The Dancing Cucumber Edition (2024)

01/12/2023

Oil is a common cooking ingredient. The most common types of oils are olive and vegetable oils, but there are other kinds you can use when you want to try something new. One of them is walnut oil and here’s what it is and how you can use it. Nuts are known for containing plenty …

Oil is a common cooking ingredient and if you want to mix things up, you should try walnut oil. Here’s what it is and how you can use it.

28/11/2023

Mimosas are a brunch staple. As the weather gets colder, and fall comes in at full swing, it’s time to put a fall twist on the classic citrus cocktail. To make your mimosas more seasonally appropriate, try apple cider mimosas. The rich taste of fall comes through ever sip of this cocktail, which even has …

Mimosas are a brunch staple. As the weather gets colder, and fall comes in at full swing, it’s time to put a fall twist on the classic citrus cocktail. To make your mimosas more seasonally appropriate, try apple cider mimosas. The rich taste of fall comes through ever sip of this cocktail, which e...

25/11/2023

A quality cast iron skillet is a great addition to every kitchen, but it has one major downside—taking care of it. Taking care of it requires a lot of energy and time, but it’s worth it in the long run. Cast iron skillets can be a big investment so it’s important to make them last, …

A quality cast iron skillet is a great addition to every kitchen, but it has one major downside—taking care of it. Taking care of it requires a lot of energy and time, but it’s worth it in the long run. Cast iron skillets can be a big investment so it’s important to make them last, […]

19/11/2023

Sparkling water, or seltzer, is one of those drinks that has somewhat of a cult following. Either you get it, or you don’t. We’re not necessarily saying that you need to be a seltzer convert, but we are here to preach why it’s such a practical drink. If you’re on the fence of making seltzer …

If you're on the fence of making seltzer a more common drink in your lexicon, allow us to be the ones to convince you to take the sparkling plunge.

16/11/2023

Toast is one of those basic breakfast essentials that everyone knows how to make, but most people stick to their usual recipe and avoid getting too creative. Ariane of Ari Goes to Wonderland isn’t one of those people, and each piece of toast she creates is a true feast for the eyes. Ariane is based …

Toast is one of those basic breakfast essentials that everyone knows how to make, but most people stick to their usual recipe and avoid getting too creative. Ariane of Ari Goes to Wonderland isn’t one of those people, and each piece of toast she creates is a true feast for the eyes. Ariane is base...

13/11/2023

A well-made, tasty gravy can save a multitude of meal sins. Have the kids preoccupied you, so your turkey is a tad overcooked? Got caught on the phone with your bestie for an hour as she regales her most recent crisis? Now your roast lamb is well and truly roasted! This simple gravy recipe will …

A well-made, tasty gravy can save a multitude of meal sins. Have the kids preoccupied you, so your turkey is a tad overcooked? Got caught on the phone with your bestie for an hour as she regales her most recent crisis? Now your roast lamb is well and truly roasted! This simple gravy recipe will […...

10/11/2023

If you’re making pasta, you may be creating something wonderful and amazing and throwing it out—or rather, pouring it down the drain—without even realizing. That’s right, pasta water is basically a golden elixir you should be saving at all costs. Here’s why. Surprisingly Helpful Pasta water is basically that starchy, cloud-y, salty water that is …

Pasta water is basically a golden elixir you should be saving at all costs. Here's what else you can do with it.

07/11/2023

It’s that time of the year when we’re bombarded with dozens of food trend predictions for next year, and it was just a matter of time before Yelp shared theirs. In addition to featuring several obvious choices, they came up with one pick we didn’t see coming – pineapple buns. This sweet pastry is already …

It’s that time of the year when we’re bombarded with dozens of food trend predictions for next year, and it was just a matter of time before Yelp shared theirs. In addition to featuring several obvious choices, they came up with one pick we didn’t see coming – pineapple buns. This sweet past...

