I know this might sound silly, but the question “is kohlrabi a root vegetable?” is actually a very good question since it looks like a lot like turnip, radish, celeriac, rutabaga, and many more others. Still, you will find out that they are not quite the same thing. I was very curious when I had …
Have you ever woke up in the morning and craved a good peanut butter for your breakfast, only to find out that your jar of peanut butter is watery? This can be off-putting because you need an extra effort to stir it back, or it is actually its texture and will not thicken anything you …
Seeing something that looks like a white mold on your chocolate is never fun. The first instinct is to throw the chocolate away quickly. But after a few seconds, you realize that chocolate usually doesn’t have any moisture, so the first question in your head most probably is, is this possible? Can chocolate grow mold? So …
Maybe you know the feeling of asking a barista to put some “caramel syrup, or sauce or whatever it is in your coffee.” If you don’t work in a field that involves food or beverages, those two can seem to be the same thing. I think there are a lot of menus out there that …
Spreadable butter is what most people confuse with margarine, but they think it is the expensive version of it. We use it often for breakfast, and I remember once the cashier from a supermarket told me that I had forgotten my margarine when I was buying spreadable butter. So, for this reason, I will make an …
Christmas time is a special, magical time when all of the most delicious flavors come to your kitchen. And one of the most iconic Christmas flavors is, oddly enough, peppermint ! It’s sweet, refreshing, and brings juuust the right note of nostalgia. But why is peppermint associated with Christmas ? You’d think something as cooling …
Butterscotch and toffee are two of the most common sugar confectionery out there. They are several centuries old, and they are very easy to confuse with one another. Still, there are some key differences that set them apart. Which of these two you decide to use may make or break your recipe, so read on …
If you’re any kind of seafood lover you’ve likely stumbled across surimi. This is a piece of seafood you can get your hands on at pretty much any grocery store, and of various quality. Most of the time we think of cheap, possibly dubious ingredients when we think of surimi. But what is it actually …
Licorice has a bad reputation among anyone who even remotely likes candy. You reach into the bag and hope for something delicious, and instead get a black licorice gummy. Disappointment ensues. But you’ve likely heard that despite the candy being licorice flavored, the actual flavor in it is not real licorice. Which begs the question, …
Bread is the staple food of humankind since ancient times, dating back almost 8000 years BC. You make bread from dough, which you make from mixing water and flour from different grains, and you get the result of a flat bread, common to the Middle East and Central Asia. This was the original bread from …
Have you ever stopped to consider the stick of butter you use for most recipes ? What makes it tangy ? What makes it so creamy ? What makes it a pale yellow ? And why is it cultured ? Is cultured butter a thing ? In truth butter is a very simple dairy …
Caramel is most likely one of the candies of our childhood. Everyone has eaten it in one form or another from confectionaries, glazes, or sauces. It is varied in all kinds of flavors for each taste and ages, and it is one of the most versatile sweets we can find today. You can use it …
Paella is one of the most recognizable Spanish foods and is very much loved around the world. And much like any food, it has its own history, traditions, and people have strong preferences regarding it. One of the most common topics regarding paella is what kind of meat you put in it, or whether you …
Delicious paella offers a rainbow of colors on your plate when cooked. The lobster and shrimp provide flashes of red and pink. The herbs and peas provide a splash of green. All of this is atop a beautiful yellow canvas of rice providing the backdrop. If you’re interested in making your own paella at home, …
Have you ever had some delicious cold cut only to see it shimmer like a rainbow, halfway through your sandwich ? It didn’t seem to taste bad, so what was the deal with all those colors ? Why is meat sometimes iridescent ? Does it only happen for deli meat ? Can raw meat have …
Meatballs are famous dishes all over the world. They are made of beef, mutton, or minced meat. The eggs work as the binder and contribute to the color, texture, and consistency. One thing you’ll love about meatballs is that they are easy to put together. Not to mention, they are perfect over mashed potatoes, rice, …
Risotto is one of the creamiest Italian delights you could ever taste, and it has millions of fans worldwide. You’ve likely had it at least once, and you’ve probably wondered what makes it so creamy. Most often the answer was a mix between parmesan and the rice used. But does risotto have any actual cheese …
Poutine is one of the most famous dishes and also one of the simplest and most comforting. There’s the gravy, the cheese curds, and the glorious fries. But does the wonderful poutine have any meat in it ? What’s the gravy made of ? Today we’re taking a look at this simple yet delicious Canadian …
Soups and gravies are two of the best parts of winter. With all the cold weather, they’re a great way to make your house feel cozy and warm. And they’re arguably one of the best things about Thanksgiving. If you’re looking for vegan or dairy-free meals, you’re likely wondering whether gravy is a good choice …
If you’re looking for new kinds of cheeses you’ve likely strayed from the typical cheddar or mozzarella, and wandered into more exotic territory like goat cheese, feta, halloumi and so on. You’ve probably noticed one of the most important factors affecting the cheese: the type of milk used. So this makes goat cheese stand out …