A Journey Among the Flavours of Chianti (Part 1): Greve, Panzano and Radda

The land of Chianti offers precious views to its visitors: medieval abbeys and fortified villages as well as smooth hills of unique colours. But, not only is your sight continuously stimulated while getting around this land rich in culture and ancient, also your taste and smell will have their own chance to be pleased as going through Chianti's routes. Besides, everybody knows that the recollection of a journey comes from our eyes and also from the memory of a strong flavour or taste.

We cannot forget, of course, the most famous and celebrated product of this region: red wine. The main character of our itinerary will be food - olive oil, cheese, honey, encased cold cuts, meat and vegetables and so on... that goes so well with the most important product of this region that is wine.

I Love German Wine and Food -  A Rheingau Riesling Spaetlese

If you are in the mood for some fine German wine and food, why don't you consider the Rheingau region of central Germany? You may even find a bargain, and I hope that you'll have fun on this fact-filled wine education tour in which we review a local Riesling Spaetlese, literally a late-harvest wine but in fact one made from ripe grapes.
The Rheingau region is the most central of Germany's thirteen wine regions but comes in eighth both for vineyard area and the volume of wine produced. It has quite a special terrain. The majestic Rhine River runs mostly in the east-west direction and has excellent exposure to the summer sun. Furthermore the heavily wooded hillsides block cold air. The Rheingau is known for its Riesling which makes up over 80% of its total wine production. Pinot Noir (Spaetburgunder) comes in second with a measly 10%. But this is Riesling country and has been since the Middle Ages. And since the late Eighteenth Century it has been making Spaetlese and the sweeter Auslese wines.

A Love Affair: Japan and Curry

Curry rice is a very popular dish in Japan. The Japanese version differs greatly from the curry and rice that started on the Indian subcontinent, spread throughout South Asia, and then moved to other parts of the world. To provide a meal that almost everybody in Japan will eat, curry rice may be the best option. The percentage of people in Japan who dislike curry rice is a small percentage.

Although curry leaves are from the curry tree, a tree native to India, not all curry contains curry leaves. When we hear rice and curry, or curry and rice, curry does not refer to the curry tree. Curry is thought to come from the Tamil word "kari," which refers to gravy or sauce, not spices. Curry uses a wide range of different spices that vary according to the dish and the region.

Essential Things to Know Before Visiting a Sushi Bar

Are you a sushi beginner? Never been out for an evening of Japanese seafood dining? Then get yourself ready with the following essential information about how to get the most out of your sushi dining experience.

10 things to know about dining out for sushi

1. This is NOT Chinese food. Far too many people walk into a fine neighborhood sushi establishment and immediately request the Chow Mein special with a chicken egg roll. That's Chinese food, people. Sushi is a fresh, raw and healthy delicacy from Japan.
2. Watch out for the sake. Sake looks harmless enough; it is served from decorative bottles in tiny cups and glasses. But watch out for the alcohol kick from this strong spirit. To experience a sushi restaurant in full, enjoy a glass - but in keep it all in moderation.