Posted on: 13 August, 2006
Author: Morgan Hamilton
It seems it is if there is quite a bit of interest about herbs these days, and there's a lot to learn about them. Books, magazine articles, blogs, and help publications all list articles and information about herbs with regularity. They serve two main purposes, first off they add flavor to our foods and secondly, they have health qualities. There is so much information to absorb on this topic that it's a good idea not to worry about learning everything there is to know all at once. Many individuals in ancient times would spend literally their entire lives studying herbs...
Posted on: 25 June, 2006
Author: Eddy Chavey
A special report on the breakfast habits of Iraqis including information on recipes, special customs and the effect of war on regional breakfasts. Under the regime of Saddam Hussein, breakfast had already been in danger. During the last five years of his rein, it was reported that 400,000 Iraqi children under the age of five died of malnutrition and disease. Beyond killing breakfast eaters, the regime was literally killing breakfast. Substantiated stories tell us that Saddam Hussein ordered the clearing of millions of date palms in an effort to root out snipers during the Iran-Iraq War. As youll see, dates...
Posted on: 25 June, 2006
Author: Mary Hanna
The many uses of fresh herbs introduces you to the many ways of using fresh herbs. You can use them in cooking, to flavor vinegars and oils and even to make a facial mask. The versatility of herbs is truly amazing and this article is a stepping stone for you to start your own culinary collection using fresh herbs. Herbs are fun and easy to grow. When harvested they make even the simplest meal seem like a gourmet delight. By using herbs in your cooking you can easily change the flavors of your recipes in many different ways, according to...
Posted on: 24 June, 2006
Author: Mary Hanna
All good cooks want their dishes to have distinctive flavors. To achieve this you should use fresh or dried herbs for a subtle change in taste. This article shows you how to use herbs to liven up your culinary repertoire. Sometimes you just get tired of using the same old recipe that tastes the same time after time. But we are all so busy we are looking for easy ways to spice up are repertoire. One way that many cooks forget is to use blends of herbs to add subtle flavor distinctions. The French have been doing this forever. The...
Posted on: 07 June, 2006
Author: Gary Matthews
Lets face it protein is an essential nutrient. It is vital to your health and is used to build muscles, skin, hair and nails. However, many people put their health at risk by eating too much of it. So what you need to do is to consume just enough protein to allow your muscles to be healthy, perform work and grow. But how much is just enough? Please read this article to find out. Lets face it protein is an essential nutrient, and is vital to your health and is used to build muscles, skin, hair and nails. However, many...
Posted on: 19 May, 2006
Author: Jason Gluckman
In early times, chef hats were made of starched cloth and held together with whalebones to provide a unique style of hats. The whalebones disappeared shortly but the style remained with a few alterati... In early times, chef hats were made of starched cloth and held together with whalebones to provide a unique style of hats. The whalebones disappeared shortly but the style remained with a few alterations and a lot of starch. Also, the cloth hats had to have the pleats and the starch helped hold them in place. The pleats and the styles still exist in the present...
Posted on: 19 May, 2006
Author: Jason Gluckman
Chefs wear distinct hats known as the toque blanche or, in more popular words, a chef\'s hat, while working in kitchens. One of the main reasons to wear a chef\'s hat is to stop any stray hair on the ... Chefs wear distinct hats known as the toque blanche or, in more popular words, a chef\'s hat, while working in kitchens. One of the main reasons to wear a chef\'s hat is to stop any stray hair on the chef\'s head from falling into the dish being prepared at that moment. Many chefs wear a head net that covers the...
Posted on: 19 May, 2006
Author: Jason Gluckman
A chef\'s uniform consists of different pieces of clothing to complete the attire. Although most of the chefs do not wear all the pieces, most of the restaurants and big chain hotels insist on the che... A chef\'s uniform consists of different pieces of clothing to complete the attire. Although most of the chefs do not wear all the pieces, most of the restaurants and big chain hotels insist on the chefs being properly attired in the entire uniform. A chef\'s uniform generally consists of a head net or chef hat; a bandanna, chef neckerchief, scarf, bow tie or Swiss...
Posted on: 19 May, 2006
Author: Jason Gluckman
Chef hats are a unique family of hats, highly distinguishable anywhere in the world. They identify the chefs, and the traditional variety of hats can even provide an insight as to the chef\'s experien... Chef hats are a unique family of hats, highly distinguishable anywhere in the world. They identify the chefs, and the traditional variety of hats can even provide an insight as to the chef\'s experience in the field. Even though all the chefs and cooks and others working in the kitchen wear these chef hats, each would have a different style of hat, based on their ranks,...
Posted on: 04 May, 2006
Author: Elizabeth Morgan
The majority of bottled water drinkers prefer to use single serve containers instead of in glass containers due to the various advantages they offer. They are convenient and easy to carry as well as s... The majority of bottled water drinkers prefer to use single serve containers instead of in glass containers due to the various advantages they offer. They are convenient and easy to carry as well as small and portable, making them easier to just in a bag when on the move. Most of the drinkers are the students, people who travel frequently, and athletes. Apart from being...