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Food and Drink » Gourmet | By Mary Anne Durkee @ Sunday, 15th June 2008 @ 11:12 AM

Breakfast is by far the most important meal of my day. It is a very important meal at my place as I personally feel that it is one that sets the mood and decides my energy levels for the day. For many of my dieting friends, the first thing on the list to skip is "breakfast". However, I believe if you skip this first meal of the day then you are going to have to skip a lot of things for the day. You are definitely not going to have the energy to sustain a tight schedule. Skipping b... more...

Food and Drink » Gourmet | By Mary Anne Durkee @ Tuesday, 10th June 2008 @ 12:23 PM

Indian cuisine, like the country India, is a rich blend of tastes and flavors. It is world re-owned for the combination of herbs and spices that provide it the distinct characteristic and the rich taste. The Indian cuisine due to its tastes has now crossed over the physical boundaries and several Indian dishes like the chicken tikka masala are now an accepted part of world cuisine. However, there is much more to the Indian cuisine than the popularly accepted dishes. It is truly a cuisine ... more...

Food and Drink » Gourmet | By Mary Anne Durkee @ Sunday, 1st June 2008 @ 8:18 PM

Chinese cuisine is a rich combination of color, flavors and taste. The popularity of the Chinese cuisine has given it the much deserved global recognition and it has come to be accepted as part of the global cuisine. Chinese cuisine involves the delicate art of cooking using varied techniques and styles to create true works of art. The variety in Chinese cuisine arises from the culinary contribution of the different regions in the country. The style of cooking and presentation varies a ... more...

Food and Drink » Gourmet | By Mary Anne Durkee @ Saturday, 24th May 2008 @ 2:35 PM

Street food is the very best way to glimpse the heart of a culture. You can sit and observe moms, dads, kids, and grandparents all in a "play" of life right in front of you. The smells wafting by of spicy salads, grilling satays, flavourful bowls of steaming noodles, chicken on a barbeque, and skewers of fresh topical fruits and a plethora of sates. It is an assault on the senses! The colours you see, the aromas you smell have you drooling shamelessly, the deafening roar of m... more...

Food and Drink » Gourmet | By Attila Jancsina @ Tuesday, 20th May 2008 @ 12:16 AM

In Washington, D.C., finding the most romantic restaurants is not a problem. Beautiful and elegant setting, sweet, heart-melting music and cuisines that will fire up any heart with burning passion can be found in every corner of the Capitol Hill. Whether looking for love or celebrating a milestone in a relationship, there is a place in Washington that will surely cater to anyone's romantic desires. Accordingly, the following are the most popular romantic spots that can be found in Wa... more...

Food and Drink » Gourmet | By James Redder @ Wednesday, 14th May 2008 @ 12:32 PM

Chocolates have been popular for centuries, and people still love them. Almost everyone loves these delicious candies. Even dieters will sneak a piece or two when they think no one's looking. One popular type of chocolate confection is Belgian chocolate-dipped marshmallows. Chocolate has a long history. It originated as a sacred drink in Meso-America, only affordable by the very rich. Cocoa beans were an important part of the Aztec monetary system. That means that people who ... more...

Food and Drink » Gourmet | By Michael Sheridan @ Friday, 11th April 2008 @ 8:07 PM

Balsamic vinegar is the 'wine' of Modena, Italy. It is rich, thick, expensive and marries up beautifully with food such as steak to produce an unusual finish that greatly enhances the look and flavor of the meat. But be warned. Not all vinegars labeled 'balsamic' are the real thing. In fact, most are decidedly not even though the label may insist they are. There are three things to look for on the label; either this; 'Aceto Balsamico Tradizionale di Modena' o... more...

Food and Drink » Gourmet | By Mary Anne Durkee @ Thursday, 10th April 2008 @ 9:17 AM

Food and drinks have been a world of its own that has provided us with several reasons to celebrate. They offer the perfect answer to pamper the taste buds and make every occasion truly memorable. There are a range of food trends that have been observed over the years and 2008 is no exception. The food trends have been broadly dictated by factors like the changing tastes of people around the world. The new and improved products that make a tempting offer for experimenting and adopting new lifes... more...

Food and Drink » Gourmet | By Lee Rowley @ Thursday, 3rd April 2008 @ 2:13 AM

Vegetarian sushi? Many people are perplexed by this idea. After all, most Westerners think that sushi means "raw fish" (confusing it with sashimi), so it's little surprise that vegetarian sushi seems like an anomaly. But vegetarian sushi is not only possible, it's downright delicious! With a little creativity (and a little help from The Veggie Guy), you can create all sorts of variations of vegetarian sushi that will satisfy your palette and impress your friends. more...

Food and Drink » Gourmet | By Gaizka Pujana @ Wednesday, 26th March 2008 @ 2:47 AM

Coffee transcends all cultures and creeds and is today arguably the most consumed drink in the world. For such a plain and simple plant, it is odd to think that it has had such an impact on our daily lives. The coffee bean is what is contained inside the coffee berry. The two most common coffee plants are the Coffea canephora and Coffea arrabica. Coffee is grown in three main agricultural areas South America, South East Asia and Africa. Although the coffee plant is very robust and can be ... more...

