Category Archives: Food and Drink



Relationship between Zen and Tea - Tying Art and Ceremony

Posted by Tad Kumagai  •  Dec 24th, 2011  • 

The article describes how Zen Buddhist principles such as harmony and tranquility are visually represented at the Japanese tea ceremony.

An Introduction to Spanish Food and Cooking

Posted by Bill Oliveira  •  Dec 21st, 2011  • 

This informative articles explains the common ingredients and cooking techniques used in preparing Spanish cuisine.

Find Out About the Unique Hog Roast Catering Service

Posted by Lawrence White  •  Dec 14th, 2011  • 

What makes a barbecue fun? For one thing, it is a party that is held outdoors, allowing for plenty of space and fresh air. For another, it is the sight of the food being cooked over an open fire, right in front of you. The aroma tickles your nostrils, and you just cannot wait to sample the cooked meat!

Best Gift Ideas Of The Year

Posted by Shane Thomas  •  Dec 10th, 2011  • 

Whether it is your friend's birthday or someone's wedding anniversary, buying a gift is not always affordable. But there are few things which we can do to save cash while buying gifts. Let us have a look at this article to learn more.

5 Truly Time-Saving Kitchen Tools

Posted by Jeff Schweppe  •  Dec 10th, 2011  • 

Between cleaning and storing, often kitchen tools that claim to be time-saving are more trouble than their worth. In this article, the author describes 5 tools that make the grade.

The Benefits That Airtight Jars Bring To Your Kitchen

Posted by Charlotte Lawrence  •  Dec 6th, 2011  • 

For people who are into cooking, there is a deal of importance around means of effective storage, for example airtight jars. These airtight jars are as important as all the other equipment and materials deemed necessary in food making and preparation.

Quality Graters for the New Mover or Old Kitchen Pro

Posted by Lawrence White  •  Dec 2nd, 2011  • 

If you are like most cooks, you have probably gotten injured while using an old fashioned kitchen grater at one time or another. Somehow it seems that we always manage to take the skin off of the backs of our knuckles when grating something, no matter how careful we are.

Spanish Traditions in Cooking

Posted by Bill Oliveira  •  Nov 29th, 2011  • 

This informative article explores the many traditions associated with Spanish cuisine.

Picnic Ideas For The Work At Home Moms

Posted by Mathieu Courchesne  •  Nov 28th, 2011  • 

Here are picnic tips for work at home moms to help them simplify the picnic prep process and suggestions on shopping and food.

Simple Tips for Selecting a Food Processor

Posted by Steve Albright  •  Nov 25th, 2011  • 

Simple tips for purchasing the right food processor and general information on how to make the most out of your new kitchen appliance.

Celebrating National Ice Cream Sundae Day

Posted by Stephen Kelly  •  Nov 25th, 2011  • 

The third Sunday in July is Ice Cream Sundae Day. The perfect time of year to splurge on excessive calories with something sweet and cold! Celebrating this holiday is easy.

Really Easy (And Cheap!) Picnic Foods

Posted by John Moxly  •  Nov 20th, 2011  • 

Don't make your picnic harder when it comes to picnic foods, just make it a bit more luxurious.

Appreciating The Bread Bin

Posted by Charlotte Lawrence  •  Nov 15th, 2011  • 

No one really likes wasting things, so it is no surprise that there are many things designed to keep things fresh when it comes to food. A bread bin can keep your bread soft and fresh for a long time at room temperature so that you do not have to keep making trips to the store to buy more.

A Unique Twist on Your BBQ Catering

Posted by Lawrence White  •  Nov 13th, 2011  • 

Nothing beats the aroma of cooking on a BBQ grill. Enjoying the summer outdoors, your friends and good food is the best way to have a party. There are many considerations when you are planning your BBQ catering event. Are you using a gas or charcoal grill? What is your choice of food and how much preparation time is required?

Easy Picnic Food On The Go

Posted by John Moxly  •  Nov 13th, 2011  • 

Making picnic food doesn't have to be tough. In fact, you don't have to make it at all. Here are a few picnic food items you can pick up on the go.

Japanese Green Teas - How Many Kinds of Japanese Green Tea Exist?

Posted by Tad Kumagai  •  Nov 12th, 2011  • 

The article describes the popular Japanese green teas such as kukicha, gyokuro, sencha, and matcha.

Digestive Health - Tea and Digestive Health Benefits

Posted by Tad Kumagai  •  Nov 5th, 2011  • 

Tea has proven to be beneficial to digestion of a human body such as relieving of stomach cramps and keeping toxins moving out of the body.

Picnic Guide To Low Fat Grilling

Posted by Mathieu Courchesne  •  Nov 4th, 2011  • 

How do you ensure that you prepare tasty low fat cookouts for your picnic without compromising on flavor? find out how to do that below.

Afternoon Tea On Mothers Day

Posted by Lawrence White  •  Nov 1st, 2011  • 

This mothers day treat your mum and the guest of her choice, to an afternoon spent enjoying the grandeur of taking traditional English tea at Fortnum and Masons or Grosvenor House in London after visiting the magnificent Kensington Palace.

Japanese Tea - How Does a Tea Help Improve Your Metabolism?

Posted by Tad Kumagai  •  Oct 31st, 2011  • 

The article describes why green teas have helped Japanese people stay fit and thin.

Learn to Cook in Koh Samui

Posted by Simon Coleman  •  Oct 27th, 2011  • 

Learning to cook is a skill we should all have, making tasty dishes for loved ones and friends is pleasing for everyone and an envied talent. Thai cooking is a form of art and the best place to learn how to cook the spicy and delicious cuisine is in Koh Samui, a beautiful tropical island in Thailand.

