I look at it against the sunlight, just enough to give that little bit of extra taste, then swirl it around in my mouth and close my eyes with an mmmmm. No, I’m not gulping back some Grange Hermitage—rather, enjoying the delight of what is a world championship winning gelato, in Italy. There’s something about letting flavour coat itself on your tongue like a velvet carpet, to close one’s eyes and pick out the bursts and subtle undertones of a finely made gelato. We can all appreciate tastes that evoke an emotional response such as satisfaction, contentment and excitement. The sweet and frozen treat—gelato—has the ability to transcend mood, depending on quality, and where and how you eat it. Isn’t it just some fancy word for ice-cream? Well, sort of. If the term ice-cream is like saying ‘wine’, then gelato is a variety, like shiraz. With its distinct ingredients, preparation and storage methods, there are main differences to ice cream such as: High quality gelato is made daily, with fresh and quality ingredients. Maintaining the consistency, it is stored in a gelato freezer, which is not as cold as an ice-cream freezer, and thus gives a smoother effect. Like most ... [more..]

  There has been a lot of controversy lately regarding the numerous unnatural ingredients and resources used in the production of our food. Many people are skeptical and even scared when they hear that their meal has any association with pesticides, antibiotics, and growth hormones. As a consequence, many people have turned to organic food. Organics are in general better for you because they are produced without the use of most conventional pesticides, such as: synthetic fertilizers, sewage sludge fertilizers, bioengineering, and radiation. Furthermore, organic meat, poultry, eggs, and dairy products come from animals that are given no antibiotics and growth hormones. So why aren’t more people turning towards this healthier way of eating? Well one reason behind their hesitation is the cost. Organic food can cost 50 to 100 percent more than similar brands of conventionally grown food. So if you want to eat healthier, you should expect to be spending almost twice as much on your weekly food budget. Another problem which arises with organic food is the question of authenticity. Most organic foods have a USDA seal which means that a certified member inspected the farm. All foods with this seal have to be at least 95 ... [more..]

When it comes to delicious foods, you will find that meals and dishes come in all shapes, sizes, and types. Some people love a good, old-fashioned dish of spaghetti, and some appreciate a delectable dish of fried chicken. Whatever it is you like, you will find that having homemade sure beats eating out any day of the week. The benefits are going to far surpass any fast food you will find out there today. Authentic Mexican cuisine is one of those types of foods many people, such as myself, will prefer. Delicious, beautiful, and healthy. Who could ask for more? When it comes to our meals, we want something that tastes good. Especially when it comes to children, if the food does not taste good, it will not get eaten. Instead, the person will reach for a doughnut or a favorite pastry. Finding the health benefits you want is easy when you choose authentic Mexican cuisine. Once upon a time, many people thought this food from Mexico was all fried and saturated in fatty cheeses. This is far from the truth. While Tex-Mex food will often be fried or drenched in a favorite mix of cheeses, authentic Mexican cuisine is a healthy ... [more..]

These days (every day) we hear so much about our food being grown and raised in modified ways. More and more of us are searching for labels to help us make more health-conscious choices. We find labels that say things like "free range", "organically grown", "antibiotic and hormone free", or non-GMO". These phrases were mostly unheard of 10 years ago. So, what do these terms have to do with "organic food"? "Organic food" and "health food" are not interchangeable. Organic is very different. It must meet specific production standards which vary from what has become the normal process over the last thirty or so years. It's not so much that the foods themselves are bad - it's the modern technological preparation, processing and alteration that gets us into trouble. Look for the USDA Organic Seal Here in the United States, food must be certified organic through the National Organic Standard (NOS) Program, created to comply with the Organic Food Production Act of 1990. However , it was another 12 years (2002) before the U.S. Department of Agriculture produced the USDA Organic Seal to place on all foods that are at least 95% organic. Organic vegetables, fruits, grains and other crops must be grown ... [more..]