Culture – | Beyond Exclamation https://beyondexclamation.com Tue, 02 Feb 2021 09:41:47 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=5.7.9 https://beyondexclamation.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/Fevicon.png Culture – | Beyond Exclamation https://beyondexclamation.com 32 32 Easy remedies to prepare a tasty mug cake https://beyondexclamation.com/easy-remedies-to-prepare-a-tasty-mug-cake/ Sat, 19 Dec 2020 16:20:47 +0000 https://beyondexclamation.com/?p=12051 There is nothing better than warming up by the fireplace with a warm mug cake of a delicious dessert.  These mug cakes are cooked as well as enjoyed right from the mug itself. From Nutella, Red Velvet, the Black Forest to Caramel Apple, each of these delicious cupcakes are ready within one minute or less …

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There is nothing better than warming up by the fireplace with a warm mug cake of a delicious dessert.  These mug cakes are cooked as well as enjoyed right from the mug itself. From Nutella, Red Velvet, the Black Forest to Caramel Apple, each of these delicious cupcakes are ready within one minute or less in a microwave oven.

Make sure to eat them soon after they are made in the oven, as these are not designed to be made in advance. Some of the cakes own a rubbery texture. This unfortunate texture arises either from overcooking the cake or from using too much oil than required. Almond oil is best for mug cakes preparation. However, you can also use milk or other milk alternatives.

How to make a mug cake in a microwave oven ( eggless )?

The cake is amazing stuff to celebrate special events like birthdates. However, making a cake can be a hassle! So on those special nights, when we don’t feel like baking a full-sized cake, we can easily opt for a personal sized mug cake! Since it’s made in the microwave, it is not only super-fast, but you also get an instant delicious dessert without heating the entire house.

 So it’s a perfect remedy for the summertime!

Ingredients needed;

●       Flour

●       Baking powder

●       Salt

●       Milk

●       Butter

●       Vanilla essence

●       Some sprinkles

Steps to Prepare the cake;

●       First, take flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a mug and stir them together to form a mixture.

●       Add milk to this mixture and mix them properly until it acquires a smooth texture.

●       Add melted butter and vanilla essence to this mixture and stir them well.

●       Remember to scrape the bottom of the mug.

●       Put the mug in the microwave and set the timer for 70-90 seconds.

Cook it until the cake is barely shiny on the top. Sprinkle the toppings, and it is ready to be served.

Microwave mug cakes are not that much good as the real cakes.  However, there are some advantages of making them. You can prepare them in a small duration of time to satisfy an emergency homemade treat craving without an oven.

How to prepare a mug cake without a microwave oven (eggless)?

Cake recipes have become one of the popular choices as desserts, especially for the younger generations who prefer to have something quick, delicious, and small. This recipe is an extension to the microwave mug cake recipe, which takes just 2 minutes to get prepared. However, it may take more than two minutes. It is especially for the people who do not own a microwave oven or a baking oven but want to relish a tasty cake at the comfort of their homes. The extra time taken in the preheat and baking process in the pressure cooker. However, you would be satisfied and pleased with the result. There is no noticeable difference between this cake and cakes made with a microwave oven or other traditional baking ovens.

Ingredients needed;

For the cake batter

●       6 tbsp. Maida/ plain flour

●       3 tbsp. cocoa powder

●       3 tbsp. sugar

●       ¼ tbsp. baking soda

●       Pinch salt

●       6 tbsp. milk

●       3 tbsp. Oil

●       ½ tbsp. vanilla extract

●       2 tbsp. chocolate chip

For baking in a cooker, you especially need 1½ cup of sand or salt.

Steps to make;

●       First, add 1½  cup of sand or slat to the cooker.

●       To preheat the cooked, close the lid without keeping the gasket and whistle. Let the sand or salt heat for about 10 minutes.

●       Take a small mug of your choice, and then add Maida and cocoa powder. Mix well.

●       Add sugar, baking soda, and pinch salt to this mixture. Stir the ingredients well to make sure that they are well combined.

●       Then add a mixture of milk, oil, and vanilla essence to it.

●       Add milk to form a smooth lump-free batter.

●       Sprinkle chocolate chip over the cake batter.

●       Keep the mug in the preheated cooker and cover the lid.

●       Bake for about 20 minutes. Insert a toothpick into the cake to check if it has baked completely.

●       Finally, garnish with chocolate sauce and enjoy your hot chocolate mug cake. The cake may turn hard and lose its moisture as it gets cold, so it is recommended to serve it after it is baked immediately.

These steps can be followed to prepare a simple chocolate flavored cake. The same steps and ingredients can be used to make other flavored cake too. If you want, add egg along with butter and vanilla essence.

These mug cakes are incredibly easy to make with a few simple ingredients and made right in the microwave oven, pressure cooker, or traditional ovens. They are perfect for a delicious and tasty dessert!

