How much do you know about spices? Take this fun quiz and find out.

What are the five spices in Chinese five-spice powder?

The five spices are equal parts ground cinnamon, cloves, fennel seed, star anise, and Szechuan peppercorns. Due to the popularity of Chinese cuisine, this mixture is now available premixed in most North American supermarkets.

What is the Greek word for spice?

The Greek word for spice is “aroma.”

What are the leaves of the coriander plant called?

Cilantro. The Coriandrum sativum plant is native to southern Asia and northern Africa. ..read more

German Chocolate Cake

Did you know that German chocolate cake has NOTHING to do with the country of Germany? The dessert gets its name from Sam German, the guy who created a mild baking chocolate for Baker’s Chocolate Company in 1852. The chocolate was named after him, but an entire century passed before the cake recipe we know became popular.

Experience Thai Food

If you are doing business or traveling in Thailand, it is important to understand the cuisine and culture involved with each meal. Thai cuisine dates back 4,000 years, when the region that is now Thailand was part of the major North/South trade route. As a result, this vegetarian-friendly fare has been influenced by China, India, and the Middle East. The United States introduction to the cuisine came after the Vietnam War due to the soldiers stationed in Thailand ..read more

Everyone is Eating Edamame

Anyone doing business in Japan or even in a Japanese restaurant is becoming familiar with Edamame (eh-duh-MAh-may). Edamame is served as an appetizer but some people make the mistake of eating the “shells” which are a somewhat fuzzy – and not tasty at all. To correctly eat edamame, one needs to pop the bean out of the pod and right into the mouth. Not only is edamame delicious but it is also a nutritional powerhouse ..read more

Delicious Indian Food

Indian cuisine has become one of the most popular choices for eating out in the world. The UK alone has over 10,000 Indian restaurants, and Indian cuisine continues to increase in popularity in the United States. The use of fragrant, flavorful spices makes it a favorite all over the world. If you plan to do business internationally, it is important to be familiar with this exciting and delicious cuisine.

Most Indian restaurants offer a variety of appetizers. The ..read more

Delicious Indian Food

Indian cuisine has become one of the most popular choices for eating out in the world. The UK alone has over 10,000 Indian restaurants, and Indian cuisine continues to increase in popularity in the United States. The use of fragrant, flavorful spices makes it a favorite all over the world. If you plan to do business internationally, it is important to be familiar with this exciting and delicious cuisine.

Most Indian restaurants offer a variety of appetizers. The ..read more

Healthy & Delicious Japanese Food

If you do business around the world, you need to know about the food from different cultures. When travelling, it is also important to know how to make healthy food choices. Here is some important information to know if you are dining in Japan.

The most common appetizer offered in a Japanese restaurant is edamame, which is steamed soybeans that are salted and left in the pod. Edamame is a great choice because it is high ..read more

Menu to Greek Food

Part of being successful in international business, is learning about new cultures. One of the best ways to learn about a culture is to study its food. How much do you know about Greek food? Here is a great way to impress your business associates.

Much of what we think of as Greek food in this country would fall into the appetizer category. Some of these dishes are also found in Italian, Turkish, and Middle Eastern cuisines. All of ..read more

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