http://kitchngirl.com Mon, 26 Dec 2011 00:12:46 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 no http://kitchngirl.com/wp-content/plugins/powerpress/rss_default.jpg http://kitchngirl.com http://kitchngirl.com/ways-to-use-up-leftover-christmas-food/ http://kitchngirl.com/ways-to-use-up-leftover-christmas-food/#comments Mon, 26 Dec 2011 00:12:46 +0000 Victoria Hansen http://kitchngirl.com/?p=1109 http://kitchngirl.com/ways-to-use-up-leftover-christmas-food/feed/ 0 http://kitchngirl.com/christmas-day-grazing-menu/ http://kitchngirl.com/christmas-day-grazing-menu/#comments Thu, 08 Dec 2011 07:02:59 +0000 Victoria Hansen http://kitchngirl.com/?p=1099 http://kitchngirl.com/christmas-day-grazing-menu/feed/ 0 Recently I chatted with Christ Smith from 2GB in his Good Tucker segment about some alternatives to Christmas day food and I suggested spending the day grazing on finger food instead of the traditional formal sit down lunch of turkey, ham et al. - Well, Recently I chatted with Christ Smith from 2GB in his Good Tucker segment about some alternatives to Christmas day food and I suggested spending the day grazing on finger food instead of the traditional formal sit down lunch of turkey, ham et al. Well, it’s taken off and now tons of people have decided to try the alternative menu. You can still use traditional Christmas ingredients, but present them in small portions as finger food and begin your day early with breakfast morsels for the house guests, then move into seafood, the traditional meats and finally desserts. If you pan it out, you can eat all day and not need a formal meal of any kind. Have a listen to the segment, then go to http://www.blackbookcooking.com/newsletters You’ll need to be a member of the site to view the latest newsletter that lists the menu, but registration is free and, you’ll receive a FREE copy of my eCook book if you sign up. NO AUTHOR no 8:00 http://kitchngirl.com/cooking-holidays-perfect-getaways-for-the-tummy-and-the-soul/ http://kitchngirl.com/cooking-holidays-perfect-getaways-for-the-tummy-and-the-soul/#comments Sat, 22 Oct 2011 06:22:55 +0000 Victoria Hansen http://kitchngirl.com/?p=1069 http://kitchngirl.com/cooking-holidays-perfect-getaways-for-the-tummy-and-the-soul/feed/ 0 http://kitchngirl.com/the-amazing-acai-berry-and-the-boys-from-amazonia/ http://kitchngirl.com/the-amazing-acai-berry-and-the-boys-from-amazonia/#comments Wed, 05 Oct 2011 23:43:18 +0000 Victoria Hansen http://kitchngirl.com/?p=1058 http://kitchngirl.com/the-amazing-acai-berry-and-the-boys-from-amazonia/feed/ 0 acai berry,amazonia,linkedin,superfood I recently had the pleasure of chatting with the young and vibrant team of entrepreneurs from Amazonia, an Australian importing and distribution company for the Açaí berry.  Dwayne Martens (26), Jesse Kaniecki (25)  and Chris Norden (33) epitomise Auss... I recently had the pleasure of chatting with the young and vibrant team of entrepreneurs from Amazonia, an Australian importing and distribution company for the Açaí berry.  Dwayne Martens (26), Jesse Kaniecki (25)  and Chris Norden (33) epitomise Aussie culture – tanned, toned, cool surfers in their 20’s living the Bondi life, they’re single guys who ooze health from every pore…the sort of guys you can’t help but get along with. However, beneath their ‘beachy’ exterior, they have cultured a truly unique business in Amazonia www.purpleberry.com.au. From very humble beginnings to a global, multi-million dollar success story in just three years; their values remain the same as they always have been – ethical, passionate and positive. Have a listen tot eh podcast to find out about the Açaí berry frm the boys themselves. Then below is some further reading if you're interested in knowing more about this amazing superfood. Açaí Berry Açaí, pronounced as ah-sigh-ee, berry comes from the Açaí palm trees. Açaí palm trees are native to the Amazon forests of South America and can grow from 15 to 30 meters. They are not just cultivated for their Açaí berries but for their edible palm hearts as well. An Açaí palm tree can produce 20 kilograms of Açaí berries every year. Açaí berries are grape-like berries and can be deep purple or green, depending on their specie and maturity. Inside Açaí berries is one large seed that is about 80% of the overall size of the fruit. And because the berries are mostly made up of seed, they have very little or thin pulp. Açaí berries are said to be a combination of blackberry or raspberry and a chocolate in taste. They have a refreshing flavor that it isn’t especially sweet. Although Açaí berries can be eaten raw, they are usually consumed as processed and combined in different foods and beverages. Nutritional Value Açaí berries are maybe small in size but a handful of claims say they are packed with nutritional benefits. Açaí berries have been placed in the “super food cluster” because they are rich in antioxidants and fiber among others. It is also said that they contain heart-healthy fats that can reduce blood cholesterol level and heart disease risk. Açaí berries have been popular mainly for their weight loss