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Professional Chefs Reveal 6 Common Mistakes That Amateurs Make

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6 June 2017

Common Kitchen  Mistakes That Amateurs Make

When it comes to kitchen experiments, we’ve all had our fair share of embarrassments. And as it turns out, professional chefs are the ones with the worst kind of experiences.

The only difference that makes them a PRO (and us amateurs) is that they don’t give up on a bad dish like we do. They spend hours perfecting the recipes, sauteeing the ingredients and measuring spices — till they get that restaurant-worthy result.

The World’s Best Spice Market Is Right Here In Dubai

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6 June 2017

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Dubai Souk Spice

Different people come to Dubai for different reasons; some for the tallest building, some for the gold and some for its unabashed opulence. What most of us conveniently ignore and underestimate is Dubai’s spice market — the ultimate paradise for a food connoisseur.

Dubai Spice Souk is a true calling for those who are blessed with the knack to identify deliciousness before its cooked. Located in Deira, just a few blocks away from the famous Gold Souk, the narrow alleys of the Dubai Spice Souk brim with vibrant mounds of herbs, spices and dried flowers.

These Stunning Brushstroke Cakes Are LEGIT Works Of Art

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5 June 2017

Brushstroke Cakes

If you (like us) spent a good part of your day being hypnotised by gorgeous cake art videos then don’t be hard on yourself — we’re all guilty here.

And TBH we’re not entirely at fault here. One look at those oddly satisfying photos and we’re hooked for hours.

In case you’re done obsessing over marble and geode cakes then welcome the newest masterpiece in town — brushstroke cakes.

5 Irresistible Breakfast Toast Ideas For Suhoor Meals

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4 June 2017

 Breakfast Toast Ideas For Suhoor Meals

We all promised ourselves a healthy Ramadan — no fried pakoras, no fizzy drinks and no skipping suhoor meals. But let’s face it, so far all we’ve done is eat fried items, drink sodas and skip suhoor.

While the first two are still (somewhat) achievable, waking up for suhoor meals requires a lot more than self-restraint. Lack of sleep combined with post-iftar bloating makes it impossible to wake up in the in the middle of the night.

10 Crockpot Dinner Ideas To Cook This Summer

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3 June 2017

7 Crockpot Dinner Ideas To Cook This June

Does summer call for grilled barbeques, refreshing cocktails and light salads? Sure, but seriously, who has the time to marinate, chop and blend for hours? Not us and we're pretty sure not you either.

Such lavish dinners call for special reasons. Your busy weeknights call for meals that are all about dump, cook and eat. And what's better to do that than a good-ole crockpot? Check out these 10 dinner ideas that will give you all the inspiration you need to ditch the takeout meals and cook yourself a hearty dinner at home.

This Veggie Burger Is SO Meat-Like It Even Bleeds

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31 May 2017

The Impossible Burger

Veggie burgers don’t exactly have the best reputation in the business — and tbh we don’t blame them. It’s the whole idea of a burger with a bland flaky patty instead of a big fat meaty one that’s a big turn off.
But believe it or not, there’s one veggie burger that looks, cooks, tastes and bleeds — just like a regular burger without using a single ounce of meat.

These Pink Pineapples Are Popping Up Everywhere

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31 May 2017

Pink Pineapples

It’s a fashion mandate that everything looks pretty in pink – even pineapples. If you’re wondering what are we talking about then behold the prettiest pink in town: The genetically modified rose-coloured pineapples that are causing a pink frenzy on Instagram these days.

The exotic beauties have been in the development since 2005 but their pretty pictures are now winning the internet everywhere.

7 Mouth-Watering Iftar Snacks Totally Worth The Calories

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29 May 2017

Deep-Fried Iftar Snacks

The holy month of Ramadan is here, and by now, you must have skimmed through at least 10 articles/per hour — all of them telling you to make the right choices, adopt healthy eating, drink water, avoid carbs...well, you get the idea.

All these features (and people writing them) are 100% on-point. And we too, are on board (at least intentionally) with the idea of a healthier Ramadan BUT seriously, where in the world do we find the willpower to stop staring at these crispy, cheesy and utterly mouth-melting Iftar delicacies?

This Is What The Queen Eats In A Day

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29 May 2017

This Is What The Queen Eats In A Typical Day

It’s tough to have your food preferences when you’re a royal and the whole world is (literally) your oyster. But thankfully, for Queen Elizabeth II, there is an army of chefs at her beck and call to pick out the menu.

According to The TelegraphDarren McGrady, a former chef in the royal kitchens, said that the Queen is "not a foodie. She eats to live, unlike Prince Philip who loves to eat and would stand and talk food all day."

Here’s a quick rundown of what she prefers to eat for breakfast, lunch and dinner — and in between.

This Couple Bakes The Creepiest Cakes You'll Ever See IRL

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29 May 2017

Sideserf Cake sculptures

Desserts, in general, are expected to be pleasing, pretty and adorable but that's all a thing of the past. One talented Texas couple is breaking the food stereotypes by creating jaw-droppingly REAL ( and creepy) cakes.

Meet Natalie and Dave Sideserf, the couple who’ve proudly made hundreds of people bite into the backside of a unicorn, a bleeding human heart and heads.

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