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Saturday, March 16, 2024
World Cuisine : Focus on Food Contributions of the Irish
Timeline of the Irish Potato Famine 1845-1851
Some may say there's plenty of meat and potatoes when it comes to Irish food. But that was not always so. 7 years of famine? Sounds biblical, doesn't it?Timeline of the Irish Potato Famine 1845-1851
March 24th 1847: British people, led by Queen Victoria, held a National Day of Atonement, fasting and doing penance, for the Irish famine.[16] April 1847: A report, to the Central Board of Health from Killarney, showed that people were literally dropping dead in the street.
How to Make Irish Stew
How to Make Irish Stew
Irish Stew is the kind of food that is great on a cold winters night, but is simply perfect on any occasion. The aroma combined with the flavor make it one of my favorite meals. I currently have about five, but the addition of the barley in this recipe add a lot of texture and flavor to the stew.
Why Do We Eat Corned Beef and Cabbage on St Patrick's Day?
The complete question is: Why Do We Eat Corned Beef and Cabbage on St Patrick's Day When Corned Beef and Cabbage is Not Irish Food?Why Do We Eat Corned Beef and Cabbage on St Patrick's Day?
by JoHarrington I'll admit that I was somewhat taken aback. I'd just finished telling an American friend that her country is responsible for St Patrick popularly wearing green (traditionally he wore blue), and for linking shamrocks with the Irish.
The Best Irish-Inspired Recipes
The Best Irish-Inspired Recipes
Yes, there's plenty of meat and potatoes when it comes to Irish food, but there's a lot more too, and it's all delicious.
Is Traditional Irish Food in America Accurate? | PBS Food
Is Traditional Irish Food in America Accurate? | PBS Food
by Allison Gray If an Irishman came to America on St. Patrick's Day, he might be a little bit shocked by the leprechaun outfits, green beer guzzlers, and yes, even the corned beef and cabbage. To be Irish in America is no rare thing-about 34.5 million people in the United States claim Irish heritage according to the 2011 U.S.
Irish American Mom's Top Ten Recipes
Irish American Mom's Top Ten Recipes
With St. Patrick's Day just around the corner, I thought why not review my recipes to see which ones are most popular with readers. And so I've come up with my Top Ten Recipes of all time. Believe it or not, all of the most viewed recipes on my site are Irish recipes.
Friday, December 1, 2023
Food Blurb: Basil, the Sacred Herb
Basil has a revered status in various cultures, and some refer to it as “the sacred herb”. It serves as a symbol of spirituality, protection, and even divinity. References to basil's sacred nature are found in religious texts, historical manuscripts, and cultural literature.
For example:
In Hinduism, basil is considered sacred to the god Vishnu.
In Greek Orthodox Christianity, basil is used to prepare holy water during the Feast of the Epiphany, symbolizing the blessing of the waters.
In medieval European folklore and superstitions, basil was believed to ward off evil spirits and bring good luck.
In traditional medicine, basil is praised for its potential health benefits. It is rich in essential oils, vitamins, and antioxidants, and has anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties. People who prefer holistic herbal remedies use basil to treat address ailments such as, digestive issues and respiratory conditions,
Last, but not least, basil is a culinary delight. Its leaves are very aromatic leaves and the herb has a distinctive flavor. Basil's popularity extends to many countries and culinary traditions:
Italy and Greece: Basil is a fundamental herb in the Mediterranean diet. It is a key ingredient in Italian cuisine, and complements the Mediterranean flavors commonly found in Greek food.
India: Basil, known as tulsi in Hindi, is used in Indian cuisine, as well as, religious rituals and Ayurvedic medicine.
Thailand and Vietnam: Thai cuisine incorporates basil in dishes such as Thai basil chicken (Pad Krapow Gai) and green curry. The herb is also common in Vietnamese cuisine, and featured in dishes like pho (Vietnamese noodle soup).
That short list includes just a few examples. But is it any wonder that basil is found in spice cabinets and herb gardens all over the world?