 

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Top Food Places To Visit In The US https://beyondexclamation.com/top-food-places-to-visit-in-the-us/ Sat, 19 Dec 2020 16:17:31 +0000 https://beyondexclamation.com/?p=12047 Do you know which is the best part of exploring a new destination – it’s the food. Finding new food places to taste their specific

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Do you know which is the best part of exploring a new destination – it’s the food. Finding new food places to taste their specific delicious food item is one of the most exciting things ever.

The US has become home to several people from different parts of the globe. There are varieties even in the restaurants that have been serving visitors and locals for decades.

The food is lovely and the cooking styles of every cuisine are different. So, if you are a foodie and look for top restaurants to visit in the U.S., then you have arrived at the right page.

After tasting thousands of delicious food items in different restores, we have prepared a list of some of the best food places in the U.S. We are going to list them in this guide.

You can take a glance at the guide described below that can be your weapon to start your culinary journey. So, let’s start.

1. Pane & Vino

One of the top-most food places in the U.S. is the Pane & Vino – an Italian resto. This is ranked as the no. 1 restro in Miami Beach. The most discussed subject for this restro is how pristine the handmade pasta is. According to some other foodies, Tiramisu is the best dish in this place. The restro is depicted as having a fabulous environment, friendly service, and food at an affordable price. 

2. Mon Ami Gabi

If you have started a strip in Las Vegas, then without visiting Mon Ami Gabi restro, your Las Vegas is incomplete. This is one of the best food places in Las Vegas that is well-known for its brunch. Foodies say that the team of this French bistro-style restro is extremely welcoming and warm. Here you can sit outside of the restro to get wonderful views – straight facing the popular Bellagio fountains.

3. Hog Island Oyster Company

While talking regarding the top-most food places in the U.S., Hog Island Oyster Company is another restro that we must mention. According to foodies, this eatery in San Francisco is a must-try for locals as well as tourists alike. Since this is one of the best-in-class restros, you will see there a long line – but, it’s completely worth waiting for the entry. This restro always serves up class and fresh oysters in different styles and is ideal for either dinner or lunch. 

4. Phil’s BBQ

If you wish to experience the best BBQ food in the U.S., then head to Phil’s BBQ is – located in Texas. Most of the time, local foodies lined up in this restro to taste the brisket, onion rings, and ribs of this cuisine. Sometimes, here you also might have to wait for a table. The team of this restart is extremely friendly as well as their service is also quick.

5. Spice Symphony

One of the best Indian food places in the U.S is Spece Symphony – located in the center of the Big Apple. This casual dining eatery is a must visited the place when you are in New York City. Foodies always prefer the typical Indian recipes like garlic naan and samosas of this midtown east restro. The best part of this cuisine is you will get all the delicious items at an inexpensive rate.

6. Duke’s Waikiki

Have you ever taste Hula Pie? According to some foodies, the proprietor of Duke’s Waikiki restro introduced the new dish – Oreo-crusted Hula Pie dessert a long time ago. Now, this is the most fabulous dessert ever since in Hawaii. This eatery is placed on the beach – so, you can experience a perfect view of the sunset and chow down on their delightful fish poke bowls and tacos. If you are lucky, then you will even catch live music.

Other Top-Most Food Places in the United States

Along with the above food places, there are also some other eateries – without mentioning their name this list is incomplete. They are:

●   Blue Heaven

●   Santa Barbara Shellfish Company

●   Oceana Grill

●   The Pink Door

●   Halls Chophouse

●   Lahaina Grill

●   Geronimo

●   5 Napkin Burger

So, these are the best food places that you can visit in the U.S. to have the most excellent taste of food. Hopefully, this guide will help you to taste the delicious taste of food in the U.S.

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Food Distributors for The Hungry in The USA https://beyondexclamation.com/food-distributors-for-the-hungry-in-the-usa/ Sat, 19 Dec 2020 16:12:46 +0000 https://beyondexclamation.com/?p=12043 Food is important and necessary for each and everybody. It falls under the basic necessities of a human being. It provides us with nutrients which

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Food is important and necessary for each and everybody. It falls under the basic necessities of a human being. It provides us with nutrients which keep us healthy and safe from diseases. But in this world, most of the people live in a poor condition and balanced nutritious food is a myth to them. A huge section of the world’s total population struggles to get enough food daily. Even in a progressive country like the USA, the scenario is not much different. But help comes from the angels who are identified as mere humans like us. We are talking about the food distributors of the USA who provide food to the poor without expecting anything in return from them. Food distributors are the ones who supply food to us either for money or free. Let’s find out the identities of such food distributors.

Food charity in the USA is conducted by organizations, restaurants, food banks and by the government itself. Here are the restaurants who work as free food distributors in this positive initiative:

1. Burger King:

Burger King provides free Whoppers to students who can correctly answer the quiz questions over social media. It also gives away free Dave’s Single Burgers with any order made through the app.

