Gong Fu Chinese Tea Tasting part 1

Drink recipes, Exotic World Recipes, Instructions 101, Reviews

I had an incredible eye opening experience. And I have to admit I never thought I would say this following a Chinese Tea Tasting, but I was left in awe after trying 5 very high grade tea samples from Teavivre. A high quality tea is so much more refined, pure and...

Jordanian Tomato Soup, a a lovely buttery and slightly sweet soup

Exotic World Recipes, Salad and Soup Recipes

This Jordanian Tomato Soup gives a lovely buttery and slightly sweet taste with the exotic touch of cinnamon. Serve with rice or bread as the Jordanians prefer. It’s time for the MENA Cooking Group (Middle Eastern & North African). This monthly group has...

Pork Sag Curry with the Clipso Pressure Cooker

Exotic World Recipes, Main Course Recipes, Reviews

When I moved out of my parents home I invariably inherited some kitchen items that my mom had in 2s or 3s, or some of my grand mother’s old things. One such treasure handed down to me was a dark avocado green aluminum pressure cooker. You know the kind with...

Great book gift ideas

Buying Guides, Cookbooks, Instructions 101, Reviews

Still looking for a few great gift ideas for the chef or foodie in your life? I have a few excellent suggestions for you today. This is a very varied mix of books touching on recipes, travel, health and treasures to be found in the pantry. I have been enjoying every...

Slow Cooker Mu Shu for Two

Cookbooks, Crock Pot Slow Cooker Recipes, Exotic World Recipes, Main Course Recipes

How many old-school appliances do you have in your kitchen that you use still? I have a handheld mixer, my grandmother’s standing mixer, also her potato masher. Although not an antique, I also enjoy my slow cooker, also called a crock pot. It took a while...