KitchenVile

You’ve probably heard of cotija cheese, the famous Mexican cheese made from cow’s milk. The cheese has a crumbly texture. It also has a salty taste which makes it a perfect addition to savory dishes.  Cotija cheese has always been a favorite in my kitchen. I simply love the flavor...

Leeks are vegetables that belong to the allium family that also comprises of onions, scallions, and garlic. They are prized for their combination of a mildly sweet and subtle sour onion-like flavor that makes for a delicious taste and aroma. Younger leeks are favored in raw preparations such as salads...

First things first, what is masa harina? Loosely translated, masa harina means dough flour. It is a very common ingredient used in Mexican dishes. Masa harina is made from corn flour. To make masa, they cook cornflour with slacked lime and water. Thereafter, they dry it. The slacked lime gives...

If you are reading this, you probably already know how amazing a spice star anise is. It has a licorice flavor that gives dishes an authentic flavor. Star anise is mostly used in Vietnamese and Chinese dishes. A lot of people confuse star anise with anise seed. However, they are...

Ask any beet lover what these nutritious vegetables taste like and they will describe it as a sort of earthy flavor with a touch of bitterness. To cut a long story short, the taste of beets will greatly depend on the manner in which you prepare them. What do beets...

There is more that goes with tacos apart from the common sides of chips and salsa. Take your taste buds on a culinary adventure and try out one of these as a side during your family taco Tuesday, or whichever day you have tacos. Mexican Style Rice or Corn on...

Peaches, as you may know them or prunus persica, as they are scientifically referred to can be described as small with this sort of fuzzy peel or skin on the outside while the flesh inside may be yellow or white in colour. It is worth noting that the origin of...

Cottage Cheese is an amazing dairy product that I can’t imagine living without. Whenever I am shopping for cheese, the cottage never misses on my list. That is how much I love it.  Cottage cheese is quite versatile because it works great as a topping as well as in dishes....

Ever heard about cruciferous vegetables? Well, turnips are an example of such, and boy do they pack a punch in terms of flavor and nutrient value. Cruciferous vegetables are a diverse group of vegetables that include plants such as broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, kale, and radishes. The word cruciferous is a...

When the holiday season comes around, there comes a long list of gift-giving to be done. Starting with having our parents, our siblings, our friends and even our co-workers to think about, the list can become pretty long and endless pretty quickly, with no form of warning whatsoever. If you...