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…
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Inspiration and Ideas for Finding New Recipes
Since you are visiting my blog, you are someone who is passionate about food and cooking. And the chances are that you’re constantly on the lookout for new recipes. However, it’s not always easy to keep your food game fresh, is it? It’s far too easy to get into a rut when it comes to what you’re cooking and what you’re eating. Far too many of us end up buying the same groceries each week, then going on to cook the same meals time and time again, which becomes extremely boring. Has the time come to overhaul your cooking? If you’re someone who is passionate about food and cooking but…
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Roasted Chicken Thighs with Herb Butter
One of the most simple cooking methods is roasting. Roasting means to oven cook food, whether meats or vegetables, in a shallow uncovered pan. This method usually produces a well-browned exterior and moist interior. Temperatures for roasting are generally higher than for baking, and the pan must be uncovered so the food does not stew in its own juices. Another criterion for roasting is that it requires fat, either as part of the food like duck or added, like butter to potatoes. Cuts of meat or poultry for roasting must be reasonably tender. Tougher pieces are better prepared with moist cooking methods such as braising. What happens in roasting? An…
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5 Ways to Discover New Foods
Are you bored with dinner and need to discover new foods? Over the last few months, you probably are cooking at home more and are getting tired of some meals? Of course, we all have our favorite comfort meals, but there is something very special about discovering new ways to leave our taste buds dancing. The more you cook, the more of a challenge this can be. The key is to try something new while respecting your taste preferences and dietary requirements. Here are five fantastic ways to discover new foods when you are tired of the same recipes. Change Your Salad Selections Leafy vegetables are low in calories; the…
