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In the verdant valleys of Changpyeongmyeon, South Korea, nestled amidst lush mountains, lies Kisoondo, an institution of Korean culinary tradition. For nearly seven decades, this master of soy sauce has upheld the art of making ‘jang’, a Korean term that translates to ‘sauce.’ Her craft focuses on everything …
A traditional, low-alcohol beverage, makgeolli is a cloudy rice wine that bridges the gap between the rural simplicity and the modern sophisticated palate of Korea. Born from the fermentation of rice, water, and nuruk, a wheat-based starter, it is an embodiment of Korea’s agrarian roots and traditions, known for …
Is it the water? Is it the technique? NYC bagels are unique, and the quality in the city is as high as its pizza game. After trying different bagels in New York City for over a year, this small guide collates our best experiences.
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Polvorones are beloved traditional Spanish Christmas sweets that are known for their delicate and crumbly texture, which is achieved through a high fat content and the use of toasted flour. These sweets typically contain almonds, flour, lard, sugar, and cinnamon, and the best producers are established in Estepa (Andalucía) and …
Oysters have long been valued, dating back to Roman times for their fleshy, bright and saline meat. They evolved from being a basic food for the less fortunate to a coveted delicacy among urban elites. Modern farming has made them widely accessible again. However, native oysters of Western Europe (Ostrea edulis) experienced …
One of our favourite advantages to these festive days that are approaching is the proliferation of offers of fresh panettone (of course, game, shellfish and turbot also excel in this season). This sweet bread is an enriched bread with candied citrus peel, raisins and chocolate that stands out for its …
Pesky fish is an online platform connecting fishermen and customers. At 7AM, their market opens with the catches of the day. The selection of seafood ranges from seabass, mussels and sole to gurnard and John Dory. Produce runs out rapidly and around 9AM the market closes. Early birds will benefit …
Simply the finest canned seafood we have ever tried. So tender that it’s hard to believe it came out of a can.
They are perfect for a quick dinner or a tapas night. Get a good glass of wine, some warm bread, and a tomato salad; and you are ready …