2. Wendy’s:

Wendy’s give a Breakfast Baconator for free with any order of breakfast via their app.United States Department of Agriculture supplies nutritious food to children, families with low income, elderly people and Indian reservations. They maintain the safety of nutrition through their food distribution programs. They play the role of an important free food distributor in the USA. Let us find the initiatives taken by the United States Department of Agriculture to feed the poor.

1. CSFP or Commodity Supplemental Food Program:

The CSFP or Commodity Supplemental Food Program helps to improve the health condition of infants, children, pregnant women and new mothers of low income family and the elderly people. They enrich their diet with nutritious food supplied by USDA.

2. Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program by DoD or Department of Defense:

The Food and Nutrition Service of USDA work in collaboration with the DSCP or Defense Supply Centre Philadelphia’s Produce Business Unit. The DSCP helps them to buy fresh fruits and vegetables using the USDA’s federal commodity entitlement dollars. Those fruits and vegetables get supplied to schools.

3. Food Aid Program:

The U.S. agricultural commodities do get provided by this food aiding program to feed millions of hungry poor people residing in financially needy countries. The aid gets provided as both direct donations and concessional programs.

4. FDPIR or Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservation:

The native American families with low income get benefits through this program. The USDA food gets provided to them by FDPIR. The elderly who are residing on or near the Indian reservations also get food supply through FDPIR.

 5. Food Distributors Disaster Assistance Program:

Through Food Distribution Disaster Assistance Program the disaster relief organizations like Salvation Army and Red Cross get the supplies of food from USDA. They use it for feeding the mass and distribution to households affected by any kind of disaster.

6. Food Purchase Program:

To support the National School Lunch Program and other Federal Feeding programs, USDA buys a variety of food supplements. This purchase of supplies helps in balancing the supply and demand of agricultural commodities in the market and also stabilize their prices.

Food Banks as Food Distributors:

There many food banks in the USA who are serving people for a long time. A group of 200 such food banks has decided to work together and the network they have formed is known as ‘Feeding America’ initiative. A food bank is a kind of non profit organization which helps the hungry with free food. They distribute food and groceries through meal plans and pantries. Families with low income, children, elderly and people suffering from hunger get the best treatment from them. Feeding America plays an important role as a free food distributor.

Conclusion:

Feeding the hungry is one of the best charity which a human can do. And all these initiatives by the free food distributors are doing their best to serve mankind. In this great world, no one should sleep hungry. 

 

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What’s the deal with the fast-casual restaurants? https://beyondexclamation.com/whats-the-deal-with-the-fast-casual-restaurants-you-need-to-know-about-the-fast-casual-option/ Sat, 19 Dec 2020 16:03:12 +0000 https://beyondexclamation.com/?p=12038 Fast-casual restaurants generally don’t offer complete dining services. Still, they have quality better than that of fast-food restaurants and, therefore, lies somewhere intermediate between fast-food and

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Fast-casual restaurants generally don’t offer complete dining services. Still, they have quality better than that of fast-food restaurants and, therefore, lies somewhere intermediate between fast-food and full dining at a restaurant.

Dig a bit deeper into its history!

This concept first started in the 1990s but became popular more than a decade later towards the end of the 2000s when the economic recession shook the world. Much younger crowd, especially in the 20s and the early 30s, shifted their food habits to these kinds of fast-casual restaurants.

Fast food vs. fast-casual vs. fine dining:

What’s the difference among all these three close spectacular dining experiences?

Fast food and fine dining are the two major segments that have always defined the American food industry. Moreover, the fast-casual has swept in between the two, and as a matter of fact, it’s multiplying.

A fast-food restaurant compromises the quality of the food as it includes preservatives, artificial ingredients, and less of a fresh touch. On the other hand, fast-casual restaurants consider more fresh vegetables and meat for the final food and, therefore, is a much healthier choice than fast-food restaurants.

Besides this, a fast-food restaurant is less expensive than a fine dining restaurant, making this food industry sector even more affordable and healthier than fast foods.

Why do people love this whole new no-waiting industry chapter?

These types of restaurants offer a better quality of food than fast-food restaurants, which is a spectacular deal for all people of different ages. As it combines both the aspects of fast food and fine dining, it’s a way more practical choice for all the people in today’s days.

The world is changing, and people, irrespective of their age and profession, shift towards a healthier lifestyle. People are now busier than they were a decade back, with more work and higher aspirations. Combining both these aspects, fast-casual restaurants have occupied a convenient space in people’s

day-to-day lives. They are now getting better quality food at lower prices, which has led to a casual-food industry growth.

The people’s busy lifestyle is forcing them to adopt a non-formal ambiance to have a cool and time-saving meal in the midst of work in a metro city. For all these reasons, it’s beyond saying these easy-to-go restaurants prove to be a blessing for all the college students and daily professionals.

