Archives Eating - My Daily Magazine - Art, Design, DIY, Fashion and Beauty ! MyDailyMagazine.com Wed, 09 Jun 2021 11:28:03 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.5.2 3 Foods That Will Help You Fight Stress https://mydailymagazine.com/3-foods-that-will-help-you-fight-stress/ Sat, 12 Jun 2021 21:34:00 +0000 https://mydailymagazine.com/?p=42439 We know that stress is the cause of numerous health problems, but what causes stress? Apart from obvious factors like the number of things you’re handling and the responsibilities you have in life, the food you’re eating can also impact the stress levels. Here are three foods that will help you fight it. Fruit Fruits, […]

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]]> We know that stress is the cause of numerous health problems, but what causes stress? Apart from obvious factors like the number of things you’re handling and the responsibilities you have in life, the food you’re eating can also impact the stress levels. Here are three foods that will help you fight it.

Fruit

Fruits, especially those rich in antioxidants like berries, will help your gut and make your cortisol levels lower. This will, in turn, lift your mood and keep you energized throughout the day.

Dark Chocolate

Dark chocolate is a great choice for when you’re feeling stressed as it contains polyphenols—again, antioxidants. But don’t cheat and get milk chocolate, as it won’t have the same effect. Aim for 70% cocoa or more.

Eggs and Nuts

Eggs, nuts, and also turkey meat all help your body make serotonin, one of the happiness hormones. It’s difficult to feel stressed and happy at the same time, so your body will start releasing stress after you eat these foods.

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]]> Mandy Lee Treats Cooking As a Form of Escapism https://mydailymagazine.com/mandy-lee-treats-cooking-as-a-form-of-escapism/ Thu, 16 Jul 2020 12:23:00 +0000 https://mydailymagazine.com/?p=46171 For most of us, cooking is just something we have to get out of the way in order to have something to eat – a pesky task like cleaning or laundry washing. But for Mandy Lee, cooking is much more than that. Sharing her recipes online, Lee treats her platform as a way of channeling […]

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]]> For most of us, cooking is just something we have to get out of the way in order to have something to eat – a pesky task like cleaning or laundry washing. But for Mandy Lee, cooking is much more than that. Sharing her recipes online, Lee treats her platform as a way of channeling her thoughts and feeling, dubbing it “an angry food blog”.

Ironically enough, Lee admits that before starting her blog, she had never measured anything during cooking, nor has she ever followed a recipe successfully. Having said that, she likes sharing her recipes with added backstories. Those make the cooking process less of a hazard and more of a journey.

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Five months ago, I published a cookbook about my self-imposed social isolation during the six years I lived in Beijing. Never could I have imagined that this would soon be a reality for a massive population worldwide. Today, an article I wrote for @food52 goes live, where I further reflect on how social detachment had affected me emotionally and my experience through this pandemic while living in Hong Kong. Please go check it out. And of course, if you’re looking for more reading material during your lockdown, follow the link in my profile for a copy of my book, The Art is Escapism Cooking. • • • • • #f52grams #feedfeed #huffposttaste #buzzfeast #eeeeeats #beautifulcuisines #thekitchn #foodandwine #forkyeah #yahoofood #onthetable #buzzfeedfood #vscofood #foodstyling #foodphotography #lifeandthyme #eater #heresmyfood #food52 #gloobyfood #foodgawker #eattheworld #eatfamous #tastingtable #dailyfoodfeed #spoonfeed #foodbeast #hautecuisines #foodblogfeed #theartofescapismcooking

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“The advertisements on the blog have no influence on the content,” assured Lee in an interview with Outlook India. “I try very hard not to warp the content to cater to a particular group, not even to the followers. That’s a slippery slope.”

She clearly does it well. With features in numerous publications, including Yahoo, Food 52, and the WashingtonPost, on top of well over 120k followers on Instagram – you’d want to take note from the Lady and Pups!

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New Recipe. For years, I’ve been sitting on a tapioca-based batter that is super easy to put together and produces donuts that greatly if not perfectly mirrors the texture of the infamous pon de ring donuts… and I haven’t told a single living soul. I was caught up at the impracticality if not impossibility of shaping the batter into the beaded shape (read the post for my argument against other pon de ring recipes on the internet). But today, such silliness ends here. By embracing what I thought was a weakness as a strength and dropping the donuts into the fryer in a particular motion, i was rewarded with these elongated “tails” that become super crispy and chips-like even hours after they’re made. It became such a pleasant contrast to the ballooned main body that deflates into a weightless pillow of silky chewiness, with a single hemisphere thinly glossed with vanilla seed icing and coated in salted peanut brown sugar dust. It’s a sweet, salty, light and chewy morsel, held by and ends with a shattering crunchy finish. I called them, tadpole-oca donuts, and the recipe is on the blog now. ⁣•⁣ ⁣•⁣ ⁣•⁣ ⁣•⁣ ⁣•⁣ ⁣#f52grams #feedfeed #huffposttaste #buzzfeast #eeeeeats #beautifulcuisines #thekitchn #foodandwine #forkyeah #yahoofood #onthetable #buzzfeedfood #vscofood #foodstyling #foodphotography #lifeandthyme #eater #heresmyfood #food52 #gloobyfood #foodgawker #eattheworld #eatfamous #tastingtable #dailyfoodfeed #spoonfeed #foodbeast #hautecuisines #foodblogfeed

