A Thousand Views Equal a Thousand THANK YOUs

In 2016, I started this foodie blog, my labor of love for foodies and food lovers around the world. According to the statistics in my dashboard the total amount of views for all of my posts is close to 750,000.

I AM AMAZED!!

I would like to say Thank You to all of my blog visitors. Your support means a lot. To date, the archives show 116 published posts. This post will be Post Number 117. Below is a list of all the posts that show 1000+ views. For each of these posts as well as for all the rest of the posts:

Thank You a thousand times plus!!

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• A Fall Neapolitan Style Dinner | jovinacooksitalian (Reblog)



• Can You Name 5 British Desserts? (NO Googling!)



• Foodie Friday : Chinese New Year Recipes and Dishes



• Foodie Friday : Improve Boxed Mac-n-Cheese. Is that possible?



• Foodie Friday : Indian Food: Hot n Spicy Samosas (Reblog)



• Foodie Friday : Sampling Fast Food World Cuisine is a Fun Do!



• General Health Tips : 7 Best Foods for People Over 50



• If you are learning to cook, do you know your caviar?



• Indian Food - Myth or Fact



• Let's Bake & Cook : Mango Fried Rice (Reblog)



• Maria Nasir Shares Her Recipe for a Refreshing Summer Drink Made With Mango and Chia Seeds



• One Famous Indonesian Food Item Is Not Historically Indonesian



• Oven-Baked Summer Squash Fries (Should Be in Your Winter Recipes)



• Perfect Gift for the High School Graduate Who is Off to College - A Cookbook



• Pork Lo Mein - Make Takeout at Home | The Desert Cook (Reblog)



• QOD: Homemade Pizza or Buddha's Delight?



• World Cuisine : Focus on Food Contributions of the Irish



• World Cuisine: Food History: Cuban Sandwich

Let's Bake & Cook : Mango Fried Rice (Reblog)

Have a friend who is very active in several online communities and made a mental note to publish a blog post sharing many of her wonderful recipes that she publishes all over the Internet. Her collection is impressive. Maybe one day she will publish a cookbook! This is my Shout Out to Peach Purple, fellow blogger and freelance writer. Mango is my favorite fruit and I love fried rice!  Never thought to put them together.  :)

Let's Bake & Cook : Mango Fried Rice

You can also view her recipes at HUBPages.  Here is one you may find intriguing.  Did you know you can make a cake in a rice cooker?

Rice Cooker Cake Recipe: Marble Cake With Almonds

Peach Purple has four food blogs published via the BlogJob blogging community.  Here are samples from each one.  The name of the blog is in parentheses.

• Best Pancake: Sweet Potato n Coconut Pancakes (Breakfast Ideas)

• Anchovy Quiche for Snack Time (Baking a Storm)

• Detoxify Soup: Radish and Carrot Soup (Mom's Hot Pot)

• Malaysia Traditional Snack-Getuk Ubi : Pounded Tapioca Cakes (Malaysia Favorite Food)

LiteracyBase is where she has been sharing her tasty recipes lately and I'm loving it!  You'll love them too!  :)


 

Chicken Gumbo Recipe

Chicken Gumbo Recipe - LiteracyBase

Have you heard of Chicken Gumbo? I didn't know that this chicken recipe is a well known dish in USA since the 18th century. One of my Facefriend had recommended me to try out her Chicken Gumbo recipe which she had uploaded online. I found it a very exceptional exquisite recipe, all-in-1 chicken stew that ...

Mustard Green Soup with Meat Balls

Mustard Green Soup with Meat Balls - LiteracyBase

If you had ever tasted Cai Xin soup, you should get acquainted with his green leafy vegetable today because you are going to love it as much as I do! What is Cai Xin Mustard Greens is fondly known as "Cai Xin" among the Chinese community.

Best Chicken Rice: Hainanese Chicken Rice

Best Chicken Rice: Hainanese Chicken Rice - LiteracyBase

Chicken Rice which is locally known as "Ji Fan " or "Sau Ji Fan" is a very popular main course meal that consist of roast chicken with steamed chicken rice and slices of cucumbers. There are 2 types of Chicken Rice sold in the restaurant; mainly: - Roast chicken -Hainanese chicken ( white ...

Homemade Prawn Dumpling Soup

Homemade Prawn Dumpling Soup - LiteracyBase

I started to fall in love with dumplings since my childhood days. Mom used to homemade dumplings which were large, fulled of generous fillings and super delicious soup. She always added generous heaps of mixed minced pork and 2 large tiger prawns for the dumpling fillings.

