Category: Cuisine
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Curious About Veganism? Here’s How to Get Started
Following a vegan diet not only reduces a person’s impact on the environment, but it is also associated with a range of health benefits, which is no surprise given the rising trend of plant-based foods. “With over 100,000 internet searches per month for ‘vegan recipes’ and ‘vegetarian recipes’, it’s clear there is a high demand…
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The Famous Brazilian “Churrasco” is the Signature Dish of Gaúcha Cuisine
Famous for its mild climate and European-influenced architecture, the state of Rio Grande do Sul is often visited by tourists who appreciate wine tourism and culinary tourism. After all, there’s nothing better than savoring a glass of good wine in the cool weather of Porto Alegre. The state capital offers incredible experiences for foodies who…
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Today is National Donut Day
Started by the Salvation Army in Chicago in 1938, the day honors “donuts,” which served as treats for soldiers on the front lines during World War I. Donuts have existed long before World War I, and we have the Dutch to thank for their existence. The Dutch made “olykoek,” which can be translated as oily…
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The List of Foods Most Contaminated with Pesticides
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Blueberries, loved by nutritionists for their anti-inflammatory properties, have once again stood out on the list of the most contaminated non-organic products with pesticides, according to the Environmental Working Group, a non-profit environmental health organization. To develop the 2023 shopping guide, researchers analyzed data from tests on 46,569 samples of 46 fruits and vegetables, which…
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More Than 400 Food Products Recalled Due to Possible Listeria Contamination
More than 400 food products sold under dozens of brand names have been recalled due to a possible listeria contamination, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced. The recall from Fresh Ideation Food Group LLC includes sandwiches, salads, yogurts, wraps, and other ready-to-eat products sold in nine states and Washington, DC, from January 24…
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2023 – An Important Year for the Food Industry
The retail food industry faced challenges and opportunities in 2022. This year brought ongoing disruptions from the COVID-19 pandemic and rising financial pressures due to inflation, dramatically increasing costs for both retailers and consumers. The Consumer Price Index for all consumers rose more than 0.4% from August to now, and all prices increased 8.2% compared…
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Ultraprocessed Foods Linked to Cancer Deaths, Study Finds
Eating more ultraprocessed foods increases the risk of developing and dying from cancer, especially ovarian cancer, according to a new study involving over 197,000 people in the UK. Ultraprocessed foods include pre-packaged soups, sauces, frozen pizza, and ready meals, as well as hot dogs, sausages, chips, soft drinks, store-bought cookies, cakes, sweets, ice creams, among…
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10 Myths About Nutrition You Need to Know
Soy milk may increase the risk of breast cancer. Fat-free foods are healthier than high-fat foods. Vegans and vegetarians are protein deficient. Some false ideas about nutrition seem to persist in American culture. The New York Times interviewed some nutritionists who highlighted the main ones. Check them out below. Myth #1: Fresh fruits and vegetables…
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Egg Prices Rise, Increasing Attempts to Smuggle Them from Mexico
First, let’s understand what is happening with egg prices in the United States. According to the Consumer Price Index, a measure of inflation, egg prices rose 60% in 2022, the largest percentage increase among any product or service in the country. The main justification for the higher prices is the historic outbreak of avian influenza…
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NYC Winter Program to Help with Your Economic Recovery
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New York’s tourism industry continues to recover, with projections to attract over 61.7 million visitors in 2023. In 2022, the number was approximately 56.4 million travelers visiting all five boroughs – a 71.4% increase compared to 2021 (47.4 million domestic and 8.9 million international). This marks the return of 85% of the city’s record visitation…