11 Most Expensive Eggs in the World
The humble egg – it’s a kitchen staple all over the globe. Nourishing, versatile, and tasty. However, we’re so used to consuming chicken eggs, that it’s easy to overlook the...
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25 Most Affordable & Most Expensive Michelin Restaurants in Europe
For many of us, eating at a Michelin-starred restaurant is a once in a lifetime event and an important item on your bucket list. But Michelin restaurants and fine dining...
Veganism Popularity Growth Takes a Plunge; Brighton,UK Most Popular City for Vegans
Following up on our veganism popularity reports released in 2020 and 2021, our team has crunched the numbers for 2022 to showcase the cities and countries where veganism is currently...
Best 11 Culinary Schools in Florida
Looking to start cooking in the Sunshine State? Then you are in luck! There are many incredible culinary schools in Florida that will help you jump start your career. If...
35 Stunning Chef Tattoo Ideas – Inspiration Guide
Tattoo foodies worldwide, this one’s for you! We found some of the coolest chef tattoos for you to paint on your body. Which one do you fancy? Well, if you...
What You Need to Know About Psyllium and Psyllium Husk
Over the past few years, the increasing desire to eat a healthier diet have led to research and studies that have led to the discovery of superfoods. One of these...
How to Cook Monkfish & What Does Monkfish Taste Like
Monkfish Taste Monkfish is known for having a similar taste and texture to lobster. The meaty flesh is mild and sweet, without being too fishy. This makes it perfect for...
Shirako: All About Cod & Fish Milt (Cooking, Taste)
Milt Taste Milt is the seminal fluid of fish and amphibious animals, which is soft and creamy with a slightly fishy taste. It can be compared to pork brains but...
All About Whelks (How to Cook, Taste)
What Does Whelk Taste Like? The meat of a whelk is similar to abalone, slightly chewy with a sweet and briny flavor. When cooked correctly, the sweetness can be resembled...
How to Cook Eel (Unagi), Eel Taste & More
Eels have a dark and snakelike appearance, with a taste similar to lobster, salmon or squid. It is naturally sweet and has a soft yet slightly firm texture providing a...
The Most Popular Cuisines on Instagram in 2021
Back in February 2021, we ranked international cuisines according to the number of tagged foods on Instagram, and Japanese cuisine topped the chart with over 15.5 million hashtags. Italian foods...
All about Abalone (Taste, Price, How to Cook)
What does Abalone Taste Like Abalone is widely known as being one of the most expensive shellfish in the world. The naturally buttery and salty taste, thanks to the seawater...
All About Whale Meat: Taste, Best Cuts, and How to Cook it
What does whale meat taste like? Whale meat can be described as a more gamey version of beef with the melt in the mouth texture of tuna. Depending on the...
10 Creative Ways to Use Nitrous Oxide in the Kitchen
You may have heard of Nitrous Oxide before… Known as laughing gas, it is typically used in dental and doctors’ offices as a tool to control minor pain. However, this...
Canada’s Favorite Thanksgiving Side Dishes and Desserts by Province
Roast turkey is the anchor of every Thanksgiving dinner party, but what are Canada’s favorite side dishes and desserts? After all, these dishes are where the chef can best display...
How Much to Dine Out at a Top Michelin-Starred Restaurant
Update: In April 2024, we released a new report on Michelin restaurant prices, which considers prices for over 3500 Michelin restaurants across more than 40 countries. Dining at a Michelin-starred...
Countries with the Highest Density of Michelin-starred Restaurants
We have recently released an updated rankings table listing the cities and countries with the highest density of Michelin-starred restaurants per capita in 2024. France continues to hold on to...
Best Culinary Schools in Canada
We asked 100s of chefs if choosing to attend culinary school is worth it. More than 70% said yes! So, if you’re prepping for a cooking career in Canada, here...
5 Tips for Choosing a Good Rib Eye Steak
Rib eye steaks are insanely delicious and, if you ask us, they are probably one of the best steaks you can have. But of course not all rib eyes are...
What Does Rhubarb Taste Like?
We’ve been treating it as a fruit. And that’s probably because rhubarb is not only considered a spring fruit but it is also prolific during that season. In fact, it’s...
Student Life Series: Ismail Haggag, Le Cordon Bleu, Madrid, Spain
We’re continuing our student life series with Ismail Haggag, a talented Egyptian who is currently studying at Le Cordon Bleu in Madrid, Spain. Let’s hear it from Ismail. 1. Please tell...
7 Tips For Sticking to Your Keto Diet
Keto is undoubtedly the world’s most popular diet. It is a diet low in carbs and high in good fats. When you reduce the body’s intake of carbohydrates, your body...
10 Best Culinary Schools in Africa
Cooking is a skill that can be taught and perfected over years of experience and with lots of dedication, and, last but certainly not least, by traveling as far away...
Google Data Reveals the Cities With the Fastest & Slowest Recovering Restaurants
While still not fully out of the woods, the restaurant industry can finally see the light at the end of the tunnel. March saw the best sales month since the...