http://www.articlenorth.com/Category/Food-and-Drink/176 Food and Drink articles from ArticleNorth directory Rss Follow Up Sat, 11 Feb 2012 00:49:45 -0600 Is it possible for a nation such as America to face a food shortage in the future? http://www.articlenorth.com/Article/Is-There-a-Food-Shortage-In-Our-Future-/82889 Thu, 01 May 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articlenorth.com/Article/Is-There-a-Food-Shortage-In-Our-Future-/82889 When you were a kid, you used to go to costume parties where you had fun and played games while donning your silliest and most ridiculous attire. Since you were still young, you weren't very conscious of your appearance. http://www.articlenorth.com/Article/Bathrobe-Theme-Party-Ideas/82837 Thu, 01 May 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articlenorth.com/Article/Bathrobe-Theme-Party-Ideas/82837 When you think of parties, one very important picture comes to mind: disco dancing! For you, a party is boring if the venue isn't noisy, if there's no music and if there are no people on the dance floor. That's why no matter what, every party that you plan is bustling with excitement. You always make sure that you have a unique party theme so that the guests will always remember their fun time. http://www.articlenorth.com/Article/Unique-Ideas-For-60s-and-70s-Theme-Party/82802 Wed, 30 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articlenorth.com/Article/Unique-Ideas-For-60s-and-70s-Theme-Party/82802 Many people are dissatisfied with the quality of their water, whether from city supplies or from wells. More and more people are turning to water filtration systems of one type or another. Which is the best water filter system for a homeowner depends on what problems the present water supply presents, and on the price one is willing to pay for a quality water supply. http://www.articlenorth.com/Article/How-to-Choose-the-Best-Water-Filter/82363 Mon, 28 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articlenorth.com/Article/How-to-Choose-the-Best-Water-Filter/82363 Cereal is the name given to those seeds used as food (wheat, rye, oats, barley, corn, rice, etc.), which are produced by plants belonging to the vast order known as the grass family. They are used for food both in the unground state and in various forms of mill products. http://www.articlenorth.com/Article/Cereals-and-their-Preparation/81444 Wed, 23 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articlenorth.com/Article/Cereals-and-their-Preparation/81444 Cocktails made of a combination of fruits are often served as the first course of a meal, usually a luncheon or a dinner, to precede the soup course. In warm weather, they are an excellent substitute for heavy cocktails made of lobster or crab, and they may even be used to replace the soup course. The fruits used for this purpose should be the more acid ones, for the acids and flavors are intended to serve as an appetizer, or the same purpose for which the hot and highly seasoned soups are taken. Fruit cocktails should always be served ice cold. http://www.articlenorth.com/Article/Fruit-Cocktails/81441 Tue, 22 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articlenorth.com/Article/Fruit-Cocktails/81441 Your bags are all packed, you've kissed your mom and dad goodbye, and the car's waiting for you. It's time to say goodbye to good old high school and say hello to a new chapter in your life: college. http://www.articlenorth.com/Article/University-Theme-Parties/81432 Tue, 22 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articlenorth.com/Article/University-Theme-Parties/81432 Barley is stated by historians to be the oldest of all cultivated grains. It seems to have been the principal bread plant among the ancient Hebrews, Greeks, and Romans. The Jews especially held the grain in high esteem, and sacred history usually uses it interchangeably with wheat, when speaking of the fruits of the Earth. http://www.articlenorth.com/Article/Barley--The-Nutritious-Grain/81425 Tue, 22 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articlenorth.com/Article/Barley--The-Nutritious-Grain/81425 All grains, with the exception of rice, and the various grain meals, require prolonged cooking with gentle and continuous heat, in order to so disintegrate their tissues and change their starch into dextrine as to render them easy of digestion. Even the so-called "steam-cooked" grains, advertised to be ready for use in five or ten minutes, require a much longer cooking to properly fit them for digestion. These so-called quickly prepared grains are simply steamed before grinding, which has the effect to destroy any low organisms contained in the grain. They are then crushed and shredded. Bicarbonate of soda and