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#cookingoutloud. Grilled whole fish. One of the most elegantly simple way to serve seafoods, yet so intimidating and easy to fuck up. Too much conoodling on the grill or in the oven, the delicate flesh loses its supple reason to be desired. Leaving the party too early, the pale skin deters appetite. But really, the perfect grilled whole fish is fuss-free and foolproof. Whether it’s branzino, sea bass or snapper, have it thoroughly scaled and gutted, cleaned and pat dry. Rub the fish inside out with appropriate amount of sea salt and ground white pepper, then let it slightly “cure” if you will, on a baking rack for one hour in the fridge. A process, often overlooked, that reduces excess liquid thus tightening and enhancing the texture of the flesh. Now pat the fish dry again, and reward its patience with a gentle rub of extra virgin olive oil on its skin and its cavity filled with your favorite herbs and couple slices of lemon. Place the fish on a baking rack set atop a baking sheet; the circulation of air is key. Now place it all into a cold oven. Yes, cold oven. Close and set to preheat on 300 F/150C. Strange, yes, but not really, when you realize that this method allows the delicate fish to slowly warm up, evenly and thoroughly, to reach its optimal doneness with minimal risk of overcooking in such low temperature. Once the oven finishes preheating, odds are the fish is also perfectly done. Relax because you can always check to see if the flesh easily separates from the bone. If not, back in the oven for another 10, 15 minutes or so. Regarding the crispy aspiration of the skin, this is where the fun part begins. Hover a blow-torch in a generous distance to the skin with a circular motion, and watch, in glee, the surface slowly blisters, hisses, cracks and crisps up to a beautifully charred landscape. Don’t forget the other side, too. Serve immediately with wedges of lime and garlic thyme infused olive oil. • • • • • #f52grams #feedfeed #huffposttaste #buzzfeast #eeeeeats #beautifulcuisines #thekitchn #foodandwine #forkyeah #yahoofood #onthetable #buzzfeedfood #vscofood #foodstyling #foodphotography #lifeandthyme #eater #heresmyfood

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When it comes to serving boards, to be honest, I had always favored vintage finds that carry the rich inherited patina that only time can produce. It’s a rare occasion that I come across a newly manufactured board with unique character and allure the catches my imaginations. Which is why I’m so glad to be in possession of this beauty by @rustotica, who combines tinted semi-translucent epoxy with solid wood to create one-of-a-kind serving boards. Mine is made in spalted ash with pearl resin, who will surely become one of my treasured items in the kitchen. Remember that each board is unique so if you don’t want to miss any opportunity, follow @rustotica to get updated. • • • • • #f52grams #feedfeed #huffposttaste #buzzfeast #eeeeeats #beautifulcuisines #thekitchn #foodandwine #forkyeah #yahoofood #onthetable #buzzfeedfood #vscofood #foodstyling #foodphotography #lifeandthyme #eater #heresmyfood #food52 #gloobyfood #foodgawker #eattheworld #eatfamous #tastingtable #dailyfoodfeed #spoonfeed #foodbeast #hautecuisines #foodblogfeed #onmytable

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After taking a short break from taking a long break, I’m finally rejoining the rest of the world with another episode of, #cookingoutloud. ⁣ ⁣⁣ ⁣Spaghetti with tomato sauce is the oldest thing on the menu, yet, it can still be exciting with a twist. Whatever recipe of tomato sauce that you dug up from your ancestor’s grave should work fine, but I make mine with simply olive oil, garlic, fresh thyme, but most importantly, seasoned with fish sauce with a good pinch of sugar. I reduce it down by 1/2 because thick tomato sauces agree with me.⁣ ⁣⁣ ⁣Then in another small pot, I shave 5 cloves of garlic using a truffle shaver and performed the same task with equal amount of pitted green olives, welcoming the irregular shapes and broken pieces as they add a rustic character to an intuitive homey dish. Two fillets of anchovies and enough extra virgin olive oil to flood all the ingredients later, I set the small pot over medium heat and fry until the garlics and olives become shriveled and slightly browned. I immediately transfer everything into a bowl to escape the possibility of over-browning, and added a pinch of chili flakes to celebrate. ⁣ ⁣⁣ ⁣Let your spaghetti that is still slightly under-cooked finish cooking inside the tomato sauce, allow proper introduction and chemistry between the two before pushing them onto the stage. Then spoon the garlic-olive oil over the top, salty crispy and all that, and a few opened fresh cherry tomatoes with flakey sea salt to add juice and coolness. Grated parmesan cheese, don’t forget that. ⁣ ⁣⁣ ⁣All the Cooking Out Loud series are saved in the blog, under the main menu “Cooking Out Loud”. ⁣ ⁣⁣⁣•⁣⁣⁣ ⁣⁣⁣•⁣⁣⁣ ⁣⁣⁣•⁣⁣⁣ ⁣⁣⁣•⁣⁣⁣ ⁣⁣⁣•⁣⁣⁣ ⁣⁣⁣#f52grams #feedfeed #huffposttaste #buzzfeast #eeeeeats #beautifulcuisines #thekitchn #foodandwine #forkyeah #yahoofood #onthetable #buzzfeedfood #vscofood #foodstyling #foodphotography #lifeandthyme #eater #heresmyfood #food52 #gloobyfood #foodgawker #eattheworld #eatfamous #tastingtable #dailyfoodfeed #spoonfeed #foodbeast #hautecuisines #foodblogfeed