Chinese Soup: Tofu with Kelp Soup

Chinese Soup: Tofu with Kelp Soup - LiteracyBase

When I was young, mom used to make delicious Chinese soup for every day meal which is clear, not thick or brothy at all. Most of her Chinese soup was light, clear and comforting that soothes anyone who was losing appetite or sick over mild illness ( fever, cough, diarrhea, etc).

Rice Vermicelli Noodle Soup

Rice Vermicelli Noodle Soup - LiteracyBase

I simply LOVE my mother's Rice Vermicelli Noodle Soup, compare to my mother-in-law's version. The soup itself is tasty , even though she had used Knorr Chicken Cube Stock and the additional fried chicken fillets, crab sticks, scrambled eggs and cooked white cabbages were just FANTASTIC !

Everyday Exotic Spices ~ Foodie Friday Annual RoundUp

Last year I started a series called Foodie Friday. It's a new year, and I may continue this series or start a new one. I'm undecided. It's only the first week of the year. What's the rush?  I've got a little bit of time. 

Since most people usually do a review of their previous year's efforts anyway, I'm sharing my list of posts that were tagged “Foodie Friday” in case you want to visit or revisit. Enjoy!

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#FoodieFriday for the Year 2017 Happy Holidays! Who Wants Egg Nog?  YACR ( Yet Another Chili Recipe )  Purple is the Color of Royalty and of Glorious Vegetables  Sampling Fast Food World Cuisine is a Fun Do!  Name Your Favorite Instant Noodle  YAPAS (Yet Another Post About Spinach)  Immune-boosting Smoothie ~ Order at Starbucks  Recipes | Desserts | Pineapple Stuffing and More!  Japan’s 10 weirdest ice cream flavors  The Right Blend of Spices for Cajun Food Lovers  Indian Food: Hot n Spicy Samosas (Reblog)  Candied Jalapeño Peppers  Chinese New Year Recipes and Dishes  Pesto Around the World  Experiencing the Joy of Salsa   Spice Spotlight: Cinnamon  It's Flipping Foodie Friday!  Raw Coconut Fig Slice (Reblog)  Winter Salad Binging  Banana Brownies - Back for Seconds

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Mystery Oreo Cookies Taste Like What?

Please!  Please!  Please!  NO!  I'm not imitating James Brown, the late great godfather of soul.  But I am begging!  Please!  Oreos are as American as apple pie!  Per Wikipedia:

In the United States, they were sold for 25 cents a pound (453 g) in novelty cans with clear glass tops. The first Oreo was sold onMarch 6, 1912, to a grocer in Hoboken, New Jersey. The Oreo Biscuit was renamed in 1921, to "Oreo Sandwich." A new design for the cookie was introduced in 1924.

Please don't mess with Oreos!

During the year (2017), there was a controversy about rainbow Oreos.  I survived it.

Now Oreo reveals its mystery flavor and "many tweeted that the cookie tasted like Fruity Pebbles or orange creamsicle".  

WHAT??!  I object!

Whatever!  Forget about it!  ☺❤

People do have different tastes and there is lots of food diversity to go around the world ten times over.  As long as Oreos can be used for world peace, it's all good.

Oreo reveals its mystery cookie flavor https://t.co/SZu9zdTVtI via @flipboard

— EverydayExoticSpices (@EverydaySpices) December 6, 2017

Food Blog Spotlight : From My Own Kitchen: Pomegranate Milkshake (Reblog)

Years back I started a pinboard dedicated to pomegranates. (See board description below.) I heart pomegranates.  Pinned this post to my pinboard and I am also reblogging the link here.  "From My Own Kitchen" is a wonderful food blog.  The post archives date back to 2012. Have you ever had a pomegranate milkshake?

From My Own Kitchen: Pomegranate Milkshake

Here are a few more pomegranate recipes found at the same blog.

Check out my collection of POMEGRANATES on Pinterest  (Recipes, products made with pomegranates, pomegranates in art, etc.)

DESCRIPTION:  Pomegranates: wonder fruit; super food; delicious! ~ Researched the history of this exquisite exotic wonderful fruit and fell in love with it! ~ As if the crimson red color were not enough to make me hopelessly devoted. ~ Now on a mission to find and share all things foodie for this fruity delight! ~ http://wizzley.com/exotic-fruit-pomegranates/ ~ Board maintained by http://everydayspices.webs.com/

Do You Know the Truth About Pomegranates?
Take a fun quiz.

Tropickles! OR Tropickles? Walmart's Idea for Satisfying Cravings

Not sure if this is an idea who time has come or what!  Yes, I know lots of pregnant ladies crave pickles and ice cream.  But can you ever remember anybody craving fruit punch flavored pickles?  Not sure how the foodie folks at Walmart came up with this idea.  Maybe there were a bunch of pregnant ladies working in that department.  ☺

As usual, PopSugar is on top of things all thing food-related and has published a review of this product.

