Food

Wednesday, 27 May 2026

Chocolate is one of the most popular foods and flavors in the world. It was already known 4 thousand years ago. The ancient inhabitants of today's Mex ...

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Sushi

It originates from Southeast Asia, most likely a rice-growing region along the Mekong River.

Despite common belief, it did not come from Japan.

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Sushi

Becoming a sushi master may take up to 20 years.

It requires apprenticeship, patience, and commitment. Before a person becomes a sushi master, called ...

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Honey

Honey is produced by bees of the genus Apis and stingless bees (Melipona - a tribe in the bee family, which includes about 250 species found in the tropics or subtropics).

They carry flower nectar or honeydew to the hives. Under the influence of enzymes and formic acid, s ...

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French fries

In North America (the US and Canada), fries are referred to as “fries.” The rest of the English-speaking world calls them “chips.”

The term chips is used in the UK, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand and South Africa.

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Cheddar

The record holder in terms of size and weight is the 1989 Cheddar.

The cheese was made in the state of Oregon and weighed 25,790 kg (56,857 lb).

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Sushi

Although seaweed (Jap. nori) is the most popular sushi wrapper, it has equivalents for those not fond of its taste.

It has a distinguished taste, so it is commonly replaced with egg, rice paper, or sliced cucumber.

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Honey

Bees are one of the few insects that can generate large amounts of heat with their bodies.

Hive bees constantly regulate the temperature of the hive by heating it with their bodies or cooling ...

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Mozzarella

Mozzarella, which is made from cow's milk, is called Fior di latte.

The cost of producing such cheese is lower. Unless the mozzarella is clearly labeled as being of buf ...

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Honey

From crystallizing honey, you can get creamy honey.

It is enough to stir such honey intensively 4-6 times a day for 10-15 minutes and you will get its creamy form, containing very fine crystals. Such creamy honey is very good for spreading it on bread.

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Kombucha

Kombucha is attributed with many medicinal values.

The drink has a positive effect on the intestinal bacterial flora.

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One of the most popular fast foods

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