Hoshigaki are Japanese dried persimmons. There are mainly two kinds of persimmons: amagaki (sweet persimmons) and shibugaki (astringent persimmons). Amagaki are delicious eaten raw, but shibugaki are not. When shibugaki are dried in t…
Family Features) – Figs, those California fruits that love sunny climates, are turning up on more and more restaurant menus and family dinner tables. We’re fig-uring out that these sweet and luscious fruits bring depth and variety to many different di…
The warm, crunchy, golden brown staple on breakfast tables in more than 90% of American homes is one of life’s simplest pleasures. This humble breakfast hero is also an iconic symbol of all that’s right and good in American life.Toast is the great lev…
Influence and Western popularity : Thai food is known for its enthusiastic use of fresh (rather than dried) herbs and spices as well as fish sauce. Thai food is popular in many Western countries especially in Australia, New Zealand, some countries in E…
Holidays and get togethers can bring a feeling of dread for those with food allergies, but they don’t have to! Living without traditional recipes does not have to mean giving up your favorite foods! Thanksgiving is the perfect example. Making a glut…
