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Why Does Mortadella Have Pistachios in It?

Why Does Mortadella Have Pistachios in It?

Hey foodies! Have you ever wondered why Mortadella has those delightful pistachios scattered throughout or even nuts in some cases? Today, we’re diving deep into the world of Mortadella—a delicious Italian sausage with a surprising twist.  So grab a slice…

Sardines Versus Anchovies, Which Tastes Better?

Sardines vs. Anchovies, Which Tastes Better?

How common it is to see two small, almost equal-sized fishes, sardines, and anchovies, and start wondering, do they really taste differently? If you find yourself thinking about how differently sardines and anchovies taste or whether anchovies just taste like…

Troll Crab: Comparison, Identification, Taste, and Cooking Method

What is Troll Crab & What You Need to Know About It

It just turned out wondrous when the big TV show, “Deadliest Catch: The Viking Returns,” introduced the troll crab commercially, and many of you, like me, started scrolling the web pages to get information about it like: Honestly, my studies…

Brownrice taste stronger, which is more nutty and sweet than earthy.

What Did Brown Rice Taste Like to Me?

During the last few days, as a fan of healthy and clean eating practices, I wrote an article on the health-friendliness of brown rice based on extended research. It motivated me to try brown rice myself–I was new to their…

How Many Kg Biryani for 5, 10, 15, 20, 25…100 People?

How Many Kg of Biryani Do You Need for a Party?

So, you’re hosting a dinner or lunch for your dear ones and want to know how many kg of biryani, like chicken biryani, mince biryani, beef/mutton biryani or vegetable biryani you need? Let me guess: you want to ensure that…