Let’s check some data:

Let’s take the example of Shake Shack, a burger chain which originated in New York City, is a fast-casual restaurant chain which is attaining heights by providing meal comparable to fine dining yet at a faster pace.

The restaurant chain’s revenue stood at 151 million dollars in the fourth quarter of 2019, a 21.9 percent growth over the year. These restaurants are expected to grow by around 8.3 percent compared to 4.2 percent for the fast-food restaurants. Here, McDonald’s revenue decreased by 4 percent in 2019 over the past 12 months.

What’s the Future of this fast-casual industry sector?

The sector will be expanding for sure with days to come, given the people’s changing mentality towards healthier foods and a comparatively faster and informal way of having a meal in the week’s busy working hours. Generally speaking, the price is another crucial area as it’s also quite affordable and cheaper than many fine dining options.

How’s the fast-food industry reacting?

The fast-food industry is aware of this change in consumer behaviour and the trends that will define the future market. McDonald’s declared in 2018 that they started removing preservatives and artificial colors from their foods to provide the best burgers to their customers. 

Final thoughts on the hot-deal of the food industry

It’s beyond doubt that the sector will match the fast-food segment’s heights if not rule the entire food industry. One reason why this restaurant industry is so competitive is that there are plenty of options, and the number of chains is lower than in other sectors. Hence, this is good news for the customers as they can now receive better quality from each restaurant. But, indeed, the food industry elements are going to change with ample space for fast-casual restaurants.

 

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Fast Food Restaurant No More Hunger Games https://beyondexclamation.com/fast-food-restaurants-no-more-hunger-games/ Sat, 19 Dec 2020 15:56:06 +0000 https://beyondexclamation.com/?p=12034 The modern lifestyle is a busy one, which often has us shuffling between ends. For quick fixes, when cooking seems to be a hard task

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The modern lifestyle is a busy one, which often has us shuffling between ends. For quick fixes, when cooking seems to be a hard task after work or there is a special occasion that demands celebration, what better way just visit your favorite fast food restaurant?

An occasional visit to these restaurants will give you the energy to carry on with the tussle that life is. The very idea of fast food restaurants is to cater to those people who are in a rush and are experiencing a shortage of time. Therefore, these quick service restaurants have the option pick and run. A characteristic feature of fast food restaurants is minimum table service. They figured since you are going to be here only a while, why not invest all the staff inside the kitchen instead of hiring people to serve you like they do in restaurants.

Here’s a list of advantages that has this generation hooked onto fast food restaurants:

The option to eat instead of having to skip meals:

As the name suggests, fast foods are incredibly quick to be prepared and delivered, making them a suitable option for helping one to not skip meals irrespective of their busy schedule. Choosing a good fast food meal with lesser fries, a little bit of more vegetable topping is enough to beat hunger and help you from starving or facing adverse health conditions like ulcers. The fast food restaurants are very common options for food when it comes to working people.

Manage your schedule more effectively

We are constantly immersed in work – this is one of the biggest vices of the modern world. It is not uncommon that we often forget the concept of time and even our schedules while working and fail to remember to sit peacefully for a quick meal. But with the high availability of fast-food restaurants, there are very little chances for you to have to sacrifice your meal. Choosing any fast food meal requires almost little to no time and hence with or without home cooking, you can always manage to take care of your eating schedule with much ease.

A smarter way to reduce hunger problems in the community

Fast food items are undoubtedly some of the most easily available low-cost food stuff available around the corner. Though the consumption of these foods isn’t being talked about on an everyday basis, when it comes to situations in general, having a couple of bucks is enough to fill up your stomach when it comes to these foods. Most fast food restaurants are much cheaper as compared to their contemporaries. For a family of a community that survives from paycheck to paycheck, fast foods are the ultimate getaway.

Crystal clear nutritional value of the items served:

With the millennial being overly concerned about what they feed themselves, fast foods have always been a great way of sometimes entertainment as all the common foods that are ordered have a clear amount of calorie count that gives you an approximate idea as to what you’re feeding on and what would be the number of calories.

The fast food industry has more healthy choices than ever before :

With constructive criticism over time, these quick service restaurants have some of the best available variations of healthy foods. There are many varieties of chicken and other red meat preparations that come inclusive of a mix of greens starting from lettuce, red cabbage, carrots, beans, spinach, and avocado and so on. For the health conscious people this is sure to be a blessing.

Order complete meals with smart choices for less than 5$.

Given that the economy has taken a hard hit world over, it’s mostly the fast food restaurants that have been helping many to get a good meal every day. With smart planning, the meals included can be engaging and are also immensely affordable.

A significant economic boost to many communities:

Believe it or not, many livelihoods run on fast food restaurants. For instance, if customers buy lots of discounted items, then the sales of add-ons create a profit margin that wouldn’t have been there otherwise. Also from the raw materials to processed foods, they all are interlinked and opting to eat at these outlets is what keeps the markets thriving in these areas.

