You are at the store and are on the search for the perfect brand of pudding to buy that you can eat without fear of having to deal with an upset stomach afterward. You have scoured the store and you now have two options in your hands. Well, technically speaking,...

Although it can be consumed raw, it probably will not be enjoyable since it is quite sour and has a bitter taste in that state. It is no wonder a lot of people prefer to cook it with some sugar. In other simpler words, the rhubarb plant has one of...

Miso is a paste that is made from soybeans and then fermented. Most people use it to add saltiness and an umami flavor to their dishes. What is a good miso substitute? Tahini, soy sauce, dashi, tamari, fish sauce, salt, and vegetable stock are good miso substitutes. Before we get...

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...

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....