• Cullum, Erin. “So Walmart Just Launched Tropickles, Aka Fruit-Punch-Flavored Pickles.” POPSUGAR Food, POPSUGAR Living, 23 July 2017, www.popsugar.com/food/What-Tropickles-43744495.

Chowhound also has something to say about them.

“As unconventional as it may sound, this unlikely flavor combination is one for the books. Tangy-sweet bread and butter pickle juice against a salty peanut butter topping makes for an incredibly rich, balanced ice-cream-eating experience.”

• Skladany, Joey. “Fruit Punch Pickles Are the Most Walmart Things to Come Out of Walmart.”Chowhound, © CBS Interactive, | A TV Guide Site, 18 July 2017, www.chowhound.com/food-news/185917/fruit-punch-pickles/.

A 24 oz. jar less than $2.  
Are your curious to try them?
Great Value Tropickles at Walmart.

How to Make Pickle Ice Cream https://t.co/8O4gW3scxS @Chow

— EverydayExoticSpices (@EverydaySpices) August 7, 2017

I shop at Walmart a lot. But when it comes to strange and exotic foods, I try to talk my kids into trying them out first.  What?  I got the idea from an old cereal commercial I used to watch on TV where kids were curious to try a new cereal and the way they tested it was to coax their baby brother into eating it first.  If he liked it then it must be OK.  So?  If it's a new food product?  If my kids like it, then it must be OK!

Rainbow-colored Oreo filled with controversy ~ Whatever!!

When it comes to rainbows, nobody loves them more than me.  Have loved rainbows all my life and don't plan to stop even if people try to whip up a controversy surrounding them.  That's how I feel about rainbows.  

First I saw a tweet posted by @ItsFoodPics, and then saw a YouTube video titled "Rainbow-colored Oreo filled withcontroversy".  Seriously?

Controversy?  Oh no!  More like extreme upset!

I'm extremely upset because when I tried to shop for rainbow Oreo cookies online I couldn't find them!!  WHAT??!!  They're not for sale!!  WHY?!

How I feel about rainbows is the same way I feel about Oreo cookies.  Don't even think of trying to separate me from some Oreos and a glass of cold milk. 💕

I'm making a public statement. It's a shout out!  Nobody, anywhere in the world, should ever use rainbows or Oreo cookies to stir up controversy.

Rainbows are God's gift to the world and

Oreos can be used for world peace!

ATTN Food Bloggers! Niume Accepts Republished Content *Strikethrough*

Niume closed its doors October 2, 2017.

Do you love food? Need a place to share the love? Do you have old blog posts you would like to re-purpose and republish?  Niume.com is looking for contributors to their Food Sphere. Below is an example of a few of my contributions ("newbie") and articles submitted by experienced food bloggers.

Food History: Cuban Sandwich | Niume | Food Sphere

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BLOGGING OPPORTUNITIES: Sites That Accept Republished Content Niume is a collaborative blogging platform with multiple spheres (or topics).  The Food Spere is just one.  But if you are a food blogger you are encouraged to share your content.  This is site accepts republished content and allows you to promote your blog.  Create a free account and start immediately.  Click the button that says "Create a Post" and a quick form will pop up.  Must have a valid eMail address.  Sign Up     Site will be closed eff Oct 2, 2017

Foodie Friday : Cool Foodies and Food Lovers Celebrating Their “Firsts” on Twitter

Happy Friday! (It's FoodieFriday!)  Always searching for like-minded food lovers and found people celebrating their “firsts”. First food blog post. First food article accepted at a major site. Etc. Here are their tweets. Interesting variation. French food; Health / Energy Food tips; Asian food; Vegan recipes; and Food Photography.  

Wish them continued success!

Strawberry Clafoutis (Classic French Dessert or breakfast treat)

Hello! This is my first post for "Yay! For Food" food blog. https://t.co/VHYSU4f3VO #myfirstTweet #foodblog #foodie

— Marie | Yay!ForFood (@Yay_For_Food) October 12, 2016

How To Eat For Maximized Energy When You’re Short On Time Or On The Move

My first post was published on The Huffington Post :) #exciting... https://t.co/nl8BrknHla

— Karen Wojciechowski (@RealEnergyFood) October 9, 2016

Who doesn’t love some Thai food?

if y'all like asian food then you should go check out my blog! my first post is up ayyyy https://t.co/kflk0fqPhZ

— varanica (@vkhy) October 7, 2016

Blehgels – Yokai Watch (HONEY DASHI BAGEL)

the first post on my food blog is up!! let me know what you guys think, im still learning lol https://t.co/qFg5AoxZDg