Food and Drink » Gourmet | By Tim Ebl @ Friday, 7th March 2008 @ 3:08 AM

To press or not to press, that is the question! Garlic is undoubtedly high on the list of seasonings for many chefs and food lovers. It is found in foods worldwide, from main courses to side dishes. Honey garlic ribs, garlic mashed potatoes, garlic bread, and the list goes on. Have I whetted your appetite? But what is the best method for you to prepare this pungent herb? This question has been a hot topic among food preparers for years. Some feel that the garlic press is a wonderful kitch... more...

Food and Drink » Gourmet | By Joe Steven @ Tuesday, 4th March 2008 @ 6:40 PM

Before you go out and purchase a gourmet gift basket for someone, it is important to take a number of things into consideration. The very first thing you will need to consider is the person you're giving it to. Knowing their likes and dislikes will make it easier for you to design the perfect gift basket for them. Is there a type of wine they like? Do they like cheddar cheese, or swiss cheese? If you're looking to by a basket that is pre-packaged, but it has things in it that the recip... more...

Food and Drink » Gourmet | By Christopher Smith @ Tuesday, 29th January 2008 @ 9:35 AM

The New England clambake is a great method of cooking foods, fresh seafood such as lobster, mussels, crabs, clams, and quahogs. The seafood is often supplemented by sausages, potatoes, onions, carrots, corn-on-the-cob, etc. A New England Clambake is usually held on festive occasions along the coast of New England. The classic recipe for a New England Clambake starts with gathering seaweed along the shore; it's a vital ingredient for helping to prepare the food. You will need a contai... more...

Food and Drink » Gourmet | By Christa Kowalczyk @ Monday, 31st December 2007 @ 4:15 PM

Most of the connoisseurs of good taste will readily agree the significance of the gourmet food. While the mention of it is quite confusing for some of us, we will try and explain the details in a simplified manner so that it develops a good understanding of this tasty topic. A Gourmet is someone who has expert knowledge and enjoyment of food and drink. It follows therefore, that it relates to the preparation of high quality food that is at once sophisticated, luxurious, rare and carefully... more...

Food and Drink » Gourmet | By Arnold Hexden @ Tuesday, 11th December 2007 @ 11:13 PM

An Aga Cooker is an amazing cooker at the best of times, however when Christmas comes around it really comes into it's own. Just imagine; it's Christmas Eve and you have made your list of Christmas food, possibly prepared vegetables and got all the pans ready for the Christmas day cooking marathon to come. If you were to use a normal cooker or even a range cooker the chances are that you will have to slave over it for most of Christmas morning, however, if you were to be lucky ... more...

Food and Drink » Gourmet | By Jerry Johnson @ Thursday, 6th December 2007 @ 6:23 PM

Attention all chocolate lovers! Are you ready to truly enjoy your chocolate even more than ever? First the disturbing news about chocolate before we get to the good part. Everyone is aware of the overuse of pesticides. As a chocoholic, are you aware that the use of pesticides on usual cocoa is second only to the amount used on traditionally grown cotton? Just think as you put that piece of chocolate in your mouth, you can almost taste the organophosphate pesticides. So what is a choco... more...

Food and Drink » Gourmet | By Jimmy Cox @ Sunday, 25th November 2007 @ 11:15 AM

Most good soups require a very long time to prepare. There are, however, a number of things one can do to already prepared soups to make them much better, and there are several ways of combining two or more commercial soups which will make the final product a thing of beauty and, if not a joy forever, at least a joy every time you taste it. Cheese Soup - Serves 6 This is a rich, thick, full-bodied soup, ideal for luncheon on cold days, or for supper following an afternoon's sk... more...

Food and Drink » Gourmet | By Jim Brown @ Friday, 23rd November 2007 @ 9:04 PM

Nothing is more fabulous than enjoying a steak dinner with your family or loved ones. The finest California red wine, sauteed vegetables and mushrooms, baked potatoes and a delightful piece of smoldering finely aged steak served on your table would surely make your mouths water. Consider buying these lucrative pieces online. You no longer have to wait in line at grocery shops to have your order. Now you only have to browse on the Internet and voila! Find your masterpieces online. Shopping... more...

Food and Drink » Gourmet | By Abhishek Agarwal @ Wednesday, 21st November 2007 @ 9:09 PM

Gourmet cooking schools are the high class educational centers focusing on imparting in-depth knowledge of not just history of the cooking techniques, but gives cultural and regional preferences and specialty learning info to all students besides ensuring that there is adequate personal interaction between teachers and taught. The highly qualified chefs and master-chefs, with a dedication to creating fine dining experiences the basis of all knowledge imparted to students enrolled herein, besides... more...

Food and Drink » Gourmet | By Patrick Tang @ Monday, 19th November 2007 @ 2:22 PM

Honey is made in one of the world's most efficient factories - the beehive, by some of the most efficient workers - bees. The colour and flavour of honey differs depending on the bees' sources of nectar. There are 22 common floral varieties of honey. Typically, lighter honeys have milder flavours than the darker honeys. Fructose, glucose and water are the primary components of honey, although they also contain other sugars, trace enzymes, minerals, vitamins and amino acids. It is made ... more...