After a full-filled look at the events of last year we kicked off 2015 by taking a look ahead at eight culinary destinations we expect will rise in popularity. Can you guess what they are?
Here are some hints: there's a region that serves spiced pigeon pie, another is known for a rice dish known as 'Moors and Christians' while vegetarian 'thalis' are popular in this other part of the world. Join us in discovering amazing culinary destinations from Havana, Cuba to Wellington, New Zealand and other delicious places in between.
DINING WITH CLEOPATRA
We ended the week by answering an interesting question through the ages: what did Cleopatra eat? The most famous Queen of Egypt was rumored to be a foodie who hosted extravagant banquets.
Our research revealed not only the fact that Cleopatra had an appetite for only the best food but that the Egyptians were the precursors of the Mediterranean diet. They used extra-virgin olive oil, light cheeses, vegetables, legumes, grains, aromatic herbs, and enjoyed meals based around meat and fish.
Read our in-depth feature to find out all about Cleopatra's extraordinary palate.
Head farmer, Katina Connaughton, describes a day in her life spent between the farm, restaurant, home and with her chef husband, in the heart of wine country. Take a look.
Also known as Indian cottage cheese, paneer is a typical ingredient in Indian and subcontinental cuisine. Discover what it is, how it is made, and what recipes to cook with paneer.
The Michelin Guide has announced a return in the US, with 2021 editions for Washington D.C., New York and Chicago to be released over the next three weeks in a virtual event called 'Still Serving'.
Pulled, fried, roasted or barbecued; chops, loins, fillets or belly - there's nothing like a nice, tasty piece of pork. Here's a round-up of some of the best ways to cook pork. Take a look.