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When you think of Greece, philosophy, democracy, and the Olympic Games likely come to mind. Yet, Greece is also home to some delicious dishes that are often overlooked. While the cuisine of Greece might not be as widely known as food from other countries, there are certain foods that you must try when visiting this … Read more
Does your pizza always turn out runny and watery whenever you make it? If so, there’s a high chance there’s a problem with your pizza-making ingredients such as tomatoes being too runny, or retaining more moisture than can be evaporated during baking, making your pizza turn out soggy. So how do you get water out … Read more
If there are two words that come to mind when you think about Italian cooking, they are “fresh” and “authentic”. Although we tend to imagine every ingredient in every recipe will be direct from the garden, that’s not always going to be practical. With that in mind, do Italians use canned tomatoes? You might be … Read more
Most people think of pizza as right up there with pasta as authentic Italian food, but not all pizzas are created equal in authenticity. As far as proper Italian pizzas go, there are certain ingredients, like basil, that are must-haves. Basil is a key ingredient in many Italian dishes, including pizza. If you want to … Read more
Italian food is beloved around the world, and it happens to be so cherished for one reason: Italians know food. Many classic Italian recipes have been perfected over generations of families, and one such recipe includes tomato sauce. A debate surrounding tomatoes still exists about tomatoes, however; do Italians peel tomatoes for sauce? Many Italians … Read more
Tomatoes come in endless variations and are popular additions to numerous dishes such as salads, soups, stews, and even sauces. One popular variety is the San Marzano, but does this variety need to be peeled before it’s eaten? Like most tomatoes, San Marzano tomatoes do not need to be peeled before they are eaten. However, … Read more
Many Western countries will have their dinner as part of their daily routine and it makes up a very major part of the day. Of course, not all countries are the same, and what each country will eat will differ – so too will the times they eat. In Croatia, dinner is usually served anytime … Read more
Croatian food is delicious and the traditional Croatian cuisine is not given enough air time in our world! It isn’t uncommon for people to not be particularly aware of what Croatian food includes. From risotto to peku and brudet, there are hundreds of different types of dishes that are indicative of Croatian culture. Croatian food … Read more
Breakfast in Spain is very different from breakfast in America. Spain has a diversified culture and a rich gastronomic history. Breakfast varies by area in Spain, although it is one of the most important meals of the day. Breakfast is particularly important to the Spanish, and they enjoy a wide variety of dishes to start … Read more
Food is a language that unites people around the world. And often the best thing about visiting a new country is trying the new delicacies that are native to where you are going to stay! But if you’ve never stayed in this country before, such as Croatia for example, it can be hard knowing what … Read more