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Articles 2008 |
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Wines – enormous diversity from one grape
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“In vino veritas est” – was already known to the ancient Romans, and Roman mythology even devoted a god, Bacchus, to wine. Today, there are a number of contemporaries who spend veritable fortunes on a decent wine cellar. However, even though many like to talk shop about wine, there is no need to have a guilty conscience if all you know is the name of your favourite wine. Enjoying is what is most important!
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Sugar – From an expensive luxury item to a basic foodstuff
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Historically, sugar first became known as a medicament and then as a precious luxury that only kings and princes could afford. The “sweet salt” was produced in the tropics from sugar cane and thus had to be imported to Europe. Prices only sank after a German scientist discovered that sugar beets could also be used as a source of sugar in 1747. Today sugar is found in nearly all convenience products and is also a staple ingredient in the kitchen.
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Articles 2007 |
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Cabbage – the forgotten vegetable
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In days gone by, when fruit was not available all year round, people met their vitamin needs in winter with vegetables such as cabbage. However, for many years, cabbage was branded "poor man's fare". More recently, this traditional vegetable has been rediscovered by both hobby cooks and acclaimed professional chefs.
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Citrus Fruits – Healthy Diversity
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Citrus fruits are some of the world’s oldest fruits. In the Baroque period, a number of exclusive conservatories grew several hundred species. While citrus fruits were once used for medicinal purposes and as a moth repellent, today they are an important part of a balanced diet.
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The world of lettuce – more than just green leaves
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Virtually everybody knows that lettuce is the ideal food for slimming, but very few people are familiar with the wide diversity of lettuce varieties. In the meantime there are even fresh, ready-to-use lettuce mixtures, which are generally sold in sealed bags.
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Shoots and sprouts – Small but perfectly formed
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The Chinese have been growing shoots and sprouts for over 3,000 years now. Some decades ago the Europeans also discovered how delicious these nutrient-packed foods are when used in salads, dips and sauces. Sprouts and shoots are not only available freshly-packed and ready-to-eat from shops – they may also be grown easily and cheaply at home.
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Articles 2006 |
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Fish – Healthy food from the seas
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Whether from oceans, rivers or lakes, fish has always been a popular addition to the daily diet. But it is not just the excellent taste of fish that rightly makes it an important food. Nowadays we are all aware of the special nutrients it provides.
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Honey – sweet temptation from industrious collectors
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As long ago as the Stone Age, people enjoyed the sweet gourmet delights of honey – for which to this very day we must thank the industriousness of the bees. The distance travelled for the collection of a kilogram of honey by one bee is equivalent to several times the circumference of the Earth. The valuable ingredients thus make the natural food not only a special delight for the palate but it is also used extensively as a curative remedy.
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Vinegar – the versatile essence for aroma and a long shelf life
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Vinegar is one of the oldest flavourings known to man. In ancient times the art of vinegar manufacture was already known. And even today it is not just used in the kitchen for preserving and flavouring foods – a shot of vinegar gives many dishes that necessary “bite”.
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Chocolate – the delicious food of the gods
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Who doesn’t like to let a piece of their favourite chocolate slowly melt in the mouth? But who do we have to thank for the discovery of this special delight? And why, quite apart from its seductive taste, has it earned the name “food of the gods”?
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Articles 2005 |
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Beans – diverse and healthy
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Did you know that there are over 100 varieties of bean? And who associates bean stew with sex? The fact is, however, that pulses such as beans, peas, lentils, soy beans and chick peas stimulate the libido, boost hormone production and provide us with energy.
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Herbs – aromatic healing power for the kitchen
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For as long as man has inhabited the earth herbs have been part of our daily lives. They are found in meadows, forests and even along the side of the road. The Greeks dedicated them to their gods, the Romans brought them north on their campaigns, and during the Middle Ages Benedictine monks studied their properties for treating diseases.
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Articles 2004 |
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Guide to nuts
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Above all in autumn and winter nuts are to be found in our diet in various forms. They are the edible kernels of fruits. But what differentiates the individual nut varieties, and what is a "true nut"?