04/11/2023

It isn’t always easy to relax after a stressful day of work or before going to sleep. Fortunately, there are plenty of herbal infusions and teas that can help you to calm down in a flash. Keep these infusions in your kitchen cabinet if you want to be sure to always have a stress reliever on …

It isn’t always easy to relax after a stressful day of work or before going to sleep. Fortunately, there are plenty of herbal infusions and teas that can help you to calm down in a flash. Keep these infusions in your kitchen cabinet if you want to be sure to always have a stress reliever on […]

01/11/2023

When it comes to stopping by our favorite coffee places in the morning, so many of us do it out of routine at this point. As a result, it can be very easy to fall back to our guilty pleasures, such as sweet frappuccinos, or other sugary drinks. When it comes to Starbucks, however, there …

When it comes to Starbucks, however, there are many different healthier drink alternatives you can go for, and here are a couple of them.

31/10/2023

All of us know what an apple is, right? This classic fruit is a favorite all around the world and can be found in kitchens and lunchboxes throughout the world. What about a cane apple, though? Have you ever heard of this lesser-known fruit? Cane apples come from a bush known as the “strawberry tree” …

All of us know what an apple is, right? This classic fruit is a favorite all around the world and can be found in kitchens and lunchboxes throughout the world. What about a cane apple, though? Have you ever heard of this lesser-known fruit? Cane apples come from a bush known as the “strawberry tre...

28/10/2023

Agua fresca is the Mexican name for any type of drink made from fruit, flowers, or other ingredients mixed with water and usually sugar. These drinks are a great alternative to soda, but some definitely rank highest. Agua de jamaica literally translates to hibiscus water, and is an awesome agua fresca. Dried hibiscus flower are made …

Agua fresca is the Mexican name for any type of drink made from fruit, flowers, or other ingredients mixed with water and usually sugar. These drinks are a great alternative to soda, but some definitely rank highest. Agua de jamaica literally translates to hibiscus water, and is an awesome agua fres...

25/10/2023

French toast is usually seen as a quick and easy dish, but that doesn’t mean yours will be perfect on the first try. If you feel like your French toast is missing a little something to be amazing, maybe you’re making one of these common mistakes. Bread Mistakes The bread you’re using can make or …

French toast is usually seen as a quick and easy dish, but that doesn’t mean yours will be perfect on the first try. If you feel like your French toast is missing a little something to be amazing, maybe you’re making one of these common mistakes. Bread Mistakes The bread you’re using can make ...

22/10/2023

Whenever you’re not having a good day, we recommend making yourself a cup of this amazing unicorn hot chocolate. Below is a great recipe that will help you make your own serving of this adorable and delicious beverage that will cause you to forget all about plain old hot cocoa. Ingredients: 3 cups whole milk …

Whenever you’re not having a good day, we recommend making yourself a cup of this amazing unicorn hot chocolate. Below is a great recipe that will help you make your own serving of this adorable and delicious beverage that will cause you to forget all about plain old hot cocoa. Ingredients: 3 cups...

19/10/2023

When it comes to eating healthily, the requirements and suggestions thrown our way can sometimes be a little bit overwhelming. It’s easy to just say that we’re going to start eating more vegetables, drinking more water, cutting down on sugar, and doing a million other things. But doing every single one of these things as …

When it comes to vegetables, instead of saying you'll eat ALL of them—find one you love and actually commit to it.

16/10/2023

The Swedish kitchen is known for its rich variety of local flavors and traditional dishes, most often served with vegetables. According to Swedish chef superstar Magnus Nilsson, Nordic cooking, in general, is much more than meatballs. Known for his endless exploration of the Nordic flavors, Nilsson cookbooks include the Nordic Cookbook and the Nordic Baking Book, where he …

The Swedish kitchen is known for its rich variety of local flavors and traditional dishes, most often served with vegetables. According to Swedish chef superstar Magnus Nilsson, Nordic cooking, in general, is much more than meatballs. Known for his endless exploration of the Nordic flavors, Nilsson....

13/10/2023

Elise Museles is the founder of the food blog Kale & Chocolate, and the creator of creative and healthy recipes that will definitely inspire you to spend more time in the kitchen and prepare nutritious meals for your family. Her recipes are easy to prepare at home, so read on to find inspiration for your …

Elise Museles is the founder of the food blog Kale & Chocolate, and the creator of creative and healthy recipes that will definitely inspire you.

