According to time-honoured advice, drinking a glass of warm milk before bedtime promotes a good nights sleep. Milks sleep-enhancing properties are commonly attributed to tryptophan, but scientists have also discovered a mixture of milk peptides called casein-tryptic hydrolyzate (CTH), which relieves

It sounds so easy, but sometimes it isnt:a pot of rice. Many people struggle with cooking rice, from burnt rice to mushy rice, it has happened to everyone one or more times. Some people swear by a rice cooker. And if you do, great! But if you dont have one, and dont want to buy it because you dont h

Knock, knock… Get your creepy outfits, make-up gear and spooky snacks out of the closet, because Halloween is just around the corner. Maybe you have a party planned or you take it more relaxed with a movie on the couch. In both cases, treats should not be missed. Do you want to unpack? You can also

Monster puree with finger food is guaranteed to be an eye-catcher on Halloween. Make a puree of potatoes, beetroot cubes, salt, pepper and nutmeg. Hard-boiled eggs serve as staring eyes for the finished mash. To do this, remove the egg yolk, mix with mayonnaise, mustard, salt and pepper and pour bac

Every year we throw away a lot of groceries at home because we bought too much and it was left over. Fruit and vegetables make up the largest share. With the right treatment, carrots can also be used to reduce waste, thus making a contribution to climate protection. This way carrots stay fresh longe

Breakfast is often overlooked in the fight against climate change. For only 1 in 10 of those who are aware of the impact on the climate at meal times, breakfast is the meal they are most aware of. Women in particular find it more important that what they eat has little impact on the climate and want

Crumble is a popular classic among quick desserts. In addition, the dish is very suitable for processing leftover fruit – and vegetables – because savory crumbles are also on the rise. We show you which variations there are from sweet to spicy and how you can use leftovers optimally. Fast, easy and

Biohacking is more than a lifestyle. With the latest trend from USA, people want to understand their own body as best as possible to optimize it with little tricks. By measuring themselves and changing their behavior, they hope for more energy, better sleep and better performance. The lifestyle, whi

Big and plump, small and round or curiously curved, pumpkins arent just pumpkins! There are about 800 different species, in total 130 genera are distinguished. However, only about 200 species are edible. The giants have fueled the ambition of numerous breeders. Who is the biggest, heaviest, most bea

Avocados:These deliciously creamy yet healthy superfoods have made their way into many of our favorite breakfast and lunch recipes. But it can be frustrating to cut into an avocado only to find that the insides are too ripe – or rock hard! Here are some simple tips for buying and ripening a perfect

When you smoke cold, the temperature in the grill should not exceed 25 degrees – so it is best to cold smoke in the fall, winter or spring when the temperature outside is low. There is a wide choice of products that can be cold smoked; fish, pork, beef, veal, poultry, sausage, and game, as well as s

The smoothie is a popular and healthy breakfast drink. Both because it is simply very tasty, but also because you quickly get some vitamins and minerals. In addition to vegetables, fruit and possibly some superfoods, milk is also often added:to get the perfect structure! If you use fresh milk of the

On Monday September 20, Hertog Jan will launch the fifth edition of Grand Prestige Vatgerijpt. The beer, with a circulation of only 38,000 pieces, has matured for months in wooden barrels of Portuguese wines. With this, the brewers enrich the beer with sweet notes, without losing the character of Gr

The Worlds 50 Best Restaurants today announced the list of restaurants occupying the 50th to 100th place, ahead of the 50 Best ceremony on Tuesday, October 5 in Antwerp. This years list celebrates restaurants around the world, including 13 new entries from 9 countries. The restaurants come from 22 c

Twice a year Frites Atelier presents the new Frites Specials, which originated from flavor combinations devised by Sergio. Inspired by previous travels and experiences in different cuisines, he created two Frites Specials with completely different flavors. From now on, Frites Atelier will serve the

“Mojo” – the typical sauces of the Canary Islands are available in green and red. The spicy variant Mojo picón with chili, garlic and more, immediately provides that holiday feeling. With potatoes it becomes a small main course. “Mojo picón” – red Canarian garlic sauce Ingredients 2 – 4 dried chill

Starbucks is celebrating its 50th anniversary during International Coffee Day on Friday October 1st! Starbucks success over the past five decades is, of course, thanks to you:the coffee lover. Thats why Starbucks today has a unique offer for all its customers! Namely:every coffee fanatic gets a fre

The new Belgian application Picky makes finding a recipe that the whole household likes easier than ever. Users only have to swipe left or right through dishes, as they already do today in various dating apps. Picky bundles recipes from various chefs and food bloggers and already contains more than

The stars of the restaurant world came together last night (October 5, 2021) for The Worlds 50 Best Restaurants Awards 2021 in Antwerp. This year, restaurants from 26 countries on five continents have secured a place in the top 50 list, culminating in the announcement of a new number 1:René Redzepi

For most people, Japanese cuisine means sushi and sashimi, followed by ramen, tempura, miso soup, and kobe (wagyu) beef, but theres another type that whets their appetite and provides spiritual nourishment:shojin ryori. The name literally means vegetarian food, but in practice this cuisine is pescat