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Alfoccino's Eggplant Parmigiana from scratch

Alfoccino is an area favorite, that does a lot of catering and makes some of the most unique Italian dishes.

“Cupcake Wars” and “The Cake Boss” reviewed

Both the “Cupcake Wars” and “The Cake Boss” are American reality TV shows. They both are based on competition between teams, but there are vast differences in both. Let’s review them. Premiered back in the year 2009, the show revolves around the creation of unique…

Three quiche recipes easy and healthy

Quiches are the best go-to snack or mini meal. Try these healthy and simple recipes, be sure to freeze the crust for 30 minutes and then pour in the filling before baking. Bake for 30-40 minutes at 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Mushroom-and-Spinach Quiche in an Oat Crust Ingredients CRUST: 1 cup regular…

New hemp oil is new alternative for cooking

Today, more than ever, we are beginning to educate ourselves on what we put in our bodies. We are re-discovering so much of the natural goodness in plants, herbs, oils and more. One of the newest growing foodie trends comes perhaps from an unexpected source - Hemp oil. No, you won’t have to…

How to make puff pastry?

Cooking is fun and interesting, but it can be very time consuming if you don’t have much talent or experience. Before you try complicated recipes, you need to go for something simple, yet impressive, like puff pastry. You will be surprised to see how easy it is to make it and how tasty it can…

Going vegetarian may help cure acid reflux

Acid reflux or heartburn is a common problem and even more so for pregnant women. The burning sensation feels uncomfortable, specifically if you can taste the acids at the back of your throat. Sometimes this can really be troubling if you can’t breathe and the burning sensation is painful. So…

How Can Lunches Be Made to Improve Employee Productivity?

It has been observed that there are companies that fail to include nutrition in their wellness programs for their employees. Employers spend a lot of time and effort in improving their business procedures to make their staff work faster and more efficient. Company owners want fast results from their…

Five essential minerals and where to find them

Your body needs minerals to function properly. They are essential and you need to include them in your diet since the body cannot produce them naturally. The deficiency of essential minerals may cause chronic disease as well as an excess of them. The following are five essential minerals that you…

Snack Mixes that Perk Your Energy during the Day

During the day, you have to perform a number of activities either at home or sitting in your office. For every movement an activity, your body burns calories. It is up to you that how you fulfil the dietary needs of your body. Between meals, a good alternative is to snack on something satisfying but…

The “Better Choices Concept” to Dieting

The premise of this concept is actually pretty simple. It states that if there is a snack you love, there are several other options that are just as delicious and nutritious but with much fewer calories. In the exact words: “For every food that you eat, there are likely to be other equally…

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What are nanotechnology based products and foods?

Nanotechnology and food might not seem like the most expected pairing, but application of the study allows for many different benefits to food. Nanotechnology involves the manipulation of individual atoms and molecules, capping at 100 nanometers. When applied to food, nanotechnology can provide many…

Misconceptions of a gluten-free diet for children

You may have come across the term celiac disease (CD) especially so if you have adopted a gluten-free lifestyle. Although the exact cause of an allergy to gluten is still unknown, most research points to the way in which the wheat is grown and processed. Foods that include gluten are wheat starch,…

What is the African diet?

When you want to lose weight, the diet that you choose is very important. It has to be suitable for you and your way of life, and you should not have to make too much effort to maintain this eating style. The African diet can be a good choice if you are a fan of fresh fruits and vegetables. The…

Five things you can do to diet without dieting

After years of bad eating habits and lack of exercise, dieting is not easy. You may have a busy schedule and you don’t feel comfortable following strict meal plans. Besides, there isn’t always time to cook or buy healthy, organic, low-calorie food. In this case, here are some things that…

Do Try Out Some Tortillas And Cheese As Part Of Popular Mexican Cuisine Even If You Are In Japan

You don’t have to be a Mexican to be fond of Mexican food. Mexican food has found popularity all over the world with a dash of recipes available over the internet. There is a sharp difference between the Mexican food you prepare with a traditional recipe and one with a modern recipe. The…

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Seaweed is making an impact on western consumers

If we talk about Japan, South Korea, China, and other Asian countries, we usually think about all sorts of things that are not a Western custom. Eating seaweed is definitively one of them. These countries have been using it as a food for ages and continue to do so. Long forgotten in the Western…

Smothered Fried Pork Chops

Chef Paula Deen shares the recipe.

Lemon Mascarpone Risotto

Chef Molly McCook shares the recipe.

How to make meringues

Meringues are one of the easiest cookies to make because they have so few ingredients. They can be served alone as a cookie or with any berry alongside a dollop of whipped cream. The can be cut open and have any pie filling put inside - lemon pie filling is especially delicious. Ingredients: 2 large…

Dr. Kahn's easy breakfast overnight oats

March is National Nutrition Month, which highlights the importance of making informed food choices and developing good eating and physical activity habits.