Toothsome Food

For starters, all tea came from the same botanical source and that is camellia sinesis, but the difference is on the processing of the tea leaves, giving each and every type of tea its distinctive aroma, taste and even color, and also its properties. The healthy green tea is steamed and dried thus maintaining its color, chemical properties and natural taste while other types of tea are fermented. Studies proved that green tea had a lighter flavor and aroma compared to that of black tea, which makes all the beneficial chemicals intact, putting greatness to your enjoyable cup of green tea. Continue reading →

Salads are an important part of a meal. The colorful combination of salad ingredients can satisfy both your eyes and your palate. Health buffs also love the low-calorie content of vegetable and fruit salads. There are basically four types of salads. When a salad is served at the beginning of a meal, it is considered as an appetizer because it acts a stimulant to the appetite. Remember to keep the portions small so that you won’t feel full. Here is a recipe for a salad to be served as an appetizer for a meal. I named this “Aurora’s Salad” because I learned this from my grandmother, Aurora.

Aurora’s Salad with Balsamic Dressing

Serves 2

1 200-gram pack of mixed greens

1 cup diced ripe mango Continue reading →