Just a few quick notes about the mythology behind the wonderful herb basil.
~ Hindus regard basil as a sacred plant. Historians say basil originated in India and was brought to the West.
~ Ancient Egyptians, Greeks, and Romans were aware of this plant's medicinal qualities and as a flavoring for food.
~ Pliny, a famous Roman citizen, friend to the emperor, a writer, philosopher, and a naturalist, was convinced that basil was a powerful aphrodisiac. Consequently, basil became a symbol for love and lovers.
~ In the Middles Ages, in Europe, basil was used for exorcism, to drive out devils. But the Italians eventually figured out it made a great pesto!
~ Napoleon Bonaparte believed the scent of basil made him smarter, so he would sniff it before preparing plans for battle. Interesting huh?
REF: Sacred Plant of Eternal Love and Healing: The Mythology and Magic of Basil | Ancient Origins ~ www.ancient-origins.net/history-ancient-traditions/sacred-plant-eternal-love-and-healing-mythology-and-magic-basil-009395
Thursday, November 30, 2023
Which Clam Chowder is on Your Menu?
Do you like clam chowder? New York OR New England? Manhattan or Boston? Red OR White?
I prefer the white or New England clam chowder. But I'll eat either one that's served to me.
New York vs. New England: Who has the better clam chowder?
Quick Manhattan Clam Chowder Recipe | Allrecipes
~ https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/256170/quick-manhattan-clam-chowder/
New England Clam Chowder - Spend With Pennies
~ https://www.spendwithpennies.com/new-england-clam-chowder/
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NOTES:
Sometimes people call New England clam chowder Boston clam chowder. So if you hear somebody say Boston clam chowder, it's just New England clam chowder by a different name. But I've never called it Boston chowder. Also, I have never called Manhattan clam chowder, New York chowder. Come to find out there is a Long Island clam chowder which combines "two types of clam chowder: New England and Manhattan" and results in a "creamy, tomato-based clam chowder".
Some recipes don't add corn. But I add corn to mine. I thought I was being clever. Plus I knew my kids liked corn. However, a little food history research revealed that earlier chowder recipes also added corn.
If you don't have clams, you can make it vegetarian (and then you'll really appreciate the addition of corn to the recipe).
- "Chowder is a type of soup or stew often prepared with milk or cream and thickened with broken crackers, crushed ship biscuit, or a roux. Variations of chowder can be seafood or vegetable." (Wikipedia)
- "The word chowder is a corruption of the French chaudiรจre (“cauldron”), and chowder may have originated among Breton fishermen who brought the custom to Newfoundland, whence it spread to Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and New England." (Brittanica)
- " ... a soup is usually made with stock or broth and can have vegetables, meat or fish as ingredients and is generally not very thick. A chowder may have the same ingredients, but is more chunky, creamy and thick, much like a stew." (Soup vs Chowder)
Which clam chowder is on your menu?
Wednesday, November 1, 2023
World Cuisine : Potatoes or Rice? Rice! It Has Jewels!!
Persian Jeweled Rice is a spectacular rice pilaf topped with colorful gem-like fruits and nuts ~ this popular wedding dish is a celebration in itself!
More rice dishes you'll love just as much!
This rice dish has cranberries is a perfect American Thanksgiving side dish. Don't you think so?
PERSIAN CRANBERRY RICE PILAF | littlespicejar.com
Rosh Hashanah Sweet Basmati Rice with Carrots & Raisins | mayihavethatrecipe.com
Your Kids Are Going To LOVE These 4 Fried Rice Ideas | buzzfeed.com
Tuesday, October 24, 2023
Food Blog Spotlight : A Fall Neapolitan Style Dinner | jovinacooksitalian (Reblog)
This one that is being shared as a reblog is perfect because it's for the fall season and it's about Italy, one of those places on my bucket list of "Places to Visit". Will likely never realize that dream but dreaming about it is a wonderful thing.
