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Ioana Ciuraru

I'm the main writer of foodiosity.com. and I like to write about food curiosities. I have a lot of questions myself and I love finding out the answer. You can find me on Twitter, Facebook, or Pinterest.

Do Cupcakes Freeze Well ? Yes, Here’s How To Do It

Cupcakes are a delicious treat for each and everyone of us. We can’t get enough of them and wish there was a neverending supply, like each time you walk into the kitchen there’s a plate of perfect cupcakes just waiting for you. They refill every time you enter the kitchen. Ah but there’s something you …

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Why Are Cupcakes So Popular ? 7 Delicious Reasons

Cupcakes are probably everyone’s guilty pleasure. You can have just one, or two, or three. And they’ve been so overdone people are starting to have less of them…or are they ? It seems cupcakes are still very popular, though maybe not as much as they were in the early 2010s. Personally we’re big cupcake lovers, …

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Black VS White Sesame Seeds – Just How Different Are They ?

Sesame seeds are everywhere, and as often as you see them you might not really notice them. On burger buns, on pastries, on breads, on breadsticks, in some ice cream varieties, in sesame oil, on sushi, part of a dessert filling, and so on. Normally the only sesame we knew of was the plain ‘ol …

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Why Are Eggs White ? Here’s What Determines Their color

Eggs are recognizable in any culture, in any film, drawing, animation, anything. Whether they’re cracked or whole, we all know what an egg looks like. But in truth, all over the world people have different views of what color an egg shell should be, and which is best. Yes, people really get upset over these …

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Why Are Eggs In The Dairy Section ? Here Are 4 Good Reasons

Eggs are almost always in your kitchen, in one way or another. It’s something you rarely think of, but you notice when they’re missing. They’re such an essential part of everyday life, in so many recipes, that it’s almost like missing meat or bread. So every time you pick up a carton of fresh eggs, …

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Sesame Seed Substitute – 7 Nutty Alternatives To Try Next

If you’re all out of sesame seeds then you’re likely bummed. Sesame seeds add a much needed kick to many baked goods and even some meals. Not adding many would lead to a much plainer existence. So let’s take a look at the many sesame seed substitutes out there. We’re assuming you can’t find any …

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Why Is Garlic Spicy ? Here’s Why, And How To Tone It Down

Garlic is delicious and a boon to every meal there is. You cannot convince us otherwise. The world needs more garlic, there’s never enough. And you’ve probably noticed how spicy and bright the garlic flavor can be when you eat it raw. A crushed garlic sauce can really kick.  But why ? Why is garlic …

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Why Does Cabbage Cause Gas ? Here’s How Long It Takes

Cabbage may not be everyone’s favorite, but there are some recipes you just can’t make without cabbage. Partly because it’s the wrong texture, and partly because they rely on the cabbage’s strong flavor. Still, you can’t deny how flatulent cabbage can make you, especially when it’s raw cabbage. But why does cabbage cause gas ? …

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Do Shellfish Have Bones ? Shrimp, Crab, Lobster And More

Shellfish are tricky little creatures. They look very alien and taste and smell very different from what we’re used to, at least compared to land animals. So, when cooking shellfish you may expect them to behave a little differently than other meats. You may expect to find bones in shellfish, just like in fish. But …

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Why Is Rabbit Meat Not Popular ? 3 Quick Reasons

If you love hunting then you’ve probably brought home a rabbit or two in your days. Even if your hunting is done in supermarkets, you’ve likely looked at, if not already cooked, a nice rabbit for dinner. But you don’t do that every day. Why is rabbit meat not popular ? Is there something bad …

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Why Are Chicken Hearts So Cheap ? Chicken Hearts Taste And More Facts

Chicken hearts are those little things you only find in the bird’s cavity once you clean it out. You rarely see a casserole of chicken hearts sold separately. But when they are sold separately, man are they cheap. Why is that ? Isn’t it still chicken meat ? It seems chicken hearts, and actually chicken …

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Why Are Chicken Thighs So Cheap(Compared To Breast) ? 3 Main Reasons

Chicken seems to be everyone’s favorite, in one way or another. It’s quick to cook, easy to digest, easy to find in stores, and definitely something to please everyone. But there’s a few chicken parts that get overlooked, like the giblets or the thighs. Right now we’re going to discuss chicken thighs, since they generally …

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Chicken Liver Substitute – 4 Ideas Try Try Next

Chicken livers are a beautiful little thing, and they bring so much flavor to a dish. But some folks simply don’t like them, since they bring way too much flavor. True, liver can be overwhelming sometimes, so you have to be careful what you serve it with. Or maybe you love liver but just can’t …

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Why Is Chicken Liver Green ? It’s Easily Fixable

Are you just starting out with liver ? Then you’re likely starting with chicken liver, as it’s got the mildest taste of them all. It’s also one of the most common and cheap livers out there, compared to bigger animals like cattle and pigs. So what do you do when you bring home a nice …

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Why Are Chicken Gizzards So Tough ? It’s All In The Muscle

Chicken gizzards may not be everyone’s style, most folks can at least agree they make a great base for a chicken stock or gravy. So what if you’d like to incorporate them into a meal ? You clean and cook them, of course. But something’s just not right. You’d expect the gizzards to be the …

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Can You Reheat Pancakes ? Here Are 4 Delicious Ways To Do It

Pancakes are a real beauty in the morning, but you can have them for lunch or dinner just the same, provided you’ve made enough. So maybe you like them cold too, or maybe you only want them fresh and hot. Well, if you cook them in the morning and eat them in the evening they’re …

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