The wok is perhaps the most important kitchen equipment in Chinese cuisine. It is incredibly versatile and can be used for a myriad of applications, the most common of which has to the stir-fry. Stir-frying is almost alchemic; using high temperatures and precise techniques, the expert Chinese cook can whip up dishes in literally seconds….
Month: August 2021
The Miracles of Milk
Milk. The fluid that nourishes all mammals through infancy, and defines our position in the animal kingdom. It is packed full of nutrients, and is an essential part of a healthy diet. The 90s have really driven home the nutritious benefit of the glass of milk, from the super-catchy Amul ad jingle to that unforgettable…
La Dolce Vita
Italian Food 101 (Part 7) We’ve reached the final part of our Italian odyssey, where we end on a sweet note, talking about treats like gelatos and panna cotta, and finally wrap things up by talking about the importance of traditionalism in this fact-paced world of rapid change, innovation and fusion. Click on the link…
From Savoury to Sweet
Italian Food 101 (Part 6) We’re almost near the end of our journey, at that momentous point where we shift from the savoury domain to the realm of dessert. This week, we discuss Italian mains beyond heavy meat dishes, from veggies to seafood to even chicken. From there, we move on to dessert, with heavy…
The Gourmet Glutton 