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Schmaltz, the secret of many chefs and how to prepare it at home

Schmaltz, the secret of many chefs and how to prepare it at home

What if fat was the new liquid gold? What if the deepest flavor was hidden right where we were taught to trim? Not all that glitters is butter, and not all fat deserves to be banished. Meet Schmaltz. For years, animal fat was viewed with suspicion. Between the demonization of cholesterol and the "light" fad, there was a time when cooking with butter or lard was...

Is matcha running out? Japan faces unprecedented shortage...

Is matcha running out? Japan faces unprecedented shortage...

It is not just a tea or a passing fad. In recent years, matcha has conquered the coffee shops of half of Spain, has filled the shelves of herbalists and supermarkets, and has become the undisputed protagonist of thousands of reels, photos on Pinterest and influencers' mixers. Its intense color, its supposed antioxidant properties and its exotic air have made many people adopt it as a...

Surimi: the fake crab that fooled everyone!

Surimi: the "fake crab" that fooled everyone!

Have you ever eaten surimi thinking it was crab? Find out what the "fake crab" you find in sushi and seafood salads really is: how it's made, what it contains, and whether it's good or bad for you.

What really happens in your body when you eat spicy food?

What really happens in your body when you eat spicy food?

A little curry that heats up a little, a hot sauce that makes you shiver... And suddenly, your nose is running, your tongue is wagging, and your forehead is beading. It's almost like a mini-crisis... but delicious. So what exactly happens in your body when you eat spicy food? Is it good? Is it risky? Can it really "burn calories" as we hear...

Why you should never give your cat milk

Why you should never give your cat milk

The classic image of a cat drinking milk from a bowl is common in cartoons, films and even advertising campaigns. However, the reality is quite different: giving milk to cats can be harmful to their health.

Cold pizza? Here's how to reheat it like a pro at home

Cold pizza? Here's how to reheat it like a pro at home

Cold take-out or leftover pizza from the day before? No worries! Discover the best ways to reheat it at home: crispy underneath, stringy on top and as good as fresh out of the oven. All the tricks to say goodbye to the "wet cardboard" effect!

1 ingredient, gluten-free: the pie dough that fools everyone

1 ingredient, gluten-free: the pie dough that fools everyone

We often think of changing the filling in our savoury tarts, but rarely the pastry. And yet... the tart base can also be a departure from the beaten track! Today, we're zooming in on an idea that's as simple as it is brilliant: the grated potato tart base. Flourless, gluten-free, extremely practical... and delicious. Here's why we're adopting it without hesitation

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