Nuggets are little pieces of food and drink related information that we find, that aren't quite big enough for a post.
Jul 02
I hate Brussel Sprouts! They are the devils food and there maybe a scientific reason why. There is gene mutation that exists in about 50% of the world’s population that cannot detect the bitter chemical, similar to Phenylthiocarbamide (PCT), in Brussel Sprouts. Hence only ‘mutants’ enjoy Brussel Sprouts, which is what I have always suspected.
Jul 02
Yesterday we picked way too many peaches at the home of our friends’ Nancy and Sam. After giving many away, I still have about 12 gallons of peaches that I need to process. Aside from making jam, ice cream, compote, liqueur, sherbert and even freezing them, I am looking for suggestions… Two months later and …
Jun 30
See “An improved hot dog – The Spiral” for more information on the technique
Jun 28
“Cooking with Dog”, is a Japanese on-line cooking show narrated by Francis, a miniature poodle. Just when you think Japan is weird enough, it gets weirder. However there are some great authentic Japanese dishes to watch how to make, if you can get over the absurdity of a dog sitting in the background and narrating. …
Jun 26
With the Summer Barbeque Season in high gear, how can any forget the fun we as children had when the adults allowed us to toast marshmallows over the cooling embers of the charcoal grill? Maybe the times have changed, but there is still fun to be had making S’mores whether with a charcoal grill or …
