Month: December 2022

Many people are becoming more aware of their health and the food they eat as the New Year approaches. Healthy food will not only make you look and feel better, but it can also help you feel great. Here's where seafood comes in.  Seafood is not only low in bad stuff but also full of good stuff. Seafood is rich in nutrients like vitamin B, B-complex vitamins, and vitamin A. Tuna, for example, is rich in vitamin D which is good for your bones and immune system. Seafood Can Boost Your Brain We all could benefit from some extra brain power, let's face it. Good news: Omega-3s found in seafood can help with this. They can improve brain development in children and adults, and they can also boost cognitive function in older women. This is some powerful stuff. Seafood Is Good for Your Hear...

Olives are a critical component of Turkish Cuisine. It doesn’t matter if it is the base of olive oil or the star of the breakfast table, olives are and will always appreciated. Türkiye has now established itself as one of the top five producers not only of olives but also of olive oils all over the world. It can be partly attributed to the Mediterranean climate and due to the fact that central Anatolia is believed to be the native land of the humble olive tree. Thanks to its deep historical, manufacturing, and cultural roots, it makes perfect sense that Turkish cuisine is frequently formed around the humble olive. The main areas for growing olive are close to the coast as expected, stretching to the Aegean from the Black Sea, reaching further to the east into Anatolia proper and a...

Once you have decided on the type of flour to buy, it is important to store it correctly. Flour should always be stored in an airtight container in a cool, dark place such as a pantry or kitchen cupboard. Do not store your flour near any heat source or direct sunlight, as this can quickly cause the flour to become spoiled.  Any baker knows that not all flours are created equal. Different types of flour can produce different baking results, such as texture and flavor. For example, cake flour is finer than all-purpose flour and makes a lighter, more delicate cake. Bread flour has higher protein content than all-purpose flour and yields chewier bread that rises better when kneaded. Properly stored flour will keep for up to a year, so if you buy more than you need in one go, divide it in...