Food

Both cranberry juice and pineapple juice are popular beverages that most people know about. They’re often mixed together to make an even more famous combination known as “cran-pine.” Many people add these juices to other liquids, like water or milk, so they can be consumed that way. Adding either one alone is also fine, but not necessary. Some people say drinking too much of either ingredient may cause stomach upset. However, if you are very hungry, drink enough of either liquid to satisfy your appetite and then do not eat for another hour to see if you feel better. If…

Choosing shrimp, prawn or crawfish is an every day occurrence for most people. Whether you are eating them as snacks, in recipes, or ordering them at restaurants, there are some basic rules to know! As with any kind of seafood, how well it tastes depends on what kind of fish or shellfish it is paired with. For example, spicy dishes like Thai food taste great with curry-based sauces and toppings which work well with cooked chicken or shrimp. This article will talk about which one is best when and why! So, stay tuned and read on for more information here…

Are you looking to do some serious weight loss? Then limiting your drink intake is one of the first things you should be doing. Fortunately, there are many ways to make sure you’re not drinking too much liquid- which can sometimes be hard because water is pretty delicious! There are several methods you can use to measure how much liquids you consume during the day. Some people may feel more comfortable using trackers that you have to sync with your smartphone, while others prefer keeping a journal or writing down everything they drank. Whatever method works for you, just remember…

This article will teach you how to roast peanuts in a pan or, as some like to call it, “roasting”. If you have ever made salted nuts before (like almonds or pistachios), this technique is similar to that concept, but more streamlined. The term for this cooking method comes from Brazil where they would toast whole spices such as peppercorns, cloves, and bay leaves in oil until they became aromatic. The aroma would then be mixed into the food being cooked with them, creating a flavor boost and/or new ingredient. This article will show you two ways to make roasted…

Limes are one of the most popular fruits in the world! They can be consumed fresh, dried, or as juice. Plus, there are all sorts of ways to prepare them- juicing, adding flavorings like sugar, and making recipes with them. One thing about limes is that they contain lots of acid. The amount of acid you find in a lime makes it special. Acid is your body’s natural preservative so it helps keep other foods from spoiling. Therefore, even though limes may not seem very rich taste wise, they have something important for us! However, how much acid each 1…

Sometimes, when you make something, you overdo it. You put in too much of an ingredient, or maybe even two ingredients to taste that are sometimes very similar. This is called “overdoing” the recipe! When this happens, some people may suggest cutting back on one of the ingredients to make sure your product does not suffer from bad flavor balance. However, doing so could totally change the nature of the product! This article will talk about how to use leftover pieces of food as a natural acid for baking. More importantly, we will discuss which foods work best as acids…

This article will teach you how to make your own lumpia or Filipino deep-fried snack wrappers! They’re also known as egg roll skins, spring roll wraps, or even phyllo rolls. Many people get dessertly hungry while eating lumpia so we thought why not have some easy snacks for them? These soft, crispy, thin sheets can be used in many ways; as an appetizer, side dish, or main course. You can either fry them like we do here at our restaurant or bake them as well. They are great additions to any meal because they can be dipped into sauces and/or…

Who doesn’t love fried pickle snacks? They are delicious, fun to make, and they always get a round of applause! A few years back, chicken wing lovers had no choice but to head into their local restaurant or dive into the culinary world of buffalo wings. Luckily, now you don’t have to! You can easily create your own fried pickle snack recipe at home! In this article, I will show you a simple recipe for making crispy brined cucumbers that are then dipped in a ranch flavoring batter and fried until golden brown. These buffalo style fries will not only…

Did you know that some people consider flounders as one of the most delicious fish? This is not only false, but it can be deadly if consumed in large quantities! The term “flounder” comes from the French word flonneret which means flatfish. There are three main types of flatfish: étron (silver dollar), plaice (European white bass) and halibut. All of these fishes are characterized by having long, slender soft bodies and no dorsal fin or spine. However, there is one major difference between the three- their taste. Some say that flounder has an especially strong flavor that many find pleasantly…

Many people ask about when they can eat chips after your wisdom teeth are removed. The best time to let yourself re-enter the chip eating realm is two months at the most three months from when your teeth were extracted. It really depends on how hungry you are at that moment and what kind of food you have in front of you. If you’re craving something salty, then by all means snack away! However, make sure to check out our tips below before diving into a bag full of potato chips. They’re very important so don’t forget them! Reminder: Make…