What is Self-Raising Flour?
Self-raising flour is a type of flour that contains a leavening agent and sometimes salt, making it a convenient choice for baking cakes, muffins, and […]
Month: March 2025
The Manufacture of Biscuits
The manufacture of biscuits is a complex and highly variable business with lots of different styles and methods. This short post covers the essentials.
Getting A Measure On Sales
In economic terms, sales refer to the total amount of goods or services sold by a company or business within a specific period. It is […]
Bostock with Raspberry and Almond Paste Topping
Ingredients For the Bostock: 4 slices of day-old brioche or challah bread 4 tbsp raspberry jam 200g fresh raspberries (plus extra for garnish) For the […]
Food & Consumer Trends In 2025
Every so often I take out the crystal ball and figure out what is happening in the world of food and consumer habits. The main […]
Gastric Cancer: An Overview
Definition:Gastric cancer, also known as stomach cancer, is a disease in which malignant (cancerous) cells form in the lining of the stomach. It is the […]
B Corp Certified Creamery
A B Corp certified creamery is a dairy company that has been certified by B Lab, a nonprofit organization that evaluates businesses based on their […]
Amarillo Pepper and Huacatay Leaf Hot Sauce
Amarillo Pepper and Huacatay Leaf Hot Sauce is a vibrant and flavorful sauce from Peru, known for its unique balance of spicy, tangy, and herbaceous […]
Gulai Sauce
Gulai is a rich, aromatic curry sauce originating from Indonesia, specifically the Minangkabau region of West Sumatra, but it is also found across other parts […]
Sambal Lado Mudo (Green Chili Sambal)
Sambal Lado Mudo is a West Sumatran (Minangkabau) green chili sambal known for its fresh, spicy, and slightly tangy flavor. It pairs well with fried […]
Peruvian Tari Sauce And What To Eat With It!
Tari sauce is a creamy, spicy, and slightly tangy Peruvian sauce made with ají amarillo (Peruvian yellow chili). It’s perfect for grilled meats, roasted potatoes, […]
Vegan Chunky Green Minestrone Soup with Curly Kale
Vegan versions of minestrone soup are not that common but here is one for a vegan chunky green minestrone soup that makes excellent use of […]
How Penicillin is Made
The synthesis of penicillin involves a complex process that combines organic chemistry techniques with microbial fermentation. It relies on culture maintenance, fermentation, and extraction/purification procedures […]
Alpha-melanocyte-stimulating hormone (α-MSH)
Alpha-melanocyte-stimulating hormone (α-MSH) is a multifunctional peptide hormone that plays a pivotal role in human physiology, encompassing pigmentation, energy balance, immune modulation, and reproductive behaviors. […]
Adenosine Triphosphate (ATP) Regeneration
In bioengineering and life sciences, adenosine triphosphate (ATP) regeneration is a crucial aspect of designing cell-free systems, metabolic engineering, biosensors, and biocatalytic processes. Since ATP […]
The Process Of Jet Milling
Jet milling is a highly effective particle size reduction technique used across various industries, including pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, food processing, and materials science. It offers a […]
Cockayne Syndrome (CS)
Cockayne Syndrome (CS) is a rare, autosomal recessive genetic disorder characterized by growth failure, premature aging, progressive neurodegeneration, and sensitivity to sunlight (though not to […]
Xeroderma pigmentosum
Xeroderma pigmentosum (XP) is a rare, inherited genetic disorder characterized by an extreme sensitivity to ultraviolet (UV) light, leading to severe skin damage, early onset […]
Combinatorial Gene Control
Combinatorial gene control refers to the regulation of gene expression by the coordinated action of multiple gene regulatory proteins, such as transcription factors and co-regulators, […]
The Alternative Cassette Exon
An alternative cassette exon (also known as skipped exon) is one of the most common forms of alternative splicing. In this process, a specific exon […]