The Best Spanish Rice for Paella is Balila or Bomba rice. These rices are designed to take in the maximum amount of broth while still retaining its firm texture. Italian Rice like Arborio or Caranoli rice are designed to melt and become creamy. They blend together becoming a soup like […]
Read MoreWhile Italy is best known for their pasta. There exist a second grain that is a major part of their diet, Rice. Their rice is grown and designed specifically to make the dish Risotto. It is a rice dish with a creamy exterior with an interior with a slight chew. […]
Read MoreIn America Prosciutto is known as the king of the cured ham. However, the Spaniards might contest that claim. Jamon Serrano and Jamon Iberico is their own version of cured ham. The prices that they command can easily rival that as prosciutto. While these hams may look similar to the […]
Read MoreTo Italians, polenta is a basic staple in their diet. Much like rice, bread or potato is to other culture, its meant to be a bland grain to balance the dish. However, polenta was not always held in such esteem. In the sixteen century when it was first introduced, polenta […]
Read MoreParmigiano Reggiano is the authentic Italian parmesan cheese made only in the Emilia-Romagna region of Italy. Parmesan cheese in america are not allowed to be called Parmigiano Reggiano, hence the name parmesan cheese. What really sets these two cheese apart is the manufacturing process. True Parmigiano Reggiano needs to be […]
Read MoreKakigori or Pat BingSu is a popular shaved ice dish found throughout asia. What the dessert consists of is finely shaved ice topped with Condense Milk and various condiments. Depending on which part of Asia you go to, you might find different ingredients. However, the most common one you will […]
Read MoreShaoxing Wine (紹興酒) is a commonly used wine in Chinese Cuisine. This wine originated from the region of Shao Xing in China. There have been records of the use of shaoxing wine for at least 2500 years. While it can be drank, most people use it primarily for cooking. In […]
Read MoreTianjin Preserved Vegetable is pickled cabbage that originated in Tian Jin Region of China. The literal meaning of this vegetable is winter vegetable. It is very salty with a slight chew and crunch. The most popular brand for this is the clay pot variety that is glazed brown. Although other […]
Read MoreNissin Chow Mein Teriyaki Beef is a quick and easy way to eat teriyaki beef at home. All you need to do is fill in water and hit the microwave button. However, this method is kind of a waste of energy. There is no specific instructions on how to cook […]
Read MorePreserved Plum Candy is a traditional Chinese Candy. It is dried to a jerky like texture. The flavor is quite pungent and off putting for those who have never eaten it. Most would just put the whole thing in the mouth. To eat it properly, you are only suppose to […]
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