Cathy Collins M.Sc. 
Ever pondered about the stuff packed into your top processed foods and their health impacts? Xanthan gum is one such eyebrow-raising ingredient. But hang on, what’s xanthan gum, and is … Read more…
Chia seeds’ benefits and weight loss effects have become a popular subject of discussion among nutritionists today. The people of Mexico and Guatemala have used this seed for centuries. It … Read more…
In Italian cooking, log hot peppers enjoy a decorated statuesque; a large pepper that varies in spiciness and is loved for its sweet flavor. They are akin to sweet peppers … Read more…
The Hungarian wax pepper, a cousin of banana pepper, is excellent for cooking because it isn’t terribly spicy like the habaneros and is large enough for stuffing. I’m sure that … Read more…
Have you ever heard of guindilla peppers? If not, you’ll be surprised to know there are enough people who embark on an exhaustive search to find them. These peppers are … Read more…
When you’re venturing into Korean cooking, Gochugaru is one of the key ingredients that you cannot miss out on. It’s a traditional Korean spice made from sun-dried peppers that are … Read more…
Are your favorite foods actually healthy for you? Or have you ever thought of eating only what is really healthy? You and I are daily confronted with a never-ending display … Read more…
The Korean chili flake/powder, popularly known as Gochugaru, is a regular ingredient in gochujang (Korean chili paste), kimchi, spicy Korean soups, and spicy Korean side dishes. Today, Korean chili powder … Read more…
What Are Fish Peppers? The fish pepper is a medium-hot, small chili pepper cultivar that belongs to Capsicum annuum species.  It’s an African-American heirloom variety that dates to the 1800s. … Read more…