Kosher means 'proper.' So, in a nutshell, kosher food follows the guidelines set by Jewish Dietary Laws. These laws were set in the Talmud and other Jewish religious books. Some kinds of animal meat are considered non-kosher (like pork, catfish, shellfish, rabbit, reptile meat, and some types of bird meat). There are also strict rules on how the meat should be killed, and even … [Read more...] about What is kosher food?
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Try a different kind of bread!
The world is enjoying what seems to be a bread renaissance. Bakeries are stocked with a buffet of options. Feeling adventurous? Reach for a 'slice' from another culture: the pita breads of the Middle East, or the naan of India and Pakistan. On a diet? Get a high-fiber multigrain loaf. Planning a dinner party? Prepare dainty appetizers on dainty crostinis, or make a quick but … [Read more...] about Try a different kind of bread!
Guide to picking wines
It can be quite intimidating to select wine. Whether you're at a restaurant, or standing in front of a long row of bottles at the corner liquor store, the sheer number of choices can make you think, 'Which one is the best?' or 'How are they different, anyway?' Here is a simple guide to help you narrow down your choices and decipher the labels of the wine bottles. After this … [Read more...] about Guide to picking wines
8 tips for steaming food
Steaming food preserves the nutrients, vitamins and minerals, even the very heat-sensitive Vitamin C. Since you don't use oil, it cuts back on fat. Some people find steamed food to be bland—but that's because they don't know these easy cooking secrets! There are special tricks that can help bring out the flavor of the food and retain its texture Read this article and create … [Read more...] about 8 tips for steaming food
Tips on dehydrating veggies
One of the best ways to preserve vegetables is by dehydrating it. Dehydration makes food keep longer, including various kinds of produce and it is also a relatively simple process that is quite easy to do at home. The principle is simply to put the vegetables to steady heat for an extended amount of time to wick away all of the moisture. Here are a few tips on how to dehydrate … [Read more...] about Tips on dehydrating veggies