Those oh-so judgemental New York media know-it-alls are at it again.  They have once again decided to fan the fire of class warfare by picking on Southern food and those who cook it.  The last time I saw a group of people so convinced of their superiority... -

Vietnamese pho soup is very popular today in the United States because it is so very delicious and good for you, it is a rage in Southeast Asian cuisine just about everywhere you go! So what is pho soup? Most people when they say pho say it as "foe"... -

Some of the most expensive foods in the world make you wonder what makes them so expensive. From the rarity of the ingredients to the sophisticated treatment of them and stellar presentation, there are many criteria that these foods have to comply with... -

You can include fruits as desserts in your spring party at ease. While meeting the daily requirement of including five portions of fruits, it will also serve as a healthy spring party food. There are various spring party ideas for including fruits. You... -

  Peanut butter is an eternal favorite among kids and adults alike. Its creamy and crunchy taste can drive a person and force him to do crazy things like eating the entire jar in one go or hiding it from his friends.... -

  The history of soft drinks is as interesting as the drink itself. Carbonated drink without any alcohol is called soft drink . Today you have numerous soft drinks in the market from different companies. We have colas, iced tea, lemonade,... -

This blog will tell you about all you wanted to know about Belgian chocolates . Now, you might think as to why we want to tell you specifically about these chocolates, when you are satisfied with your regular favorites – Cadburys or Hershey’s. The... -

What cities come to mind when I say 'quickly name America’s top foodie cities'. I think New York and Los Angeles are the ones that spring up first. Perhaps Chicago might be a third in the guesses but definitely not in the top two. However if you... -

    Sports drinks or energy boosters are the ‘in’ thing becoming a 5 billion dollar industry currently and growing. The history of sports drinks is interesting lets learn how this concept came into existence. Sports drinks were... -

It is surprising to think of New York City as the brunch capital of America but that is exactly how it has been described by Crain in New York Business. Alisa Roth, associated with the Marketplace elaborates on the topic of America’s brunch capital... -

  Each of us will have our own versions of top 10 soups. But have you ever thought about what would be the top 10 soups in the history of mankind? The Stew, a congregation of Chicago Tribune’s good eating and dining staffs, has... -

Cassava roots are the starchy root vegetables produced by cassava plants. The cassava plants are also known as manioc, casava or yuca. These plants are mostly grown in South America, where they are widely cultivated for its edible, starchy, tuber like root... -

It was interesting to read about how burrito became the taste of America . All these years I have thought that burrito was an out-and-out American dish. But dwelling deep into its history I came to know that burritos actually originated in Mexico and... -

Cheese making is considered to an art. The right texture, taste and flavor are important aspects that need to be considered during cheese making and have been prevalent right from the ancient ages. The history of cheese making can be traced back to the times... -

You will be amazed to know that garlic has been a part of many cultures for thousands of years. History of garlic use can be traced back to the time when the Giza pyramids were built. Garlic was given to labors in Egypt who were building the pyramids. It was... -

If we start talking about the history and uses of mustard we will find that there are numerous things to discuss on this topic. Its uses are not just confined to hot dog mustard or deli sandwiches with Dijon mustard. Mustard is valued for its culinary as well... -

White wines are good to drink and also used in the kitchen to pep up food recipes. Cooking in white wine is not a new concept as white cooking wines add to the flavor of various cuisines and have been popular since the Roman and Greek periods. White cooking... -

  Yes, the crunchy-munchy little popcorn, that has become so much a part of our daily lives has many interesting historical stories associated with it. Let’s take a trip down the historical lane leading to History of Popcorn – the World’s... -

  If you are quite a regular in the kitchen and have a knack for baking, chances are you are already familiar with guar gum. For those who are still waiting to discover this ingredient, let me introduce it as white powdery edible substance,... -

  What is a falafel and  what is the history of falafel?  Most readers may have heard about falafel and have eaten it too, while there may be a few who haven’t heard about it.  What is Falafel? These are fried balls or patties... -

The medlar , might seem to be a new entry to the list of known fruits; but being an ancient fruit it brings blast from the past . In Europe, medlar is traditionally related with the festivity of Christmas, since it is consumed as a popular dessert. This ... -

