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What You Should Know About Crepe Machines

For most North American cooks, crepes were the bastion of the French restaurant in town. Now, with better priced and more models to choose from, crepe making is not only fairly easy to do but ...

Video: How to Make a Vanilla Latte at Home

Video Transcript Hi my name is Joey Papa, I'm a coffee consultant. And today we are going to learn how to make a vanilla latte at home. Vanilla lattes are probably one of the most common beverages bought in a coffee shop. Unfortunately they cost about three to five dollars a pop. But...

Becoming A Wine Collector?- A Guide To Getting Started

When starting your wine collection you should consider the following things:1) How much money do you want to invest in collecting wine? 2) How much space do you have for your collection? And where are you going to put it?3) What type of collector do you want to be?

How to Cook Tender Deer Roast

Cooking a deer roast to a moist and tender state requires a combination of a tenderizing agent, such as a marinade, and a moist-heat cooking method, such as braising. Although the spices used in a marinade can vary according to personal tastes, it must contain an acid, such as red wine, to create th

The "Secret Weapon" for Fast Healthy Food

Did you know that if you're eating out at "fast food" places, you could actually be wasting your time and money? This may sound a little strange, but I never (OK, rarely) eat fast food because of one little trick I use to make my own "fast food" that is actually healthier an

How to Convert Canola Oil to Butter

If you are looking for food options with less saturated fats, consider using canola oil. Canola oil is made from the rapeseed plant, and can be used in many cooking and baking applications. The oil cannot be converted directly into butter, but it can be substituted in recipes where butter is called

"Plaatkoekies", A Taste of South Africa

"Paatkoekies" tastes lovely and can be prepared very quickly. There are only a few ingredients that go together perfectly. South Africans have been enjoying this lovely recipe for many, many years.

The Fish We Cook - Herring and Shad

The herring and the shad are found both in the Atlantic and the Pacific. Both are fatty fish and remain moist after cooking.

What Are the Effects of Green Tea?

What are the effects of green tea?It might surprise you.Green tea has numerous healthy benefits.There are few negative effects associated with green tea consumption.One of the effects of green tea that has caused it to become very popular today is its effects for weight loss.

Kona Coffee - The World's Best Coffee Grows In Hawaii

It is now easy to buy Kona coffee online even if you live thousands of miles from Hawaii. This product is treasured by many people all over the world and even the high cost of the coffee can not deter them from buying it online. This coffee has a full and smooth taste. It is grown in Hawaii, but its

How to Pick Nettle Leaves and Make Them Into a Tea

Nettle tea is easy to make at home, all you need is a few nettle leaves and some boiling water. But you can also add other ingredients to create new and different flavours. There are lots of different recipes, in part because different people like to drink their tea in different ways. So it's a

Use a French Press to Make Great Tasting Coffee

When you decide to learn how to make French press coffee, you should ensure that your coffee beans are not grounded out too fine because they will clog up your filter and your French press coffee maker will not work properly. After you have ground the coffee to no more than medium grind, you should

Cooking the Best Meatloaf Recipe

The best meatloaf recipe is the one that is full of flavor and aroma. The meatloaf should be cooked well and served while hot. The best meatloaf can be cooked at home.

What Are Hard Anodized Pots?

Hard-anodized pots are heavy gauge aluminum pans specially manufactured to make them noncorrosive and stick resistant. The pots and pans are more costly than many other cookware materials, but many home cooks, chefs and professional cooks find that their advantages and durability make them a good va

How to Use Chia Gel

Chia gel is a common method of preparing chia seeds for consumption. To make chia gel, the seeds are simply shaken with a quantity of water until they take on a gel-like form. Chia gel provides all the nutrients of regular chia seeds with the added bonus of controlling the level of blood sugars in o

Foods Made With Blackberries

Blackberries are a low fat fruit that contain many healthy vitamins and minerals. They are low in calories and full of fiber, and a source of vitamins C and E. Blackberries are also a natural source of pectin which helps to even out blood sugar. Blackberries can be enjoyed in many ways including as