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Simple Soul Food
If you didn't already make the assumption by reading the title, I am from the south. To be more specific, I'm from Nashville, Tennessee. I am one of those rare "born and raised" Nashvillians that are hard to come by these days. If you are familiar with Nashville then you know what I mean...if you are not familiar with Nashville, well then that's another topic for another day. My city is known as music city but what it really is is so much more. It's southern culture, southern charm and southern grace. We talk slow, dance fast and we love to eat! Hot chicken, whiskey and cornbread are easy to come by here and if you are ever so lucky enough to chat with a local, then you are in for a treat. They will give you all the best kept secret southern restaurant recommendations. If the restaurant looks run down and the floors are covered in grease, be prepared for a mind-blowing feast. And whatever you do, do not pass up on the blackberry cobbler and be sure to have it topped with ice cream..and no you don't have to share!
By Ayla Custer8 years ago in Feast
Fight the Freeze with Flavor!
As our days get shorter and our sleeves get longer, the inevitable chill that slowly pales the amber California summer creeps in. While we can’t control the temperature outside, we can decide to use this shivering season to our advantage. Fight the frigid with flavor...like that from halibut—light and fresh, and deliciously simple. Its charred, sweet, and citrus hints are the perfect compliments to the bold and smoky Rojo Legume Soup that will raise your spirits as well as your temperature.
By Kyle Curtis8 years ago in Feast
Delicious Ways to Replace Carbs
So many people wrongfully think that a gluten-free diet will make them lose weight. This extremely common misconception has caused this once medically necessary diet for a select few to double as a diet fad amongst a wide range of people. Let's break down this misconception: there is some truth behind gluten-free diets helping you lose weight; if you stop eating grains all together and change your diet to feature mostly fresh meats and veggies that aren't deep-fried or covered in bread, then you will lose weight. Studies have shown that consuming less carbohydrates can make a considerable difference in your weight loss and overall energy level. So, today, I'm going to walk you through what low-carb looks like and what it can do for you then give you some suggestions for carb-free alternatives to help supplement your cravings.
By Megan Medeiros8 years ago in Feast
5 Ways the Cold War Shaped Today's Global Food Landscape
Unless you're over the age of 30, you probably haven't lived through, or don't remember, the Cold War, a decades-long ideological battle between the American-led West and Soviet-led East. But regardless of whether you recall the Cold War or not, its legacy lives on in some unexpected ways, including in the way we eat food across this planet. Here are just a few of the ways that the Cold War shaped our foods today.
By Logan Carmichael8 years ago in Feast
Pack Your Lunch!
It wasn't too long ago that I downloaded an app on my smartphone called "Spending Tracker" in a desperate pursuit to gain control of my frittering money. I first started using the app by placing my chequing account on record with the current balance entered in as the category of my salary income. Following this, I then began tracking each and every expense I had and placing the transactions of my card under different categories; phone bill, savings investment, bus fare, clothing, entertainment, and most expensively, food. After a week or so went by, the focus of my investments had been narrowed down and eating out began to become a shameful habit.
By Megan brook8 years ago in Feast
Afternoon Tea
How civilised it must have been when Afternoon Tea was a delightful little ritual to participate in, at three or four, in the English home. Nowadays it's a treat and this menu is slightly more elaborate or substantial than just a slice of seed cake or buttered muffin with tea! However, when you only make the effort once in a blue moon, there is certainly excuse to lavish several of the variants in a single sitting! It is a nice get together to organise between friends and family, maybe sharing out the different elements of the 'tea' so the workload isn't put upon one individual making the whole experience relaxing for all. Here is a menu for inspiration and a few recipes and tips to help you on your way to the perfect Afternoon Tea!
By Olivia Knibbs8 years ago in Feast
The World of Cheese
Health Benefits Helps prevent cavities:Cheese has very high amounts of calcium. Calcium is a key factor for having strong teeth. Cheese also has low amounts of lactose, believe it or not. Lactose can actually be harmful to teeth. Fun Fact: older cheese has less lactose in it then younger cheese. Cheese prevents cancer: Cheese has Conjugated Linoleic Acid and Sphingolipids in it, which is helpful in preventing cancer. Cheese also has Vitamin B which helps body function and helps fight disease. Strong Bones: Cheese contains Vitamin B and a lot of calcium which is good for bone structure. Eating cheese while pregnant or breastfeeding is good for the baby as it makes their little bones strong. Also, consuming Calcium and Vitamin B is recommended for elderly people because they tend to have brittle bones. Prevents Hypertension: Now, for you that don’t know what hypertension is, it's when you have high blood pressure. If you are hypertensive, sodium and cholesterol are bad and you must be careful choosing the cheese you eat. Cheese with high-fat levels are more popular since they are more delicious, but due to health concerns low-fat cheese is starting to be introduced.
By Kaylee Anderson8 years ago in Feast
Slimming World Breakfasts
We all know how it feels. We wake up in the morning and we feel like there's not enough time to eat a proper meal for breakfast, either because of taking the kids to school, knowing the roads will be busy, or simply because we fancied an extra ten minutes in bed (that's me).
By Kitkat Jonesy8 years ago in Feast