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You know what’d be really cool? Make this #Christmas the beginning of a tradition when you start baking your own panettone! It’s what I’ve always wanted to do but felt intimated by this festive Italian cake, until I realized it wasn’t that difficult at all. Ask this rich and decadent panettone with dried mango, persimmon and coconut milk, and it will tell you I’m not lying. Recipe is in the blog’s archive, follow link in profile. ⁣⁣⁣•⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁠⠀ ⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣•⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁠⠀ ⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣•⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁠⠀ ⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣•⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁠⠀ ⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣•⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁠⠀ ⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣#f52grams #feedfeed #huffposttaste #buzzfeast #eeeeeats #beautifulcuisines #thekitchn #foodandwine #forkyeah #yahoofood #onthetable #buzzfeedfood #vscofood #foodstyling #foodphotography #lifeandthyme #eater #heresmyfood #food52 #gloobyfood #foodgawker #eattheworld #eatfamous #tastingtable #dailyfoodfeed #spoonfeed #foodbeast ⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣

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]]> When is the Best Time of Day to Eat Fruit? https://mydailymagazine.com/when-is-the-best-time-of-day-to-eat-fruit/ Thu, 30 May 2019 12:51:44 +0000 https://mydailymagazine.com/?p=23063 After a meal, a lot of people grab a piece of fruit, instead of reaching for a sugary snack. While this is good in practice and definitely better than eating refined sugars, eating fruit right after a meal can actually mess with your digestion. If you want to know the best times to eat fruit, […]

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]]> After a meal, a lot of people grab a piece of fruit, instead of reaching for a sugary snack. While this is good in practice and definitely better than eating refined sugars, eating fruit right after a meal can actually mess with your digestion. If you want to know the best times to eat fruit, this guide is perfect for you.

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Mornings are actually the best time of day to reach for a piece of fruit. It’s best to eat fruit after you’ve hydrated with some water. This is because your metabolism slows down as the day goes on, making it more difficult to digest things high in sugar like fruit.

If you eat fruit right after a meal, there is a chance you might feel some serious discomfort, bloating, or even diarrhea. This is because fruit, in conjunction with all the other food in your stomach, releases sugars and starts to ferment and slow down your digestion from all the fiber in it. This can lead to feelings of discomfort, so it’s best to wait at least 30 minutes after a meal to enjoy fruit.

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]]> The Flexitarian Diet is the Newest Trend https://mydailymagazine.com/the-flexitarian-diet-is-the-newest-trend/ Sat, 27 Oct 2018 06:00:31 +0000 https://mydailymagazine.com/?p=16349 For everyone who’s still looking for the perfect diet, we have a fresh new trend. The flexitarian diet is ideal for people that are occasionally vegetarian. It is mostly based on plant-derived products, but it also includes meat. This diet advice that you include animal-derived products in moderation. In other words, it is the perfect transition […]

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]]> For everyone who’s still looking for the perfect diet, we have a fresh new trend. The flexitarian diet is ideal for people that are occasionally vegetarian. It is mostly based on plant-derived products, but it also includes meat. This diet advice that you include animal-derived products in moderation. In other words, it is the perfect transition type of eating for people who are not sure they can go completely vegan right away.

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What You Should Eat

The flexitarian diet recommends that you mostly base your meals on fruits, vegetables, legumes, and whole grains. You should try and avoid all types of processed foods, and opt for fresh produce.

What You Should Avoid

You should be getting the majority of protein through plant-based products. Try to reduce the intake of meat to a minimum. The whole point is to eat animal-derived foods, but only occasionally, and set your own limit. This way it will be much easier for you to get used to eating what your body needs the most from a natural source. Also, if you’ve been trying to become a vegetarian, this is the perfect way to start. Sugar and sweets are the two other things you should definitely avoid.

