Food fun facts

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2 Nov

10 Triumphant Facts About Truffle

Ever sniffed out a truffle before? These fungi are some of the most sought-after delicacies growing across the globe – and many say that once you’ve tried a truffle, you’ll understand the price tag! Truffles are mysterious and highly prized – which makes them all the more ripe for one of our fact files. Here …
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2 Nov

9 Cracking Facts about Coconut Milk

While it’s not technically milk, that hasn’t stopped the liquid insides of the average coconut from becoming highly popular with the masses! However, did you know that coconut milk is different from coconut water? It’s also said to contain some fantastic health benefits. Let’s take a look at some fun facts about coconut milk to …
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18 Sep

10 Opulent Facts About Caviar

Even if you’ve never eaten caviar before, it’s likely you’ll have heard of the delicacy as a symbol of true opulence. It has become a symbol of money and expensive tastes – meaning this really isn’t something you’ll be able to get in a can from the store for under a buck fifty! However, you …
Vegan Mushroom Lasagne Recipe
1 Sep

Lovely Vegan Mushroom Lasagne Recipe

Vegan Mushroom Lasagne: Serves 4 When my eldest left home for university I paced the house unsure of where to find him. He returned one Christmas a vegetarian with an interest in becoming vegan. We love our big family Christmas get togethers and some of our beloved family members have developed various foods which they …
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2 Jul

14 Nutrition Facts About Ham

Many of us love tucking into a nice slice or two of ham, but how much do we really know about one of our favourite foods? It’s time to take closer look at the nutrition facts for ham! 1. More liquid than meat? Ham is typically 53% water! 2. It’s great for energy and strength. …
a plate of yogurt
26 Jun

10 Yummy Facts about Yoghurt

While you may not think much about yoghurt, it actually is a pretty fascinating treat! Most of us have had yoghurts in our diets since we were children, and still turn to it today. It is common as a breakfast item, a dessert, a snack, and even a diet food. But what do we really …
interesting facts about rationing
1 Jun

9 Less Than Fun Facts about Rationing

In times of dire need, we must be mindful about what we consume, including how much. Rationing is a term which applied during wartime to help ensure that everyone had enough access to food and necessary supplies. However, it can also apply during any time of crisis. Rationing can come into effect when there are …
facts about herrings
31 Dec

23 Hefty Facts About Herring

A silvery creature with some tinges of blue here and there, and a forked tail! Are you guessing yet? Yes, it’s a herring! This fish has a torpedo-shaped body with a dark greyish-blue upper-side, and silver over the rest of its body. Here’s some some fun facts about herring to fill you up… 1. There …
facts about growing vegetables
28 Sep

9 Top Facts About Growing Vegetables

Ever thought about trying to grow your own food? It can be fantastic fun – and what’s more, it’s easier than you think to get started. Growing veggies is a great way to teach kids how the world of food production works, and if you worry about how many chemicals and preservatives make their way …
pizza facts
9 Sep

17 Perfect Facts About Pizza

Pizza is a delicious dish made of bread, tomato, cheese and more. While it originated in Italy, there are many, many different localisations on the classic! Here’s a thick-crust stack of fun pizza facts to whet your appetite. 1. Pizza is amazingly popular. It’s thought that we buy and consume more than five billion pizzas, …
facts about healthy eating
4 Sep

21 Wholesome Facts About Healthy Eating

Would you like to feel great, have more energy, improve your health, and boost your mood? If you do, then healthy eating is your answer! A healthy nutritious diet can boost your immune system and help fight off virus and disease. Eating a healthy diet is not about severe restrictions, depriving yourself of the foods …
facts about protein
9 May

18 Fun Facts You (Probably) Didn’t Know About Protein

What is protein anyway? Well, it’s a macronutrient that our body uses for fuel. It’s essential for building and repairing muscle, healthy cell structure, storing and transporting key nutrients, and forming vital organs, arteries, and glands throughout the body. It’s also necessary for the healing and repair of the skin, bones, and hair. That all …