Over many years I’ve read and heard about chains which standardize their processes to have consistent service for their customers. I got a first hand experience of it when I got invited at Nando’s Whitefield outlet for Ex-PERi-encing the Espetada Carnival! in Bangalore. Having tried Nando’s in other countries I could actually see how similar...Read More »
The banquet chef or garde manger can take advantage of many opportunities to enhance the foods’ presentation and, at the same time, enhance the guests’ experience. Food presentation is the banquet chef’s chance to emphasis the theme and showcase the talents of the garde manger staff.
Cheesemongers are like sommeliers. A good one knows how to select the right cheese for the food or spirit. In this post we get into the mind of a cheesemonger.
Molecular gastronomy is defined as the study and application of chemistry, physics, and other scientific principles on cooking. As part of a sub-discipline of food science that is characterized by avant-garde cooking techniques, molecular gastronomists study the chemical-physical processes that take place when you cook food. Some innovations that the movement has birthed include blood orange foam, transparent ravioli, cocktail ice spheres, hot ice cream, soy sauce crystals, and fried mayonnaise. Restaurants around the country have adopted the trend to transform flavors and presentations. Read on to learn the origins and concepts of this culinary craze.
Reese's Peanut Butter Cheesecake Recipe w Oreo crust - a creamy, dreamy, decadent cheesecake recipe perfect for a celebratory occasion! Worth every calorie.
I’m currently on a little summer getaway with my family in Europe. I am so lucky to be spending time in this lovely part of our world, with some of my favourite people in the world, whilst eating some of my favourite food in this world.. lucky lucky lucky Bec.
After several years in the big city, I moved to a cabin in the woods of Northern California. Inspired by local ingredients I create simple, beautiful, healthy recipes anyone can make. Follow me on...
Reduce your wrinkles naturally!!! Virgin Coconut oil is amazing for rebuilding skin tissue when used both topically and internally regularly.  It helps considerably for the reduction of wrinkles an...
Hardly anything fills me more with wonder than witnessing our pomegranate trees change out of winter’s monastic habit into summer’s flamboyant Versace. The metamorphosis is fast and its dramatic. W...
The sweat slowly starts to trickle down my back as we stand in line at the Orangery restaurant in Kensington Gardens. It’s one of those late summer hot days and the waiting line for the restaurant is in the middle of the terrace, in the scorching sun… I feel the sweat starting to go down...Read More »
Here's all you need to do to freeze chives: 1. Wash the chives and dry them. I find it easiest to wrap them in a clean dishtowel, and gently pat them dry.
Getting Started  So, you want to start a blog. What do you do first, you are asking yourself. Well, the first thing you want to do is decide what kind of blog do you want. Now if your answer is “To...
I first have to apologize for the crappy phone pictures (now replaced!!). It’s the only way I can post here as they have never heard of internet cafe’s in this area, so I have to do with my phone. And frankly; that means I am now writing a post to you overlooking a gorgeous ricefield...Read More »
I’m sure we all have similar experiences where you meet with a group of strangers and in the beginning you’re thinking; who are these people and they really do not seem to be nice… Then after a couple of days, you realize that they are not as bad as you thought they were and then...Read More »
Last week I went on a guided mushroom hunt with my nearest and dearest. Three hours of wandering the woods, peering at the leafy floor, in search of an edible bounty. I think this may be the most fun you can have with your clothes on. And what a bounty we found! A stunning array of colours, textures and species.
Island Menu is a food and photography blog written by two friends with a strong focus on the use of wonderful fresh Tasmanian produce available. We don’t claim to be the greatest cooks in the world – far from it – we just love creating recipes and taking photos.
4 Easy Steps to Planning An Organic Garden. Want to plan an all natural non-gmo, and organic garden? Check out 4 ways you can get the ball rolling this year!
My little family loves San Francisco, especially our youngest E. It doesn't matter how many times we drive over the bridges, I still catch myself lost in the majesty of San Francisco nestled against the water, islands, sailboats, and sunshine of the bay. Every day in the city is a unique experience, which is why our love grows for this city each time we visit.
Whenever I think of the perfect snack I ultimately think of tomatoes. I could literally eat these all day every day and be completely satisfied. Throw them together with some chickpeas and basil and I’ve pretty much died and gone to heaven.Yeah seriously.This is a great healthy salad that is easy to throw together for picnics, gatherings or just when you feel like stuffing your face with tomatoes. You could even make these into fun little skewers and serve them up that way, just drizzle the mixture over top and they’d be oh so pretty!
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