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A member of the nightshade family in the limelight
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The potato originated in the formidable mountain range of South America, the Andes. Some 500 years ago Spanish seafarers brought the first potatoes back to Europe.
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"Ice cream" – Deliciously creamy
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It is not just children who melt at the thought enjoying this fruity, creamy delight. Above all in summer ice cream is not merely a treat for many people, but also a welcome way of cooling down. Positive qualities that have ensured the popularity of ice cream through the ages.
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The taste of summer
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It's the strawberry season! From a purely botanical stance these are not berries at all, but rank among the so-called aggregate fruits. Berries are fruits whose seeds are embedded in the juicy flesh of a fruit, for instance grapes, black currants, gooseberries. The actual fruit of the strawberry are the many little brown nuts to be seen on the outer skin of a strawberry...
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"Olive oil" – Liquid gold
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The origins and history of the olive tree (Olea europae), as well as that of olive oil production, go back thousands of years. Thus, the Old Testament mentions a sea-faring people, the Philistines, which produced large volumes of olive oil as long ago as 1200 BC.
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Exotic Spices
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The use of spices is a tradition as old as that of cooking itself. The first sources for the systematic use of spice plants come from ancient Egypt and date from the period around 4000 BC.
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A fit and healthy start to spring
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After the turbulence of Carnival we can look forward to quieter days again. At last there is the chance to tackle that surplus weight, improve the diet, perhaps even shed a few kilos and, above all, feel even better.
February 2004
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Articles 2003 |
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In the winter your skin needs special care
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It is wintertime! In the cold and rainy season our body needs more rest and takes longer to recover than in summer. We sleep longer, spend more time at home, and enjoy getting comfortable indoors. Wintertime is stressful for your skin. That should be no surprise as the rooms in houses and offices are generally overheated, and the dry, warm air is not good for the skin. But there are ways and means of giving the skin what it needs – in a totally natural manner.
November 2003
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Is Your Body Fit for the Autumn?
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Many people have difficulty coping with the change of season from summer to autumn, and with the fact that the sunny weather is coming to an end. Especially so when the summer has been as beautiful and hot as it was this year. But don't despair: Summer will come round again! It is always better to actively undertake something for the benefit of your own well-being, and help prepare the body for the change to the colder seasons. Right at the top of the "wish list" for our immune system are a healthy diet and plenty of exercise.
October 2003
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What begins with "G" and ends in "E"?
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Of course, what else could it be: Gelatine! The fact that you can create lots of great dishes with gelatine is nothing new. But gelatine is also successfully used in other areas.
September 2003
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Cellulite? Don't despair, do something about it
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Men are spared from it their whole lives long. Only women suffer from this weakness of the connective tissue. We are of course talking about cellulite, also known as orange peel skin. When, as at present, we experience record temperatures and clothes just can't be light enough, then these dimples – which are mainly to be found on the hips, thighs and upper arms – appear slightly unaesthetic. Although cellulite cannot be completely removed, at least it can be successfully reduced.
July 2003
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Are your nails ready for the summer?
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Fingernails are a reflection of the soul. If someone is constantly nibbling their nails, it is usually a sign of nervousness and uncertainty. If a person's nails are unkempt and dirty, this is a sure sign that this person also neglects himself. Women who paint their nails do so to underline their femininity.
Be they long or short – we all dream of having beautiful fingernails. A dream that can easily come true thanks to the way you take care of them.
June 2003
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The easy way: Gelatine gives you beautiful hair
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Thin hair remains thin; full hair keeps its fullness. You either have curls all your life or not at all. To try and change your natural hair is a very difficult exercise; you almost always fail. So, just leave your hair as it is and avoid all the problems. Try the natural way to give your hair more buoyancy, gloss and fullness.
April 2003
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Off To Winter Sports: The GME Tip
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Icy crackling cold, sun, blue sky and lots of powder snow – ideal for those on skiing holiday but also for those who just wish to enjoy clear cold air and the fantastic winter views during their winter break; for this can be pure enjoyment and recuperation at the same time.
February 2003
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