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Mirin - the Secret Spice of Japanese Cuisine

Mirin is a Japanese condiment containing about 14 alcohol. To make mirin, they mix together sauteed husked rice, cultivated rice and shochu (a distilled alcoholic beverage) and leave them to ferment for about 2 months.

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The Most Suitable Appetizers for Red Wine

19.09.2017

Pinot Noir, with its rich taste and aroma, is the ideal choice for drier meats such as turkey, for example. The great thing about this wine variety is that it fits exceptionally well with creamy, light, soft cheeses and oat pitas.

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Never, Ever Heat These Foods in the Microwave

26.01.2017

No matter how much tastier your food is when heated, there are certain ones that you should never heat in the microwave, as this takes away from their nutritional value.

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Culinary Secrets for Making the Perfect Salads and Appetizers

01.11.2016

Never soak fresh mushrooms in water. Instead, wash them as quickly as possible under running water and place them in water with vinegar, so they don't lose their color.

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How to Make a Cheap Wine Taste First Class

28.10.2016

Pour the contents of the bottle into the blender and turn it on for 30 sec. That's it! In this short time, the wine will significantly improve its quality.

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The Secrets to a Delicious Risotto

28.10.2016

When preparing risotto, it's best to use Italian varieties of rice and never long-grain.

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The Perfect Menu for a Day's Outing or Picnic

25.10.2016

The most important thing for any outing is to bring enough water, as well as fruits, with you. You can wash them the day before, dry them and arrange them in a plastic lunch box so they don't get damaged while you're walking.

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Culinary Tricks That Every Homemaker Needs to Know!

20.10.2016

Old potatoes won't blacken during boiling if you add a little vinegar or lemon juice to the water you're boiling them in. You can freshen lettuce leaves by putting them in warm water for 10-15 min.

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The Perfect Drinks for a Party

29.08.2016

A gentle punch with rum goes perfectly with fanciful cocktail bites, while there's nothing better than a real mint julep to cool off with during the summer days.

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Top 10 Golden Rules for Making the Perfect Pie

09.08.2016

It's very important to work with quality products, the water and butter for the pie crust need to be cold. The containers, utensils and even your own hands must also be cold.