Watercress
Watercress is a fast-growing perennial vegetable native to Europe and Asia.
It is one of the oldest known left vegetables to be eaten. In Europe and North America , Watercress is a minor vegetable, appearing in salads and sometimes soups and sandwiches. In many of the cuisines of the Pacific Rim, it is Continue reading
A Malaysian Cook’s Staple
Coconut Milk
In another article we’ve discussed some of the nutritional aspects and uses of Coconut Milk. You can buy it canned at Asian stores and Continue reading
Often Overlooked Hormone-Free Source
Roast Duck
Duck appears less often than Chicken and Turkey on North American menus and tends to get overlooked by cooks planning meals. In fact, Duck Continue reading
Old Wives’ Tale or Ancient Wisdom?
A Cure or Just Prevention?
Chicken
For centuries, Chicken Soup has enjoyed a reputation for efficacy in helping prevent or curing upper respiratory infections – in many countries and over a long time span. Is this reputation justified or is it just an Continue reading
Braised Cabbage
An Indian Classic, Purely Vegetarian
Does Cabbage fight cancer? It appears likely. Cabbage contains several compounds shown to help prevent tumors from forming, being specially effective in Continue reading
These Go With Drinks
Another Way to Use Five Spice
These tiny Back Ribs dusted with Five Spice powder are perfect as an accompaniment to drinks. Just another way to use this versatile flavoring, still so little-known outside the Rim. Continue reading
For Table use or Cooking
A Seasoning Powder
Five Spice Salt can be used as a table Salt. It’s one of those modified or enhanced Salts that are sometimes Continue reading
Soba Noodles with Caviar
The Apotheosis of Buckwheat
This dish is smile to make and transforms the humble Buckwheat Noodle, Soba, to an elegant gourmet treat. Salmon Roe, Ikura, is the key. Use the best and freshest caviar available.
Again Buckwheat is a rich source of the Continue reading
Buckwheat Fights Cancer
Helps Regulate Cholesterol
Soba Buckwheat Noodles
Buckwheat is currently not very popular as a human food in North America. But it is a favorite in Japan, where it plays an important role in Japanese Cuisine, especially in the form of Soba Noodles, Continue reading
Ellagic Acid Helps Combat Cancer
Benefits to Kidneys, Urinary Functions
Walnuts can certainly play a role in a healthy diet that helps prevent and even control the condition.
Walnuts are high in Continue reading