Food
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The Nutritional Powerhouse: Unveiling the Benefits of Balut
Balut, a traditional Filipino dish which evokes several responses from the curious to the squeamish, is a lot more than a culinary curiosity. It is a boiled egg containing a partially developed duck embryo (eaten from the shell). For many, that first impression may be of disbelief or hesitation. But once you get past its unconventional appearance, balut is a…
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The Wonders of Fish Mint: Nutrition and Health Benefits
In a world of herbal plants, Fish Mint (Houttuynia Cordata) is distinctive for its fishy flavor and health benefits and nutritional value. It is a perennial plant originally from Southeast Asia with culinary and medicinal properties. We explain the nutritional composition and health benefits of Fish Mint in this article and demonstrate why this less-appreciated herb needs to be in…
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The Blend of Traditions: Coffee Culture vs. Tea Culture
In a global tapestry of beverage traditions, coffee and tea cultures are notable for their heritage, rituals and social significance. Both beverages, steeped in centuries of history, have evolved to symbolize more than just a morning ritual or afternoon respite; they represent community, tradition and personal identity around the world. The Aroma of Coffee Culture Coffee culture originating in Ethiopia…
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