— king han (@hand_bun) September 21, 2016

The Selective Vegan : Healthy Oatmeal Peanut Butter Cookies

Started a new blog on a whim about food, obviously. Checkout my first post on how to make #vegan #glutenfree cookies https://t.co/jfb7KefyHN

— Delia (@delialoveless) September 15, 2016

First Food Experiences : My Sadya Meal (Travels in India)

My first post on #Experiences, celebrating #Onam Sadya today..#Travel #Food #India https://t.co/Ebfps0jSZv pic.twitter.com/REkYKI3Fbd

— Nisha (@finenish) September 14, 2016

5 Tips For Capturing Dark And Moody Food Photography

I quietly started providing food photography tips. First attempt to help people learn through food... first post! https://t.co/B2TQW7cUrp

— rouk (@beyondtheeats) September 14, 2016

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Foodie Friday : Chinese New Year Recipes and Dishes

The food-related topic of choice for this week's foodie Friday should be obvious.

Chinese New Year!

At our partner blog, My Blog Stop!, two posts were published discussing this wonderful holiday celebration with its traditions.

• MBS Post 1:  " ... Flowers are an important part of the decorations for the Chinese New Year celebration. ..." read more.

• MBS Post 2:  "... symbols of prosperity ... Tangerines and oranges to be specific.

"The bright orange color of the fruits also symbolizes 'gold'; hence it has an auspicious meaning to bring in good luck and wealth." ..." read more.

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People all around the world are celebrating. One of my favorite Asian TV chefs, Ching-He Huang, was a guest on the TODAY show and she briefly shared her good luck recipes to begin the new year. Her recipe for the main dish was Golden Chinese Five Spice Orange Roast Chicken. So many others are sharing their recipes and favorite dishes all around the web. There are so many to choose from. Clearly can't share them all, but hope to do like my selections. 

Happy New Year!!

10 Dishes To Celebrate Chinese New Year 2017: Year Of The Rooster

10 Dishes To Celebrate Chinese New Year 2017: Year Of The Rooster

Happy Spring Festival! Whether or not you have Chinese roots, more and more people the world over are celebrating Chinese Lunar New Year. Falling on Jan. 28 this year, traditionally, it is a time for families to get together and have an annual dinner, as well as sweep the house to make way for good [...]

TV chef Ching-He Huang's top tips for authentic cooking for Chinese New Year

TV chef Ching-He Huang's top tips for authentic cooking for Chinese New Year

It's Chinese New Year and millions of people around the world are getting ready to welcome in the Year of the Rooster. If you're one of them make and you're planning on celebrating, there's no doubt your favourite Chinese dishes will be making an appearance.

Chinese New Year Recipes | BBC The GoodFood

Planning your Chinese New Year feast? We've got some recipe suggestions - 42 to be exact... https://t.co/9h7mqLbfdt pic.twitter.com/EbW5G8TmWz

— BBC Good Food (@bbcgoodfood) January 27, 2017

Ginger Orange Pound Cake Recipe

Ginger Orange Pound Cake Recipe

There is one classic dessert my husband and I can't resist - nothing fancy or over the top, just the simple, sweet and soft yumminess of pound cake with a good cup of tea! Over the years I've experimented with many flavours in this simple recipe, from the good old plain vanilla to cardamom spiced and, of course, the chocolate version.

Nian Gao - Chinese Coconut Sticky Rice Cake - The Schizo Chef

Nian Gao - Chinese Coconut Sticky Rice Cake - The Schizo Chef

This week I am presenting some foods that are traditional for different global festivals. Chinese New Year is a holiday that is celebrated in many countries around the world, due to global Chinese migration. Almost every country in the world has a Chinese population and this is the most celebrated holiday that is always acknowledged ...

Traditional Chinese New Year recipes to cook at home

Traditional Chinese New Year recipes to cook at home

Shiitake chive dumplings by Jeremy Pang Want to have a go at making your own Chinese dim sum? Jeremy's recipe includes a useful guide to making these wonderfully crispy shiitake and chive dumplings, with tips on how to perfectly wrap and shape them.

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Yee Sang (Prosperity Toss Salad) | Malaysian Chinese Kitchen

Yee Sang (Prosperity Toss Salad) | Malaysian Chinese Kitchen

“... for the Chinese people, noodles are a “symbol of longevity”.

Happy New Year!!

Previous #FoodieFriday posts? Pesto Around the World  Experiencing the Joy of Salsa   Spice Spotlight: Cinnamon  It's Flipping Foodie Friday!  Raw Coconut Fig Slice (Reblog)  Winter Salad Binging  Banana Brownies - Back for Seconds  Cool Foodies and Food Lovers Celebrating Their “Firsts” on Twitter