If excitement is the spice of life, it’s no wonder lovers of caliente cuisine can’t get enough of either. Celebrated in dishes around the world, every culture has their own unique take on the potent pepper. For example, in Naples,…
Thoroughly modern inventions they may appear, but the shot glass has a lineage that dates back to the 17th century (although its official term of use would be declared shortly before WWII). Designed for a single “shot” of potent liquor,…
You don’t have to be a native Texan to appreciate the power of beef. A steak and a well-aged Scotch isn’t just the preferred feast of meat enthusiast Ron Swanson, but every man’s due banquet. And while a steak tattoo…
Is there any other food in the world that carries the rich and poignant symbolism of bread? A human staple since the ancient times, bread has come to symbolize all that man holds dear: nourishment, family, community, and spiritual fulfillment.…
As children we turned our noses up at the dreaded broccoli on our plates, desperately trying to negotiate our way out of finishing it. Even the universally popular Family Guy paid homage to the broccoli plant thanks to Stewie’s not-so-subtle…
“Come quickly, I am tasting the stars!” is the revelatory exclamation attributed to the Benedictine monk and champagne saint Dom Pérignon, and his fellow enthusiasts would surely toast to that. Champagne is the elixer of kings and generals, the very…
Your entryway is the first impression of your home, and the right tile can set the tone for the entire space. From the timeless elegance of marble to vibrant mosaic patterns, entryway tiles offer both beauty and practicality. Whether you…
The frog holds a prestigious place in Japanese culture, so unlike our own in regards to such creatures. Believed to hold infinite powers of prosperity, luck, and lifelong abundance, the Japanese frog is heralded as the god of rainfall during…
People are like onions, the old saying goes: each of us contains layer upon layer of complexity. While that may not be a regular thought each time you find yourself chopping an onion, there’s no denying the more profound meanings…
No well-appointed breakfast table is complete without a leaning tower of pancakes, and this American favorite has been a mainstay in the home for well over a century. Reminiscent of sunlit diners and syrup-soaked memories, pancakes are the ultimate representation…