food

The idea of giving deep thought to which food to serve with a selected wine goes back centuries. It will surprise many that the same is true of pairing a good beer with a favorite dish.

Mexican foods owe their flavor to their traditional condiments. Herbs such as oregano and basil, and spices such as cumin are among them. Garlic is also a popular seasoning in Mexico but no Mexican dish, unless is dessert, is considered finished without adding chili in some fashion.

Mexican food history has been enriched by the contributions of Mexican immigrants who have spread their culinary traditions globally, making Mexican cuisine a symbol of their ethnicity.

Did not we say Mexican food is as varied and colorful as its history? Come and see for yourself.

Though some experts dispute the wisdom of calling chiles peppers, there's no disagreement about what they add to Mexican food: great taste and a lot of zing.

Italy is no slouch when it comes to this delectable dairy food. That should be no big surprise, since Italy is a land of many regions and even includes two major islands.

Best known for pasta-based dishes, there is a category of Italian food that should never be overlooked by those seeking great taste: Italian breads. Bread is an ancient food and nowhere has that fact been more evident than in this sun-drenched land.

Back a few years ago when I was on a trip to India, I noticed that many dishes were cooked in yogurt sauce and that sautéing of onions was one of the favorite ingredients in most recipes.