Category: What’s Cooking?

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Zero gravity cooking

August 20, 2014 No Comments

A feast for all the senses, food has been inspiring photographers for a long time. Many photos that glorify food or illustrate magnificent recipes are already all over the Internet. And some of these are more innovative than others. The ones that German artists Nora Luther and Pavel Beker have just published belong to this […]

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Bringing mojito mint back to life

August 12, 2014 No Comments

I don’t know about you, but each time I buy fresh herbs, I end up wasting some because I don’t know what to do with so much. This is often the case with mint. Every year, we rent a cabin along with some dietitian friends and mojitos are always on the menu! This time once […]

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A Refreshing Mojito in Mint Condition

August 11, 2014 No Comments

When planting mint, you’ll discover how rampantly this herb grows. Luckily, it can be used in an almost infinite variety of sweet and savoury dishes. One way to enjoy this refreshing herb on a hot summer’s day is to prepare a delicious mojito, the national cocktail of Cuba. There are several variations of this classic.

Tree of 40 fruit

August 9, 2014 No Comments

Apricots, peaches, plums, cherries, and thirty plus other stone fruits, all growing on the same tree. Do you think it is possible? Yes, such a tree exists for real. A Syracuse University art professor is getting worldwide attention for his “Tree of 40 Fruit”. Sam Van Aken created this tree through grafting different varieties. The […]

Chefs (and pharmacists) buy private brands

August 7, 2014 No Comments

Private or house brand products are visible everywhere, both in supermarkets and in pharmacies and they are better priced than major brands. But does this mean that they are of poorer quality? There’s no reason to believe so, since pharmacists and chefs prefer them for their personal use.

5 environmental benefits of eating insects

August 5, 2014 No Comments

The use of insects as food and feed has many environmental, health and social/livelihood benefits. For example:

Health benefits of eating insects

August 4, 2014 No Comments

According to the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), edible insects are an incredible resource to feed populations. This ecologically sound solution has positive impacts on our health. The nutritional content of insects depends on their stage of life (metamorphic stage), habitat and diet. However, it is widely accepted that:

Insects, food of the future

August 4, 2014 No Comments

The United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) believes that in order to feed the 9 billion inhabitants on the planet by 2050, the current production will have to be almost doubled. But given the constraints of space, water and global warming, innovative methods need to be developed and we have to turn towards new […]

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5 diet-related tips for a pregnant or nursing woman’s spouse

July 30, 2014 No Comments

Spouses play a hugely supportive role during as well as after the nine months of pregnancy. A great deal has already been written on the many ways of helping moms-to-be, both emotionally and practically: Accompanying her to the doctor, attending childbirth preparation classes with her, decorating the nursery together, etc.

5 facts about eating fish during pregnancy

July 29, 2014 1 Comment

Women who eat fish while pregnant give their growing fetus important nutrients. Fish is a unique choice among the Meat and Alternatives food group because of its fat profile; compared to other choices, fish is generally lower in saturated fats and higher in the long chain polyunsaturated omega-3 fatty acids eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic […]

5 basics of healthy eating for nursing mothers

July 29, 2014 No Comments

An adequate, but not necessarily perfect diet is important to ensure proper nursing and prevent burnout.

9 ideas to inspire your little chef

July 27, 2014 No Comments

  Cooking with kids is a great way to connect and spend quality time together as a family while teaching little ones important healthy eating habits. So get cooking with your little chef today!

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