 A good place to hang out :

It’s a fact that there’s always a lack of time to catch up with old acquaintances or even have a good one on one chat given the fast-paced lives we are a part of. But with these restaurants around the corner, you can easily decide to meet up at lunch or dinner and have a soulful conversation or a mini-reunion without having to take out any additional time.

Conclusion

Quick style restaurants are a blessing for those who are always on the run. They also feed everyone who is not always running high on budget with their “small pocket” size options. This means no one has to go hungry. These restaurants are also strategically located where the crowds are high so that they can run the business while offering cheaper options to buy food. Overall, having a fast food restaurant nearby that delivers tasty food is always a blessing.

 

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Some Weirdest Yet Delicious Foods In The World https://beyondexclamation.com/some-weirdest-yet-delicious-foods-in-the-world/ Sat, 19 Dec 2020 15:52:19 +0000 https://beyondexclamation.com/?p=12030 Travelling has always been a roller-coaster ride for people around the globe. While some destinations give you some great experiences, some others welcome you with

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Travelling has always been a roller-coaster ride for people around the globe. While some destinations give you some great experiences, some others welcome you with hostility and introduce you to some bitter and harsh realities that you might not wish to experience twice. But whatever it may be, the best thing about traveling is that you get to explore new things. And when it comes to exploring, food is something that you cannot afford to miss. Perhaps, it’s the best way to learn more about a place and its culture, for it is the cuisine that tells a more detailed story of a particular area.

However, there’s more to exploring new food. All such food might not always complement your taste buds. Although you might be highly excited to taste the exotic delicacies of a place, the food may ruin your entire excitement in the first place. Why? Because it might seem to be bizarre for you. However, it’s not that the food is tasteless. Some foods are delicious, not just to the native people but also for the outsiders like you.

So, let’s check out some weirdest yet delicious foods in the world and dig more into them to understand these foods better until we try them.

1. Fried Tarantulas

Woo!! Beware arachnophobes! This is not the right pick for you. But for all others, this fried ‘eight-legged’ delicacy is surely going to satiate your hunger pangs. The fried giant tarantula is crispy from outside, having a gooey texture inside, and the delicious flavor is more like a chicken. The whole body, including the legs and fangs, is fried in this dish.

It is a typical Cambodian delicacy that is sold by the street vendors in Skuon, Cambodia. During the brutal Khmer Rouge rule, the starving Cambodians first discovered that a tarantula is edible. Since then, it became the survival food for these people and a renowned delicacy for the tourists or travelers to Cambodia.

According to sources, the black hairy arachnids found in the jungle encircling the market town of Skuon have brought great fame and fortune in the region.  It is because it is this delicious  ‘fried tarantula’ delicacy that makes people stop at Skuon to taste a bit of this exotic dish. The tarantula seems to be exceptionally delicious when plucked straight from the burrow and pan-fried with a dash of salt and garlic.

2. Haggis

Haggis – a name you have hardly uttered in a lifetime or so, and eating it has never been on your cards for sure. The funny part is you might not even know if it’s at all an edible thing. But yes, it is. Haggis is considered to be a national delicacy of Scotland. It includes a mixture of sheep’s heart, liver, lungs, oatmeal, onion, spices, and stock. This exotic delicacy dates back to the 1400s when traditionally, everything was stuffed into a sheep’s stomach and simmered.

People in Scotland typically consume this dish with tatties and neeps. No, that’s not something weird. It’s our very own ‘mashed potatoes’ and ‘turnips.’ Haggis tastes best when combined with Scotch or Whiskey to get the real flavor in. Besides being superbly delicious, this delicacy is rich in nutrients like iron and fiber. 

3. San-nakji

Are you having trouble pronouncing? Well, you have another option. Speak out ‘Live Octopus’ and get it served on your table. Where? Right in South Korea. Before you get confused, let me assure you once. Yes, I am talking about live octopus. It is a typical South Korean delicacy wherein you get fresh & raw octopus served with sesame oil splash. It can be eaten either whole or in pieces depending upon its size. I am stressing the word ‘live’ because it indeed is so, and you can even ensure it by looking at its moving tentacles while it is served on a plate. It’s clean, fresh, and delicious to the South Koreans.

4. Fried Brain Sandwiches

All of us have tasted sandwiches in some way or the other. But have you ever wondered how a brain sandwich might taste? Well, if you ever visit the Ohio River Valley in the USA, you will probably find this on the menu. The sandwiches are made from sliced calves or pig brains that are heavily battered and deep-fried. Typically served with mustard and pickled onions, these delicious sandwiches are high on calories.

Although the brains inside have a mild taste with a custard texture, the sandwiches taste extremely delicious and flavorful because of the heavy batter.

