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How to preserve Port wine after opening: a complete guide

How to preserve Port wine after opening: a complete guide

Port is a Portuguese fortified wine known for its rich and complex flavors. Unlike many wines, Porto can last for weeks or even months after opening if stored properly. However, to ensure that it retains its quality and flavor, it is crucial to follow a few important tips.

Why is pinsa becoming increasingly popular with pizza lovers?

Why is pinsa becoming increasingly popular with pizza lovers?

Over the past twenty years, a new culinary trend has taken Italian restaurants by storm: pinsa. A variation on the pizza, it is distinguished by a lighter dough, longer maturation and a mix of flours that give it a texture that is both crisp and light. Its success is largely due to its dietary arguments: it's easier to digest and has fewer calories than...

The ultimate trick that will change the way you buy fish

The ultimate trick that will change the way you buy fish

Did you know that you can tell a white fish from an oily fish just by looking at them? At the fishmonger's, sometimes it is not so easy to tell the difference between the two, but there is an infallible trick that will allow you to recognize them instantly. Do you want to know what it is? Read on and discover the secret that will change the way you buy fish.

After taking antibiotics: What to eat to help your gut recover?

After taking antibiotics: What to eat to help your gut recover?

There was a before and after after the discovery of penicillin in 1928. This antibiotic, used to treat infections, turned certain life-threatening conditions into treatable conditions. However, antibiotics, while fighting pathogenic bacteria, can also affect the "good" bacteria that make up our intestinal microbiome. Although in most cases...

The rise of flexitarianism : why eat less meat?

The rise of "flexitarianism": why eat less meat?

Eating less meat is the trend of the moment! Whether for health or environmental reasons, or simply for variety, flexitarianism is gaining ground. But what exactly does it mean? Why are more and more people choosing to become "flexitarians"?

Hypothyroidism: 8 foods you should avoid at all costs!

Hypothyroidism: 8 foods you should avoid at all costs!

Hypothyroidism is a condition in which the thyroid gland does not produce enough hormones to regulate metabolism, resulting in symptoms such as tiredness, weight gain, sensitivity to cold and mood swings. In addition to proper medical treatment, diet plays a key role in managing this condition. Some foods can interfere with thyroid function or the absorption...

Make the most of the power of these seeds that everyone is talking about: what they are, how to use them and why you should try them.

Make the most of the power of these seeds that everyone is talking about: what they are, how to use them and why you should try them.

In biscuits, cookies, milkshakes, and even in jams. They are everywhere. Chia seeds are experiencing an unusual popularity in these present times. Their benefits are on everyone's lips and there is no media that does not talk about this (new?) superfood. Is it really as healthy as it seems? How to take them to be nutritionally beneficial? What recipes could you prepare with them? We tell you...

Don't be fooled: Are your olives really black or dyed?

Don't be fooled: Are your olives really black or dyed?

Black olives are an ideal complement to many dishes and appetizers, an essential ingredient in gastronomy, especially in Mediterranean cuisine. But did you know that not all black olives found in supermarkets are the same? It is possible that the black color of the olives you buy is not natural but dyed. Learn how to identify them and don't be fooled!

Surprising uses of rosemary in the kitchen and beyond

Surprising uses of rosemary in the kitchen and beyond

Until recently, rosemary for me was nothing more than a simple aromatic herb that added a delicious touch to my dishes. I used it to spice up a roast chicken or to flavor a rice dish. But one day, a memory from my childhood came back to my mind, a moment I had never related to this plant so common in my kitchen. I remember the glass jar that my grandmother kept in her apothecary,...

Skyrocketing prices: 5 everyday foods facing the highest price increases in 2025

Skyrocketing prices: 5 everyday foods facing the highest price increases in 2025

In 2025, consumers witnessed significant price hikes in many food commodities. Factors such as the climate crisis, geopolitical tensions, and rising energy costs contributed to these price increases, profoundly affecting the shopping cart. Below, we analyze five foods that have experienced the most pronounced increases.

Improve your metabolic health with these 5 powerful plant proteins!

Improve your metabolic health with these 5 powerful plant proteins!

Insulin resistance affects more people than we think, and can be a precursor to type 2 diabetes. Fortunately, insulin sensitivity can be improved by eating a diet rich in plant proteins. These foods are not only nutritious, but also accessible and easy to incorporate into a balanced diet. But which foods to choose...

If you eat sushi like this, you're doing it wrong: what a Japanese would never do

If you eat sushi like this, you're doing it wrong: what a Japanese would never do

Sushi is much more than food; it is a centuries-old tradition that balances taste, texture and presentation with almost ritualistic precision. Outside of Japan, it has become a gourmet experience, but did you know that there are wrong ways to eat it? What to many seems like a harmless gesture-such as mixing wasabi into soybeans or biting a nigiri into several pieces-to a Japanese person is an alteration...

Super Bowl and junk food: an inevitable alliance?

Super Bowl and junk food: an inevitable alliance?

Super Bowl is one of the most watched sporting events in the world, attracting millions of viewers every year. But beyond soccer, it's also a must-see event for food lovers. Far from being a mere detail, food plays a central role in this celebration, where culinary traditions are marked by abundance and excess. Between conviviality and over-consumption, we tell you more ;).

Insects on the menu soon? The European Union paves the way for a new way of eating!

Insects on the menu soon? The European Union paves the way for a new way of eating!

No, this isn't an episode of Koh-Lanta. This Monday, February 10, 2025, the European Union authorized the incorporation of Tenebrio molito r larvae powder, better known as mealworm, into various food products. This decision marks a turning point for the food industry, in its quest for sustainable alternatives to animal proteins. We tell you more ;).