Goji Berries are the berries from China, which are also renowned as berries with a significant placebo effect . It has been seen that people consuming more Goji berries have been identified with certain uniqueness. The berries with placebo effect, ... -

December 16 th is yet another of those days that celebrate specific food items. The history of national chocolate covered anything day will involve a lot of research as it is not particularly well known. However, it is certainly a day for all you... -

p { margin-bottom: 0.21cm; } The History of Brownie Day: It turns out that there's quite a bit of history baked inside that hot, fudgy little brownie. National Brownie Day is celebrated on December 8 th of every year in the United States... -

  The Kwanzaa celebrations associte a very deep meaning to Muhindi .  Here is a brief on the importance and significance of Muhindi    Kwanzaa is an African-American celebration that begins on December 26th. It was... -

  The concept of the Yule Goat has a lot of history and tradition attached to it. Here is a brief.    The Yule Goat is a part of the Northern European and Scandinavian christmas celebrations and is a goat figure made from... -

p { margin-bottom: 0.21cm; } We now have a new reason that contributes to America's obesity; movie popcorn. I know how you feel. What can possibly be wrong with those flavorful popcorns, that innocently teases your olfactory and gustatory... -

While many of the meat lovers cherish the delicate taste of a myriad of meat preparations, I am sure very few of them have knowledge on – what is the history of butchers . The history of butchers is certainly as old as the human civilization, as in... -

Halloween is a festival celebrating celebrated every year on October 31, the eve of All Saints. It is done in most Western countries, but is more representative in the United States. In this country, brought by Irish immigrants, she arrived in the... -

The refreshing goodness that fresh mint leaves add to any drink or any dish is distinct and almost unmatchable by any other herbs. While much of this freshness depends on the knowing the right technique of preserving them, a lot of it also depends on knowing ... -

  Are you a patron of sour cream? Do you love ladling your chilli bowl with a huge dollop of sour cream? Read on to know some interesting facts about sour cream and learn more about your favourite topping.       ... -

The history of vodka is still a subject of debate amongst the Polish and the Russians, with both claiming its origin to their land. But all this hoopla surrounding its origin has not limited vodka to stay within the confines of these countries; rather it... -

A vodka in history has been as early as 17th century, when it was first brought to Russia by some merchants of Lithuania. Till that point of time, Russians were much fonder of mead and beer. You will get a clear picture on the journey of vodka till today,... -

The evolution of the coffee house is an interesting story and today, I will narrate to you how the coffee house was born. If today, someone asks you - how do you idealise a coffee house, you would most naturally start picturing a cozy place with comfy... -

Come October and its time for the Jack-o-lantern and the day of Halloween! When you are making your Jack –o- Lantern haven’t you wondered about the History of Pumpkin as food. Where this sweet vegetable was first found and who found it are just a few... -

The history of garlic is a story of multiple rejections and then acceptance. Yes, garlic has had a rough ride but eventually the story has a pleasing and aromatic ending! Garlic is now an integral part of world cuisine and is used extensively in various... -

Who doesn’t love honey?? I, for one, have always loved honey and have always been curious about the wonderful history of honey as food . Here is some interesting info I have picked up:       It is believed that honey has been around... -

Pizza, Pizza, Pizza!!! I simply had to have a slice of a yummy and filling pepperoni Pizza snd kept nagging my last Tuesday that I drove my hubby crazy. Strangely it was when I was helping myself to a pizza that I wondered about the history of pizza as food... -

Of course, we all love our ketchup on our fries but when dipping into this yummy red sauce, have you ever wondered about the history of ketchup as food. Did you know that the modern day Ketchup was once made from pickled fish and spices or that it was... -

Mushrooms are unique and is a wonderful addition to your dishes. Their mild flavor and spongy texture always makes them a delight to munch on. If you do like mushrooms then you really need to know the interesting history of mushroom as food.     ... -

How many of us actually know about the history of Easter eggs? These are beautifully decorated eggs which are used to celebrate Easter. Here is some information on their history and how they have become so popular. Several experts claim that these eggs... -

Bananas are not really my favorite fruit but they sure are my husbands and I don’t think anyone knows better about the history of banana as food. Here are some interesting information I picked up on the history of banana from my husband.   ... -

