Sourdough Simplicity
In my kitchen, Elvira is starting to stretch herself, expand herself, push herself up against the confines of her jar and reach toward the lid settled lightly above her. A few hours ago I took her out...
The West Coast Is Home to America’s Best Farmers Markets
Whether you’re trying to jump start your healthy eating with more fresh produce or simply filling your Sunday itinerary with a local activity, farmers markets can make for a fun outing. This is a grea...
Sake Sushi and Korean BBQ
Everyone knows I'm frugal. It's no secret, then, that I like to take advantage of what I perceive to be a "good deal." Imagine my surprise when I'm informed of this all-you-can-eat Sushi and Korean BB...
The Best Shrimp Recipes
Shrimp is a delicate and delicious type of seafood that you can order and enjoy at a fancy restaurant. This food item may seem tricky and time consuming to prepare on your own. But you can actually ea...
Bohana—Think Popcorn, But Better
A few weeks ago, I brought a few bags of Bohana into the office to share with coworkers. Needless to say, everyone was intrigued by these funny-looking, little, round, puff balls. Popped water lily se...
Winner, Winner Chicken Dinner: 5 Easy Chicken Breast Suggestions
When you’re a novice in the kitchen, the thought of handling and cooking with meat can sometimes feel daunting. By far the easiest to cook is chicken, and the easiest cut to work with is the breast. How do you know if you’re chicken’s done? Well if it’s still pink, then it still needs more work. With a breast you don’t have to worry about boning it out or cutting the fat off. It’s so simple that you can literally bung it in the oven and it’ll work its magic.
Bohana—Think Popcorn, But Better
A few weeks ago, I brought a few bags of Bohana into the office to share with coworkers. Needless to say, everyone was intrigued by these funny-looking, little, round, puff balls. Popped water lily se...
Wave Soda
Wave Soda boasts few ingredients, but the ones they use pack a punch. Before I read more about the flavors and beverage, I expected this one to be more like a natural soda (similar to Hansens), but it...
Foods and Drinks that Came About by Accident
It is amazing how many popular foods and drinks are available for consumption today that were created by accident. Little do most people know that many of those items were not invented by deliberate d...
How to Bake Away the Pain of Being a Bad Person: Brownies
We all have those thoughts that make us feel a little bit guilty. Starting to realise you don't like your children as people? Confused as to why you daydream about tax evasion and why it turns you on?...
Enjoying a Sip from Ugly Mug Coffee
Ugly Mug Coffee is a sustainable company striving to make coffee both convenient and environmentally friendly. Since Keurig flooded the coffee market, countless homes and offices embraced the ease of ...
The Future of Sazon and Adobo Is Loisa
Through all my memories of existing in a Puerto Rican household, there was one constant that was never questioned. It was always there in our pantries, in our foods, in every supermarket we’d set foot...
What's the Difference: Vegetarian, Vegan, Pescatarian, Flexitarian, Fruitarian, and Beegan?
Many people talk so much about what they eat and don't eat that there is a name for what they claim to be. Let's set the record straight, and learn exactly what each one of those eating styles is all ...
10 Ways to Make Eggs into a Meal
When you’re a broke college kid, very few things will be as important (or as much of a diet lifesaver) as having eggs in your fridge. Eggs provide a slew of important nutrients, are low calorie, and a...
10 Healthy Microwave Breakfast Recipes You Need to Try
Fairly recently, my husband got a job at a local bakery. His job requires him to start work at 8 AM, and that sounds pretty fair until you realize what our regular schedule is like. Usually, we like t...
Choosing the Best Foods for Your Lifestyle
Food is something that our bodies need in order to survive and there is no way around it. Sure, you can go for long periods of time without food, but you eventually have to eat in order to live. The c...
How to Pick a Sweet Watermelon
Even though whole watermelons are more plentiful in stores during the summer, slices and chunks of watermelons are found on salad bars in restaurants all year long. You might have seen only round or o...
How to Beat the All-You-Can-Eat Buffet
So the time has come. I've been a self-confessed all-you-can-eat (AYCE) buffet strategist for over a year now, revealing it only at parties (wow, I must be fun at parties, eh?) and social gatherings. ...
Sake Sushi and Korean BBQ
Everyone knows I'm frugal. It's no secret, then, that I like to take advantage of what I perceive to be a "good deal." Imagine my surprise when I'm informed of this all-you-can-eat Sushi and Korean BB...
Part 2: Would You Like A Fight With That?
In the first installment of this two-part article series ("Part 1: Would You Like A Fight With That?"), we examined how threats of violence—and actual violence—at the some 14,000 McDonald's restaurant...
Part 1: Would You Like A Fight With That?
McDonald's is at the forefront of a growing concern over worker—and customer—safety today. Is there a solution, or is it just "the way things are today?"
The Best Shrimp Recipes
Shrimp is a delicate and delicious type of seafood that you can order and enjoy at a fancy restaurant. This food item may seem tricky and time consuming to prepare on your own. But you can actually ea...
Winner, Winner Chicken Dinner: 5 Easy Chicken Breast Suggestions
When you’re a novice in the kitchen, the thought of handling and cooking with meat can sometimes feel daunting. By far the easiest to cook is chicken, and the easiest cut to work with is the breast. How do you know if you’re chicken’s done? Well if it’s still pink, then it still needs more work. With a breast you don’t have to worry about boning it out or cutting the fat off. It’s so simple that you can literally bung it in the oven and it’ll work its magic.
Healthy Drink Ideas Rather than Water
We are all guilty of not drinking enough water from time to time. Even though it is very beneficial for our everyday lives, it seems we get bored with it. If this is the case for you, I have great new...
