Vinegar
Vinegar (vyn egre; sour wine) is an aqueous solution of acetic acid and trace compounds that may include flavorings. Vinegar typically...
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Brent MacGillivray
May 203 min read
Havana Cuba Today
Havana was founded by the Spanish in the 16th century. It served as a springboard for the Spanish conquest of the Americas, becoming a...
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Brent MacGillivray
May 96 min read
Oil
Oils are fats refined from plant seeds, nuts, beans, or fruit. They are mechanically or chemically extracted, refined or unrefined,...
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Brent MacGillivray
May 84 min read
Pour some Sugar on me Baby...
Sugar is the generic name for sweet-tasting, soluble carbohydrates, many of which are used in food. Simple sugars, also called...
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Brent MacGillivray
May 66 min read
Hold the Salad
My grandfather considered "Salad" to be rabbit food...LOL. He was a wonderful man and lived well into his 80's without them. I think...
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Brent MacGillivray
May 33 min read
The Art of the Tart
A simple pastry crust, prepared with flour, fat, salt, and water, becomes a great vehicle for diverse preparations both sweet and savory....
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Brent MacGillivray
May 15 min read
"The Versatile Spice: Exploring the Many Uses and Benefits of Black Pepper"
Black pepper (Piper nigrum) is a flowering vine in the family Piperaceae, cultivated for its fruit (the peppercorn), which is usually...
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Brent MacGillivray
Apr 284 min read
Pass the Salt?
In common usage, salt is a mineral composed primarily of sodium chloride (NaCl). When used in food, especially in granulated form, it is...
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Brent MacGillivray
Apr 263 min read
Eggs, Natures Perfect Food
From simple scrambled eggs to the trendy Shakshuka, Canadians are enjoying eggs in so many different and delicious ways. Eggs are also...
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Brent MacGillivray
Apr 244 min read
The future of Food
Whether it’s called meatless meat, cultured meat, or cellular agriculture, the quest is on for providing clean, guilt-free meats for...
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Brent MacGillivray
Apr 223 min read
"How to Create Delicious Meals with Custom Menus, Recipes, and Shopping Lists?"
Home cook or Professional Chef, the process of creating menu's, recipes and shopping lists can be a difficult task. Pen to paper, which...
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Brent MacGillivray
Apr 195 min read
Getting started in the Professional Kitchen
The best chefs know how to get organized for optimal production and efficiency. Their organization begins with a professional attitude,...
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Brent MacGillivray
Apr 175 min read
Season to Taste
Flavor is created through balanced combinations of complementary foods, seasonings, and cooking techniques. The perception of these...
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Brent MacGillivray
Apr 156 min read
1. "How to Start Your Own Organic Garden: A Beginner's Guide"
You've been trying to eat more organic foods, both to decrease the amount of pesticides you and your family consume and to help protect...
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Brent MacGillivray
Apr 121 min read
Desserts to Lure You Out of Hibernation
While you can find most types of fruit at the supermarket all year long, many of them were shipped thousands of miles to get to you....
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Brent MacGillivray
Apr 102 min read
" Delicious Spring Vegetable to Celebrate the First Crops of the Year"
Which fruits and veggies are in season in spring? Winter begins to thaw at long last, bringing an explosion of colourful flowers, the...
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Brent MacGillivray
Apr 84 min read
"Exploring the Fascinating World of Mushrooms: A Guide to Types, Benefits, and Culinary Uses"
Prized for their versatility and meat-like heft and texture, mushrooms are popular worldwide—and they come in many forms. Different types...
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Brent MacGillivray
Apr 54 min read
Steak and Potatoes
I'm not really sure where i am going with this one...I just really like this picture. Simple in it's elegance, yet complex in it's...
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Brent MacGillivray
Apr 35 min read
"Mastering the Art of Cooking Perfect Meat: A Comprehensive Guide for Beginners"
This is a very broad topic, so for today I'm going to narrow it down to Spring & Summer cooking methods. Specifically, roasting,...
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Brent MacGillivray
Apr 14 min read
"AAA", Eh! Know your Beef.
In a few short months, we will be in BBQ season... Yea it's coming. Shopping for meat(beef) should be a pretty basic thing, but it's not....
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