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True stake lovers across the world will go to great lengths to find the perfect steak cut and cook it (or have it cooked) to their liking. But what is it that goes into a great stake? First things first.  Give supermarkets a miss and go straight to the butcher shop. Whether you are trying to impress a guest or simply wishing to cook steak for yourself, butcher shops are a lot more likely to stock hormone-free, higher-quality meat often cut right there in front of you. The local farmer’s market...

There is no doubt that the Thai cuisine is one of the most flavoursome cuisines in the world. Proper, authentic Thai tastes so divine due to the perfect balance of spicy, sweet, sour and salty flavours If you’ve ever been to a traditional Thai market, you will have the first-hand experience of the vibrant colours and interesting smells and shapes of the cooking ingredients. Thai people love their herbs and use exactly the right combination to guarantee the flavoursome Pad Thais and Green...

Mexican cuisine is thought to combine influences from original Mayan and Aztec Indians and Spanish conquistadors and further inspired by Caribbean and South American aromas. It is full of rich, intense flavours and bright colours. Originally, the main staple diet consisted of chilli peppers, corn and beans but the Spanish invaders introduced livestock, dairy products, tomatoes as well as new and exciting herbs and spices. Because of its tropical climate (Mexico sits right on the tropic of...

One of the most striking facts about Malaysia is the incredible cultural diversity of its people. This fantastically multi-ethnic country consists of Malay, Chinese and Indian populations living harmoniously and sharing in each other’s traditions and customs. Unsurprisingly, the country observes at least 18 public holidays annually. Because of this incredible cultural mixture, it’s difficult to define exactly what ‘Malaysian’ food consists of as it is really a combination of three distinct...

The European cuisine is as varied as the continent’s countries are but seafood is one thing that is popular across the land. We have identified 5 countries famous for seafood consumption and delicious and unusual recipes. Portugal The Portuguese are well known for their preference for fish and the country is known as having Europe’s highest fish consumption per capita. Portuguese cuisine is famous for its seafood, which is cooked in many different ways: boiled, grilled, deep fried or stewed in...

Chinese culture is rich in interesting customs and unusual superstitions very different from those in the West. From avoiding facial hair like the plague, to never ever gifting someone a clock, these curious tendencies date back to ancient times. What is even lesser-known, is the importance of mannerisms during formal Chinese meal times. There are considerably strict rules involving seating arrangements, chopstick etiquette and bill settling and having an awareness of how to properly conduct...