Connoisseurs dig deep into their pockets for a good brandy. Here you can find out what you should consider when storing cognac so that you can enjoy the noble spirit for a long time. A good cognac is a pleasure for friends of fine spirits. And cognac lovers can taste it, because good brandy has … Read more
Luxury coffee is a darling to rich coffee lovers. If you want to experience deluxe coffee enjoyment, you can’t afford to miss the most expensive types of coffee in the world: Black Ivory and Kopi Luwak. For lovers, enjoying a cup of hot, freshly brewed coffee is a real treat. Of course, only the finest … Read more
With so-called brain food, the manufacturers of dietary supplements lure all those who want to improve their brain power. However, the pills and capsules only help for a short time and ensure better concentration in the short term. On the other hand, those who eat a balanced diet in the long term actually increase the … Read more
Ginger enjoys an excellent reputation for flavoring delicious dishes in a sophisticated way – and not only in Asian cuisine. At the same time, ginger contains active ingredients that have a positive effect on health. Ginger as a spice for gourmets Do you think that only Asian dishes can be prepared with ginger? How about … Read more
Before you can grill seafood, you need to make the appropriate preparations. You can recognize fresh seafood by its smell, for example. This should appear almost neutral and only smell slightly salty. As seafood spoils, it develops a nasty smell of ammonia. A greenish, yellowish or gray tinge on fish and scampi also indicates rot. … Read more
A fresh pineapple tastes wonderfully exotic, but at first glance it doesn’t seem that easy to cut it. However, with a few tips and tricks, you can easily chop up the tropical fruit. How to recognize ripe pineapples Of course, before you can cut the pineapple, you must first get one. Only ripe fruits taste … Read more
Bivalves (clams, oysters and scallops) are housed in hinged shells. In order to be able to open oysters, you need not only an oyster knife but also a bit of practice, because the mussels are not easy to conquer. Here you can find out how you can still stylishly get to the delicious meat of the … Read more
Highly controversial for animal welfare reasons, but a real feast for many gourmets /ˈɡʊəmeɪ,ˈɡɔːmeɪ/: foie gras. What is celebrated in France as a cultural heritage is prohibited by law in other countries. In France, however, the cuisine is a staple at Christmas tables. According to French law, foie gras is defined as the liver of … Read more
Most of the times when you feel sluggish, your probably did not have enough sleep or you completed an energy-intensive activity recently. Whichever the case, you probably know what the solution to that would be — to rest and regain. But what happens when you feel tired and you have been having enough sleep? The … Read more