Traditionally, pasta in Italy is made using a method called Al Bronzo and a different type of flour–but does that really make it better?
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Traditionally, pasta in Italy is made using a method called Al Bronzo and a different type of flour–but does that really make it better?
Is Italian Pasta Really Better?
Traditionally, pasta in Italy is made using a method called Al Bronzo and a different type of flour–but does that really make it better?
FOOD FIGHT!! DEADLIEST – Mochi vs. Blowfish
Welcome ladies and gentleman to the main event of the week! In the category of Culinary Boxing here at Chef’s Mandala, we have weighing in at 7.6 oz from mainland Japan, please welcome Mochi! His opponent, weighing in at 8 lbs from the Sea of Japan, please welcome Blowfish! LET’S GET READY TO RRRRR…….HAVE A SPIRITED DEBATE ON […]
TOP 10 “UNTOUCHABLES” PROHIBITION RECIPES
10. Spaghetti with Walnut Sauce Prohibition was a revolutionary time in American history in which theoretically responsible alcoholism went head to head with the religious beliefs of a Christian minority. Chief among the gangsters of the Prohibition area were Al Capone with his Chicago-based syndicate. His favorite dish was this Sardinian walnut sauce pasta recipe from Cookstr. […]
FOOD FIGHT!! CHEESE – French Comte vs. Swiss Gruyere
Welcome ladies and gentleman to the main event of the week! In the category of Culinary Boxing here at Chef’s Mandala, we have weighing in at 91 lbs from France, please welcome Comté cheese! His opponent, weighing in at 72 lbs from the cantons Bern, Jura, Fribourg, Vaud, and Neuchâtel, please welcome Swiss Gruyère! LET’S GET READY […]
TOP 10 “KILLING ME SOFTLY” NIGHTSHADE RECIPES
10. Eggplant Rollatini There is an argument among some in the food community that edible fruits are generally a safer health choice then vegetables, and nightshades are their example. Inflammation, arthritis and diabetes are negatively impacted by the alkaloids (insect deterrent) naturally present in this family of foods. From the website Garlic and Zest comes […]
TOP 10 “NOTORIOUS B.I.G.” JUICY SARDINE RECIPES
10. Fisherman’s Eggs When the rapper Notorious B.I.G. sang about having “Juicy Sardines” for dinner, the man definitely knew his seafood! From the Sophisticated Caveman comes this recipe that has both great photography and sunny-side up eggs to boot! 9. Miso Soup with Sardine Balls No, this isn’t testicle fish soup. From Saveur comes this […]
FOOD FIGHT!! CHEESE – Camembert vs. Brie
Welcome ladies and gentleman to the main event of the week! In the soft-ripened category of Culinary Boxing here at Chef’s Mandala, we have weighing in at 8 ounces from France, please welcome Camembert! Her opponent, weighing in at 6.6 pounds also from France, please welcome Brie! LET’S GET READY TO RRRRR…….HAVE A SPIRITED DEBATE ON FOOD!!! […]
TOP 5 “RAT PACK” RECIPES
5. Joey Bishop’s Rusty Nail This marriage of the Scottish liquor Drambuie and whiskey was invented in the 1960’s at the 21 club in Manhattan. From Esquire comes this recipe that was advertised by the Rat Pack as “the best things happen between 10 pm and 2 am.” Today this expression is a favorite among […]
FOOD FIGHT!! PROSCIUTTO OF THE SEA – Spain vs. Italy
Welcome ladies and gentleman to the main event of the week! In the category of Culinary Boxing here at Chef’s Mandala, we have weighing in at 1 pound from Spain, please welcome mojama! His opponent, weighing in at 3.5 ounces from Italy, please welcome mosciame di tonno! LET’S GET READY TO RRRRR…….HAVE A SPIRITED DEBATE ON FOOD!!! […]
TOP 7 “GHOSTFACE KILLAH” GROUPER RECIPES
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1HkauyhaTX4 7. Cast Iron Creole Grouper When it comes to rap and seafood, no one loves this fish more! A definite potential Ghostface Killah grouper dish comes from Aggies Kitchen. This recipe uses a spice mix from Emeril himself (whose frequent use of the word “Bam!” to entertain the masses disguised just how good a chef […]
FOOD FIGHT!! JAMON IBERICO – Bellota vs. Cebo
Welcome ladies and gentleman to the main event of the week! In the category of Culinary Boxing here at Chef’s Mandala, we have weighing in at 18 pounds from Spain, please welcome Jamon Iberico de Bellota! His opponent, weighing in at 15 pounds also from Spain, please welcome Jamon Iberico de Cebo! LET’S GET READY TO RRRRR…….HAVE […]
TOP 8 “SIMON & GARFUNKEL” STUDIO LUNCH RECIPES
8. Angry Chicken When any couple has a falling out (let alone the most famous musical duo of their generation) what to serve? From Genius Kitchen comes this recipe that uses a Cajun spice blend to give it an “angry” flavor. This is a quick and easy recipe to knock out. 7. Pissed Off […]
FOOD FIGHT!! PASTA – Slow vs. Quick Dry
Welcome ladies and gentleman to the main event of the week! In the category of Culinary Boxing here at Chef’s Mandala, we have weighing in at 1.1 pounds from industrial factories, please welcome quick dry pasta! His opponent, also weighing in at 1.1 pounds from artisans everywhere, please welcome slow dry pasta! LET’S GET READY TO RRRRR…….HAVE […]
TOP 8 “BUTTHOLE SURFERS” RECIPES
8. Pig Rectum Calamari The N.P.R. show This American Life featured an episode on fake calamari. This question of Is That Calamari or Pig Rectum has been subject to some debate about whether its true or not. While large amounts of boneless, inverted pig rectums are sold to China and Korea, whether American restaurants […]
FOOD FIGHT!! SAN MARZANO TOMATOES – Italy vs. California
Welcome ladies and gentleman to the main event of the week! In the category of Culinary Boxing here at Chef’s Mandala, we have weighing in at 4 ounces from Campania, please welcome the Italian San Marzano tomato! His opponent, weighing in at 5 ounces from the U.S.A., please welcome the California San Marzano tomato! LET’S GET READY […]
FOOD FIGHT!! CHEESE – Munster vs. Epoisse
Welcome ladies and gentleman to the main event of the week! In the category of Culinary Boxing here at Chef’s Mandala, we have weighing in at 8 ounces from the France, please welcome Epoisse! His opponent, weighing in at 1 pound from the industrial plants all over the world, please welcome munster! LET’S GET READY TO RRRRR…….HAVE […]
FOOD FIGHT!! CHEESE – Raw vs. Pasteurized Milk
Welcome ladies and gentleman to the main event of the week! In the category of Culinary Boxing here at Chef’s Mandala, we have weighing in at 12 liters from cows, sheep and goats everywhere, please welcome raw milk! His opponent, also weighing in at a slightly warmer 12 liters, please welcome pasteurized milk! LET’S GET READY TO […]
TOP 10 “LADY & THE TRAMP” RECIPES FOR SHARING
10. Fusilli Carbonara with Frisee and Lemon This recipe from Martha Stewart is not only delicious but also visually stunning. The mix of red, yellow and green colors makes this a dish that just grabs your attention. If your budget is a little tight and a good quality Parmesan cheese is just too expensive, try […]