The  history of edible flowers as food can be traced back to 140 B.C (first recorded mention about using flower for culinary purpose appears in the literature). Most of the civilizations around the world have incorporated edible flowers as food in their... -

How many of you know about the history of chives as food ? I was not aware till my nephew read out “ Toxic Chives Sicken 9 in Qingdao, China " from a newspaper. It may not be big news for us, but a Chinese will surely take note of it, because... -

"Aunty please help me with the history of avocados as food " begged my nephew. I had no idea about the history of avocado as food and so, I began my hunt on the internet to find that the fruit has very interesting stories to tell from the... -

My collegue asked for my help to make a  presentation titled History of Tequilla as food, which was to be presented during the annual residents meet organised by his residential association. My collegue admitted that, although he has enjoyed his... -

I have always acknowledged to my friends about my mother’s culinary skills and her special knack for preparing those sumptuous “ Baingan ka Barta ”. Well for all of my American Colleagues, Baingan ka Barta is one of the chief attractions of an... -

I still remember one of my classmates Lorleen, pronouncing cranberry as "craneberry". Later on the nickname "craneberry" became the part of her existence. After talking to her on phone yesterday, I remembered about relishing cranberry jam... -

Macaroni and cheese is one of the most popular foods in today’s world. While making this great dish is no more a secret, looking back at the “ History Of Macaroni&Cheese – Comfort Food For All ” still reveals some interesting facts. Origin... -

Bagel is basically a ring-shaped bread made out of yeasted wheat dough, which offers a chewy interior with a crisp exterior. The huge popularity of this bread really makes us wonder at times about the history of bagels as food . However, like almost all... -

Sushi comes to Japan The history of Japanese Sushi starts from the time when this special Chinese delicacy got introduced to Japan in the 8th century.  Before that it was served in China from as early as 4th century BC. Sushi was then used as a... -

The Early History of Frozen Foods You might get surprised by knowing the fact that the history of frozen food has started from as early as 3000 B.C. This is the time when ancient Chinese people used to preserve food in ice cellars for using in cold... -

Starting from the ancient days, the history of Caviar as food has developed to a great extent, making it an exclusive and expensive delicacy for the modern world people.  Caviar is a kind of fish eggs, mainly received from sturgeon fish. However, you... -

The food coloring history dates back to early Roman Civilization, when people used saffron, various flowers, carrots, mulberries, pomegranates, beets etc to put color to their foods. They even used certain minerals and ores like silver, gold or copper to... -

The herb, which heals and beautifies and also gives a punch of flavor to the Mediterranean cuisine… What is the history of rosemary as Food ?   Let us take a short peek into the numerous health benefits Rosemary offers, before we excavate, what... -

History of food in space is comparatively young compared to others. Nowadays, we get to see several space flights are being launched and people are frequently making their trips to space. But have we ever thought about their diet during the space flight?... -

The prized vegetable hailing from the Lily family, which bears in its ‘soul’ oodles of health benefits -  the goody- green asparagus. When was the this golden treasure first discovered? What records the usage of asparagus as an edible by man? What is the... -

We all love mangoes in its various forms – health drinks, juice, smoothie , pie and also in salad…but most of us do not know the history of mango as a food. Where did it originate, its journey over the years, the various recipes it is used and... -

Chocolate has been around since 1100 B.C, and the world has been obsessed with the food ever since. Although introduced to Europe only in the 16th century, most of our chocolate comes from cocoa beans grown on plantations in West Africa.  -

People might call me geeky but each time I see a bottle of wine or vodka I wonder, when was alcohol actually invented, who invented it, and how long has alcohol been around? Now, if you too have been intrigued by these questions before, but never really... -

Can anyone think of Halloween without those spooky – scary looking carved pumpkins…hell no! We all love to see humungous “Jack-O-Lanterns” scattered all over the town….but each time I look at these food arts I can’t help wondering “how did... -

No fruit in world history has as much historical and religious symbolism, as perhaps the apple does. From the beginning, apples have been associated with love, beauty, health, comfort, sensuality, sexuality, fertility and wisdom. Perhaps... -

