Southern fried chicken, also known simply as fried chicken, is one of the most popular dishes in the US. It consists of chicken pieces that have been coated with seasoned flour or batter and pan-fried, deep fried, pressure fried, or air fried. The breading adds a crisp coating or crust to the exterior of the … Read more
A mooncake is a Chinese bakery product traditionally eaten during the Mid-Autumn Festival. On the festival mooncakes are regarded as a delicacy. They are offered between friends or on family gatherings while celebrating the festival. The Mid-Autumn Festival is the second-most important holiday after Chinese New Year with a history dating back over 3,000 years, … Read more
Tofu also called bean curd is a soft, relatively flavourless food product made from soybeans. It can be silken, soft, firm, extra firm or super firm. Beyond these broad textural categories, there are many varieties of tofu. Tofu has a subtle flavor, so it can be used in savory and sweet dishes. It is often … Read more
Nori is a dried edible seaweed used in Japanese cuisine It is made from species of the red algae genus Pyropia including P. yezoensis and P. tenera. Production and processing of nori is an advanced form of agriculture. Farming takes place in the sea where the Pyropia plants grow attached to nets suspended at the … Read more
Toblerone is a Swiss chocolate bar brand. It is known for its distinctive shape, a series of joined triangular prisms. Toblerone is produced in Bern, Switzerland and the bear symbol of the city is depicted in the logo. It is a subsidiary of Mondelēz International, Inc., formerly Kraft Foods (not to be confused with Kraft … Read more
Noodles are a type of food made from unleavened dough which is rolled flat and cut, stretched or extruded, into long strips or strings. They are usually cooked in boiling water, sometimes with cooking oil or salt added. They are also often pan-fried or deep-fried. Noodle dishes can include a sauce or noodles can be … Read more
Foie gras is a specialty food product made of the liver of a duck or goose. According to French law, foie gras is defined as the liver of a duck or goose fattened by gavage (force feeding). In Spain and other countries, it is occasionally produced using natural feeding. Ducks are force-fed twice a day … Read more
Fondue is a Swiss melted cheese dish. It is served in a communal pot (caquelon or fondue pot) over a portable stove (réchaud) heated with a candle or spirit lamp, and eaten by dipping bread into the cheese using long-stemmed forks. Besides bread, anything that tastes good with melted cheese on it will make an … Read more
Nachos are a Mexican regional dish from northern Mexico that consists of heated tortilla chips or totopos covered with melted cheese (or a cheese-based sauce), often served as a snack or appetizer. More elaborate versions of the dish include other ingredients, and may be substantial enough to serve as a main dish. The original nachos … Read more