Pesto sauce is considered one of the most famous condiments in the world and its history goes back to mid-19th century in Liguria. Its preparation method originally consisted of pounding and smashing leaves mixed with other ingredients (usually raw garlic, salt, and olive oil) in a marble mortar with pestelludi wood (which is what gives the […]
Continue readingCrème ganache was conceived by Paul Siraudin, confectioner and former playwright, and introduced into the Parisine food scene in 1870. Ganache is one of those delicious inventions that don’t require much preparation. Dark bittersweet chocolate and cream are basically all the ingredients you need. Although you’ve probably already tried it on pastries and chocolate cakes, you […]
Continue readingThe freezer can preserve the shelf life and quality of most foods. Since roughly the mid-twentieth century, freezers have become an indispensable appliance for every single home on the planet. No matter how good your freezer might be, it cannot guarantee the best results every time, and you should take the necessary measures to make […]
Continue readingFor those who want to abstain from meat, falafel is a delicious alternative meal, consisting of deep-fried chickpeas that can be prepared in the form of balls, burgers, or even waffles. In typical Middle Eastern dishes, they’re served in pita bread sandwiches and accompanied by hummus (a chickpea-based dip) or tahini (a sauce made from […]
Continue readingTrader Joe has been an integral part of American pop culture since its foundation in 1958, in Pasadena, California. It has received numerous awards and honors, and currently has around 500 stores across the United States. Its pizza dough is currently one of its staples, and it’s basically pre-made dough that has a similar shelf […]
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