Food Articles

Food is the sustaining force of life. Napoleon Bonaparte said that "An army marches on its stomach". Our body needs a minimum number of calories depending upon individual needs, for normal daily functions. Some foods add to our general well-being whilst others are detrimental to our health in excess quantities. Cooking is one of the oldest human activities. As society evolved, regional cuisines developed their own flavor and identity. Each region nurtured its own identity in the form of sumptuous culinary creations. Traditional recipes were passed down through the generations.

Our food section will focus on various regional cuisines. In addition, we will take a look at some specialty areas of cooking - desserts, baking and confectionery as well as making jam and preserves. A well-planned meal goes well with the right beverages, be it wine, cider or cocktails. Our beverages section will set your taste buds tingling with an assortment of beverages. We will also take a look at various health food options - organic food and the nutritional aspects of various foods. Our health food section will also focus on health food, natural food and low-fat cooking.

Jewish Kosher food is based on religious dictates that do not allow mixing of dairy and meat products. Today raw food also finds many takers. They believe that such uncooked food has higher nutrient values that are not destroyed by the cooking process. It is not uncommon to find genetically modified food these days - variegated roses, giant pumpkins, strains of wheat with twice the yield and eggs with less cholesterol.

Food allergies are triggered by an immune system that releases massive amounts of chemicals and histamines. Our articles on food poisoning and food allergy give you a complete insight into the symptoms that characterize these conditions. Our food section will also cover the phenomenon of fast foods - their convenience and nutritional aspects as well as their repercussions on the dietary lifestyle of the young.

If you are seeking information and recipes on various regional cuisines - Japanese food, Mexican food, Thai food, Italian food or even Hawaiian food, look no further.

Join us in this gastronomical expedition. Savor the flavors of distant lands. Look up various spices and condiments that go into flavoring meals. From the simple home cooked meals to gourmet meals and world cuisine, we have something for each one of you!