The post begins by giving the reader a quick history of Neopolitan cuisine. Neopolitan is a cuisine? Only ever knew it to be a flavor for ice-cream! In 3 short paragraphs, she took me from ancient Greece and Rome to modern-day Italy and the United States. Then she set forth an entire Neopolitan dinner, recipes and all, from the first course to the dessert. Of course, I skipped the courses and went straight to the dessert. But that's just me! :)
This blog post is dated 2013. Liked it then. Like it now! The image from her post is an Italian Apple cake. Isn't it gorgeous?!!
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Tuesday, September 19, 2023
One Famous Indonesian Food Item Is Not Historically Indonesian
"One Famous Indonesian Food Item Is Not Historically Indonesian
- During the years 1602 to 1942, what is now the Republic of Indonesia was a Dutch colony. ... The tradition of Indonesian food known today as Rijstafel, which means Rice Table, was started by the Dutch. ..."
Read more at: Indonesian Food History – Rijistafel
Brennan, Georgeanne. “Rijsttafel: The Dutch-Indonesian Rice Table.” The Cook’s Cook, 29 Sept. 2017, https://thecookscook.com/features/rijsttafel-dutch-indonesian-rice-table/.
“Rijsttafel | Indonesian, Spice, Variety | Britannica.” Encyclopรฆdia Britannica, 2023, www.britannica.com/topic/rijsttafel.
“Indonesian Food History - Rijistafel” Daily Two Cents, 10 May 2015, web.archive.org/web/20170803143846/http://dailytwocents.com/indonesian-food-history-rijistafel/."Rijsttafel" by Jan Willem van Wessel from Rotterdam, Netherlands - Rijsttafel 13. Licensed under CC BY 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons.
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Friday, September 1, 2023
Foodie Friday : Pesto Around the World
Hear the word pesto and one usually always thinks Italian. Right? But different cultures have their own version of pesto. Africa. Mexico. Australia. This link is an awesome foodie find! Not only does it tell you the main ingredients in everybody's version but it introduced me to a new word. “Permaculture”.
Preserving With Pesto – It’s Not Rocket Science
Preserving With Pesto - It's Not Rocket Science
Wheatgrass Pesto Recipe | inSpiral
Wheatgrass Pesto Recipe | inSpiral
Here is a quick recipe for Raw Wheatgrass Pesto, using our premium, organic, raw super food powder. This will m ake your taste buds go wild! Adds a good dose of vitality to any diet. Made in a blender there is virtually any preparation to do! Just the way we like it!
Mexican Pesto Recipe by emilie_ 1 - Key Ingredient
Thai Basil Pesto
Thai Basil Pesto
This one's for my Thai lovers. But before I even start talking Thai basil pesto, I feel moved to have a little rant about how much I love Thai food. It's like an instant exotic vacation right in my kitchen.
Raw Macadamia Pesto | Vegan Semi-Dried Tomato Pesto | The Blender Girl
Raw Macadamia Pesto | Vegan Semi-Dried Tomato Pesto | The Blender Girl
This raw vegan semi-dried tomato and macadamia pesto is super easy and seriously delicious. Just throw everything into your food processor.
African Blue Basil and Lavender Pesto
African Blue Basil and Lavender Pesto
Combine all ingredients, except cheese, in bowl of food processor. Process, adding additional oil or water, until desired consistency is reached. Stir in cheese. Use immediately or store in an air-tight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. (Tip: pesto can also be frozen in ice cube trays.)
Chimichurri Pesto Sauce - Culinary Envy
Chimichurri Pesto Sauce - Culinary Envy
Chimichurri Pesto Sauce combines Italian parsley, cilantro and basil with jalapeรฑo and parmesan cheese. It is vibrant, nutty and tangy. Perfect for pasta. I will never forget the first time I tried Chimichurri Sauce. It was at my incredibly talented friend Bibi's home. She had me over for dinner and prepared the most mouth-watering steak.
