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Dining in the Deep: How Food in Submarines is key to onboard morale
Submarine Galleys are cramped and restricted Beneath the surface of the world’s oceans, there are no weekends, no fresh air, and no...
Oct 116 min read
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Flowers to Gold - Nature’s Perfect Alchemy
Raw honey At its core, honey is the product of floral nectar, transformed by bees through a process of enzymatic magic and tireless...
Jul 64 min read
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From Sea to Soil to Supper: The Microplastics Crisis in Our Food
Microplastics—tiny synthetic particles less than 5 mm in size—are emerging as a serious threat to global food systems. Once considered...
Jul 63 min read
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The Anatomy of a Recipe
Recipe books..more often used as a book to browse rather than guide to cooking Ever wondered what goes into crafting that perfect dish?...
May 86 min read
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Focus on Mexico
The story of Mexican food is one of a long and fascinating evolution. Its origins trace back millennia to the culinary practices of indigenous peoples of the Maya and Aztec. These ancient cultures developed agricultural systems that yielded dietary cornerstones such as maize (corn), beans, chilli peppers, squash, and cacao.
Apr 163 min read
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Chillies and Peppers: Flavour by Scoville (SHU)
Click and/or mouse over on the interactive chart to view flavour profiles and what to do with a particular chilli or pepper. This chart...
Apr 91 min read
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How social media is influencing generations on what they eat
For the last 20 years and for the foreseeable future, social media will continue to be an unstoppable force shaping food trends. How ...
Apr 84 min read
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From Convenience to Consciousness - 50 Years of Western Food Trends
From the rise of processed convenience foods in the 1970s to the plant-based revolution of the 2010s.
Apr 14 min read
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What to do with...Tofu
One of tofu's greatest strengths is its ability to absorb flavours. This makes it a blank canvas for culinary creativity.
Mar 253 min read
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Spain and why it is now a culinary leader
Overview of key Spanish dishes and why Spain is now a leader in global cuisine.
Mar 104 min read
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Sauce making 101
Sauces are an essential element of cooking, enhancing flavours, adding depth, and providing textural contrast to a dish. Whether serving...
Mar 74 min read
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Vinegar: A timeless ingredient with endless culinary possibilities
Vinegar is one of the oldest and most versatile ingredients in human history. It was discovered, several thousands year ago, that wine...
Mar 34 min read
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The Flavour Profile of Wine Grapes
With a global value estimated at between 340-420 billion USD and approximate annual growth of 5%, it's easy to see the appeal of wine...
Feb 263 min read
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The "Healthy" Hoax: Unmasking the Deceptive Marketing of Everyday Foods
We're bombarded with health claims on food packaging. "Natural," "low-fat," "gluten-free," "plant-based" – these buzzwords lure us into...
Feb 243 min read
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Unpacking the Hype Around Apple Cider Vinegar
Apple cider vinegar - It's the pantry staple whispered about in weight loss circles, touted for its blood sugar balancing act, and even...
Feb 202 min read
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Focus on Republic of Korea
Korean cuisine, a vibrant reflection of history, geography, and culture, has evolved from ancient agricultural and nomadic traditions. It em
Feb 173 min read
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Pressure Cookers: Speed, flavour and science in one pot
The pressure cooker. For generations, it's been a kitchen staple, known for its ability to transform tough cuts of meat into tender...
Feb 153 min read
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Cooking the perfect chicken
Spatchcock chicken The quest for perfectly juicy chicken can often be thwarted by a few common pitfalls. Chicken dries out during cooking...
Feb 73 min read
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What to do with...Cardamon
Green Cardamon pods with seeds Cardamom has a rich and global history that spans thousands of years and continents. References of it have...
Feb 34 min read
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Are Air Fryers worth a position on your counter top?
Air fryers have become a household staple for many, thanks to their ability to deliver crispy, delicious results with minimal oil. While...
Jan 313 min read
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