The Hypothalamus and its Role in Endocrine Function
The hypothalamus is a small, crucial region located at the base of the brain, just above the brainstem. Despite its size, the hypothalamus plays a […]
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Citrus And The Citrus Essential Oils
The Citrus genus is a group of flowering plants belonging to the Rutaceae family. It includes some of the most well-known and widely cultivated fruits, […]
Duck Balti Jalfrezi
Ingredients 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or duck fat 1 duck breast 1/2 onion, thinly sliced 1/4 red bell pepper 1/4 yellow bell pepper 2 green […]
Tray-Baked Salmon with Olives, Green beans, Anchovies and Tomatoes
Serves 4 Ingredients 200g green beans 20 small cherry tomatoes 1-2 good handfuls of black olives 2 tables spoons of extra virgin olive oil Salt […]
How to Prepare a Chicken Jalfrezi
Chicken Jalfrezi is one of those iconic dishes along with chicken tikka masala and the classic chicken biryani that signifies the Indian restaurant culture in […]
Bordeaux-Style Fish Soup
Bordeaux-Style Fish Soup – A hearty fish soup made with tomatoes, leeks, garlic, and a variety of fish. Preparation and Cooking Times Preparation time: 20 […]
Bordeaux-Style Roast Lamb
Equipment Ovenproof roasting pan or Dutch oven with lid Sharp knife Cutting board Wooden spoon or spatula Measuring cups and spoons Aluminum foil (if not […]
What is a ballotine?
A ballotine in cuisine is a traditional French dish that involves deboning a piece of poultry, meat, or fish, stuffing it with a variety of […]
Chicken Breast and Foie Gras Ballotine
A recipe for a chicken breast and Foie Gras ballotine that serves two. If you don’t know this already, a ballotine in cuisine is a […]
Alum Root (Heuchera americana)
Wandering the gardens of Europe, I can never be surprised to see a plant which offers highly variegated leaves and very often almost fluorescent pink […]
Portuguese Shrimp Empanadas
Dumplings are brilliant but this one takes the biscuit. Just tried one at our String Quartet rehearsal where they are known as Rissóis de Camarão. […]
Penne with Chicken, Baby Tomatoes and Tomato Sauce
Serves 4; Preparation time: 15 minutes; Cooking time: 8 minutes Ingredients: 500g penne or farfalle 400g can tomatoes, diced 2 garlic cloves, chopped 1 onion, […]
Tagliatelle with chicken and chanterelles mushrooms with creamy sauce
Serves 4; Preparation time: 10 minutes; Cooking time: 10 minutes Ingredients: a spray of olive oil 300g tagliatelle or spaghetti 200g/7oz each, 2 chicken breasts, […]
Rajbhog
A dessert that resonates with the Royal culture of Bengal, Rajbhog is a popular Bengali dessert, which is often made during festivals and special occasions. […]
Rheology and Rheometers
Rheology is the study of how materials deform and flow under the influence of applied forces or stresses. Several mathematical equations are used in rheology […]
The Power of Raman Spectroscopy
Raman spectroscopy is a powerful analytical technique used in various fields, including chemistry, materials science, biology, and pharmaceuticals. Named after the Indian physicist Sir C.V. […]
Simple Bhuna Khichuri
Khichuri (also known as khichri in the Indian subcontinent) is a dish essentially of rice and lentils. There are an infinite varieties of Khichuri. […]
Pear, cinnamon and star anise tarte tatin
This twist on a classic French apple tart uses sweet pears and spices to create a stunning upside-down pudding. The pears are cooked in a […]
How To Make Pâté de Foie Gras
Pâté de Foie Gras – A luxurious liver pâté made with duck or goose liver. Serving Size: 2 [Please note we are an affiliate marketing […]