Kitchens are a vital part of every home. Ovens, refrigerators, sinks, and cupboards come standard. However, in addition to your ability and willingness to cook, making the most of your kitchen ultimately depends on the gadgets, utensils, and additional appliances you own. Coupled with the fact we’re spending more time in our kitchens than ever due to…
Eating dark chocolate is not something to feel ashamed of. Dark chocolate is made using cocoa solids and cocoa butter without the milk. It is full of antioxidants and nutrients with minimal sugar content. There are many ways you can enjoy it. You can order a triple chocolate cookie and enjoy the crunchy goodness. You…
Bread baking is not rocket science. The loaves of bread displayed in shops and you regularly eat don’t happen in one snap. In fact, bread baking is one of the most elaborate preparations to pull through, especially if you don’t have enough baking experience. While passion for baking can be a driving force for success,…
A double boiler is one of those pieces of kitchen equipment that I've just never been able to bring myself to buy. I have a variety of pancake pans, an electric grill, and even an outdoor offset smoker, but not a double boiler that many people have. It's not that I don't need one from…
Believe it or not, wine is more delicate than you might have realized. Heat, cold, and humidity can all affect its molecular structure and render it undrinkable – even if it’s never been opened. If you want to get the most out of your bottles of wine, but you don’t want to open them right…
Most people underestimate the usefulness of rabbit meat. In comparison, rabbit meat can bring lots of nutritional properties into your daily diet. During the mid-20th century, rabbit meat was considered wartime food. Nowadays, we see a completely different picture. Today, you can find different variants of rabbit meat dishes all over the world. Rabbit is…
The following post is from Shaina of Food for My Family and Olmanson Photography: Grilling Wild-Caught, Frozen Fish When I was growing up, my dad would spend some time in the early autumn on a fishing trip. He'd head north with his uncle and cousins, searching for cold, clear water right on the border between…
Most people love snacking, though, unfortunately, many miss out on snacking healthy in favor of chips and sweets. Maybe they're in a rush, need a sugar fix in the afternoon, or just don't know about more nutritious options. Fortunately, there's plenty of ways for you and your family to snack away while also ensuring you're…
Fried rice is an ancient, simple recipe that is traced back as far as the Sui Dynasty in China, around 589 – 618 A.D. Even today in China, fried rice dishes are a staple across many businesses, restaurants, and families. It’s not only delicious by itself, but pairs great with a variety of dishes while freeing…
Since the first discovery and cultivation in the 19th century, white rice has become a staple food for more than half of the world’s current population. White rice is a great way to spice up any dish with proven health benefits and the added convenience of simplicity and versatility in recipes. While white rice is a starch,…