There are thousands of different cocktail recipes that are available online and from other various sources around the world. However, they all use the same four key ingredients; alcohol, mixer, garnish, and ice. But, did you know there are only 77 cocktails that are officially recognised by the International Bartenders Association (IBA)? The IBA splits…
A Recipe for Tom Yam Goong Tom Yam (or Tom Yum) Goong is a hot and sour prawn soup that is considered by many to be Thailand’s most iconic dish. The Thai word “tom” refers to the boiling process, as in the making of a broth, while “yam” refers to a spicy and sour salad….
A Recipe for Fisherman’s Soup Fisherman’s soup is a hot, spicy, fish dish that originates from the Szeged region of Hungary, where it is known as halászlé. Traditionally, the soup was prepared by fishermen over an open fire along the banks of the rivers where they had just fished. Aficionados of the dish insist that…
A Recipe for Egg and Cheese Soup Egg and cheese soup is a dish that originates from Italy, where it is called ‘stracciatella’. The name is derived from the verb ‘stracciare’, which means “to shred”. Preparing the dish involves pouring an egg and cheese mixture made into a simmering meat broth, causing shreds to form….
Recipe for Spanish Chickpea and Chorizo Stew Did you know? Chickpeas Archaeological evidence found in Eygpt supports the fact that chickpeas have been cultivated for at least 7,500 years. Originally found in the Mediterranean, North Africa and the Middle East region, chickpeas are now popular across the world. Chickpeas are a highly nutritious legume, being…
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