Author: Kate

I was a person who was never excited about food storage or organizing the kitchen. Back in my corporate days, I was always focused on spreadsheets rather than the kitchen shelves. But the moment I started a business, I got more time myself and was flexible enough to observe all the things around me. And let me tell you, messing up with the storage can give you a lot of fun and not-fun situations. If I tell you one, I just forgot to store the raw meat in the freezer and ended up ordering pizza for one week. Let’s avoid…

I remember a time when I confidently reached for a ready-to-eat meal from the fridge, only to hesitate as I glanced at the packaging.  When did I last investigate the sell-by date? There is always that lingering question when I reach for TCS (Time/Temperature Control for Safety) foods. It is a reminder that these are convenient, but there is an important step I cannot bypass. This sign was more than just a good habit. It is a necessary one for my health and the quality of the meals that they deliver. Knowing the importance of these dates is half the…

I’ve learned that having the right tools can make all the difference when it comes to cleaning. I tried a few methods, and even after years of trial and error, I can tell you that the service sink is my mop water savior. We have all experienced dumping dirty water and the level of difficulty we face with not reaching for the paper towels because they did not get clean enough or the mug slipped off our hands. So today, I want to explain which type of sink is used for dumping mop water and why this sink has quickly…

Have you ever watched the ‘Baking with Julia’ TV show? That was one of my favorite shows, and I was eager to watch it in the 90s. More than the cooking, I am always eager to learn the plating done by the pastry chefs. My sister always asks me,  “Why are you so particular about plating?” I always think that cooking is an art, and plating adds more creativity to it. Even when I rush for a quick meal, I always care about how food is presented and the hygiene of the food contact surface. The top of the plate…

One rainy Saturday, while surfing the internet I came across some questions “How many inches does food need to be stored above the ground?”, “How far should food be stored off the floor?” and “Food should be stored at least which distance from the floor?” After doing a simple research, I discovered one of the best kitchen organization secrets: food should be at least 6 inches off the floor. As I cleaned and rearranged my pantry, I made a minor yet monumental adjustment to one shelf; nothing could have prepared me for the occurring leak. I had no idea this…

Let me take you on a culinary adventure that will delight your taste buds. I’ve spent countless hours experimenting in the kitchen, perfecting some truly mouthwatering tilefish recipes. Each dish has its own story, from the comforting Brown Stewed Tilefish that warms the soul to the zesty Tilefish with Orange Grape Sauce that brightens up any meal. I am looking forward to posting many of my best tilefish recipes for you to get your teeth into. And it was tilefish, not snapper, for which I am thrilled because, aside from a mild flavor profile, they are pretty versatile and have…

People who know me always ask, why are you celebrating every weekend? I consider my weekends to stay calm and cook food. Playing my favorite playlist on Spotify and cooking my favorite food can be therapy for me to heal all the stress and pressures I had on the working days. This weekend, the star of My Kitchen is something that you research about the taste and recipes. Yeah, cottage cheese. Most people are curious about What Cottage Cheese tastes like. And how they can make recipes with it. Let me explain honestly, cottage cheese wasn’t always stored in my…

[ez-toc]The bond between the Starbucks vanilla chai latte and me has been growing strongly for seven and more years. When I was doing the corporate job, my tea breaks were mostly attracted to the Starbucks nearby. Even though it is very expensive, I just love it and spend more for it. But when I quit my job, it was not that easy to reach a Starbucks shop and have my favorite tea.  So, I just tried the Starbucks vanilla chai latte recipe and it became a success. All I miss is that logo of two tailed mermaid. What is really…

Faces tell a lot about our health, and drinking alcohol chronically is visible in what appears. Wondering how to spot an alcoholic face? Well, Don’t worry. I have got you covered. The physical signs, from skin changes to early aging symptoms, can be precursors of other issues bubbling underneath the surface. However, this must be done with tact and compassion. Understanding these signs is not about making judgments but bringing awareness to help when needed. Therefore, I want to delve into both what you should be researching and why these shifts may come without forgetting all the talk of a…

If you just got yourself a Blackstone griddle, I bet that when you first bring it home, your level of excitement will be similar to mine back then. I fondly remember unboxing it and looking forward to upcoming meals I would cook. However, before you get cooking, one crucial thing needs to be done: seasoning your Blackstone griddle. It might seem challenging to take that step, but don’t worry- I’m here to walk you through it so you can get your griddle in top shape and ready for action. Let’s look into the basics and how to season a Blackstone…