It’s safe to tell that Thanksgiving won’t be the same this year. With the COVID-19 pandemic affecting every aspect of our routines, traditional celebrations are off the table. However, there are still options to enjoy a fun, memorable, and delicious Thanksgiving dinner in 2020. Celebrate Thanksgiving Safely Remember the old saying? Safety comes first. Right…
“Sophistication” is one of the words that come to mind when we talk about French cuisine. However, this doesn’t mean that French dishes can’t be delicious and even fun, just like cordon bleu. What is Cordon Bleu? The classic version of cordon bleu (which means “blue ribbon” in French) consists of chicken breasts that are…
Beef Stroganoff is one of the most popular beef recipes around the world. For a lot of people, this dish is synonymous with international sophistication. But what is the story behind Stroganoff beef? Keep reading and find out. An Aristocratic Family Beef Stroganoff is a Russian dish known since at least the eighteenth century. There’s…
The meat-based Bolognese sauce is a classic so essential to our culinary consciousness that it seems timeless. However, you would be surprised to discover that its origins are not as old as you may think. A Neapolitan Forefather To talk about the origins Bolognese sauce, we must talk first about Neapolitan cuisine. Old cookbooks show…
Miso is a traditional Japanese paste whose main ingredients are grains and soybeans. The Japanese revere this product and use it to enhance the nutritional value and the flavor of a wide array of dishes What Is the Process to Make Miso? Miso is the product of a double fermentation process. First, steamed grains (rice…
Barbecue is one of the most American dishes, up there with apple pie and cheeseburgers. At the same time, few foods have regional variations that inspire such fierce loyalty among locals. No doubt, this dish is an important part of American culture. But who invented barbecue? Taino Origins According to the most accredited versions, barbecue…
Potatoes get a bad rap due to their association with unhealthy snacks. After all, French fries are almost synonymous with junk food. However, this vegetable is much more than an entry on the menu of fast-food restaurants. Some Historical Facts First, a couple of interesting historical facts. Potatoes are native to the Peruvian-Bolivian Andes. The…
Who doesn’t love chicken? No, really: who doesn’t? Most cultures seem to have embraced this bird as an important part of their gastronomic traditions. No matter where you are, you can rest assured that the locals have come up with an unexpectedly delicious way to serve chicken. The numbers support the importance of chicken. Poultry…
Cod is a popular fish found on both sides of the Atlantic ocean. Read on to learn more about this fish famous for its mild flavor and dense, white flesh. Atlantic Cod vs. Pacific Cod When we talk about cod we usually refer to the Atlantic cod (scientific name gadus morhua), a species found throughout…