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Monday, August 21, 2023
I'd Like to Order Kung Pao Chicken Smothered with Melted Cheese! (Yuk!)
Nevertheless, there is a food trend going in the “fusion” direction and chefs are experimenting with incorporating cheese into Asian recipes.
It Turns Out, There is Such a Thing as Chinese Cheese
The Blog: Cookbook author and teacher Diana Kuan writes about traditional and modern takes on Asian home cooking on her blog, Appetite for China. She has also recently launched an online shop called Plate and Pencil, with cute gifts like a "Dumplings Around the World" tote bag.
Discovering Cheese in One of the Most Unsuspecting Places
It's nearly impossible for any Westerners to remember the first time they tried cheese. From pizza to pasta to hunks eaten on their own, cheese's ubiquity in our diets means that we've been enjoying it since before we could eat most other solid foods. For Liu Yang, a cheesemaker in Beijing, the ...
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Friday, August 11, 2023
Foodie Friday : Who Loves Nachos?
Since I am sharing content with a global community of foodies and food lovers, I may be talking about a snack or fun food that some of you have not heard of. So I'm wondering …
For those of you who don't know nachos is a plate of corn tortilla chips smothered in melted cheese and you throw on any additional toppings that you like: ground beef, chopped tomatoes, chopped green onions, salsa, whatever! Nachos are really popular in Texas. It's a great snack. It's fun food for a party.
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Foodie Fun! Love Me Some Nachos | https://t.co/oEHiAVw4r1 https://t.co/oUpCKCCWXK via @flipboard @EverydaySpices #foodies #foodlovers #foodieFriday #funfood #foodfun #favoritefoods for #munchies #cheeselovers #nacholovers— My Fox Nooze (aka Joie de Vivre Magazine) (@FoxMarks_ATX) September 12, 2019
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Saturday, July 15, 2023
ATTN: Newbie Cooks! Best Seasonings and Cookbook for Cajun and Creole Cuisine
If you have ever been to New Orleans, Louisiana US, then you know that region is known for its Cajun and Creole cooking. There is a difference between Cajun and Creole cooking. Some say Cajun dishes are spicier.
- Per AllRecipes.com: "Cajun cooking (is) more rustic and Creole cooking (is) more refined."
- Per New Orlesn.com: "Creole food typically uses tomatoes and tomato-based sauces while traditional Cajun food does not."
But I say no matter which ... it's all good!
Even though I have stood at a stove for 40+ years, my culinary skills are still at the newbie level. Dining out at "authentic" restaurants or even ordering for delivery is usually not an option. That's why I find shortcuts to creating the taste of a particular cuisine. I am happy to recommend two brands of seasonings for those who want to prepare their own Cajun or Creole dishes. The official websites for each of these companies have a section dedicated to recipes. But you might also find this cookbook helpful: The Easy Creole and Cajun Cookbook: Modern and Classic Dishes Made Simple by Ryan Boudreaux.
(NOTE: Read free with your Kindle subscription OR ... the paperback book is less than $10 so it would be a great idea for a white elephant gift exchange. ๐ )Best Seasoning for Cajun Cooking: Slap Ya Mama!
Yes, there is a difference between these two types of cuisines, but for
my palette, there is no difference. Every dish I have ever tried whether it was Cajun or Creole, it was
delicious.
But I have only been to New Orleans once and it is likely I will never visit again. If you are like me and you don't live in New Orleans but you want to try to make your own Cajun food, use slapyamama seasonings. You can shop for their products via the Amazon store OR go directly to their official website. You can also find recipes on the website. I met the company owner through Facebook years ago. They sent me free
samples of their products to try. Even though the Original Cajun Blend is the best seller, my favorite is the Cajun seasoning for fish fry. This company was founded in 2001 and is owned by The Walker family, (TW, Mama Jen, Jack, Joe, Tana, Andi, and Ruby).
