Food – Some Kinda Good

Food Roulette

Lorenza Doyle — Thu, 15 Nov 2018 12:37:41 +0000

Roulette is a fun game of chance that could mean winning big but could also mean losing big. If you’re someone who loves taking a safe risk and trying something new, why not try food roulette? It’s just as fun as the original version, but a whole lot tastier.

How to Play

You can play food roulette by using a traditional roulette wheel, but instead of the regular rules, you can place small food items on each space. If you land on that space, you eat what’s there. You might also place slips of paper on each space, each one telling you what you’ll eat when you land there. If you don’t have a roulette wheel handy, consider playing with dice and assigning each food item a number rolled.

Who Should Play

Anyone can play food roulette! If you’re not sure of the rules you can read all about the game at Live Roulette Casino, but kids and adults alike can enjoy a rousing game of food roulette. In fact, the game is a great way to encourage picky kids to try new foods. And if you have any adults in your life who aren’t very adventurous, challenge them to try something new by playing food roulette at dinnertime or during a party. Likewise, if you’re in a food rut and always eating the same things for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, food roulette is a great way to build new items into your repertoire and keep from getting bored at mealtime.

Fun Variations

There are a few fun ways to mix the game up and keep it fresh and new at the same time. Perhaps instead of putting actual food items on the roulette wheel, put recipes on the wheel that you’ve been wanting to try. Give the wheel a spin and you’ll instantly know what you’re having for dinner. If you love traditional roulette, you’ll love playing it with food. No one will be able to turn down a fun game of roulette that ends in enjoying brand new and tasty foods.

The Joys of Homemade Asian Cuisine

Lorenza Doyle — Thu, 25 Oct 2018 08:27:59 +0000

When you want to find a new hobby, consider what you already like: It is possible that you like Asian food at restaurants, or perhaps enjoy Asian takeaways. Have you considered learning to prepare, cook and present these dishes in an authentic style? This could be a new fun and enjoyable hobby to explore.

Learning to prepare authentic meals.

Learning to cook authentic European dishes has been fashionable for a while, however, preparing traditional Asian meals has been more difficult. In the past, authentic ingredients were only available in speciality stores. The recent availability of the proper ingredients in high street supermarkets, is allowing budding chefs to create traditional dishes from Japan, Korea, China, Thailand and Vietnam.

Use the correct tools and settings.

It is easy to buy the tools, implements and crockery used to prepare and present these dishes in department, speciality or internet stores. Learning the skills can be achieved at cooking classes, by watching cooking channels on television or through streamed internet videos. Learning to roll sushi, or make kimchi at home, is just the start.

Create a traditional atmosphere at home.

Often the presentation of these dishes and drinks involves some ceremony or etiquette. The correct use of chop sticks and serving spoons can also be acquired. When having a dinner party, being as authentic as possible helps to create the atmosphere. Eating at low tables on the floor or having a traditional tea ceremony are atmospheric and can help your new hobby to be enjoyed by yourself and your friends.

Stress-Free Dinner Parties

Lorenza Doyle — Mon, 26 Mar 2018 13:55:00 +0000

One of the most rewarding and intimate ways to spend time with friends is to have a leisurely dinner party, followed by some relaxed group activities. There’s no better way to spend quality time with your loved ones, and, let’s face it, these days we all have such busy schedules that it’s not often that we can get together and spend real time catching up. One stumbling block for some is the prospect of hosting a gathering. What if you’re not a confident cook? Can’t think of what to do after the meal? Here are a few tips for a successful and stress-free dinner party. When it comes to the food, keep it simple. Assemble some good-quality ingredients and let them speak for themselves. Seared steak with chunky home-cut oven chips and a medley of steamed vegetables will be very well-received. Just make sure that none of your guests is vegetarian, or else be prepared to make an alternative. A fool-proof and easy dessert is a brownie with a scoop of ice-cream. When the eating is over, it’s time for some fun. This is the perfect time to get out the poker set and play a few hands. As it’s between friends, there’s no need to play for real money, although some small stakes can make it more interesting. For an amusing twist, get some silly glasses, wigs and hats, and invent characters for yourselves. The great thing about playing poker with friends is that you can practise all your strategies in a safe environment. One suggestion is that the overall winner has to take on hosting duties for the next dinner. Hosting a party can be stressful, but if it’s well-organised and the food is not too ornate, it’s possible to enjoy yourself as much as your guests. The satisfaction of pulling off a successful evening will more than make up for the washing up that you’ll have to do.

Wine with Dinner

Lorenza Doyle — Wed, 06 Dec 2017 14:37:57 +0000

Choosing the right drink for your main course is often the last thing on your mind. The most special meals deserve amazing wines to go with them, so here is our easy guide to making the best matches.Turkey: Bear in mind that Turkey is low in fat and mild-flavoured, so you will need a medium-bodied wine that is low in tannins. For something different, try a spicy red like a southern-grown Grenache. It will hit the spot, and also go with a variety of sauces.Beef: Classic reds like Claret are great with a rib of beef, which has enough fat to mellow the tannins. Or you could go for Cabernet Merlot, or try the Margaret River wines from Australia. It’s worth spending a bit more on these wines.Ham: Hams with a lovely glaze are a popular favourite of many, and you could go for a full-bodied beer with a hint of sweetness, like a Porter. For a red wine option, look for one with sweet red fruits to echo the sweet glaze. Try an Aussie Shiraz or Chilean Merlot.Chicken: Classic stirred cocktails make a great match for roasted chicken. Hops admittedly help balance the caramel and complement the heat of spicy chicken. Sakes are also great when paired with grilled, seared or stuffed chicken. Try pairing a Pale Ale, or a good quality Japanese Sake, with your chicken dish.A golden rule when matching wine with food is that the flavour of the wine shouldn’t be more or less powerful than the food.A general tip – have a full-bodied white and a medium-bodied red on the table, and splash out on a good sweet wine to go with dessert. That’s sure to keep everyone in a festive spirit.

How to Eat Healthily

Lorenza Doyle — Fri, 01 Dec 2017 14:37:46 +0000

Many people often assume that to eat healthily means to go vegetarian. This is not the case. A person can eat meat but still cook in a healthy way. It’s all about balance, moderation and the way things are cooked. Outlined below are just a few ways that you can implement to have a healthier set of eating habits.The main ways to eating healthily is in the way the food is cooked. Number one on the hit list here is frying. Get rid of it, but if you really have to, try frying in lemon juice rather than in oil or butter. Healthier options include steaming, particularly for veggies. Boiling takes away a lot more of the nutrients whereas steaming simply cooks things through – a bonus here is that it leaves more of a crunch to the vegetables too. For meat, grilling is the way to go. Cooking directly under a heat source, a lot of the fat will be cooked off and disappear. The meat cooks through but won’t be sitting in its own fat. With this in mind, an uncovered dish can be roasted in the oven for a healthier option.For other areas of eating healthy it is important to have a balanced amount of fresh fruit and vegetables. Five a day is the recommended amount but eating more is only going to be good for you. Avoiding refined carbs will also help. Instead, choose whole wheat, rye or grains. Cooking with grains such as couscous or quinoa will give you a break from carb-laden rice and pasta.Finally, don’t over eat. Portion control is the aim here, but following these simple tips will see you well on your way to a healthier lifestyle.