The traditional point of view of taste is the four; sweet, sour, salty, and bitter. Scientifically our human tongue can experience these flavors. However, Umami is also the flavor humans can taste just like spiciness. It’s your fifth taste of deliciousness that is subtle and undeniably there. Chefs around the world are embracing Umami as…
Category: Food
Food in times of the Corona Virus
At present, there is no cure for the virus except self-care. Below is the list of foods that will help you build your immune system. It is a personal opinion, not medical. I have personally healed my daughter’s tooth decay by diet, not by surgery, as many dentists recommended. That’s how I started my Ph.D. worth of research on food, tooth decay, building the immune system, or any health issues that come up in our family.
Food is his Destiny. Vinai is his home.
Some people are born to delight others with their presence and their food. Chef Yia Vang is one of them. When you meet him, you will know what I mean. His friends and supporters describe him as someone who commands respect with love and humility. He is serious about his food and his tribe. His…
Ten delicious things of the last decade
In a week, my oldest daughter turns 11. So the list below documents my culinary experiences of my journey being a mother, caretaker, and suddenly responsible for a life. She was born in Denver, and before settling down on the hills of Stillwater, MN by the mighty St. Croix River we ventured to Los Angeles…
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