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Best Seasoning for Creole Cooking: Tony Cachere
Creole refers to people who are of mixed European and African descent (A little French, a little Spanish, a little Afro-Caribbean, etc.). That specific group of people made their home in Louisiana USA. (Just ask Beyoncรฉ Knowles, the Creole Queen.) They have their special style of cooking which is referred to as Creole cuisine.
If you have ever tasted Creole recipes and you want to make your own,
Tony Chachere is one of the best products on the market. They have been
in business since the 70s, about half a century. I discovered the Tony Chacere brand because one of my children bought a
can of the seasoning home from the local grocery store. He didn't want to use the herbs
and spices in my kitchen cabinet for his cooking, so he bought his own
flavorings.
Once I tried their Original Creole Seasoning, I was hooked! I use it to season meat, in my rice dishes, and on my veggies.
For those who may have to watch their salt intake, they have No-Salt seasonings. If you can not find their products at your local grocery store, go to Amazon OR to their official website. Tony Chachere is a real person. He is retired now but his business is still thriving.
Are you a newbie cook in the kitchen? Check out some of my other FW posts.
Friday, July 14, 2023
Foodie Friday : Let's Do Sushi! Keep It Kosher!
- Gari, thinly sliced and pickled ginger.
- Wasabi, aka Japanese horseradish
- Nori, dried seaweed used to wrap the sushi roll
- Sushi rice, a Japanese rice that is sticky and short-grained.
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"Revolutionizing the way you eat sushi."
Starting with:
- Enough With the Gefilte Fish. I'll Have Sushi. - The New York Times
- Sushi for Passover? With age-old ban lifted, rice is now kosher at ...
- Sushi for Beginners : Five Steps to Making Sushi at Home
BambooWorx Sushi Making Kit – https://t.co/UWneYGaPeK— EverydayExoticSpices (@EverydaySpices) May 29, 2020
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Monday, July 3, 2023
Spice Spotlight: Cinnamon
I can sprinkle a little powdered pumpkin spice or a dash of plain old cinnamon in my morning cup of coffee.
For an evening meal, I can enjoy a hearty bowl of butternut squash soup or cook up a stew chocked full of root vegetables and meat, made with that special secret ingredient: cinnamon.
In the USA people associate cinnamon with the autumn seasons and/or the Christmas holidays. But for me, any time is a get time to enjoy cinnamon.
Shining the spotlight on one of my favorite warming feel good spices. Cinnamon!
Did you know:
- There is a mythological creature called the Cinnamon Bird?
- In Ancient Egypt, cinnamon was used in the embalming process?
There's probably lots of other things you didn't know about cinnamon as well.
If you're curious, read more: 20 Facts about Cinnamon.
Community Post: 35 Crazy-Good Ways To Indulge On Cinnamon This Fall: Because it is the best of all the fall spices!
Links to a sampling of recipes using cinnamon that reflect world cuisine and global tastes: |
Kunafeh, the Middle East's Favorite Cheese Delight!
Kunafeh, the Middle East's Favorite Cheese Delight!
It's about time to share with you one of my favorite recipes ever. It´s not only delicious but also has a special place in my heart. Sometimes we feel strongly towards a dish or a dessert not just because it tastes great but because it brings back memories we cherish.
Chinese Cinnamon Beef Noodle Soup Recipe - Chinese.Food.com
Chinese Cinnamon Beef Noodle Soup Recipe - Chinese.Food.com
This was published in a Fine Cooking magazine a couple of years ago. I was so excited to have found a relatively easy yet very flavorful noodle soup for my family. My husband (the ultimate food critic) loves this and doesnt mind eating it for days.
A Taste of South Africa - Tomato Bredie (One stick of cinnamon required.)
A Taste of South Africa - Tomato Bredie
This Tomato Bredie photo was featured in Brazilian Magazine blog, Verdemar - Copa de Sabores: รfrica do Sul One of my favorite book series is the No. 1 Ladies Detective Agency series writted by Alexander McCall Smith, a Zimbabwe born, Scottish writer.
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