Shoko Konno, Correspondent (Food) The days are getting shorter and the cold weather has set in. Autumn, the time when people tend to have a good appetite, is finally here. A question often raised is that why does food taste more delicious in autumn and how do we develop a better appetite during this season? Initially, the idea of autumn appetite came from Japan when the thoughts were not popular in other countries. These reasons […]
Michelle Winfield, Correspondent (Food) Has that chocolate bar been eyeing you up again? Whether we’re sitting at our desk, on the sofa or in the library, before we know it, the chocolate bar has been devoured, alongside a packet of Doritos and Haribo. When the mid-afternoon hunger pangs start to kick-in and our resolve to stop these snack-attack binges crumbles, the temptation to munch on convenience food is at its peak. But listen up, […]
Cliona Elliott, Editor (Food) Wheatgrass is possibly the healthiest plant grown on Earth and in just 75ml of the bright-green liquid lay the key to good health. In fact one shot glass of juiced wheatgrass is equivalent to an astonishing 1kg of green vegetables, contains all 8 amino acids and also vitamins A, B, C, E and K. Considering only 1 in 11 people consume the recommended daily amount of fruit and vegetables, a […]
Cliona Elliott, Editor (Food) Situated between Turkey, Iraq and Afghanistan, Iran’s political situation is constantly in the focus of the media spotlight. But having one of the world’s oldest human civilizations, Iran has a rich cultural history including a delicious cuisine. Iranian or Persian cuisine has both influenced and been influenced by its close neighbouring countries and shares culinary similarities with central-Asian, Iraqi and Turkish cuisine. Popular Middle Eastern dishes such as kebabs, which […]
Cliona Elliott, Editor (Food) When I think of Ireland I think of luscious green fields, cosy pubs in quaint villages and of course a cold pint of Guinness. But what about Ireland’s national cuisine? Ireland is famed for its potatoes, and it’s true that most of their dishes are made with potatoes. Think of homely, rich and comforting dishes that will warm the cockles of your heart on a bitter winter’s evening, because that’s […]
Cliona Elliott, Editor (Food) It is quite possibly a known fact that every kid loves Halloween. They get to dress up in fun costumes and go around their towns with bags to collect sweets and chocolate. I am pretty sure that if teens and adults could still get away with it, they definitely would! Behind the scary masks, gooey eyeballs and fake blood, Halloween has a long history. But where did it all begin? Halloween, […]
Cliona Elliott, Editor (Food) Thinking of pumpkins, I automatically associate them with ghouls, ghosts and blood. They are one of the most traditional customs of Halloween, but it was not until recently that I learnt a bit more about the pumpkin (and its unheeded identity as an individual vegetable!) Belonging to the squash family, pumpkins are widely available from October to December. Their bright orange and yellow skin, and sweet orange flesh is really […]
Cliona Elliot Editor (Food) “Beans, beans are good for your heart…” – and I’m not just talking about the ones in a can. In our marvellous world there are so many different kinds of beans, some of which you may not have even heard of. Used in international cuisine, beans are a staple food in many dishes, and are also great alternatives to meat and fish as each variety is rich in essential vitamins and […]
Alex Chapman Editor (Food) We’re all familiar with the fad diets and miracle products all promising to help us not just shift extra pounds, but look after and maintain our health. But when it comes down to the tough resolution of transforming your health, it doesn’t always have to be a daunting prospect. Just by making a few simple food swaps to your everyday diet can really make a difference. If you’re a fan […]
Radvile Dauksyte, Correspondent (Europe) Autumn – the time of harvest, the time of experimenting in the kitchen, the time of coming back to coking by yourself rather than under the guidance of your (grand)mother. That always comes as a challenge. After a good holiday it seems like from a range of skills you are left with just a few: how to use a microwave and how to boil pasta… It’s time to say to yourself: […]
