The Amazing Health Benefits of Consuming Ripened Tomatoes

Ripened tomatoes possess a smooth skin with a vibrant red color, and these are safe to consume raw, as a fruit, or made into deliciously cooked dishes. Not only do they taste good, but they are highly nutritious, a tremendous benefit to one’s health. Tomatoes are rich in vitamins, minerals, fiber, protein, essential amino acids, ...

Emma Lu

Cherry tomatoes.

Hong Kong’s Din Tai Fung Restaurant Wins a Michelin Star (Part 2)

Yang Bing-Yi’s business philosophy entailed two notable factors that ensured Din Tai Fung’s success. One could call them company secrets. The first was to ensure that every customer felt at home while dining in the restaurant. Secondly, every employee is valued and provided with benefits and a work environment that creates a sense of familial ...

Emma Lu

Din Tai Fung dumplings.

8 Safety Tips for a Perfect Barbecue Cookout

Summer is the perfect time for outdoor barbecues with friends and family, but when it comes to grilling, food safety should always be a top priority. From raw meat to cross-contamination, there are many potential hazards that can pose a risk to the health of your loved ones. However, by following a few simple guidelines, ...

Nathan Machoka

Group of friends outside standing around a barbecue grill.

Why Has Korean Fried Chicken Become a Global Phenomenon?

Move over to Kentucky Fried Chicken, there’s another KFC in town, and it’s taking the world by storm! Korean fried chicken, also known as “the other KFC” and “candy chicken,” is a unique but equally delicious Korean-style take on the classic deep-fried chicken we all know and love.  Its crispy, fried-to-perfection exterior and juicy, tender ...

Arianne Ayson

Korean fried chicken.

A Simple Cancer Prevention Recipe

With the high prevalence of cancer, the medical profession has made efforts to conduct research in this area. They have found that fucoidan, an extract from brown seaweed, can inhibit the growth of cancer cells and reduce its recurrence. The study also confirmed the usefulness of fucoidan in Chinese medicine as an additional treatment to ...

David Jirard

A seaweed salad.

Unique Wedding Customs Around the World

People may show their love in numerous forms, but commonly, they enter the world of sacred marriage through ancient rituals. Nevertheless, weddings are still significant in every part of the globe. Although customs vary worldwide, the passion for promoting love and pleasure is universal. While certain traditions may bewilder you, others might interest you, and ...

Viena Abdon

A bride holding a wedding bouquet.

No, You Shouldn’t Wash Raw Chicken Before Cooking It. So Why Do People Still Do It?

Food safety authorities and regulators around the world recommend you don’t wash raw poultry before cooking. That’s because washing chicken can splash dangerous bacteria around the kitchen. It’s best just to thoroughly cook the chicken without washing it, so it is safe to eat. Despite this, chicken washing remains common. A survey by Australia’s Food ...

Troy Oakes

Cutting chicken meat.

Ditch Your Regular Shampoo and Try These 5 Healthy Alternatives

Are you using the wrong shampoo and damaging your hair? From the no-poo movement to coconut oil, learn about the five natural options and their benefits. Shampooing is just one of the essential grooming rituals, right? It’s true, but it may also cause more harm than you think. Your product should cleanse your scalp and ...

Nathan Machoka

A young woman choosing a shampoo.