Vanilla beans are one of the most popular flavorings in the world. Their sweet, aromatic flavor is used in everything from ice cream to perfume. But where exactly do vanilla beans come from? Vanilla beans are the seed pods of orchids in the genus Vanilla. There are over 100 species of vanilla orchids, but only … Read more
This is an automatically translated article. Bean sprouts are one of the natural foods rich in nutrients that appear in many Vietnamese dishes. Bean sprouts have a crisp, cool taste that is easy to eat and very good for digestion. However, the way bean sprouts are grown is very susceptible to infection, especially when eaten … Read more
Every morning, coffee is the energy source that wakes us up from our slumber. For some, its a learned habit to follow every day and for others, its an entire lifestyle. You must have at least once wondered if coffee is a fruit or a vegetable, even if you’re not hooked on caffeine. It may … Read more
You can prepare them in many different ways with an assortment of ingredients. However you enjoy tacos, you might be wondering whether they’re actually good for you. The answer is yes — tacos can be healthy, but it all depends on the ingredients. This article talks about the health benefits of tacos and gives you … Read more
Updated June 2024! Oh how Starbucks has evolved over the years. When I wrote my first post about this huge coffee shop chain, it was to share the dairy-free versions of their “new” Vivanno coffee blends. Those have since vanished from the menu. Also, their great Tazo tea menu has been replaced with a Teavana … Read more
Bean and cheese tamales are made with red masa and refried beans and cheese inside. They are steamed until they are soft and serve with your favorite salsa. These tamales are made with humble ingredients but are bursting with royal flavors!. A traditional Mexican dish, bean tamales, also known as tamales de frijol, have been … Read more
With winter coming up quickly, the thought of curling up with a hot bowl of soup is very soothing and comforting. For others, though, making regular homemade soup might not be the easiest thing to do because of other things they have to do. But, what if there was a way to make homemade soup … Read more
This homemade Vanilla Bean Frappuccino has no ice cream and is the perfect Starbucks copycat. Options for low-carb, dairy-free and gluten-free included!. A while ago, I was at Starbucks with a friend. I ordered my usual caffeine-filled macchiato and she ordered a Vanilla Bean Frappuccino. Truly, I had never thought to order something at Starbucks … Read more
As any baker knows, vanilla beans impart an incredibly rich, complex flavor that can’t be replicated with vanilla extract alone. Once you use fresh vanilla beans, you’ll never want to go back. But there’s just one catch – vanilla beans aren’t cheap! These hand-picked pods go through an intricate curing process that takes months, So … Read more
Want to know what tasty treats and drinks are available at the famous donut chain Dunkin’ Donuts? Look no further than their menu. Dunkin’ Donuts menu features a delicious variety of donuts, coffee, breakfast sandwiches. The menu has something for every item, from their delicious breakfast rolls to their famous donuts. We’re going to look … Read more