Tracing the Historical Roots of the Quaint Tradition of Teatime

Tea time has always been a custom associated with the English. However, not many know that this practice started in France more than two decades before tea found its way to England where it was introduced by King Charles II as a tradition to the elite and wealthy section of the society. Then, his successor, Queen Anne, made it a standard practice among the general masses when she chose tea as the preferred drink to start the day over the more commonly drunk ale. Soon, tea also came to be drunk as an accompaniment to the evening meal during the Industrial Revolution. (more…)

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Peeling Back the Layers of Culinary Myths

We live in a world abounding with myths – some related to our daily lives, others related to our religious beliefs and some even connected to cooking. In fact myths are especially abundant in the culinary world. How many times have you heard that you need to salt the aubergines before you cook them, or you must prick sausages before you fry them? But is there any truth behind these practices that have been handed down for generations? Let’s find out and see if we can’t make your life simpler in the kitchen.

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The Fast Food Joints that Changed the Face of American Fast Food

The moment one thinks of America what pops into the head is an amazing variety of fast food – gigantic pizzas with every topping imaginable, three-tier burgers with cheese oozing down the sides, and spicy, crunchy tacos that set your mouth on fire (which you probably enjoy anyway!).

Most of the top franchises that have become the lifeline of American fast food germinated in the 1950s. The two most popular ones from that era happen to be Burger King & McDonald’s. Let’s look at how these restaurants created history and track their journey to incredible success. (more…)

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Saké – the Japanese Drink for Gods

In Japan, saké is considered to be drink for the Gods. It is not uncommon to find shrines to ‘Matsuosama’ – the most important sake-brewing deity – inside several Japanese breweries. This 100% natural drink is made from rice, koji (an enzyme), yeast, and of course water. There are around 65 different strains of rice that are used to make saké, and the most expensive and prized strain among them is the Yamada Nashiki, which is also considered to be the ‘king of saké rice’. (more…)

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Jerry Thomas: The Jupiter of Olympus Bar

When you walk into a bar and place an order for your favorite cocktail, do you ever stop to think who is to be thanked for the few minutes of pleasure you get? Who thought up these amazing creations, mixing one drink with another, garnishing it with a slice of lime and adding that snazzy pink umbrellas that ladies like so much? If you feel the inclination to raise a prayer of thanks to the man who started it all, you may want to keep this name in mind – Jerry Thomas – also nicknamed “Professor” Jerry Thomas. (more…)

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