Chocolate originated in South America from the seeds of the cacao plant. Native to the deep tropical regions of the Americas, it is naturally found in Mexico and spreads down towards the Amazon Basin. It has been cultivated by indigenous Americans for thousands of years and was first used as a beverage rather than a [...]
I have had trouble with caffeine all my grown up life. First it gives me a kick then after a while I get anxiety and I find it hard to concentrate and sometime I even feel nausea. I stopped drinking coffee and turned to tea instead but I soon discovered that it gave me the [...]
There is nothing quite like a hot, soothing bowl of homemade chicken soup, especially when you’re sick or when the weather starts getting cold. I am sure many of us have fond memories of Mom or Grandma fixing up a hot bowl of chicken soup when we were younger. Remember how comforting it was and [...]
Wondering how to make egg salad? Want to learn the best way to make a very delicious egg salad that everyone will enjoy and ask for a recipe? I have had some good egg salads and some great ones, and in this article I am sharing my tips for making yours great! So if you [...]
We lead busy lives, whether we’re rushing to get kids to soccer practice on time, juggling volunteer commitments, or, like me, rushing to meet deadlines at work. I write four to six romance and women’s fiction novels per year. Four to six full-length books, plus research, editing, promotion… the list never ends. I don’t often [...]
Pasta is a staple of many cuisines across the world, perhaps only following rice and bread. While many of us eat it, how many really know the different types available? There are far more than what you see in your grocery store.
How many types of pasta are there? Well, there are literally hundreds. Technically, pasta [...]
