A Dutch proverb says: “A country rich of herrings gets by with very few doctors.” The same applies to salmon: the omega-3 fatty acids contained …
Low’n slow: The history of Barbecue
The word barbecue originally comes from the Spanish language: the Spanish explorer Oviedo y Valdés, who explored South America in the 16th century, first used …
Whisky or Whiskey? Production and ingredients (2.)
Continued from part one Whisky has been one of the most popular spirits for many centuries – not least because of the relatively few ingredients …
Whisky or Whiskey? History and origin (1.)
Until today, it is the subject of fierce debates whether whisky originated in Ireland or in Scotland. Whisky from Scotland has long been the top …
Dry aging: Formerly standard, now commendation
Dry aging is more than just a fashion term: Dry aging refers to the dry aging of meat on the bone. The basic idea of …
Black Forest Ham: Ancient craft
It is one of the most famous hams in Europe: Black Forest Ham is a smoked raw ham. When there were not yet refrigerators available …
Le Gruyère: Spicy, fruity, full of character
Le Gruyère is appreciated worldwide for its fruity and strong aroma. The name Gruyère was first mentioned in a document in 1602: the government of …
Parmigiano Reggiano: Tradition since over a thousand years
Parmigiano Reggiano, known as Parmesan cheese, is named after the Italian province of Parma, where it was first produced 1500 years ago. Parmesan is obtained …
Dornfelder: More than a simple red wine
It is one of the most famous red wine varieties in Germany: the Dornfelder. The variety is mainly grown in the wine-growing region of Palatinate. …
San Marzano tomato: Volcano, Sun & Sea
If one visits the small town of San Marzano sul Sarno in late summer, one can smell the aromas of cooked tomatoes in the air: …