Ethnic eats have always been popular in the U.S. As a country of immigrants, we’ve brought our foods with us, offering comfort and a way to stay connected to our pasts. Small, ethnic restaurants span much of the country, often located in neighborhoods that have drawn immigrants from a common country. But while it’s relatively […]

What makes something taste Italian or Lebanese or Moroccan? Whether mixing vinaigrette, seasoning chicken or developing the layered nuances of a soup, understanding the flavors of ingredients that help to define various cuisines can be extremely useful. Every cuisine has its regional variations. For example, Basque cuisine is vastly different from the classic dishes from […]

The holiday season is over, and the weather is starting to warm up. Now that you’re thinking summer and pool season, you may be regretting those extra servings of stuffing. We all think, ‘how am I going to lose this holiday weight?’ If you didn’t follow through on your New Year’s resolution, no worries, a […]

2019 may be Year of the Pig on the Chinese Calendar, but vegans are making a claim that the year belongs to the non-meat eating group. Being a vegan before 2019 meant that you were part of a microscopic percentage of the population that was stereotyped as being snooty, high maintenance, and a bit pretentious. […]