A Keen Cook? Then Read On...

Food is an essential for life, but for many of us it's much more than that - it's a source of pleasure and enjoyment, both in the eating and in the cooking.

In fact, for a lot of people, cooking food is at least as important as eating it, and hours are spent scouring books and magazines for the latest techniques and advice on ingredients. It's this kind of research that the internet is so very suited to, and there's huge amounts of information available online from all kinds of sites of varying quality.

Here we present a collection of articles on subjects spanning the whole food spectrum, from ingredients to recipes, from international and regional food to food politics issues.

Latest Food Articles

The Many Cuts of Steak - A steak is a steak, right? Not so! Find out the variety of different steak cuts you can buy from any butcher. (in the Beef category)

Introduction To Filet Mignon Steak - Read an introduction to this most prestigious and expensive of steak cuts, which is also known as fillet steak, tenderloin, chateaubriand and other names throughout the world. (in the Beef category)

Guide To Cooking Steak - Steak is a versatile meat and can be cooked in other ways than the familiar grill. Find out how to cook it well by various methods. (in the Beef category)

Choosing The Right Cuts Of Beef For Your Meal and Budget - There are many different cuts and grades of beef available, with very different characters. Find out how to choose the right one for both your meal plan and your budget. (in the Beef category)

All About Sirloin Steak - Sirloin is one of the most popular and tastiest cuts of steak. Find out its maybe mythical history, where it comes from, and the best ways to cook it. (in the Beef category)

Beef Jerky : A History - Beef jerky is an affordable snack which originated in South America during the time of the Inca Empire. Find out its history since then up until the modern day. (in the Beef category)

All About Cilantro / Coriander - Cilantro (or coriander) is a very popular herb, particularly for eastern cuisines. Find out how to grow it, how to use it, and the mystical and magical properties it is reputed to have. (in the Herbs And Spices category)

Choosing Spanish Ham - The basic principles of choosing the various Spanish hams, from serrano to iberico, bodega to del pais. (in the Ham category)

The Complete Serrano Ham Story - A detailed description of how Spain's famous Serrano ham is made and served, with a little bit of history. (in the Ham category)

Spanish Ham : Iberico and Serrano - Is Spanish ham the best in the world? Find out a little about how Iberico and Serrano hams are made, how to select and serve it, and what to expect from eating it. (in the Ham category)