Now you get to know that unusual foods can be delicious as well. So the next time you go out to explore the world, do give such innovative dishes a try as you never know what yumminess that waits for you.

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Coconut Milk – The Vegan Alternative to Dairy https://beyondexclamation.com/coconut-milk-the-vegan-alternative-to-dairy-that-everyone-is-talking-about/ Sat, 19 Dec 2020 15:44:50 +0000 https://beyondexclamation.com/?p=12026 Coconuts are Nature’s abundance. They say the water inside the coconut is so pure it can pass for IV fluids used for patients. Drinking coconut

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Coconuts are Nature’s abundance. They say the water inside the coconut is so pure it can pass for IV fluids used for patients. Drinking coconut water has a million benefits. But this fruit just does not cease to give. The white kernel part of the coconut has several hidden benefits too. This is what is used to make Coconut milk which can be used as a substitute of milk obtained from dairy farms (which is essentially cruel)

Coconuts have been around for over 4,500 years, but are gaining popularity now as their many benefits are being known to the world. The fruit itself is used for its water, to make coconut oil, and its tasty meat is eaten as it is or utilized as a product in several different ways. In fact the goodness of this blessed fruit has earned a day to itself. World Coconut Day is celebrated on 2nd September every year.

How to make Coconut milk at home?

Take a fresh coconut and grate the inner white meat. Now place the grated meat into a blender and blend it for a few minutes, you can add a few drops of water if it appears too thick. Now use a muslin cloth over a bowl. Empty the blended white paste into the muslin cloth. Squeeze hard several times to extract the milk. Once again take the remaining paste into the blender add a few drops of water and blend it for a minute. Remove the paste on a muslin cloth and repeat. You have your Coconut milk ready to use. 

Advantages of Coconut milk

Coconut milk is natural; it is healthy and is also cruelty free. For everyone into fitness, this milk has healthy fats (MCT) that do not get stored in the body. Coconut milk is used in a number of Thai, continental, Hawaiian, South American and Indian curries. You can simply replace freshly prepared Coconut milk with any dairy milk that you use. These days Coconut milk is easily available and you can simply buy it off the shelf, but using freshly grated, homemade milk has its own benefits. Other advantages include:

·         Keeps skin healthy and nourished

·         Helps recover from any skin ailments

·         Keeps hair healthy and promotes hair growth

·         Good for the stomach

·         Helps in losing weight

·         Good for the heart – prevents heart diseases

·         LDL is reduced, HDL is increased

·         Helps in long term weight loss by preventing over eating

·         Helps control diabetes

·         Helps with Alzheimer’s disease

·         Prevents ulcers

·         Protects the prostate and prevents prostate cancer

·         Soothes skin and combats sunburns as it has anti-inflammatory properties

·         Excellent for removing make up – instead of the chemical options

·         Boosts the immune system

·         Prevents anemia – improves RBCs

With the number of proven benefits of coconut, it is difficult to

Plant-based milk options are growing as the world is becoming more and more aware of the million advantages thanks to multiple media options that highlight them. It is also because the world is increasing learning the atrocities of dairy and that the cost of one glass of cow or buffalo milk is the endless years of sufferings of another living being that eventually results in its extremely painful death.

Of the many plant-based milk options that you can buy off the shelf, Coconut milk is the best for your health and for the strength and immunity of your body. Given the number of benefits, it would be highly advisable to make coconut a part of one’s daily food consumption. It serves best when consumed in its most natural form. Virgin coconut oil is one that is free from chemicals and can be used as well too.

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A Brief on the Origin of Chicken Soup https://beyondexclamation.com/a-brief-on-the-origin-of-chicken-soup/ Sat, 19 Dec 2020 15:37:10 +0000 https://beyondexclamation.com/?p=12022 What makes a Chicken Soup? Chicken soup is a soup made from chicken. It is usually simmered in water with various other ingredients. The exemplary

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What makes a Chicken Soup?

Chicken soup is a soup made from chicken. It is usually simmered in water with various other ingredients. The exemplary soup comprises of a clear chicken broth along with a few pieces of chicken or vegetables, supplemented generally by noodles, dumplings, pasta, or cereal crops like rice and barley. The soup has attained the stature of an antidote for cold and cough, and in many provinces, it is appraised as comfort food.

What is its origin Chicken Soup?

 Boiling food was already a tradition at the time of acclimatization of chicken in the stone-age period, so boiling chicken in order to make soup was a common practice. The soup, very dearly consumed by Americans generally includes rooted vegetables like onion, carrot, and celery. It was a standard meal in the Northern parts of Europe and was ushered to the United States by foreign nationals.

How is it prepared?

