Is It Safe To Eat Undercooked Rice? What About Al Dente Rice?

A bowl filled with plain white rice in a wooden bowl, symbolizing the importance of proper cooking to avoid health risks

Rice feeds billions. It’s a staple on nearly every continent and a base for countless dishes. Yet, something as simple as cooking rice still trips people up. Too dry? Too mushy? Not cooked through? There’s real confusion about what’s acceptable and what’s dangerous. People often confuse “al dente” with undercooked rice, and some even risk … Read more

Top 10 Seafood Dishes from Northern Spain

Imagine yourself seated at a seaside tavern in Galicia, the ocean breeze gently blowing as you sip a glass of chilled Albariño and enjoy fresh seafood cooked to perfection. Northern Spain isn’t just breathtaking landscapes and historic towns—it’s seafood heaven, too. On my recent journey across Galicia, Asturias, Cantabria, and the Basque Country, every bite … Read more

How to Make Authentic Fabada Asturiana at Home

A Bowl of Fabada Asturiana with White Beans, Chorizo, Morcilla, and Pork in A Rich, Orange-Hued Broth, Served on A Wooden Table

Growing up, I’d watch my abuela hover over her pot, stirring magic into those beans, and now I’m passing her secrets on to you. Picture yourself cozying up with a bowl of hearty white beans, smoky sausages, and a broth so rich it hugs you from the inside. Hungry yet? Let’s get cooking! I’ll never … Read more