How to grow and propagate lemongrass, and how to use it for cooking
There are several kinds of lemongrass and they do look very similar to each other. But only Cymbopogon citratus (and Cymbopogon flexuosus to a lesser extent) is used as …
Kitchen
Divided into three sub-categories — ingredients, how-tos and tools — this section includes tips on choosing a kitchen countertop (in case you're remodeling) and kitchen organizing.
Is kale a good addition to Asian noodle soup?
Why not? It can be eaten raw or cooked. So as long as you prep the vegetable correctly, you can add it to your Asian noodle soup. The key is to discard the fibrous ribs …
How to slice brownies (and other cookie bars) neatly
I admit that cutting brownies, especially fudgy brownies, can be tricky. Do it wrong and you can get large chunks stuck on the knife ruining the shape of the brownies.
Labeling spice jars
We keep our kitchens (yes, plural) better organized by labeling spice and herb jars (not the caps) using fonts large and clear enough so the texts are easily readable.
What you should know about Chinese sausages
What is Chinese sausage? What does it taste like? How are they bought, stored and cooked? Read on for the answers and tips.
When making gravy, demi-glace is your best friend
In culinary school, Alex was introduced to demi-glace and she was instantly smitten. She ordered half a gallon of the stuff from the school’s restaurant and we’ve been …
Is it ox or beef tongue: buying tips, how to prep and cook
When cooked properly, beef tongue is very tender. A good cook can bring the level of tenderness to “melt in the mouth”. How is that done? Here are tips for buying, …