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]]> The Best Things to Eat on a Low-Carb Diet https://mydailymagazine.com/the-best-things-to-eat-for-a-low-carb-diet/ Mon, 03 Sep 2018 11:01:22 +0000 https://mydailymagazine.com/?p=14358 The low-carb diet is a great way to lose some weight and be much healthier. You might need to give up foods that you love so much but it will be worth it. The whole point is to reduce the intake of carbs and lean on healthy fats and protein. Take a look at the […]

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]]> The low-carb diet is a great way to lose some weight and be much healthier. You might need to give up foods that you love so much but it will be worth it. The whole point is to reduce the intake of carbs and lean on healthy fats and protein. Take a look at the lost below

Cheese

Cheese and other dairy products contain a very low percentage of carbs. You should opt for either cheddar or cottage cheese. It is delicious, plus you can add it to many salads and meals.

Legumes

Lentils and pinto beans are rich in protein and that is exactly what you need with the low-carb diet. They will give you that energy boost that you need to go through the day.

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Easy mushroom lentil stew over mashed potatoes by @elavegan – so hearty, I’ve made this on repeat this past year! . Ingredients: 1 cup dry lentils, green or brown (190 g) 1 large onion (chopped) 2 cloves of garlic (minced) 1 tbsp oil (for frying) 3 tbsp white wine (40 ml) (optional) 3 cups vegetable broth (720 ml) 2 cups mushrooms sliced (135 g) 2 tbsp soy sauce 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar 1-2 tsp each of dried parsley, thyme and oregano A splash of coconut milk canned 1/2 tbsp cornstarch (to thicken) black pepper and chili flakes to taste Chopped pickles to taste (optional) Mashed potatoes 4 medium-sized potatoes (600 g) 1/4 cup coconut milk canned (60 ml) (**see recipe notes) 1/2 tsp nutmeg (or more/less to taste) black pepper, sea salt . Instructions: Rinse lentils under running water. I prefer to soak my lentils for about 15 minutes in lukewarm water but this step is optional (discard the water afterwards). Meanwhile, chop your onion, garlic, mushrooms. Heat oil in a skillet/frying pan, stir in the diced onion, the minced garlic and fry for 3 minutes over medium heat. . Add mushrooms, dried parsley, thyme, oregano, white wine (optional), balsamic vinegar, soy sauce (or tamari/coconut aminos to taste) and fry for a further 3-5 minutes. . Now add the lentils and 3 cups of vegetable broth and cook on low-medium heat (add more broth if needed) until the lentils are tender (about 20 minutes). . In the meantime, peel and chop potatoes, transfer them to a pot with salted water and bring to a boil. Cook on medium heat for about 15 minutes or until tender, drain. Transfer back to the pot, add coconut milk, nutmeg, black pepper and sea salt to taste and mash with a potato masher (don't use a food processor or blender). . Once the lentils are tender, mix a generous splash of coconut milk and cornstarch in a small bowl and pour this mixture into the lentil stew. Cook for a further 1 minute or until the desired thickness is reached. Season again with soy sauce (if needed), black pepper, and chili flakes. . Serve warm, garnish with chopped pickles and fresh herbs. . *If you don't like mushrooms, you can use chopped carrots or pumpkin #veganrecipes #lentils #lentilstew

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Nuts

Nuts are another low-carb snack that is simply too tasty to pass on. Almonds and walnuts should be your top two choices since they have the lowest sugar concentration. If you are longing for something delicious to snack on, try going with nuts instead of chocolate.

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Leafy Greens

Leafy green vegetables such as kale and spinach are the perfect substitute for sugar in most meals. They contain almost no carbs in their ingredient list. Leafy greens are also rich in vitamins and minerals.

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Fish

Both fish and seafood are great foods to include if you decide to go low-carb. Salmon, haddock, shrimps are rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which are super-healthy.

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]]> Make Eating Outside More Homey https://mydailymagazine.com/make-eating-outside-homey/ Mon, 21 May 2018 08:22:58 +0000 https://mydailymagazine.com/?p=9596 Whether you’re having a large family gathering or simply a dinner outside with friends, setting the mood is essential, and summer is the perfect time to do it outside. Instead of just putting food down on a table or a blanket on the ground, make your dining experience special with these easy tips. View this […]

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]]> Whether you’re having a large family gathering or simply a dinner outside with friends, setting the mood is essential, and summer is the perfect time to do it outside. Instead of just putting food down on a table or a blanket on the ground, make your dining experience special with these easy tips.

Table Cloth

It doesn’t matter if you’re eating in your backyard or in the park, putting down a tablecloth automatically makes the mood more intentional.  Even if you just have a plain gingham printed cloth, it will make outside feel more like inside, which is always fun. You can also bring cloth napkins, which not only helps bring an elegant feel to the meal, but it is also more eco-friendly than having paper napkins.

Flower Arrangments

Having a flower arrangement is the perfect centerpiece for any outdoor event. If you’re eating at home, you can always bring out a vase with flowers in it from your home, or even a potted plant. However, if you’re traveling somewhere and you don’t have the time or patience to bring along flowers, simply use an empty beer bottle or wine bottle and forage for wildflowers and weeds wherever you are.

