In case you haven’t noticed, mortar and pestle sets are a huge trend among celebrity chefs on television and the internet. But what’s the big fuss about them? And why sweat over a rock bowl like a caveman while you can cram all the ingredients…
Mason jars are amazingly well suited for many jobs, both in and outside the kitchen. They are durable, sealable, non-toxic, aesthetically pleasing, and dishwasher and microwave safe. And if you frequently buy foods like sauces and pickles, you’ll essentially get them for free. Until recently,…
You may have heard that steaming your veggies instead of pan cooking them is much healthier, so you’re trying to make steaming a part of your cooking routine. If that’s the case, we’ve got you covered! We’ll tell you everything you need to know to…
Spices enhance the flavor and add color to our dishes, providing a rich culinary experience. In other words, they excite our taste buds! Spices are plant parts that are potent in phytochemicals. Depending on the plant, these phytochemicals have antibacterial, antifungal, anti-inflammatory, anti-flatulent, and carminative…
Mortar and Pestle vs. Spice Grinder: Using freshly ground spices is a trick to elevate your dishes instantly. Here we compare the most used equipment for the best results. We In the middle ages, black pepper was known as black gold. It was so valuable…
Mortar and pestle sets have been used all around the world for thousands of years for culinary and pharmaceutical purposes. And while we no longer need them to make medical remedies, they remain a must-have for all modern kitchens. There’s a reason why many chefs…
Perfect pan-seared fish should have moist and tender flesh, crisp skin, and fully-rendered fat. It sounds tricky — and it is without the right tips and tricks — but you can master the art of cooking fish in the pan once you know your way…
What a measuring cup does is pretty straightforward. It measures the volume of different types of ingredients, such as water, oil, milk, sugar, flour, or rice. Knowing the exact ratio of the ingredients in your recipe gives you some flexibility. It allows you to understand…
Lighting up your kitchen the right way is an important step that many people mistakenly overlook. Cleverly placed lighting adds another dimension to your space and brings the room to life. In the kitchen, you need proper lighting both to direct attention to the most…
The holiday season is a great opportunity to show our loved ones how much we appreciate them. If you’re lucky enough to have a cooking enthusiast in your close circle – especially if that precious someone is in charge of the Christmas dinner table –…
Although hand mixers and immersion blenders are sometimes used interchangeably for certain tasks, they were actually designed for different purposes. A hand mixer is the kitchen tool you reach for to whip eggs or cream, mix cookie dough and cake batter, or make condiments like…
With its well-known dishes emulsified in fresh tomato, basil, mozzarella, parmesan, or fresh salads with balsamic vinegar, Italian cuisine is inviting for both gourmets and cooks around the world. The good news is, you don’t have to be a master chef to prepare Italian food…