Ice cream is a favorite with all of us, but, any idea how ice cream is made commercially? If you learn how ice cream is made in the factories, you will find the procedure is as interesting as the whole concept of ice cream. Ice cream contains the same amount... -

Be it noodles or a wanton soup, the delicacy goes high on the style quotient if eaten with chopsticks. Ever wondered as to how chopsticks are made? From wood-cutting to wood-finishing, making Chinese chopsticks takes you through a journey, which is artistic... -

Celery is a vegetable/herb and has been known by various names. ‘Celery’ has come from the French word ‘celeri,’ then celeri coming from the Greek version of the word. Archaeologists have found celery in ancient Egyptian tombs, proof... -

There are a lot of interesting theories about how barbeque originated. Some take you to North Carolina, some towards Australia and New Zealand and some even towards Caribbean Islands. It is said that the natives of Caribbean Islands used the method of heating... -

     Basil is a highly fragrant plant whose leaves are used as a seasoning herb for many different types of foods. Basil has become one of the most recognizable herbs ever since pesto, the mixture of basil, pine nuts and parmesan cheese, has become... -

Inventions in food technology are nothing new. We have been witness to food inventions since time immemorial. However, every other day, when we hear of a new food invention, we cannot help but feel impressed with the scope of imagination that human mind shows... -

In this hot summer, my brother-in-law while gulping down chilled water said it is too hot here, but there it is AC, AC everywhere. My eight year old nephew trotted around his father elated that he is starting tomorrow for Middle East with his dad. His mom... -

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  PASSION FRUIT (Passiflora edulis) is an egg shaped fruit that grows tropical and sub-tropical region. This fruit is commonly grown in New Zealand rather it is native of Brazil, Australia, Malaysia and South America. There are 400 varieties of... -

The word soup originates from "sop", a dish originally consisting of a soup or thick stew which was soaked up with pieces of bread. The modern meaning of sop has been limited to just the bread intended to be dipped.   ... -

I am a history buff. I was curious to know what Ancient Egyption of Pyramid Age eate? It appears that most of the modern "adult" site are more interested in talking about what Britney Spears ate, but luckily I found my answers at a kid site.... -

Memon food. It means those foods taken especially in memon community, called memon food. Know majority don’t know about memons. Who are memons? The immigrants in KARACHI ( Pakistan ) migrated from GUJRAT ( India ) . In ... -

well... for all those of you who're fond of the Indian culture and are just mesmerised by the indian cuisine and the indian snacks.. the gala time for you has already started... it is not at all easy to vow hearts... especially when a plethora of... -

Zucchinis galore: Be Creative View mikaela_'s map Taken in (See more photos here ) I think it was Nikko here that mentioned the zucchini day recently.  Well, it is that time of year when... -

    Frito-Lay introduced Cheetos - the wonderfully crunchy, cheese-flavored snack made from extruded cornmeal in 1948, and I’m glad they did.   I love cheetos – I also lovehot food stuffs.   I’ve been putting powdered jalapenos or... -

The  journey began in 1989 in a small kitchen with a wooden rolling pin, an imported tabletop pasta machine, and a passion for making authentic pasta products of superior quality. Today,Nuovo Pasta  has grown into a family of culinary trained associates... -

  Street food is food obtainable from a street-corner vendor, typically from a make shift or portable stall . While most street foods are regional, many are not, having spread beyond their region of origin. Most street food is... -

  The wine of Alsace reflects the ambivalent situation of a border province. A traveller at the time of the French revolution found it incredible that this land, so clearly intended by nature to be part of Germany, was actually annexed to France.... -

Traditionally India is famous for its food world over.Every region of India is famous for the some or the other type of food.such as.... 1.LITTI-CHOKHA of PATNA(BIHAR) 2.PETHA of AGRA(U.P.) 3.BHEL-PURI of MUMBAI(MAHARASTRA) ... -

The popularity of salads in one form or another has never been so great as it is today - the latter part of the twentieth century. The eating of salads is perceived by all sections of the population as making a positive contribution to good health and the... -

There are several characteristics of vegetables that influence the way we cook them. One of these is colour. No matter what colour a raw vegetable is, we want to preserve as much as possible of that colour. Vegetables may be grouped by colour into four... -