10/10/2023

Macarons are amazing: delicious, fancy, French. But any home pastry chef knows just how notoriously hard they are to make. Yet there’s no reason why your macarons can’t turn out perfect the very first time you try to make them. As long as you carefully follow the recipe—and these three tips—your macarons will turn out …

Macarons are amazing: delicious, fancy, French. But any home pastry chef knows just how notoriously hard they are to make. Yet there’s no reason why your macarons can’t turn out perfect the very first time you try to make them. As long as you carefully follow the recipe—and these three tips—...

07/10/2023

The Mediterranean diet is one of the healthiest and most popular in the world. Whether you’re eating breakfast or dessert, Mediterranean meals are rich in fresh fruits, veggies, and other tasty ingredients. Here are a few ingredients that you should buy before you start eating the Mediterranean way. Extra-Virgin Olive Oil Olive oil is a …

Mediterranean meals are rich in fresh fruits, veggies, and other tasty ingredients. Here are a few ingredients that you should buy for this diet.

28/09/2023

Alfredo sauce is an American invention, and ironically enough, it’s one of Olive Garden’s best sellers. This delicious sauce is surprisingly easy to make. Below is a perfect dupe for the much more expensive Olive Garden sauce. Ingredients 3 oz butter 1 tablespoon minced garlic and finely chopped 2 tablespoons flour 1 ½ cup milk 1 …

Alfredo sauce is an American invention, and ironically enough, it’s one of Olive Garden’s best sellers. This delicious sauce is surprisingly easy to make. Below is a perfect dupe for the much more expensive Olive Garden sauce. Ingredients 3 oz butter 1 tablespoon minced garlic and finely chopped...

25/09/2023

Sandwiches are a staple that everyone enjoys for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, but making them healthy isn’t easy. If you’re not sure how to do it, these five tips will get you there. Breads Bread is the main ingredient in your sandwiches, and that’s why you should be careful with your choice. Ditch white bread …

Sandwiches are a staple at any meal and if you're following a healthy diet, here's how to include them into your meal plan.

22/09/2023

Pomegranates are not a fruit that is often utilized in the home kitchen, because it is a little intimidating. And when people do use it, they buy just the seeds, which can be expensive and also not necessarily fresh. The pomegranate season actually starts in the fall, so this is the perfect time to pick …

Pomegranates are not a fruit that is often utilized in the home kitchen, because it is a little intimidating. And when people do use it, they buy just the seeds, which can be expensive and also not necessarily fresh. The pomegranate season actually starts in the fall, so this is the perfect time to....

19/09/2023

We can all agree that the taste is the most important when it comes to any cake, but lately, the cake designs have become something that everyone wants to stun their guests with. The designs are extremely versatile, and new trends come every day, but the eternal marble is the cake design that will make your …

We can all agree that the taste is the most important when it comes to any cake, but lately, the cake designs have become something that everyone wants to stun their guests with. The designs are extremely versatile, and new trends come every day, but the eternal marble is the cake design that will m...

16/09/2023

If you’re a parent, you know quite well how hard it is to balance parenting, cooking, and every other thing you’re trying to accomplish in life. For this reason, it can be hard to compartmentalize everything, which can lead to overwhelming feelings of frustration. But we’re here to tell you that one good way to …

If you're a parent, you know quite well how hard it is to balance parenting, cooking, and everything else. But you can combine them!

13/09/2023

TikTok is a great source of food inspiration, but some recipes that it introduced us to over the years are downright strange. This summer gave us several pretty polarizing food trends, and here are three that you’ll either love or hate. Mustard on Watermelon Mustard on watermelon became such a huge hit on TikTok that …

This summer gave us several pretty polarizing food trends, and here are three that you’ll either love or hate.

10/09/2023

A healthy diet is the most important thing for improving skin health, and that’s why buying expensive skincare products is a waste of money if we’re not eating healthy. Take a closer look at your diet and eliminate these foods if you want your skin to be healthy. Sugar You probably already know that eating …

A healthy diet is the most important thing for improving skin health. Take a closer look at your diet and eliminate these foods if you want healthy skin.

The Dancing Cucumber Edition