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Enjoying Culinary And Bacchanalian Delights In Prague

Prague, situated on the Vltava River, is the multicultural capital of Czech Republic and its history spans thousands of years. Today, it is a destination most tourists to Europe head to, and is the sixth most visited city in Europe. You can judge any city by the type of food and drinks they serve. Prague is a city where you get a variety of cuisine from fast food to a gourmets fare.

Prague restaurants serve a selection of cuisines, such as French, American, British, Cuban, Japanese, Indonesian, Indian, Mediterranean, Cuban, Italian, Mexican, and of course the Czech fare. A few Prague restaurants serve vegetarian dishes as well.

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Principles of Steaming

Good coking has been an integral part of the brilliant and ancient Chinese culture from the beginning, but it is only comparatively recently that it has been acknowledged outside China as one of the three great “original” cuisine of the world.

Steaming is a method of cooking which is used very frequently in China and almost all ingredients including meats, chicken, fish, vegetables, eggs, dumplings, rice and even cakes can be steamed successfully. The purpose of steaming is to retain the pure, natural flavor and color of the food. Here are a few tips to keep in mind when following the recipes.

1) You must have a cooking utensil big enough to hold comfortably a stand, the platter containing the food and sufficient water to produce a great volume of steam when the utensil is covered. Continue reading “Principles of Steaming”

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The 8 Most Common Migraine Triggers Foods

From coffee to oranges – helpful tips for avoiding those foods that may just trigger a migraine.

Those who suffer from migraine attacks know all too well. The throbbing headaches that occur after eaten something you know you shouldn’t have. What often follows is a pain to the side of the head, sickness, sensitivity to light, visual disturbances or aura. Attacks that can last from 4 hours (if your lucky) up to 72 hours (if your not) or even longer. The good news is that migraine attacks can be largely reduced or prevented if you avoid the most common migraine triggers..

From coffee and alcohol to processed foods and citrus fruits, studies show that certain foods are known to be migraine triggers.

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Vegetarian Cuisine

Rabbit food. That’s what my dad calls vegetarian cooking and cuisine. Salads and vegetables – can’t be anything more to it, can there? Oh, but there is. Vegetarian cooking is at least as varied as ‘regular’ cooking – and in some cases, far more imaginative.

Nearly thirty years ago, Diet for a Small Planet, and the follow-up cookbook, Recipes for a Small Planet hit the bookstore shelves with a resounding thud that still echoes. While many of the theories of protein complementarily that Frances Moore Lappe presented have been proven to be naïve by further research, the basic theories of eating and the wonderful meatless – and truly vegetarian – recipes endure. The Moosewood Cookbook and The Enchanted Broccoli Forest followed, and then an avalanche of cookbooks devoted to the vegetarian gourmet. Continue reading “Vegetarian Cuisine”

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Restaurants, the Best Location to Eat Someting!

People seem to love the exotic aroma of Indian spices and achaars. India is certainly the place for amazing Indian food but London is not far behind. London also plays host to some authentic Indian restaurants. From stylish and tasteful decor that reminds you of India to various chutneys, achaars and recipes, Indian restaurants in London seem to have it all. Indian restaurants in London are visited are surely visited for the love people have for India. The London restaurants boast its innumerable variety of delicious vegetarian dishes along with spicy and exotic non-vegetarian curries. The tempting Indian vegetarian dishes include Navratan Korma, Shahi Paneer Baingan ka Bharta, Daal Makhni etc and the non-vegetarian dishes are butter chicken, chicken tikka masala and sharabi kababi tikka.

Apart from Indian food, the culinary delights from Asia are also very popular. China, Singapore, Thailand, Malaysia and other places are also flaunted on the menu cards of other restaurants in London. The pan-Asian flavors dominate the dining scene in London for the enjoyable experience it offers. These restaurants provide for buffets as well as al’-carte. With colorful cocktails and some alluring mocktails, the Asian dining experience is heightened. Eating the most favorite and specialized cuisines from Asia sitting in your own home London, these pan-Asian restaurants in London certainly have their unique selling point set. Continue reading “Restaurants, the Best Location to Eat Someting!”

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Phlegm, Dampness and Chinese Medicine

Internal Dampness & Phlegm

Dampness and phlegm are accumulations that occur in the body that may make us feel ‘phlegmy’ or just heavy and tired. When our diet is out of sync with our body, our mind is working overtime, or when the weather is very damp and humid, we tend to become stagnant with damp and phlegm.

Dampness is generally considered a thicker/heavier viscosity than phlegm, however may be less obvious in physical signs. Dampness is sensed in the heaviness of the body and fogginess of thinking, and can be seen in the tongue coat.

Phlegm is thinner and manifests in a runny nose or wet type of cough. Continue reading “Phlegm, Dampness and Chinese Medicine”

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Learn About the 9 Surprising Health Benefits of Organic Coriander Seeds

Organic coriander seeds have a somewhat citrusy, nutty and floral smell that intensifies when roasted. Used in various foods, they add a depth of flavor and are a subtle aromatic. Coriander is an ancient spice that has been used since times immemorial. Beyond taste, organic coriander seeds have many health benefits.

Apart from the coriander seeds and coriander powder, the fresh green leaves and roots are also prized in many cuisines world-wide and are popular in Indian and Chinese foods. Other names for coriander are cilantro and Chinese parsley. Coriander is also used in breads, pickles, in marinades and rubs, and even some beers.

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Birthday Party Game – 9 Easy Tips To Create A Fun Milestone Birthday Trivia Contest

How do you honor someone special who is celebrating a milestone birthday and also entertain your guests at the same time? It’s easy! Just create a personalized trivia party game with questions that focus attention on the guest of honor’s history, personality and interests. Here’s nine simple steps to get you there.

1. Start a basic list of questions. You will want to discover the things your guest of honor likes the most. Write down his or her favorite color, movies, TV shows, songs, food, restaurant, store, vacation destination and hobbies. You can break it down further by getting even more specific. For example, in the food category, you could ask for his or her favorite fruit, ice cream flavor, candy bar, Chinese food, hamburger chain and Italian dish. Continue reading “Birthday Party Game – 9 Easy Tips To Create A Fun Milestone Birthday Trivia Contest”

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Chinese Customs In Gift Giving

Purchasing a gift is not always easy especially it is for someone from a different culture. This article provides some interesting information if the gift is for a Chinese.

As China is a big place with many provinces, the culture can vary depending on which province the person comes from; but there are some general themes that can be followed to avoid some embarrassments.

What you need to know?

To the Chinese, anything that brings prosperity, longevity or good fortune are fine and anything related or ‘sounds like’ death must be avoided. This rule applies to both numbers and colors that are being used in almost any occasions. Continue reading “Chinese Customs In Gift Giving”

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Woks – An Introduction

Introducing the Wok

Although many people have seen and used woks, there are also a great number of people out there who are unaware of what exactly a wok is and the advantages that they can bring. As a result, this article will provide an introduction to the features and benefits of the wok.

A wok is a traditional Chinese cooking vessel that is used extensively throughout South and East Asia, and has now become common in the kitchens of Europe and North America. A classic wok has an appearance similar that that of a frying pan, but with deeper curved sides and a rounded base. A modern wok has a flat base.

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