Fruits and vegetables in season by month: August

Fruits and vegetables in season by month: August

At this time of the year fresh and juicy watermelon is one of the most versatile fruit that can be used to prepare savoury and refreshing dishes. To conclude a summer dinner there is nothing better than a watermelon sorbet: blend the watermelon with some acacia honey and put it into the freezer; add a

What you need to know about food irradiation. How it works, where it’s used, advantages and disadvantages

What you need to know about food irradiation. How it works, where it’s used, advantages and disadvantages

Food irradiation involves exposing food to bursts of gamma rays, X-rays or electron beams to eliminate risks associated with microbial contamination, as well as to increase products’ shelf life. It has been used for many years in Asia, the United States and Europe (Netherlands, Belgium and France mostly), but it is not yet fully accepted by consumers and public opinion. A point

Leek croquettes with chickpea flour

Leek croquettes with chickpea flour

  Ingredients for 4 people 4 leeks 100 g of chickpea flour extra virgin olive oil seed oil to fry water salt     Preparation Clean the leeks, cut them into thin strips and put them in a pan. Simmer with oil and little salt until tender.     Combine the chickpea flour with a