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]]> ersion="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?> Archives Eating - My Daily Magazine - Art, Design, DIY, Fashion and Beauty ! MyDailyMagazine.com Wed, 09 Jun 2021 11:28:03 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.5.2 3 Foods That Will Help You Fight Stress https://mydailymagazine.com/3-foods-that-will-help-you-fight-stress/ Sat, 12 Jun 2021 21:34:00 +0000 https://mydailymagazine.com/?p=42439 We know that stress is the cause of numerous health problems, but what causes stress? Apart from obvious factors like the number of things you’re handling and the responsibilities you have in life, the food you’re eating can also impact the stress levels. Here are three foods that will help you fight it. Fruit Fruits, […]

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]]> We know that stress is the cause of numerous health problems, but what causes stress? Apart from obvious factors like the number of things you’re handling and the responsibilities you have in life, the food you’re eating can also impact the stress levels. Here are three foods that will help you fight it.

Fruit

Fruits, especially those rich in antioxidants like berries, will help your gut and make your cortisol levels lower. This will, in turn, lift your mood and keep you energized throughout the day.

Dark Chocolate

Dark chocolate is a great choice for when you’re feeling stressed as it contains polyphenols—again, antioxidants. But don’t cheat and get milk chocolate, as it won’t have the same effect. Aim for 70% cocoa or more.

Eggs and Nuts

Eggs, nuts, and also turkey meat all help your body make serotonin, one of the happiness hormones. It’s difficult to feel stressed and happy at the same time, so your body will start releasing stress after you eat these foods.

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]]> Mandy Lee Treats Cooking As a Form of Escapism https://mydailymagazine.com/mandy-lee-treats-cooking-as-a-form-of-escapism/ Thu, 16 Jul 2020 12:23:00 +0000 https://mydailymagazine.com/?p=46171 For most of us, cooking is just something we have to get out of the way in order to have something to eat – a pesky task like cleaning or laundry washing. But for Mandy Lee, cooking is much more than that. Sharing her recipes online, Lee treats her platform as a way of channeling […]

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]]> For most of us, cooking is just something we have to get out of the way in order to have something to eat – a pesky task like cleaning or laundry washing. But for Mandy Lee, cooking is much more than that. Sharing her recipes online, Lee treats her platform as a way of channeling her thoughts and feeling, dubbing it “an angry food blog”.

Ironically enough, Lee admits that before starting her blog, she had never measured anything during cooking, nor has she ever followed a recipe successfully. Having said that, she likes sharing her recipes with added backstories. Those make the cooking process less of a hazard and more of a journey.

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Five months ago, I published a cookbook about my self-imposed social isolation during the six years I lived in Beijing. Never could I have imagined that this would soon be a reality for a massive population worldwide. Today, an article I wrote for @food52 goes live, where I further reflect on how social detachment had affected me emotionally and my experience through this pandemic while living in Hong Kong. Please go check it out. And of course, if you’re looking for more reading material during your lockdown, follow the link in my profile for a copy of my book, The Art is Escapism Cooking. • • • • • #f52grams #feedfeed #huffposttaste #buzzfeast #eeeeeats #beautifulcuisines #thekitchn #foodandwine #forkyeah #yahoofood #onthetable #buzzfeedfood #vscofood #foodstyling #foodphotography #lifeandthyme #eater #heresmyfood #food52 #gloobyfood #foodgawker #eattheworld #eatfamous #tastingtable #dailyfoodfeed #spoonfeed #foodbeast #hautecuisines #foodblogfeed #theartofescapismcooking

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“The advertisements on the blog have no influence on the content,” assured Lee in an interview with Outlook India. “I try very hard not to warp the content to cater to a particular group, not even to the followers. That’s a slippery slope.”

She clearly does it well. With features in numerous publications, including Yahoo, Food 52, and the WashingtonPost, on top of well over 120k followers on Instagram – you’d want to take note from the Lady and Pups!

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New Recipe. For years, I’ve been sitting on a tapioca-based batter that is super easy to put together and produces donuts that greatly if not perfectly mirrors the texture of the infamous pon de ring donuts… and I haven’t told a single living soul. I was caught up at the impracticality if not impossibility of shaping the batter into the beaded shape (read the post for my argument against other pon de ring recipes on the internet). But today, such silliness ends here. By embracing what I thought was a weakness as a strength and dropping the donuts into the fryer in a particular motion, i was rewarded with these elongated “tails” that become super crispy and chips-like even hours after they’re made. It became such a pleasant contrast to the ballooned main body that deflates into a weightless pillow of silky chewiness, with a single hemisphere thinly glossed with vanilla seed icing and coated in salted peanut brown sugar dust. It’s a sweet, salty, light and chewy morsel, held by and ends with a shattering crunchy finish. I called them, tadpole-oca donuts, and the recipe is on the blog now. ⁣•⁣ ⁣•⁣ ⁣•⁣ ⁣•⁣ ⁣•⁣ ⁣#f52grams #feedfeed #huffposttaste #buzzfeast #eeeeeats #beautifulcuisines #thekitchn #foodandwine #forkyeah #yahoofood #onthetable #buzzfeedfood #vscofood #foodstyling #foodphotography #lifeandthyme #eater #heresmyfood #food52 #gloobyfood #foodgawker #eattheworld #eatfamous #tastingtable #dailyfoodfeed #spoonfeed #foodbeast #hautecuisines #foodblogfeed

