Do you love feta but don’t really know if it fits with your ethical views ? Don’t worry, this is a common concern among vegetarians, and we’re going to make things easier for everyone. We’ll touch on whether feta is or can be vegetarian, how to look for one that is, and why some animal …
Have a bunch of unripe avocados at home and want to know if you can safely eat them ? We understand that waiting around for avocados to ripen can be very annoying, especially if you’re an avid avocado fan. There’s something about them just sitting on the counter, waiting, and waiting, whispering ‘eat me’, and …
If you’ve ever dreamed of stocking your cabinets with countless bags of sweet, green pistachios, you are not alone! …Okay, maybe you’re a bit alone… that’s a LOT of pistachios, people! But, we can understand the sentiment! Pistachios are delicious, salty sweet nuts that are just so fun to eat thanks to their slightly open …
Preparing some fresh and yummy tomato sauce at home not only takes effort, but also a great deal of time. And that’s why it’s important to have that sauce last for a reasonable while. Putting things in the fridge and witnessing something different in texture and flavor super soon is surely a disappointment. So, if …
Puddings are great and we all know they’re supposed to be made with milk. But what if you just ran out of milk and absolutely need to make that pudding right now ? Well then you’d have to get creative and use water instead. But does pudding made with water taste any good ? That’s …
Wondering if lemons are fruits or vegetables ? Don’t worry, you’re not alone. More than one person gets confused when they see lemons in the veggie section in one supermarket, and then see them in the fruits section in another supermarket. Then there’s the whole botanical vs culinary term of fruit and vegetable that’s sparked …
Looking for alternatives to cashew paste? You’re in the right place. This product is useful in so many ways, it’s bout to have a few alternatives that are easy to find or make. Let’s get to them and see all the different types of substitutes there are. Best cashew paste substitutes The best cashew paste …
Are you out of eggs and only have mayo and you absolutely need to bake that cake right now ? No ? You’re just curious what’s this about using mayonnaise instead of egg ? Oh. Well, get ready because it’s a bit of a hoot and no one seems to decide on a stance. The …
Are you running out of oil and there’s no point in keeping two nearly-empty bottles ? You’re probably wondering if you can mix the two oils. Well, the thing is you’re not the only one in this situation, so there’s info to help you out. If you’ve got peanut oil and vegetable oil – two …
Out of almond milk and desperately need some for a recipe? No worries, we’ve got you covered. We’ll tell you all about almond milk substitutes and guide you on which to pick, according to your needs. And a quick little almond milk recipe at the end, so you can have your very own nut milk …
Durians. As great as they may taste, the smell makes most people turn away from them. If you’ve never had this spiky, confusing fruit, then you may be curious to know just what a durian smell like. And why everyone’s so impressed by it, be it in a bad or good way. Well, this is …
Want that beautiful, sizzling bacon with eggs in the morning ? Then you may be wondering if you should use oil with the bacon, as well as the eggs. Worry not, today we’re going to talk about whether there’s any point to using oil with bacon, and how to get the best results. Do you …
Standing in the dairy aisle and can’t decide between whole milk and homogenized milk ? Or maybe your recipe calls for whole milk, and you only have homogenized milk. Don’t worry. We’re here to help you decipher the mysteries of food and cooking ingredients, so today we’re looking at whole vs homogenized milk. What the …
Commonly a part of the Indian cuisine, Paneer cheese is capable of complementing almost any meal. The great chewy texture and a wonderful flavor make this variety of cheese quite a favorite of many around the subcontinent. It not only blends with the different ingredients, but also doesn’t overpower them. The fact that it doesn’t …
Stuck in the produce aisle and can’t decide between plum or Roma tomatoes ? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. Nearly all vegetables and fruits have subtypes, and none of them have names that would tell you anything relevant. So to make things easier for everyone, today we’re looking at the difference between plum tomatoes …
Most fruits are indeed round, but for sure, there are many of them that are not round. So which fruits aren’t round ? We thought we’d take some time to do some research to answer this question properly. It can be hard to list all of them here because there are a lot of exotic …
One of the most commonly asked questions when it comes to bread is: does it contain eggs? So, if you had this question bouncing around your culinary brain, you are certainly not alone! After all, you can make bread in many different ways. And you can make bread out of almost any kind of dough, …
We all love those delicious grilled potatoes right off the barbecue, but sometimes we don’t have hours to prepare and cook them for that long because of our tight schedules. In such situations, the only option we are left with is, cooking our potatoes in the microwave. It takes only 5 to 10 minutes and …
Potato flakes are well-known, and this beloved ingredient is a household favorite for its near all-purpose use. From decadent toppings to appetizing bread, its versatility and delicious flavor make it a hot item in grocery stores worldwide. But what if you have no potato flakes on hand ? Luckily we’ve got some great alternatives for you …
Whether you are a connoisseur of fine cheeses or simply just trying to broaden your gastronomic horizons, you may have stumbled across a cheese you’ve never heard of before called halloumi. Well, you are certainly not alone if you were too nervous to try this cheese without first learning a bit about it! That is …