the common notion is to buy a lot, so you don’t have to keep on returning to the grocery store. This might lead you to wonder, how long…
We mean healthier versions of canned chicken you’re normally accustomed to. Canned chicken has a reputation for being unhealthy. That’s only thing because we are used to the idea that everything canned and processed is out to get us. Continue Reading