Food Matters Live 2015 – A Review
This year, Food Matters Live 2015 was a real humdinger of a food show. Admittedly, it’s hard to say it has matured given it is […]
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Pigeon Pea
Pigeon pea (Cajanus cajan L. Millsp.) may be the pea to grow in warmer climates when the petit pois season has finally given way to […]
Coping with Melasma
What is melasma? Melasma (from the Greek word, ‘melas’ meaning black) is a common skin condition formed of dark, discoloured patches of pigment. It can […]
Black Jack – A Great Game Changer In Diabetes
Black Jack is the common name for the plant Bidens pilosa. Benefits In Managing Diabetes Decoctions and infusions prepared from the roots, stems, leaves and […]
The History Behind PTFE as a Non-Stick Coating On Cookware
The history of using polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) as a non-stick coating on food utensils is a fascinating journey that revolutionized cooking and food preparation. PTFE, often […]
What alternatives are there to polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) used in non-stick cookware?
Non-stick cookware has become a staple in many kitchens, offering convenience and ease of cooking. While polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) has been the primary material used for […]
Nothing Sticks Here – Non-Stick Coatings in Food Manufacture
Non-stick coatings for food equipment have revolutionized the way we cook and prepare food. They make cooking more convenient, efficient, and enjoyable while also reducing […]
Fortunella (Kumquat)
The genus Fortunella offers the exotic fruit connoisseur a fascinating range of new options. We are familiar now with at least three types all called […]
The Elephant Apple (Dillenia indica)
The Elephant Apple (Dillenia indica Linn.) is a peculiar fruit which is rarely seen in the West. It is a member of the Dillenia family which are […]
The Bambara Groundnut – Still Being Unearthed
Bambara groundnuts should be better known ! The Bambara groundnut or Earth Pea (Vigna subterranean [L.] Verdc.) has recently been identified as a great source […]
Aranciata
Italy produces a fine range of foods and beverages – they always seem to suggest hot sun, the Rennaissance, ‘La Dolce Vita’ and so on. […]
Beef Brisket and Venison Stufato
This slow-cooked beef brisket and venison stufato with Chianti, baby onions, and new potatoes in a dough bowl with crispy scamorza and sage is a […]
What Is Lavado Cocoa?
Lavado cocoa is not that well known but amongst cocoa addicts it is probably something of a hero in the chocolate world. Lavado cocoa is […]
Whey, Isomaltulose And HMB Together Enhance Muscle Recovery After Strenuous Exercise
HMB (beta-hydroxybeta-methylbutyrate) and whey are both known for their muscle building benefits in athletes doing vigorous exercise. Very few studies however have looked at the […]
Launch Of A New Learning Initiative In Food Systems- IFSTAL
New and exciting learning initiatives for the food industry are few and far between but one has caught the imagination. Last night on the 22nd […]
The Mediterranean Diet May Help Stop Brains Shrinking With Age
The Mediterranean diet continues to create excitement amongst nutritionists and none more so after further supporting evidence has been published about its benefits to improving […]
Could A Stick Of Rhubarb Beat Cancer?
Rhubarb may be everything to a crumble and it appears to possess some very interesting bioactives which have been shown in some cell tests to […]
Whiteladies Farmers Market – Bristol (October 2015)
Whiteladies Road in Bristol always reminds me of days spent as a student cycling up and down what is a relentless hill. If you are […]
Olive’s Wax-Esters Help Repair Skin
Olives contain wax-esters which have excellent cosmetic properties. The wax oils found in olive are shown to protect the skin from damage by chemicals and […]
Definitions For Validation, Monitoring And Verification
Validation, monitoring and verification are all key stages in successfully bringing a new food product safely to market. How are they defined? NACMCF2 (National Advisory […]