Cooking is not only a great skill to learn on its own but it’s also a fantastic way to keep yourself occupied during a pandemic. I use recipes frequently, some of you might recall several years ago when I did my own little cooking experimentation; I did not repeat a single meal for a year. When it comes to food, I improvise quite a bit, using a recipe for “flavor inspiration” based on what I have available in the house at the time. Part of my reasoning for starting a blog was to help home cooks elevate their cooking abilities by learning the basics of preparing food and how to…
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Spinach Health Benefits and Easy to Grow
Spinach has incredible health benefits and it is very easy to grow. Several of my followers diagnosed with COVID-19 told me, doctors prescribed a regimen of vitamins C, D, and Zinc to combat their “mild-cases.” So this week I decided to write about a vegetable full of vitamins C, D, and zinc – SPINACH! Origin Spinach is a member of the beet family domesticated in central Asia. In the late Middle Ages, the Arabs brought it to Europe. Spaniards grew it as early as the eighth-century and eventually brought it to the United States. Known to be rich in the aforementioned nutrients, some consider it the most important leaf vegetable…
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4 Ways to Adopt Healthier Eating Habits
Your effort to live a healthier life is not complete without a change in your eating habits. Physical activities, such as exercising or getting enough sleep, are vital for living a healthy life. Truth is, if you want to look your best and feel your best, you have got to eat the kind of foods that will get you there. Here are some diet tips to consider when trying to adopt healthier eating habits. Drink more water and less sugary drinks When you are thirsty, it is essential to drink water rather than sugary drinks. The goal is not to satisfy your thirst with any liquid, but to be hydrated…
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Etiquette Tips at Chinese Restaurants
Traditional, elite Chinese restaurants have strict culinary rules and etiquette when it comes to eating and serving food. When you walk into these restaurants, you should be respectful and follow dining customs that are akin to the Chinese culture. Here are a few etiquette tips to keep in mind when you are dining in a true, authentic Chinese restaurant. Allow Your Host to Order Generally, there is a host who will assist you with your order. In a traditional Chinese restaurant, the menu may be written entirely in Chinese, and you may need to allow your host to order for you. This is a sign of respect. Don’t worry; from…
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Practical Skills to Improve Your Cooking
There are lots of different practical ways to improve your cooking skills. Most people focus on cooking the same meal until they perfect it, but it makes more sense if you focus on improving several skills at once. This way, you’ll be able to prepare complete courses, be able to cook fancy foods by just examining the recipe, and you’ll never get bored of cooking different things. So check out these fun and practical skills which will greatly improve your cooking ability. Learn to make stocks and gravy One of the best investments of your time is to learn how to cook stocks and gravy. Stock is an incredibly important…
