Michela Becchi

Veganuary 2022: the worldwide challenge to go vegan for one month

Time for a change, starting at the dinner table: to tackle climate change, it is essential to reduce our meat intake. An easy way to get started? Veganuary asks people to ditch animal products this month.

Boeuf bourguignon: history, origins and interesting facts about this iconic French dish

Rich, aromatic and braised in Burgundy wine, boeuf bourguignon is a dish of humble origins, born in the French countryside. Here's its history.

Alkermes: history, interesting facts and news on the red liqueur

It was once given to children as sedative and considered an elixir of life: past, present and future of alkermes.

Vegetarian meatballs: 8 unexpected recipes

Made with legumes or grains, vegetarian meatballs are ideal for those who have chosen to follow a meatless diet but don't want to give up on the delicious balls, also perfect for a delicious appetizer. Here are some ideas to...

Sunday roast, British Sunday lunch - history and lore

As an alternative to classic pasta casserole can be Roast beef, roasted vegetables and apple crumble. The history of British Sunday roast.

Donuts: history and curiosities about American fried donuts

From artisanal to industrial production, by way of legends and folktales: here's all there is to know about the legendary American donuts.

Shortcrust pastry: history, recipes, variations and confection tips

Delicious, simple, suitable for many recipes. In a word: perfect. Here's everything you need to know about shortcrust pastry.

Fortune cookies: history, origins and success of the Japanese treats

We first came to know them through American films, then in the Chinese restaurants of Europe. But the famous cookies containing prophecies are actually a Japanese specialty. Here's the whole story.

Breakfast in Ecuador: bolón de verde, humitas, empanadas de viento

Peruvian gastronomy is now famous and appreciated all over the world, but other Latin countries have a lot to offer in terms of fine food. In Ecuador, for example, the local diet is tasty starting from the morning meal. Here...

Candy cane: History and legend of red and white Christmas sticks

The J-shape of Jesus, the stripes that represent a coded language... what's really behind the famous American candy canes?
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