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how to cook sweet potato
Food Q&A

How to cook sweet potato

Did you know that sweet potato (Ipomoea batatas) is not actually a potato? This plant belongs to the bindweed family and it’s a root vegetable.  The sweet potato is distant relative to the common potato because both of them are in Solanales order. In some parts of North America, sweet potatoes are also called yams. […]

chickpea health benefits
Healthy food

Chickpea Health Benefits

Chickpea beans belong to the legumes family. They are very similar to kidney beans and peas. You may have heard people call them garbanzo beans too.  Chickpeas usually have a nutty flavor. The texture is somewhat buttery.  In the US you will often come across Kabuli chickpeas. These are round, larger, and tan. If you […]

how they eat eggs around the world
Food worldwide

How they eat eggs around the world

Did you know eggs are considered a superfood? That’s right! It’s no wonder why eggs are a staple food in many countries. So, it’s quite logical that different people have their unique ways of preparing egg dishes. That’s why today we are going on an egg trip around the globe. Let’s find out what’s the […]

health benefits of kale
Healthy food

What are the health benefits of kale?

Do you love cruciferous veggies? They belong to the Brassica family and their members are, cauliflower, cabbage, Brussels sprouts, and the all-mighty kale. Don’t get it wrong, all of these are really healthy, but today’s topic is going to be all about kale. Being known as a superfood, kale originates from Europe and Asia Minor. […]