Green Leaf Tea
By Dover Read
What is green tea?
All tea plants belong to the same species-Camellia sinensis, a perennial evergreen shrub. Due to the varied conditions under which tea plants are grown (different altitudes, climate, soils) this produces a wide range of distinctive leaves and flavors. The way the leaves are processed also produce different types […]
Green Leaf Tea
Thai Cookery In A Nutshell
Thai Cookery In A Nutshell
By Liz Canham
Thai food has been influenced over time by its Chinese, Malaysian and Indian neighbors and has evolved into a very distinctive style of its own.
The contrasting flavors of hot, sweet, salty and sour and the unusual combinations of fruit, chicken, meat and fish or seafood make this a truly […]
July 20th, 2008 by admin
Italian Bakery
Italian Bakery
By Eddie Tobey
Bakeries are found aplenty around the world. The items that are typically found in bakeries are cakes, puffs, biscuits, cookies and other snacks. However, the Italian bakery is one kind of a bakery that produces different goodies in addition to the staples.
The Cannoli can be called the signature item of Italian bakeries, with a fried wine dough shell that is stuffed with a sweet ricotta filling and f [...] read the rest of this entry
July 19th, 2008 by admin
Must Know Tips for Preparing a Fish Recipe
Must Know Tips for Preparing a Fish Recipe
By Mary Ly
Fish is nutritious and easy to cook. Chinese, especially, must have a fish dish during special occasion meals, such as reunion dinner during the Chinese New Year. Fish, in Chinese is pronounced as "Yu", which means "abundance". Well, eventhough preparing a fish dish is simple, you have to know the methods of preparing the freshest dish possible.
First of all, knowing how to choo [...] read the rest of this entry
July 18th, 2008 by admin
The Benefits of Fresh Noni Fruit
The Benefits of Fresh Noni Fruit
By Steve Valentino
In Polynesia, ripe noni fruit is contained, so that it decomposes and ferments. The amber juice that forms on top of the fermented fruit is consumed daily as a general preventative medicine.
But in contemporary Western civilizations, fresh noni fruit is hard to come by. You could try to buy fresh noni fruit directly from a manufacturer of noni fruit products, but it would be [...] read the rest of this entry
July 17th, 2008 by admin
Blending Tips and Tricks For Maintaining an Effective Smoothie Diet
Blending Tips and Tricks For Maintaining an Effective Smoothie Diet
By Nick Delgado PhD.
Choosing the best blender for your budget
Again, when making a whole food Health Smoothie, DO NOT use a juicer, use a BLENDER! The best blender to use for a whole food Smoothie is a Vitamix, Bosch or K-tech. They are high-quality blenders and they come with a large container that can hold up to 60 ounces. They have a strong motor [...] read the rest of this entry
July 16th, 2008 by admin
Food - Fruit
Food - Fruit
By Michael Russell
Unless you re living in a warm climate it s really hard to get good fruit all year round. If you re out in the frost district you pretty much have to depend in imports and by the time it gets to you you re pretty much eating stuff that you wouldn t give to your worst enemy. That s why people who can get really good fruit should be very thankful for it, not only because of how good it tastes but b [...] read the rest of this entry
July 15th, 2008 by admin
Automatic Espresso Machine
Automatic Espresso Machine
By Magne Bjorklund
Automatic espresso machines are available for either home or commercial use. If you are considering using an espresso machine that is not automated or that is not going to make that drink for you, you could be in the kitchen, making drinks while your guests are getting a little bored. An automatic espresso machine is one that will cost anywhere from $400 and up, but it is well worth t [...] read the rest of this entry