It’s easy to see why avocados are becoming increasingly popular. They are fresh, versatile, and simply delicious. But this fruit is more than a fashionable addition to your salad or toast; avocados offer a wide array of health benefits. Keep reading to learn more about them. A Nutrient Powerhouse Avocados have been included in the…
With its citrus undertones, dill can punch up any dish, from soups to sandwiches and salads. Keep reading to learn more about dill, from a basic definition to an easy dill dip recipe anyone can make at home. What Is Dill? Dill is an annual herb that belongs to the parsley family and is often…
Gnocchi is an everyday treat for Italians, but remains one of the lesser-known entries in one of the world’s most popular culinary traditions. In this post, we tell you who first published the recipe for gnocchi, along with other interesting details about this Italian classic. What Is Gnocchi? Gnocchi are small dumplings made with flour…
Fun, healthy, and an infallible conversation-starter, zoodles are a sensation among food lovers everywhere. But can you freeze zoodles? In this post, we answer this question and give you some useful tips about everyone’s favorite alternative to traditional pasta. What Are Zoodles? Although they sound like the culinary version of mad libs (why else would…
Tacos have become synonymous with Mexican cuisine around the world. In this post, we round up four interesting facts about tacos you probably didn’t know. 1. Tacos Began as Low-Class Food While all Mexicans love tacos nowadays, in the 19th century they were considered low-class food. Rich people looked down on tortillas and preferred to…
Who doesn’t love grilled chicken? It’s a delicious dish that’s also fun to prepare and nutritious to boot. Today, we bring you three tips to make the most of this classic that satisfies even the pickiest of eaters. Take the Necessary Precautions Remember that, regardless of the cooking method, handling chicken calls for some special…
If you like to cook, chances are good that you discard the leaves of the cauliflower almost automatically. But can you eat the cauliflower leaves? If so, how to serve them? Keep reading to find out. Can You Eat the Leaves of the Cauliflower? For a lot of people, throwing away the leaves of the…
Eating fresh veggies comes with many nutritional benefits, so if you love asparagus, it makes sense to want to know when is asparagus season. In this post, we talk about the best season for asparagus, plus other interesting facts about these delicious green spears. When I Asparagus in Season? Asparagus is a vegetable prized since…
Bell peppers are a versatile, tasty addition to your diet. If you prefer your bell peppers sweet or if you need to add a sweet touch to your dishes, in today’s blog we explain which bell peppers are the sweetest? Which Bell Peppers Are the Sweetest? Before we delve into the sweetness of the different…
When you think of Mediterranean food, the cuisines of Italy and Greece are some of the first examples that come to mind. But is French Food considered Mediterranean? Keep reading to find out. Is French Food Considered Mediterranean? We all know what Mediterranean food is, or at least everyone has at least a vague idea.…