Food & Cooking

The TTB’s (Tax and Trade Bureau) August 2020 results for U.S. beer production have been released and they are in line with what was expected, 2020 versus same month 2019 shows a 2% increase. August 2020 barrel production was 15,733,232 versus 15,411,347 same month 2019. For the YTD period, January-August […]

When the weather gets hot, frozen desserts like ice cream could be the best refreshing treat. During the summer, so many colorful varieties of fruit and berries are available. So, it could be a great idea to make the most of the fresh flavors of summer with tasty and nutritious […]

All the focus now seems to be on hops, barley malts and yeast. But, if beer is 95% water shouldn’t we think about the impact water has on flavors, aromas, and mouthfeel also? If you have ever tasted unpleasant water, it would probably not be an ingredient you would want […]

Carrot cake is a confectionery conundrum: it seems you either love it, or you hate it. But either way, theres no denying the appeal of this rich dessert throughout history. Food historians tell us that the origins of carrot cake were likely a type of carrot pudding enjoyed during medieval […]

If you recently found a passion for cooking, a slow cooker can be a big help in your learning process. It can help you cook more complicated dishes with just little effort. But as a beginner, it’s ideal to prepare simple recipes first even with the use of a crock […]

Upon thinking about birthdays, fun, gifts, and cake are the three foremost things people ponder. The birthday cake is a particularly special tradition within many cultures, making it an integral part to any celebration. Cake come in many shapes, sizes, and types, but some people find that there are an […]

4300 BC Babylonian clay tablets detail recipes for beer. 3000 BC Chinese brewed beer called “Kui.” 3000BC The imperial Egypt of the Pharaohs- beer was already an important food item in the daily diet and was made from lightly baked barley bread. Beer was also used as a sacrament. 2100 […]

There are two main beer-making ingredients that you can grow. Both hops and barley can be grown at home if you want. Hops are known by the scientific name humulus. It is commonly referred to as hops vines, however the term vine is misleading. The hops plant is actually a […]

Phirni is a dish which is easy to adore, it’s a jewel of the North Indian cuisine. Phirni is basically a creamy milk based dish, it’s an energy food and is possessed with a high protein value. Rice adds to the nutritional value of the dish. The best part about […]

Men are notorious for not cooking. First, they have mom doing all the cooking. Then, if they dare live alone for a while, they cook for themselves, usually a small repertoire of meals that consists of ravioli in a can, Spaghettios, rice and/or ramen noodles. Eventually, they meet that “special […]

There are many different versions of Maamoul one can either buy or bake. These Mediterranean cookies are famous in many countries and are loved by people of all ages. They come in different fillings and forms. All versions are very close to each other in the sense that they are […]

What about a fancy Indian dessert for the Valentine’s day dinner? This phirni parfait is the perfect dessert to make on the special occasion of Valentine’s day. The delicious and creamy lotus seeds phirni is loaded with fresh fruits and the crunch of pistachio. Too good to be true! Phirni […]

Organic beer is becoming one of the popular drinks among health conscious beer drinkers. This beer like other organic foods has a number of benefits. They are made with organic ingredients, which mean no pesticides. There are similarities in the making of organic beer and regular beer. The differences between […]

The flavor of beer has many elements – barley, hops, and yeast. Some in the malting industry lament that barley has not received its due when it comes to imparting beer flavors. Hops has been the center of conversation over the past few years. Whatever your perspective, beer is about […]

In the mood for any seafood dish for lunch or dinner? Try shrimp – it cooks quickly, is very versatile and can be used in thousands of different recipes. On top of it all, this delicious seafood is healthy and well-loved by both adults and children. Choose any of these […]