lime is added to help dissolve the albuminoids, and sometimes diastase to aid the conversion of the starch into sugar; but there is nothing in this preparatory process that so alters the chemical nature of the grain as to make it possible to cook it ready for easy digestion in five or ten minutes. An insufficiently cooked grain, although it may be palatable, is not in a condition to be readily acted upon by the digestive fluids, and is in consequence left undigested to act as a mechanical irritant. http://www.articlenorth.com/Article/Cooking-of-Grains/81417 Tue, 22 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articlenorth.com/Article/Cooking-of-Grains/81417 Rice needs to be thoroughly washed. A good way to do this is to put it into a colander, in a deep pan of water. Rub the rice well with the hands, lifting the colander in and out the water, and changing the water until it is clear; then drain. In this way the grit is deposited in the water, and the rice left thoroughly clean. http://www.articlenorth.com/Article/Different-Ways-to-Cook-Rice/81404 Tue, 22 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articlenorth.com/Article/Different-Ways-to-Cook-Rice/81404 During the period between the birth and maturity of animals, their flesh undergoes very considerable changes. For instance, when the animal is young, the fluids which the tissues of the muscles contain, possess a large proportion of what is called albumen . This albumen, which is also the chief component of the white of eggs, possesses the peculiarity of coagulating or hardening at a certain temperature, like the white of a boiled egg, into a soft, white fluid, no longer soluble, or capable of being dissolved in water. As animals grow older, this peculiar animal matter gradually decreases, in proportion to the other constituents of the juice of the flesh. Thus, the reason why veal, lamb are white, and without gravy when cooked, is, that the large quantity of albumen they contain hardens, or becomes coagulated. On the other hand, the reason why beef and mutton are brown, and have gravy , is, that the proportion of albumen they contain, is small, in comparison with their greater quantity of fluid which is soluble, and not coagulable. http://www.articlenorth.com/Article/Circumstances-of-Impacting-the-Quality-of-Meat/81391 Tue, 22 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articlenorth.com/Article/Circumstances-of-Impacting-the-Quality-of-Meat/81391 Whenever you and other adults hold a party, you go through roughly the same routine: you fix dinner, you brighten up the place with simple decorations and you give away party favors that they can use and cherish for a long time. These events are formal, simple and with few or no horseplay at all. Yet, everyone goes home contented and happy. http://www.articlenorth.com/Article/Helpful-Tips-on-Children-Theme-Parties/81389 Tue, 22 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articlenorth.com/Article/Helpful-Tips-on-Children-Theme-Parties/81389 Fish stock. ----------- http://www.articlenorth.com/Article/Five-Fish-Soups/81355 Tue, 22 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articlenorth.com/Article/Five-Fish-Soups/81355 As you look back on your childhood years, you realize that there have been numerous times in your life that you wish you could go back to. For one, you hope that you can still enjoy get-togethers like you did when you were a kid. There's nothing more wonderful than seeing colorful decorations, eating delicious food and receiving fun party favors. Now that you're an adult, you think that you can't do all those fun stuff anymore. http://www.articlenorth.com/Article/Adults-Theme-Parties/80330 Wed, 16 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articlenorth.com/Article/Adults-Theme-Parties/80330 For many years,Belgian chocolate have been the perfect choice for all events. Any special celebration,from holidays to anniversaries to birthdays, is a welcome time to give and receive these presents and quite a few people across the country has given or received candys at some point in the past. The industry has become a profitable giant and earning scontinue to increase each year. http://www.articlenorth.com/Article/Express-Your-Emotions-with-Chocolate-Truffles/79731 Sat, 12 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articlenorth.com/Article/Express-Your-Emotions-with-Chocolate-Truffles/79731 Well, it is almost that time of year again when everyone sets out to pull out their finest in grills and grilling accessories. Then again, for some people, the thrill and joy that comes with grilling cannot wait for summertime as they will step out on their porches with snow on the ground just to get a taste of what a viking