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#cookingoutloud. Grilled whole fish. One of the most elegantly simple way to serve seafoods, yet so intimidating and easy to fuck up. Too much conoodling on the grill or in the oven, the delicate flesh loses its supple reason to be desired. Leaving the party too early, the pale skin deters appetite. But really, the perfect grilled whole fish is fuss-free and foolproof. Whether it’s branzino, sea bass or snapper, have it thoroughly scaled and gutted, cleaned and pat dry. Rub the fish inside out with appropriate amount of sea salt and ground white pepper, then let it slightly “cure” if you will, on a baking rack for one hour in the fridge. A process, often overlooked, that reduces excess liquid thus tightening and enhancing the texture of the flesh. Now pat the fish dry again, and reward its patience with a gentle rub of extra virgin olive oil on its skin and its cavity filled with your favorite herbs and couple slices of lemon. Place the fish on a baking rack set atop a baking sheet; the circulation of air is key. Now place it all into a cold oven. Yes, cold oven. Close and set to preheat on 300 F/150C. Strange, yes, but not really, when you realize that this method allows the delicate fish to slowly warm up, evenly and thoroughly, to reach its optimal doneness with minimal risk of overcooking in such low temperature. Once the oven finishes preheating, odds are the fish is also perfectly done. Relax because you can always check to see if the flesh easily separates from the bone. If not, back in the oven for another 10, 15 minutes or so. Regarding the crispy aspiration of the skin, this is where the fun part begins. Hover a blow-torch in a generous distance to the skin with a circular motion, and watch, in glee, the surface slowly blisters, hisses, cracks and crisps up to a beautifully charred landscape. Don’t forget the other side, too. Serve immediately with wedges of lime and garlic thyme infused olive oil. • • • • • #f52grams #feedfeed #huffposttaste #buzzfeast #eeeeeats #beautifulcuisines #thekitchn #foodandwine #forkyeah #yahoofood #onthetable #buzzfeedfood #vscofood #foodstyling #foodphotography #lifeandthyme #eater #heresmyfood

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When it comes to serving boards, to be honest, I had always favored vintage finds that carry the rich inherited patina that only time can produce. It’s a rare occasion that I come across a newly manufactured board with unique character and allure the catches my imaginations. Which is why I’m so glad to be in possession of this beauty by @rustotica, who combines tinted semi-translucent epoxy with solid wood to create one-of-a-kind serving boards. Mine is made in spalted ash with pearl resin, who will surely become one of my treasured items in the kitchen. Remember that each board is unique so if you don’t want to miss any opportunity, follow @rustotica to get updated. • • • • • #f52grams #feedfeed #huffposttaste #buzzfeast #eeeeeats #beautifulcuisines #thekitchn #foodandwine #forkyeah #yahoofood #onthetable #buzzfeedfood #vscofood #foodstyling #foodphotography #lifeandthyme #eater #heresmyfood #food52 #gloobyfood #foodgawker #eattheworld #eatfamous #tastingtable #dailyfoodfeed #spoonfeed #foodbeast #hautecuisines #foodblogfeed #onmytable

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After taking a short break from taking a long break, I’m finally rejoining the rest of the world with another episode of, #cookingoutloud. ⁣ ⁣⁣ ⁣Spaghetti with tomato sauce is the oldest thing on the menu, yet, it can still be exciting with a twist. Whatever recipe of tomato sauce that you dug up from your ancestor’s grave should work fine, but I make mine with simply olive oil, garlic, fresh thyme, but most importantly, seasoned with fish sauce with a good pinch of sugar. I reduce it down by 1/2 because thick tomato sauces agree with me.⁣ ⁣⁣ ⁣Then in another small pot, I shave 5 cloves of garlic using a truffle shaver and performed the same task with equal amount of pitted green olives, welcoming the irregular shapes and broken pieces as they add a rustic character to an intuitive homey dish. Two fillets of anchovies and enough extra virgin olive oil to flood all the ingredients later, I set the small pot over medium heat and fry until the garlics and olives become shriveled and slightly browned. I immediately transfer everything into a bowl to escape the possibility of over-browning, and added a pinch of chili flakes to celebrate. ⁣ ⁣⁣ ⁣Let your spaghetti that is still slightly under-cooked finish cooking inside the tomato sauce, allow proper introduction and chemistry between the two before pushing them onto the stage. Then spoon the garlic-olive oil over the top, salty crispy and all that, and a few opened fresh cherry tomatoes with flakey sea salt to add juice and coolness. Grated parmesan cheese, don’t forget that. ⁣ ⁣⁣ ⁣All the Cooking Out Loud series are saved in the blog, under the main menu “Cooking Out Loud”. ⁣ ⁣⁣⁣•⁣⁣⁣ ⁣⁣⁣•⁣⁣⁣ ⁣⁣⁣•⁣⁣⁣ ⁣⁣⁣•⁣⁣⁣ ⁣⁣⁣•⁣⁣⁣ ⁣⁣⁣#f52grams #feedfeed #huffposttaste #buzzfeast #eeeeeats #beautifulcuisines #thekitchn #foodandwine #forkyeah #yahoofood #onthetable #buzzfeedfood #vscofood #foodstyling #foodphotography #lifeandthyme #eater #heresmyfood #food52 #gloobyfood #foodgawker #eattheworld #eatfamous #tastingtable #dailyfoodfeed #spoonfeed #foodbeast #hautecuisines #foodblogfeed

