The United Nations designated March 22nd as World Water Day in 1993. World Water Day is about actions to combat the water crisis. World Water Day is supported all around the globe. The theme for 2017 is “Why waste water?” and is about reducing the wastewater. We all can do that. Guy Ryder, Chair of… Continue reading World Water Day – 22 March
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Nutrition Month March 2017 – Canada
March is National Nutrition Month. It started in 1973 as a week-long event and became a month-long one in 1980 because people grew interest in nutrition. Nutrition Month is sponsored by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and focuses on helping people developing good eating habits, exercise and make correct food choices. We are what… Continue reading Nutrition Month March 2017 – Canada
Why I eat healthy
I don’t believe in diets. This is my personal opinion. I believe in a balanced life with sport and food that makes your body work 100%. For some people, eating healthy is a trend and for others is a way of life. When I start taking care of myself, it took me some years to… Continue reading Why I eat healthy
Health benefits of parsnip
The parsnip is a root vegetable closely related to the carrot and parsley. Parsnips are native to Europe and Asia and were introduced to North America in the 17th century. Larger parsnips can have a woody texture, but smaller roots have a tender texture and sweet flavor. Parsnips' hearty texture stands up well to roasting. Try combining… Continue reading Health benefits of parsnip
Spring vegetables
Spring is here. Outside it getting warmer every day. I made a list with all the green vegetables I am gone eat this march. Fresh green from my garden or from the market. Spring green onion – so good in salad or (like my little one like it) straight from the garden. Nettles – We… Continue reading Spring vegetables
Rhubarb -fruit or vegetable
Rhubarb has a very interesting look and history. In most of the countries rhubarb is considered a vegetable, but in America is considered a fruit. It is mainly used in pies and other desserts. It is native to Siberia and spread through Europe and North America. In Romania we use it as a fruit and… Continue reading Rhubarb -fruit or vegetable
Potatoes
Roasted, mashed or baked, we all consider potatoes most of the time as comfort food. Being available all year long, potatoes are one of the few vegetables I grew up with. There wasn’t a day without potatoes. You need to store them in a cool, dry and dark place. Potatoes are indigenous to Peru, where… Continue reading Potatoes
Learning photography
I have been asked about online courses or books about photography or food photography many times. Learning about photography is a long process and takes time and practice, patience and love for this beautiful art. There is no recipe for learning or any magic trick. I am no expert, but I can share with you… Continue reading Learning photography
Spices for Christmas
Cinnamon, ginger, turmeric and cardamom are just a few spices that instantly conjure up Christmas. I am using them in mulled wine, cakes, cookies, hot chocolate and coffee. I know turmeric and cardamom are not really spices for Christmas, but I think they deserve to be on my spices list for Christmas. Cinnamon is obtained… Continue reading Spices for Christmas
Homemade Vanilla Extract
I always wanted to have a homemade vanilla extract. It has only 2 ingredients and is all natural, no chemicals at all. I found so many recipes on the net about the process and all of them had lots of vanilla beans. In my country vanilla beans are very expensive so buying 8 or 10… Continue reading Homemade Vanilla Extract
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