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MALTING Balley Conversion In order to be fermented by yeast, the food reserve of barley, starch must be converted by enzymes into simple sugars. Two enzymes, a- and b- amylases, carry out the conversion. The latter is present in barley… Continue reading "Beer Making Technique – Step by Step Guide on How to Make Beer"
There are many types of liquor in the world. Some have existed for a long time, like beer or wine. Many have only been made during the last millennium. One of the relatively more recent one is gin. Gin is… Continue reading "Gin – From Kidney Disorder Cure To The National Drink Of England"
While Andorran cuisine is mostly Catalan, it also bears some influence from Italy and Spain, due to the close proximity to this small country. Due to its mountainous regions, sheep is a common livestock animal, making lamb the favoured meat,… Continue reading "Escudella Recipe – How To Make A Perfect Andorran Dish"
If you want to learn how to make wine, one of the first things you should do is learn about all of the different additives and chemicals that are used to make homemade wine. Pectic Enzyme is one of the… Continue reading "How to Make Wine – Pectic Enzyme – What is It?"
Where do these unique glasses come from? Port sippers were first used in Europe during the 17th century. They are known as “Schnapps Pfeiffe” and were made from a ceramic material. The unique design allows the spirits to be sucked… Continue reading "Port Sippers – Where Do They Come From?"
In the South of Italy, there are variations on the recipe for making the tomato sauce that goes with Pasta. Here is a recipe, given to me by my Italian Mother in Law, who comes from Messina in Sicily. The… Continue reading "How to Make Authentic ‘Pasta Asciutta,’ (Italian Tomato Sauce) to Eat With Pasta"
Game has a reputation of not being for the faint of heart, and gamy has been used to describe a range of tastes a lot of people find unpleasant. Numerous reasons have been proposed as the source of these flavors,… Continue reading "The Five Most Delicious Game Birds"
For those influenced by European culture, the main course, (known sometimes as the entrée in North America [but not elsewhere]) is typically the most important course of the day’s most important meal. In a European-style formal meal the main course… Continue reading "The Origins and Importance of Main Courses"
Cleaning The Black Truffle When you have fresh black winter truffles, do not clean them until your are ready to eat them. Other wise they will spoil quicker. Remove any soil from the black truffles just before using them in… Continue reading "Black Truffle Cleaning and Recipes"
Why does our society seem to seek every way to overcome sickness and disease other than looking in the best Instruction Manual that’s been around for thousands of years? Why do we avoid the simplicity of the basics when it comes… Continue reading "12 Healthy Healing Foods From the Bible"
Spain is Famous for its Fiesta’s. There is no doubt that the Spanish are the most noted Nation for their parties and Celebrations of their rich cultural history and traditions. Here we have put together a list of the best… Continue reading "Spanish Fiestas"
The loin of pork ranks amongst the tenderest and tastiest cuts on the animal. By far the best way to prepare it is to roast it. But, there are two classic ways to roast a loin of pork. The first… Continue reading "How To Cook The Perfect Pork Loin"
Prawns or shrimps are ideal for frying because they have such a short cooking time. You can either pan fry them or deep fry them and both methods are fast. It is best to use a non-stick wok if you… Continue reading "Perfect Prawns – Tips For Frying Prawns and Two Recipes"
A shot glass is a favorite choice for serving strong liqueurs and spirits, as well as miniature cocktails. These glasses are a great choice for drinking whiskey, sambuca, vodka, or tequila in a quick-fire manner. The fluid capacity is generally… Continue reading "4 Popular Types of Shot Glasses"
When you cook frozen lobster tails, it is best to thaw them first. You can either thaw them in a microwave or in the refrigerator. If you thaw them in the refrigerator, it will take anywhere from eight to twelve… Continue reading "Preparing Atlantic Lobster Tails"
If you want to make the best Marinated Grilled Shrimp, here are some easy tips to follow. Many people ask the question, “How do I marinade shrimp?” It’s quite simple really. You need to first find a recipe for a… Continue reading "How to Make the Best Marinated Grilled Shrimp"