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You know what’d be really cool? Make this #Christmas the beginning of a tradition when you start baking your own panettone! It’s what I’ve always wanted to do but felt intimated by this festive Italian cake, until I realized it wasn’t that difficult at all. Ask this rich and decadent panettone with dried mango, persimmon and coconut milk, and it will tell you I’m not lying. Recipe is in the blog’s archive, follow link in profile. ⁣⁣⁣•⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁠⠀ ⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣•⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁠⠀ ⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣•⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁠⠀ ⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣•⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁠⠀ ⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣•⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁠⠀ ⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣#f52grams #feedfeed #huffposttaste #buzzfeast #eeeeeats #beautifulcuisines #thekitchn #foodandwine #forkyeah #yahoofood #onthetable #buzzfeedfood #vscofood #foodstyling #foodphotography #lifeandthyme #eater #heresmyfood #food52 #gloobyfood #foodgawker #eattheworld #eatfamous #tastingtable #dailyfoodfeed #spoonfeed #foodbeast ⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣

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]]> When is the Best Time of Day to Eat Fruit? https://mydailymagazine.com/when-is-the-best-time-of-day-to-eat-fruit/ Thu, 30 May 2019 12:51:44 +0000 https://mydailymagazine.com/?p=23063 After a meal, a lot of people grab a piece of fruit, instead of reaching for a sugary snack. While this is good in practice and definitely better than eating refined sugars, eating fruit right after a meal can actually mess with your digestion. If you want to know the best times to eat fruit, […]

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]]> After a meal, a lot of people grab a piece of fruit, instead of reaching for a sugary snack. While this is good in practice and definitely better than eating refined sugars, eating fruit right after a meal can actually mess with your digestion. If you want to know the best times to eat fruit, this guide is perfect for you.

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Mornings are actually the best time of day to reach for a piece of fruit. It’s best to eat fruit after you’ve hydrated with some water. This is because your metabolism slows down as the day goes on, making it more difficult to digest things high in sugar like fruit.

If you eat fruit right after a meal, there is a chance you might feel some serious discomfort, bloating, or even diarrhea. This is because fruit, in conjunction with all the other food in your stomach, releases sugars and starts to ferment and slow down your digestion from all the fiber in it. This can lead to feelings of discomfort, so it’s best to wait at least 30 minutes after a meal to enjoy fruit.

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]]> The Flexitarian Diet is the Newest Trend https://mydailymagazine.com/the-flexitarian-diet-is-the-newest-trend/ Sat, 27 Oct 2018 06:00:31 +0000 https://mydailymagazine.com/?p=16349 For everyone who’s still looking for the perfect diet, we have a fresh new trend. The flexitarian diet is ideal for people that are occasionally vegetarian. It is mostly based on plant-derived products, but it also includes meat. This diet advice that you include animal-derived products in moderation. In other words, it is the perfect transition […]

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]]> For everyone who’s still looking for the perfect diet, we have a fresh new trend. The flexitarian diet is ideal for people that are occasionally vegetarian. It is mostly based on plant-derived products, but it also includes meat. This diet advice that you include animal-derived products in moderation. In other words, it is the perfect transition type of eating for people who are not sure they can go completely vegan right away.

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What You Should Eat

The flexitarian diet recommends that you mostly base your meals on fruits, vegetables, legumes, and whole grains. You should try and avoid all types of processed foods, and opt for fresh produce.

What You Should Avoid

You should be getting the majority of protein through plant-based products. Try to reduce the intake of meat to a minimum. The whole point is to eat animal-derived foods, but only occasionally, and set your own limit. This way it will be much easier for you to get used to eating what your body needs the most from a natural source. Also, if you’ve been trying to become a vegetarian, this is the perfect way to start. Sugar and sweets are the two other things you should definitely avoid.