 Flavor discrepancies are formed by lending herbs such as dill, parsley, other and root vegetables such as potato, parsnip, celery, root sweet potato and other vegetables such as whole garlic cloves, zucchini, or black pepper and tomatoes into the soup. Firstly, chicken is put into a pot of water and it is stewed till the soup slowly reach to a boil and then simmered in a tucked pot on a very low flame for two-three hours. Water should be added according to requirement. A transparent broth is attained by abstracting the dripping fat from the top of the soup as it is boiling. Boiling the chicken filled liquid discards the excess water and transforms it into a thick broth before straining it through a strainer or cheesecloth. Saffron or turmeric is added as a yellow pigment. Then the chicken pieces are be shredded with the help of bare hands and stored in a container in the refrigerator and is heated before serving hot.

What ingredients are required?

  Apart from the very obvious chicken meat, condiments and a variety of vegetables and herbs are needed for its preparation.

What is its nutritional value?

Chicken soup is a moderately low fat food but still the excess fat can be extracted by freezing the soup after steaming and skimming the layer of fat coagulated at the top. A research concluded that persistent cooking of a bone in soup escalates the calcium content in the soup when cooked at an acidic and not at a neutral ph.

Scientists of the University Of Nebraska Medical Center in Omaha have examined the impact of chicken soup on the fundamental response of the body in the year 2000. They established that some elements of the chicken soup suppress the neutrophil migration, which may have an anti-provoking effect that could guide to temporary relief from symptoms of ailments.

Chicken soup is often acknowledged as Jewish penicillin or as an alternative to penicillin.

How is it prepared in different cultures?

India

In India it is considered as one of the most popular snacks. There exists many varieties but Sweet Corn Chicken Soup is the most eminent. Other alternatives include Clear, Spicy Indian, Noodle and Hot and Sour Soup. The soup  is usually assisted by Bread Crumbs or boiled eggs. Road side vendors sell this popular item usually in winters.

United Kingdom

In Britain, traditionally, the soup is a watery liquid with chunks of vegetables like onion, carrot, and celery, and cubes of chicken in it, garnished with salt and pepper. However, a thicker and creamier version of it without any vegetable pieces called cream, is very much in demand today. A specific form of this type soup from Scotland which reached out to masses throughout the UK is a clear, thin broth of shredded chicken and leeks called cock-a-leekie soup.

United States and Canada

In the Northern America, it is commonly eaten with noodles or rice in it, commonly called chicken soup noodle by the folks. The term might have been appeared in a bulletin associated with the Campbell Soup Company in the year 1930. Conventionally, American chicken soup was cooked using old hens which are difficult to roast or grill for a short time. In but in modern times, broiler chickens (young chickens suitable for roasting or broiling) are often used to make delicious soups.

 

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Charcoal Grills: Benefits and Top Product https://beyondexclamation.com/charcoal-grills-benefits-and-top-product-reviews-from-amazon/ Sat, 19 Dec 2020 15:32:28 +0000 https://beyondexclamation.com/?p=12018 A Charcoal Grill is probably a little challenging to use initially, it imparts delicious flavors to the veggies you are cooking on it. It is

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A Charcoal Grill is probably a little challenging to use initially, it imparts delicious flavors to the veggies you are cooking on it. It is also an experience in itself: getting the whole family and friends together and lighting up the grill, while the air fills with the delicious aroma and suddenly everyone is hungry.

The device makes use of charcoal briquettes and natural lump charcoal as fuels. The process is that when charcoal burns and converts into ember, it radiates heat which in turn cook’s food. Charcoal Grill is an outdoor cooker which is large, rectangular in fire sense, bold and trendy.

Uses of the Grill

·         A Charcoal Grill burns hotter than the gas grill.

·         The smoke flavor it provides is really demanded.

·         These grills are more portable to use.

·         The food is cooked in radiated heat not above the flame.

·         It is less expensive

·         It offers cooking in dual zones.

Top 6 Charcoal Grills in 2020

If you are in dilemma regarding your choice for a good grill, then you are at the right place. This article talks about the top 10 highly reviewed grills available in the market.  These Charcoal Grills lined up here are not only bold in design but also gives you a sense of pride.

Weber Original Kettle Premium Charcoal Grill

This product has rust resistant aluminum dampers, one touch cleaning system with a cooking grate for adding charcoal. It has a built-in lid thermometer and porcelain-enameled lid. The review rating of the product is 5 out of 5.

Char-Griller E1224 Smokin Pro 830

It is more of a traditional touch containing side firebox and drawers for charcoal removal. It has a temperature gauge, a storage rack and double bottom so as to maintain durability. It has adjustable fire grate and solid construction. The review rating of the product is 4.3 out of 5.

CMI Multi-Function Barbecue and Charcoal Smoker Grill

It can be used for baking, cooking meet etc. It has a fire bowl for burning charcoal and it gives good smoke to achieve incredible flavors. The review rating of the product is 4.7 out of 5.

Cuisinart CGG-608 Charcoal Grill

It is a portable product with one burner and made of stainless steel. It has easy twist start ignition which has high end grate for cooking. It has a built-in thermometer. The product review rating is 4.5 out of 5.

