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Obesity in the UK parallels the US, is soda to blame?

Obesity in the UK parallels the US, is soda to blame?

There is still a lot of talking about the amount of sugar in soda, the over consumption by children (and the population on the whole) as well as soda’s links to obesity. Some states in the US have banned larger format sizes from being sold, others have removed vending machines from schools.  Has it helped?  Will it?  In the UK,…read more →

Experience Mexico any time with Jarritos

Experience Mexico any time with Jarritos

I am a person that has always enjoyed the experiences that other cultures can provide. Having grown up in the United States, I found it very easy to learn about these cultures through making friends that would come here for a better life. Over the years, I have made hundreds of friends that would give me the experiences of having…read more →

End of the world apocalyptic foodie rant

End of the world apocalyptic foodie rant

So, what the duck.  The world is ending and here we are still worshiping cupcakes, pithy remarks and safe recipes.  The cake pop has been heralded as the next big thing.  No wonder the world is ending.  It should, but perhaps not how we think.  Perhaps it’s the four glasses of wine talking, perhaps it’s season one of Californication playing…read more →

Traditional holiday dinners: What’s cooking in different countries

Traditional holiday dinners: What’s cooking in different countries

Every country and culture in this world share one major theme when it comes to their Holidays… food.  Whether they are abstaining or practicing gluttony, most families have traditional dinners they enjoy during the holidays. Turkey and ham seem to be the most popular in North America, but it is interesting to see what others are eating around the world. …read more →

The life of a cask [Infographic]

The life of a cask [Infographic]

Ever wonder how a cask is made, or why they use them?  It’s quite a process, and the tradition has been around for a very long time.  Many modern wine makers have switched over to metal, but using casks in many opinions is an art, and is essential to properly age and refine a good wine or whiskey.  Here’s an…read more →

How coffee revolutionized the world [Infographic]

How coffee revolutionized the world [Infographic]

Coffee… stimulating,  social, man’s best friend.  Whether you frequent a Starbucks, hang out at a diner, drive through Tim Horton’s, or actually make it at home, people have become very intertwined with the rich and dark liquid. Coffee has been intertwined with human history, and has been carried alongside great men and women for centuries.  Has coffee revolutionized the world? …read more →

Cooking with Jerry- A Chinese culinary lesson

Cooking with Jerry- A Chinese culinary lesson

As a Canadian, I have fond memories of going to the local Chinese Buffet restaurant and eating a ridiculous amount of sweet and sour pork, fried rice, chicken balls, even some beef and broccoli and chop suey. How ethnic! Chop suey! After being in China for over a month now, I can safely say that none of the above qualify…read more →