TJ
How to Shop for the Keto Diet
Today I want to share about the shopping process for those who may wish to start the keto diet on their own. Here are some tips on what to buy in the market and what not to buy. It’s not an exhaustive...
4 Killer Keto Recipes
Unless you have been living underneath of a rock, you have probably at least heard of the Ketogenic Diet. It is a very low-carb, high-fat diet. You are supposed to drastically reduce your carb intake,...
17 Korean Dishes Every Foodie Should Try
There is no better way to immerse yourself in Korean culture than to indulge in their cuisine. Luckily, it’s not difficult to fall in love with Korean food. Most of us have already been swept away by ...
The Best Cities for Foodies
Food is a basic necessity, and since you cannot do without it, you would better have the best of it. Hence, some people will travel the world to sample the best foreign cuisines. Here are the best cit...
A Puerto Rican Food Tour
Puerto Rican food has got to be some of the best I have ever tried in my life. My experience during a food tour in Old San Juan changed my life forever, I swear. Even as an extremely picky eater, I fo...
DIY: Leftover Halloween Chocolate Cookie Bars
Leftover Halloween Candy never looked so delicious!
Snacks for a Weak Wine
Today we are going to tackle a tricky question of snacks for weak wine. Whether you are having a hen party, stag party, or you are a birthday girl or boy, you need a lot of beverages and, of course, s...
Simple Smoothies for First Timers
Here are two of my favorite smoothies that I make almost every day. These recipes are easy and take no time at all. These smoothies are especially amazing if you’re attempting to add a little bit more fruit to your diet, and a fun way to do so. Smoothies are especially wonderful during the summer—give it a try. Enjoy!
Bohana—Think Popcorn, But Better
A few weeks ago, I brought a few bags of Bohana into the office to share with coworkers. Needless to say, everyone was intrigued by these funny-looking, little, round, puff balls. Popped water lily se...
Pussy Natural Energy Drink Review
Let me start by saying that if you’re looking for a bunch of genitalia-related puns please look elsewhere. This is a serious review blog where sexual desires are repressed and beverage-related thirst ...
Best Artificial Sweeteners
There are many artificial sweeteners on the market these days. When low-calorie sweeteners are added to foods and beverages, they provide a taste that is similar to that of real sugar. So, which is th...
Foods and Drinks that Came About by Accident
It is amazing how many popular foods and drinks are available for consumption today that were created by accident. Little do most people know that many of those items were not invented by deliberate d...
Coffee vs. Chocolate
I love coffee almost as much as I love chocolate. Now, I drink about two cups of coffee a day, whereas chocolate is more of holiday thing. I buy chocolate for Valentine's, Easter, Halloween, and Chris...
True Tea Culture
Tea is the most consumed beverage in the world after water. In Britain, it’s a part of our daily lives and has played an essential role in shaping British society as it exists today. That being said, ...
Differences Between Cupcakes and Muffins
Many people like muffins and cupcakes. Some people like cupcakes better than muffins. Some people like muffins better than cupcakes. Then there is another group who says they don't care, as long as th...
Why Does Swiss Cheese Have Holes?
Some people think Swiss cheese is produced only in Switzerland because of its name. In spite of the name, the Swiss cheese that Americans eat is produced primarily in the United States and Canada. Ove...
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Why Spicy Foods Cause Runny Noses
It's really nothing to worry about, and it is not a food allergy, although it seems like one. Find out why this happens and what you can do to stop it.
Certain foods, particularly hot and spicy foods,...
Sourdough Simplicity
In my kitchen, Elvira is starting to stretch herself, expand herself, push herself up against the confines of her jar and reach toward the lid settled lightly above her. A few hours ago I took her out...
The West Coast Is Home to America’s Best Farmers Markets
Whether you’re trying to jump start your healthy eating with more fresh produce or simply filling your Sunday itinerary with a local activity, farmers markets can make for a fun outing. This is a grea...
Albanian Cuisine
The cuisine of Albania, as with most Mediterranean and Balkan nations, has been strongly influenced by its long history. The occupations by Greece, Italy, and the Ottoman Turks have left its mark on A...
7 Benefits of Switching to Organic Food
The question of whether organic food has any merit as a healthier alternative is a controversial one. The reason for this is because it should be healthier in theory, but you should be keenly aware of...
A Few Things I Have Learned Since Marrying a Canadian Vegetable Farmer
... And Why the Need for Food Education Needs to Be Addressed Sooner Rather than Later
Foods Celebrities Refuse to Eat
There are certain foods that people don't like after tasting them. There are some foods people don't like because of the way they look. There are some foods people don't like because of the way they s...
Is Ariana Grande Vegan, and Why Is Her Starbucks Collaboration Causing Soy Much Controversy?
Ariana Grande proudly announced that she'd turned vegan back in November 2013, when she tweeted: "I've eaten organically since I was little, and always kept meat minimal but today marks my first day a...
Top 10 Gordon Ramsay Outbursts
The only things better than his masterful cooking are his devastating insults. Welcome to WatchMojo.com and today we’re counting down our picks for the top 10 Gordon Ramsay outbursts.
For this list, w...
7 Vegan Dishes to Bring to Your Neighborhood Barbecue
Summer is soon approaching, which means it's about that time of year to enjoy backyard barbecues with friends and family. Even if you're the only vegan on the deck, you can still have fun and eat some...
My Journey with a Plant-Based Diet
“I personally chose to go vegan because I educated myself on factory farming and cruelty to animals, and I suddenly realized that what was on my plate were living things, with feelings. And I just cou...
The Side-Benefits of Being Vegan
Choosing to live a vegan lifestyle is not only great for the planet, and those we share it with, it's also a great way to take care of yourself.