Food Types

If you remember only one type of cheese when you hear the word mozzarella, then you’re still missing on all the different types of mozzarella cheese out there. From cow’s milk to mozzarella di bufala – and from fresh to smoked mozzarella, there is a litany of mozzarella varieties you probably don’t know about. The moment you have a bite of fresh mozzarella, nothing else comes close. In other words, the fresher the mozzarella cheese, the better the taste. We suggest you purchase your mozzarella from a local cheesemaker or simply learn how to make your own homemade mozzarella. Below … Read more

Romano is an Italian hard cheese made mostly from cow’s milk, sheep’s milk, goat’s milk, or a combination of two or more ingredients. There are different types of Romano cheese that have been produced since the first century B.C. Pecorino Romano, an exclusive Italian cheese, is the most famous example of Romano cheese. Romano cheese is a dairy that can amp up the flavor and this firm and full-bodied cheese are bolder, zesty, saltier, and a tad bossier than its relative parmesan. Use all the Romano cheese varieties on your pasta, steamed veggies, broiled fish, or baked breadsticks when you … Read more

Pepper jelly is exactly what the name implies: a jelly produced from any sort of pepper fruit. This jelly can be found to fit a wide range of preferences because of the vast range of foods found in the Capsicum genus, Solanaceae family, the scientific classification for peppers. It could be spicy, lovely, salty, or a mix of these flavors. Green and red bell peppers, jalapenos, and habaneros are among the most common peppers used to make jelly. Some types of pepper jelly varietals can be developed with a variety of peppers. Read on as we take a deeper dive … Read more

If you are not conversant with eating sushi and you find yourself in a Japanese restaurant, you might get thrown off the loop looking at the sushi menu. Which will you order? There are 100s of sushi roll varieties, such as shrimp tempura roll, dragon roll, spicy salmon roll, California roll, spicy tuna roll, spider roll, etc., and you are just there scratching your head — lost in the abundance of both nasty and great sushi. Pardon my language “nasty.” All sushi tastes good, just that if you are a shellfish allergy, you want to avoid Shrimp Killer Roll, so … Read more

Vinaigrette is usually made by mixing oil with an acidic solution such as lemon juice or vinegar. The mixture is usually enhanced with herbs, spices, or salt. The different types of vinaigrette are used majorly as salad dressings or marinades. When vinaigrette is traditionally made, it consists of three parts of oil and one part of vinegar. Vinaigrette originates from France and is a diminutive of the French word vinaigrette(vinegar). Earlier in the 19th century, it was referred to as French dressings. Vinaigrette is made with a variety of oils and vinegar. Some olive oils and vegetable oils such as … Read more

Most, if not all of us, should be conversant with pork meat. Pork is the meat gotten from domestic pigs, and it is often eaten unprocessed, but cured pork products are ubiquitous. These include smoked pork, ham, bacon, and even sausages. There are different types of pork cuts, such as pork butt, pork should, pork loin, pork side, pork jowl, etc. We will be talking about these pork cuts types in this article. Since it is very high in protein and rich in minerals and vitamins, lean pork can be an excellent addition to a healthy diet. What Are Pork … Read more

The world’s hottest pepper is constantly evolving. Every year, a new pepper is created or discovered to break a record. So, we decided to bring you the heat: the most up-to-date list of 27 hottest peppers in the world. Now, how does that sound?  “See-see-see soo-soo-soo!” But that is the way we love it because we can take the fire and fiery from spicy peppers. Carolina reaper is still the hottest pepper in the world, beating the likes of Trinidad Moruga Scorpion pepper, seven-pot Douglah, Naga Morich, 7 Pot Primo, etc. Be WARNED!!! This list is not for the faint of hearts! Either … Read more

Marinades are used to enhance the flavor of foods like beef, chicken, and vegetables. They are usually a mixture of oil, seasonings, and acidic ingredients, like vinegar, wine, or citrus juice. There are different types of marinades, which can be acidic, enzymatic, or oil-based. They work well with different foods, so to properly flavor your dish, you need to familiarize yourself with the different marinade varieties so you can choose the right one for your dish. What Are Marinades? Marinade are liquid solutions that you soak in foods and meats before cooking. The purpose of marinades is to add flavor … Read more