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February 5th is World Nutella Day
Posted by Samantha Laura Kaye in 2012 events, Food and Drinks on February 5, 2012
Of all the chocolately goodness in the world, Nutella stands out in my mind as one of the greatest – so why not take this opportunity to celebtrate it, eat it, bathe in it and play with it with the rest of the world.
World Nutella Day started in 2007 when Sara Rosso, an american blogging in Italy [Ms Adventures in Italy] felt a love for Nutella that warranted an official day in which to celebrate it. Now co-hosting the day with Michelle Fabio, editor of Bleeding Espresso, the Nutella enthusiasts have brought us an official World Nutella Day website offering us Nutella Recipes; guides on how to celebrate World Nutella Day as well as how to say “Happy Nutella Day” in almost every language!
Nutella, created in 1940 in Italy by mr Pietro Ferrero, was… [ Read more ]
Quinoa – the unsung hero
Posted by Samantha Laura Kaye in Food and Drinks on February 3, 2012
Quinoa, quinoa, how did it take me so long to find you?
Quinoa is a grain like crop with edible seeds. It has a texture that is somewhere between rice and cous cous, yet is a pseudocereal as it is not a member of the grass family. Quinoa is classified as something called a chenopod which means it is closely related to spinach and beets.
A “grain” native to South America, Quinoa was once called “the gold of the Incas” who recognized its value in the stamina of their warriors. Nutritionally Quinoa is high in fiber and has more protein than any other grain (12-18%). What’s more is that Quinoa is a complete protein, meaning that it contains all nine essential acids. Not only is Quinoa a good well balanced source of all the amino acids, making it perfect for vegetarian and vegan diets, but it… [ Read more ]
Yalla Yalla -Lebanese in London
Posted by Samantha Laura Kaye in Food and Drinks, London on October 25, 2011
There were two things compelling me to try out “Yalla Yalla” before I leave London. The first was a tweet I saw, ranking it amongst the Top 10 places in London to eat in terms of value for money. The second was the tagline – “Beirut Street Food” – having fallen deeply in love with Lebanon, its people and its parties over June/July this year – I feel drawn to Lebanese cuisine and culture more than ever.
Seating only 28 people, the restuarant is small and cozy, with hints of eastern flair but decor minimal enough to prevent claustrophobia.
There are a selection of mains, covering Lebanese traditional favourites such as Shish Taouk, Kafta Meshoue, Lahem Casserole and Schwarma’s. If you don’t know what these sorts of dishes entail you can check out the full menu with descriptions here.
Yalla Yalla also offers a selection of mezze dishes, mostly… [ Read more ]
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