smoker grill will give them in terms of taste and flavor for their most favorite foods. For the hard-core grillers, there is nothing that can stop them from pulling out their viking smoker grill. http://www.articlenorth.com/Article/Enjoy-the-Viking-Smoker-Grill/79374 Thu, 10 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articlenorth.com/Article/Enjoy-the-Viking-Smoker-Grill/79374 Mexican food has become a billion business! With all the outlets combined, it is clear that Americans are enjoying the flavors of Mexican food. Food experts say Americans are acquiring more adventurous tastes, as well as cravings for new flavors and ingredients. Mexican food is an acquired taste for some, but for others it is an immediate love and sometimes even an obsession. http://www.articlenorth.com/Article/Nothing-Beats-the-Taste-of-Authentic-Mexican-Food/79083 Tue, 08 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articlenorth.com/Article/Nothing-Beats-the-Taste-of-Authentic-Mexican-Food/79083 Has someone been sweet to you? Return the favor by giving them a cookie gift basket. Cookies are a universal favorite, beloved by all ages. The variety of cookies available is endless and you'll have a lot of fun arranging and decorating this tasty treat. http://www.articlenorth.com/Article/Give-a-Cookie-Gift-Basket-to-Someone-Sweet/78770 Mon, 07 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articlenorth.com/Article/Give-a-Cookie-Gift-Basket-to-Someone-Sweet/78770 For so many of us, coffee is the critical fuel that gets us going each day. Even I agree that it takes no less than two cups of coffee before I am fully alert and can properly perform my daily duties. http://www.articlenorth.com/Article/Home-Espresso-Machines/78057 Wed, 02 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articlenorth.com/Article/Home-Espresso-Machines/78057 Many Americans are fascinated by Japanese culture. We've found a lot to love about the Japanese culture, especially when it comes to the food. If you want a Japanese flair for your party or you just want a nice Japanese snack for yourself, here are some ideas. http://www.articlenorth.com/Article/Traditional-Japanese-Snack-Food-You-Will-Love/77299 Fri, 28 Mar 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articlenorth.com/Article/Traditional-Japanese-Snack-Food-You-Will-Love/77299 Wild varieties are equally delicious. Clams are a very popular addition to pasta dishes. Hard clams, also called quahogs, live in sandy coves and can be caught when the tide is low.Fresh shellfish is a wonderful thing to eat all year round. It includes clams, scallops, mussels and more. Farm-raised cultured mussels are fresh and readily available. A great dish to enjoy with butter and garlic is stuffed quahogs. And, of course, there is always clam chowder! http://www.articlenorth.com/Article/Fresh-Shellfish--Great-To-Have-For-For-Dinner-/77105 Thu, 27 Mar 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articlenorth.com/Article/Fresh-Shellfish--Great-To-Have-For-For-Dinner-/77105 Vegetables are a great way to provide the necessary vitamins and minerals to your family. However, how many times have you told your children to eat their vegetables? Probably a lot. http://www.articlenorth.com/Article/Vegetable-Recipes-Your-Kids-Will-Beg-For/77021 Wed, 26 Mar 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articlenorth.com/Article/Vegetable-Recipes-Your-Kids-Will-Beg-For/77021 Summer is a great period for entertaining, and a very fun way to entertain is to invite your friends and family over for a clambake. Lobster and clams cooked over a fire, some exotic drinks, brightly colored decorations and appropriate music make for a great time for everybody. http://www.articlenorth.com/Article/Lobster-Clambake--Not-Just-For-The-Summer/76666 Mon, 24 Mar 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articlenorth.com/Article/Lobster-Clambake--Not-Just-For-The-Summer/76666 How things have changed, cake decorating used to be so simple. You placed a candle in the middle of your cake,you smoothed over some frosting from a can on to the cake with a butter knife, and you were finished, job done. http://www.articlenorth.com/Article/Cake-Decorating-Instructions---Basic-Cake-Decorating-Techniques/75919 Tue, 18 Mar 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articlenorth.com/Article/Cake-Decorating-Instructions---Basic-Cake-Decorating-Techniques/75919 When you stop to consider outdoor cooking equipment for barbeque you are faced with three choices essentially: http://www.articlenorth.com/Article/Cooking-Equipment-for-Barbeque-Outdoors/75452 Sat, 15 Mar 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articlenorth.com/Article/Cooking-Equipment-for-Barbeque-Outdoors/75452