properties. However, it hasn’t been proven that Açaí berries can indeed help one lose weight. There’s very limited study being conducted about Açaí berries. In general, the health benefits of Açaí berries remain in question and still need to be confirmed. Buying If you are living far from the native land of Açaí berries, you will not be able to find fresh Açaí berries. This is because Açaí berries spoil within 24 hours if not consumed or processed. They need to be processed when harvested to extend their expiration. To make the Açaí berries accessible to people, Açaí berries are commonly processed and marketed in different forms. You can either have Açaí berries in pulp, juice or powder. Açaí berries have also been made available in supplements. You can have your fair share of Açaí berries in these forms by looking for them in health stores, gourmet shops or online. To ensure that you are buying quality Açaí berry products, go for brands that you can trust. Since Açaí berries are hot item for scammers, do your research first before settling to a certain brand. Avoid providers that are making over the top claims about their products. Storage Since Açaí berries come in processed forms, how you would store it would depend on the type of Açaí berry product you are using. For example, if you have it in juice form, you have to adhere to the instructions of the brand. Make sure that you have completely read and understand the instructions provided before using it. Using Because of the refreshing and not so sweet taste of Açaí berries, they can practically be blended in a number of food and drink recipes. Açaí berry pulps can be tossed in salads and stir-fry vegetables. NO AUTHOR no 28:59 http://kitchngirl.com/new-iphone-and-ipad-app-for-sydney-coffee-lovers/ http://kitchngirl.com/new-iphone-and-ipad-app-for-sydney-coffee-lovers/#comments Mon, 03 Oct 2011 23:45:25 +0000 Victoria Hansen http://kitchngirl.com/?p=1048 http://kitchngirl.com/new-iphone-and-ipad-app-for-sydney-coffee-lovers/feed/ 0 iPad app,iPhone app,linkedin Sally and Gordon Hammond are a freelance writer and photographer team who specialise in food and travel. Together Sally and Gordon have eaten their way around Australia and many exotic overseas destinations, living their dream. Sally and Gordon Hammond are a freelance writer and photographer team who specialise in food and travel. Together Sally and Gordon have eaten their way around Australia and many exotic overseas destinations, living their dream. As well as their website http://www.australianregionalfoodguide.com.au they have just released an iPhone and iPad App about Sydney’s Café Culture. I recently had the pleasure of chatting with Sally about the app and thought you might like to hear about it. NO AUTHOR no 9:42 http://kitchngirl.com/cooking-protein-the-endless-possibilities/ http://kitchngirl.com/cooking-protein-the-endless-possibilities/#comments Tue, 20 Sep 2011 00:03:06 +0000 Victoria Hansen http://kitchngirl.com/?p=1010 http://kitchngirl.com/cooking-protein-the-endless-possibilities/feed/ 0 http://kitchngirl.com/kitchen-counter-must-haves/ http://kitchngirl.com/kitchen-counter-must-haves/#comments Tue, 06 Sep 2011 07:09:38 +0000 Victoria Hansen http://kitchngirl.com/?p=967 http://kitchngirl.com/kitchen-counter-must-haves/feed/ 0 http://kitchngirl.com/how-to-prevent-microbial-growth-on-all-fresh-food-safely/ http://kitchngirl.com/how-to-prevent-microbial-growth-on-all-fresh-food-safely/#comments Wed, 29 Jun 2011 05:13:02 +0000 Victoria Hansen http://kitchngirl.com/?p=958 http://kitchngirl.com/how-to-prevent-microbial-growth-on-all-fresh-food-safely/feed/ 0 You go to the supermarket, but some fresh vegetables and almost by the time you get them home they’re starting to go off. - I’m sure you’ve experienced this yourself, and it doesn’t stop with vegetables. But what if you could almost guarantee that wou... You go to the supermarket, but some fresh vegetables and almost by the time you get them home they’re starting to go off. I’m sure you’ve experienced this yourself, and it doesn’t stop with vegetables. But what if you could almost guarantee that wouldn’t happen just by using a totally natural herbicide. Well now you can. It’s called Herbal Active™, and Australian innovations made from natural flavours – essential oils steam distilled from culinary herb extracts. In this podcast I have the pleasure of chatting with one of my colleagues Vic Cherikoff, the Australian developer of Herbal‐Active™. Have a listen. NO AUTHOR no 33:12 http://kitchngirl.com/you-say-potato-i-say-potahto-lets-call-the-whole-thing-off/ http://kitchngirl.com/you-say-potato-i-say-potahto-lets-call-the-whole-thing-off/#comments Wed, 22 Jun 2011 01:02:05 +0000 Victoria Hansen http://kitchngirl.com/?p=944 http://kitchngirl.com/you-say-potato-i-say-potahto-lets-call-the-whole-thing-off/feed/ 2 http://kitchngirl.com/a-little-bit-of-heaven-in-your-mouth/ http://kitchngirl.com/a-little-bit-of-heaven-in-your-mouth/#comments Tue, 07 Jun 2011 02:00:18 +0000 Victoria Hansen http://kitchngirl.com/?p=929 http://kitchngirl.com/a-little-bit-of-heaven-in-your-mouth/feed/ 0