Char-Griller E16620 AkornKamado Graphite Grill

An amazing product whose cooking surface is made of cast iron and body is constructed with gauge steel.  It has an insulated design with locking lid features and heat gauge. The review rating of the product is 4.6 out of 5.

Napolean NK22K-LEG-2 Built-in Charcoal Grills

It is compact grill from Napoleon which has chrome plated steel cooking grids. This grate ensures that charcoal stays where it is needed for cooking the food perfectly. It has a heavy ash catcher that is removable and the heat diffuser are for easy roasting and convection features. The review rating of the product is 3 out of 5.

Check out these products if you are looking for which Charcoal Grill could be a best deal for you. The Charcoal Grill shown here are among the best deals in the market. Don’t wait for it to run out of stock.

 

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For The Lovers of Banana, a Desert With Love https://beyondexclamation.com/for-the-lovers-of-banana-a-desert-with-love/ Sat, 19 Dec 2020 15:24:19 +0000 https://beyondexclamation.com/?p=12013 Banana split, the history of this famous American ice cream-based dessert made with mostly banana and scoops of flavored filled ice creams range back to

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Banana split, the history of this famous American ice cream-based dessert made with mostly banana and scoops of flavored filled ice creams range back to the year 1904.

Super tasty and a lovable dessert globally, the Banana split is made by slicing the banana in half lengthwise (hence the name) and lay articulately in a dish. Though there are plethoras of ways these splits are crafted as per the choice of the consumer, the main procedure includes three scoops of ice cream, one each of chocolate, vanilla and strawberry. The three scoops are strategically placed in between the split bananas. Then they are topped up with the creamiest sauces of chocolate, strawberry or pineapple or a combination of them all. Then they are drizzled with whipped cream and maraschino cherries, crushed nuts (mostly peanuts or walnuts) for an additional flavor that’s a hit with everyone who has a sweet tooth.

Traditionally the Banana split is served in an elongated glass dish called a “boat”. With time the dish has seen the inclusions of many variations. From using the grilled bananas to experimenting with a myriad of flavors such as coconut, coffee or sauces like that or sweetened or salted caramel and warm butterscotch. Caramel sauces are the non-traditional range of toppings that are used in the standard Banana split.

The origin

There’s no doubt that there’s no definitive or distinctive date as to when the Banana split was brought into the consumer’s table. There’s an active debate among historians regarding the actual origin of this dessert classic but most historians believe it was first curated in 1904 by David “Doc” Strickler, an optometrist in Latrobe, Pennsylvania. What inspired Strickler the most was the fruit-laden sundae which he came across while vacationing in Atlantic City in the summers of 1904. He aspired to curate something similar yet different. Back in Latrobe, he used the banana fruit as it was a luxury item as back in the day these fruits were shipped to Pennsylvania by way of New Orleans. The original Sunday concocted him, coated 10 cents which was a double of the cost of the other available sundaes. The news of this modified sundae spread from mouth to mouth and in no time, the new delicacy among the desserts spread far and wide, even beyond Latrobe.

The Banana split day (August 25).

This dessert isn’t called a royal without actually being one. On August 25th, the Banana split day is celebrated to help spread this dessert even further so people far and wide can relish in its immensely satisfying taste. Give your taste buds the exhilaration of delicious ice cream and flavorful chocolate covering a fresh banana topped off with nuts, cherries and whipped cream. Surely such a fun-filled happy dessert needs some fun activities alongside if a day is to be celebrated to its name. Rightly so, there is a long list of celebrations and activities that are done in honor of this legendary desert, some of which include the following:

The best thing you can do to celebrate this sweet dish is to enjoy it in all its grandeur. Grab some of the best traditional Banana splits with your friends and families and dig into the flavorful bite of the fudgy banana stuffed ice creams.

●   Get creative

Let’s go bananas! Unleash the chef in you as you top up your Banana split game with creative ways to sweeten things up. Try to fry your bananas, grill them or even dust them with sugar or cinnamon. You can also try and use the unusual flavor of ice cream in between or simply caramelize them like Bananas Foster. Dipping the bananas in chocolate also can be a very flavor filled blast

Why we love the Banana split?

●   The perfect shareable dessert–  Unlike the itty-bitty small desserts, the B-split is usually served with 3 scoops of ice cream, fudge, whipped cream, and a whole banana in splits topped with a cherry making it large enough to be shareable. As they say the more you share, the more the love grows.

●   Endless choices and possibilities –

The split is a dessert that gives you the freedom to choose your ice cream flavors and toppings. There is a variety of usual as well as unusual flavor combos to help you fall in love with the dessert even more.

Conclusion

If there are some more creative recipes on your mind, make sure to try them and share them with your family and friend. You never know your creative genius could bring about an absolutely wonderful and unique dish that the world will cherish for years to come.

 

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