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]]> The Best Things to Eat on a Low-Carb Diet https://mydailymagazine.com/the-best-things-to-eat-for-a-low-carb-diet/ Mon, 03 Sep 2018 11:01:22 +0000 https://mydailymagazine.com/?p=14358 The low-carb diet is a great way to lose some weight and be much healthier. You might need to give up foods that you love so much but it will be worth it. The whole point is to reduce the intake of carbs and lean on healthy fats and protein. Take a look at the […]

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]]> The low-carb diet is a great way to lose some weight and be much healthier. You might need to give up foods that you love so much but it will be worth it. The whole point is to reduce the intake of carbs and lean on healthy fats and protein. Take a look at the lost below

Cheese

Cheese and other dairy products contain a very low percentage of carbs. You should opt for either cheddar or cottage cheese. It is delicious, plus you can add it to many salads and meals.

Legumes

Lentils and pinto beans are rich in protein and that is exactly what you need with the low-carb diet. They will give you that energy boost that you need to go through the day.

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Easy mushroom lentil stew over mashed potatoes by @elavegan – so hearty, I’ve made this on repeat this past year! . Ingredients: 1 cup dry lentils, green or brown (190 g) 1 large onion (chopped) 2 cloves of garlic (minced) 1 tbsp oil (for frying) 3 tbsp white wine (40 ml) (optional) 3 cups vegetable broth (720 ml) 2 cups mushrooms sliced (135 g) 2 tbsp soy sauce 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar 1-2 tsp each of dried parsley, thyme and oregano A splash of coconut milk canned 1/2 tbsp cornstarch (to thicken) black pepper and chili flakes to taste Chopped pickles to taste (optional) Mashed potatoes 4 medium-sized potatoes (600 g) 1/4 cup coconut milk canned (60 ml) (**see recipe notes) 1/2 tsp nutmeg (or more/less to taste) black pepper, sea salt . Instructions: Rinse lentils under running water. I prefer to soak my lentils for about 15 minutes in lukewarm water but this step is optional (discard the water afterwards). Meanwhile, chop your onion, garlic, mushrooms. Heat oil in a skillet/frying pan, stir in the diced onion, the minced garlic and fry for 3 minutes over medium heat. . Add mushrooms, dried parsley, thyme, oregano, white wine (optional), balsamic vinegar, soy sauce (or tamari/coconut aminos to taste) and fry for a further 3-5 minutes. . Now add the lentils and 3 cups of vegetable broth and cook on low-medium heat (add more broth if needed) until the lentils are tender (about 20 minutes). . In the meantime, peel and chop potatoes, transfer them to a pot with salted water and bring to a boil. Cook on medium heat for about 15 minutes or until tender, drain. Transfer back to the pot, add coconut milk, nutmeg, black pepper and sea salt to taste and mash with a potato masher (don't use a food processor or blender). . Once the lentils are tender, mix a generous splash of coconut milk and cornstarch in a small bowl and pour this mixture into the lentil stew. Cook for a further 1 minute or until the desired thickness is reached. Season again with soy sauce (if needed), black pepper, and chili flakes. . Serve warm, garnish with chopped pickles and fresh herbs. . *If you don't like mushrooms, you can use chopped carrots or pumpkin #veganrecipes #lentils #lentilstew

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Nuts

Nuts are another low-carb snack that is simply too tasty to pass on. Almonds and walnuts should be your top two choices since they have the lowest sugar concentration. If you are longing for something delicious to snack on, try going with nuts instead of chocolate.

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Leafy Greens

Leafy green vegetables such as kale and spinach are the perfect substitute for sugar in most meals. They contain almost no carbs in their ingredient list. Leafy greens are also rich in vitamins and minerals.

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Fish

Both fish and seafood are great foods to include if you decide to go low-carb. Salmon, haddock, shrimps are rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which are super-healthy.

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]]> Make Eating Outside More Homey https://mydailymagazine.com/make-eating-outside-homey/ Mon, 21 May 2018 08:22:58 +0000 https://mydailymagazine.com/?p=9596 Whether you’re having a large family gathering or simply a dinner outside with friends, setting the mood is essential, and summer is the perfect time to do it outside. Instead of just putting food down on a table or a blanket on the ground, make your dining experience special with these easy tips. View this […]

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]]> Whether you’re having a large family gathering or simply a dinner outside with friends, setting the mood is essential, and summer is the perfect time to do it outside. Instead of just putting food down on a table or a blanket on the ground, make your dining experience special with these easy tips.

Table Cloth

It doesn’t matter if you’re eating in your backyard or in the park, putting down a tablecloth automatically makes the mood more intentional.  Even if you just have a plain gingham printed cloth, it will make outside feel more like inside, which is always fun. You can also bring cloth napkins, which not only helps bring an elegant feel to the meal, but it is also more eco-friendly than having paper napkins.

Flower Arrangments

Having a flower arrangement is the perfect centerpiece for any outdoor event. If you’re eating at home, you can always bring out a vase with flowers in it from your home, or even a potted plant. However, if you’re traveling somewhere and you don’t have the time or patience to bring along flowers, simply use an empty beer bottle or wine bottle and forage for wildflowers and weeds wherever you are.

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