A Cheap, Easy, and Unusual Place to Buy Some Grocery & Produce Staples

Posted by John Szymanski  •  Oct 23rd, 2011  • 

Discover an uncommon, yet highly convenient, place to buy certain grocery staples for much less than you'd pay in a grocery store!

Fun Ideas to Celebrate Summer

Posted by Stephen Kelly  •  Oct 14th, 2011  • 

We all want to feel like summer wasn't a complete bust, but we are also all worried about budget and spending frivolously. A great way to cool off and enjoy yourself without breaking the bank is to celebrate with ice cream.

Matching the Cookware to the Task

Posted by Jeff Schweppe  •  Oct 11th, 2011  • 

In every activity, if you're using the right tool for the task---you're off to an excellent start. This is especially true when it comes to cooking.

The Fun Of Having A Bread Maker

Posted by Charlotte Lawrence  •  Oct 9th, 2011  • 

Have you ever walked into a home and noticed the heavenly smell of homemade bread baking in the oven? There is nothing that smells any better. Many people have become far too busy to make bread, and as a result, bread making was fast becoming an art of the past. That is, until the electric bread maker came on the scene. Now you can enjoy the smell of fresh bread baking even when you're busy.

Why Drinking Herbal Tea is Healthier than Coffee, Sports Drinks or Energy Drinks?

Posted by Tad Kumagai  •  Oct 7th, 2011  • 

Because natural herbal tea does not contain sugar, that itself makes a major difference from sports drinks and energy drinks in terms of the effect on your health. Some of herbal teas have strong health benefits such as lowering of your cholesterol levels.

Health Benefits of Garlic

Posted by Bill Oliveira  •  Oct 7th, 2011  • 

This informative article outlines the many health benefits of garlic, a common ingredient in Spanish cuisine.

Catering Healthy Food for your Wedding Reception

Posted by Bill Oliveira  •  Oct 5th, 2011  • 

This informative article explains why Spanish food is a wise, healthy choice for catering a wedding reception.

Apple Crisp: Secret History of an American Classic

Posted by Lilly Kannon  •  May 25th, 2011  • 

What is apple crisp? Thinking of trying this fantastic desert? Read on!

Apple Crisp: Secret History of an American Classic

Posted by Lilly Kannon  •  May 25th, 2011  • 

What is apple crisp? Thinking of trying this fantastic desert? Read on!

Apple Crisp: Secret History of an American Classic

Posted by Lilly Kannon  •  May 25th, 2011  • 

What is apple crisp? Thinking of trying this fantastic desert? Read on!

Delicious Camping Snack Ideas

Posted by John Moxly  •  May 24th, 2011  • 

When going on a camping trip, food is one of the most important things you need to take along. But, since camping takes extra energy, it's also crucial to take snacks to eat between meals. Here is a list of easy and delicious snacks suitable for taking on camping trips.

How to Avoid Holiday Weight Gain - Tips and Strategies

Posted by Tad Kumagai  •  May 24th, 2011  • 

Holiday meals like eggnog are usually in high calories and fats. The article gives you some tips on how to cut down the amount you eat during a holiday season.

How to Find Good Apple Crisp Recipes

Posted by Lilly Kannon  •  May 19th, 2011  • 

Learn the easiest way to find great apple crisp recipes.

Tuna Recipes From Around the World

Posted by Lawrence White  •  May 19th, 2011  • 

Tuna thrives in many oceans throughout the world. As such it has been included in the diet of people in many different countries, each having their own ways and methods of preparing and cooking tuna.

The Health Benefits of Shellfish

Posted by Bill Oliveira  •  May 3rd, 2011  • 

This article outlines the many health benefits of eating shellfish, a common ingredient in Spanish dishes.

Enjoy Hands - on All Aspects Of Italian Cooking in Italian Cooking Courses

Posted by Velma Merrick  •  Apr 23rd, 2011  • 

Cooking can be quite a complicated task. Not all of us are gifted with the art of cooking dishes to perfection without staring at a recipe book or attending a cooking class. There are many different cooking courses available today that will help you improve your cooking.

Delicious And Easy To Prepare Tuna Recipes

Posted by Lawrence White  •  Apr 23rd, 2011  • 

Tuna fish are a nutrient rich source of food. They are packed full of high quality protein and are rich in minerals such as selenium, magnesium and potassium.

Ice Cream - Frozen in Time

Posted by Irsan Komarga  •  Apr 22nd, 2011  • 

Italy is proud to be the home of ice cream. Is it really so? History is full of legends, and also issues of definition - when does a frozen ice mixture turn into "real" ice cream?

Why Is Herbal Detox Better than Other Ways of Cleansing Your Body? - Herbs Are Nature's Detoxifiers

Posted by Tad Kumagai  •  Apr 22nd, 2011  • 

One of the reasons why herbal detoxification is considered a better detox is the ability to cleanse multiple organs at once. The article explains other benefits of herbal detox as well.

Health Benefits of Olive Oil

Posted by Bill Oliveira  •  Apr 20th, 2011  • 

This informative article explains the many health benefits of olive oil, a common ingredient in Spanish cuisine.

How To Find Tasty Tuna Recipes

Posted by Lawrence White  •  Apr 18th, 2011  • 

Nutritionists and dieticians recommend that fish is eaten twice weekly for people to maintain a varied and healthy diet.