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  It starts in the ocean and ends up on the table. Yes, seafood makes its way to the table in many  different forms.It is a favorite of many and eaten more frequently than steak. Seafood is known to be a rich source of vitamins,  minerals, omega-3 fatty acids and iodine. Lobster, an expensive type of seafood , is usually served boiled. They thrive at the bottom of the ocean and are known to live for a very long time. Countries like Japan, are well known for their love of seafood.  Katsuobushi - this Japanese tuna dish, is made of dried,  fermented skipjack tuna. Smoked herring is a favorite of countries like Scandinavia,  the Caribbean and the Netherlands. Bacalao, dried cod fish, a favorite in Spain and Italy.   Fish and chips is a British favorite. A seafood celebration on Christmas Eve is a common Italian - American tradition.The Philippines also has  its own seafood celebration. Paella - a popular Spanish dish, is made of different types of se...

  Food origins As we continue to explore food origins, we know  that wheat is a staple of many countries. In some countries, bread is served with every meal. Cereals, beans, dairy products, grains and bananas  are included in the staple foods family. Wheat grows in the fields and winds up on the table as cakes, breads, muffins and cookies. Wheat is grown in India, the USA, China, Russia and more.                                            This recipe yields 2 loaves. I would like to share a delicious Banana Bread recipe.                                                                                     Oatmeal cookies These are delicious!

  Food origins Let us take a  closer look at food origins. There are many foods such as rice, potatoes, corn and wheat (in the form of breads, cakes, pies), which are used as staple foods in different countries.  These foods are generally economical and readily  available. There are other staples which will be discussed later. Rice is a staple food of many countries. It can be served hot or cold. Most rice is grown in Asia, in countries like China and India. Rice grows in swamp land and will wind up on the table   of many, as a main meal. There are some wonderfully  flavored rice like Jasmine or Basmati.   Potatoes are a  known staple in many countries like England and Ireland. However, the origin of the potato is not Europe, but the Andean mountains of  South America.   The potato originates from a specific area of Peru and Bolivia. Cassava, another staple that originates in South America.   Above , differ...

Hi guys, Welcome to: "All Things Food". We will begin to explore every aspect of food, from cooking, eating, celebration, culture, allergies, hygiene , fast food, origin of foods, energy foods to be used on the run and more. Let us start at the very beginning. Why do we eat? Food is a great source of nourishment. We eat for health, taste, as a way to communicate and to celebrate special occasions.   Food is as much a necessity as the air we breathe. Food  choices may be cultural or medically ordered. We will  discuss these in greater detail later. People travel all around the globe. Some travel for pleasure, work, health reasons and more. Regardless of the reason for travel, food is a necessity. Friends and family are outdoors, camping.Food is prepared in a simpler way, than at the table.  The  London  pub also known as a public house. Pubs can be found throughout Great Britain  ( England, Scotland and Wales).  Pubs are a   wonderful ...

  The smell of coffee  is close by. A passerby can hardly resist the smell. Where does coffee come from? Coffee is grown in  countries  like Ethiopia,  Colombia , Brazil and Peru. It is an interesting fact that coffee originated in Ethiopia, in an area known as Kaffa.The Coffea plant produces a seed which has a pip. This pip is used for coffee.  Sugar is a commonly used sweetener. It adds flavor to our food and can produce energy as well. It makes  its way to the table in many forms.  It is used in cereals , breads, pastries, tea, coffee, desserts   like ice cream, pies , tea,  coffee  and more. Sugar starts off in the field, in the form of a sugar cane plant. It is a wonderful and nutritionally sound food.  It is rich in vitamins and minerals.The sugar cane plant grows in tropical countries like the Caribbean islands, Philippines, Brazil, Mexico, India and more. Salt as we know it, is a very simple commodity. It is not on...

  Happy Easter to each and everyone of you.