Spanish Food is among the most popular in Europe. Its variety and simplicity means minimal effort and maximum taste! Ingredients are easy to come by and whether you're interested in cooking a paella or a spanish omelette (tortilla) don't be afraid to give it a try. Depending on which region of Spain you visit you will encounter Spanish food dishes that are practically … [Read more...] about Spanish Food
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Albondigas (Savoury Meatballs)….
Moorish in origin, these fragrantly spiced meatballs (Albondigas) are tossed in a paprika-flavoured tomato sauce to make another well-loved tapas bar favourite. Ingredients 300g minced pork (makes about thirty) 3 garlic cloves, crushed 50g dried white breadcrumbs 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon ground coriander 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1 teaspoon ground … [Read more...] about Albondigas (Savoury Meatballs)….
Dehydration Prevention!
August is the hottest month of the year and it is important to adopt certain simple measures to prevent dehydration. Symptoms of dehydration can include thirst, weakness, vomiting, headaches, irritability, dizziness and general unease with a reduction in performance. The following simple steps are recommended to avoid dehydration: 1. Drink fluids even when not thirsty. 2. … [Read more...] about Dehydration Prevention!
Healthy living – Tummy Trouble!
This can ruin a good holiday as anyone who's ever suffered from diarrhea can vouch for. Tummy upsets tend to be more common on foreign holidays given that the food and drink consumed will contain different bacteria than what our bodies are accustomed to. Diarrhea tends to occur when we inadvertently consume food or drink which is not properly prepared or contaminated. Poor … [Read more...] about Healthy living – Tummy Trouble!
Protect you Baby from the Sun!
Your baby looks adorable with pink cheeks from the sun. Those pink cheeks could be an indication of sun damage regardless of how healthy it makes your child look. Exposure to the sun alters the skin which could manifest as freckles, a suntan or sunburn. Long term effects or exposure to the sun's rays could appear years later as splotches, wrinkles or indeed as skin cancer. … [Read more...] about Protect you Baby from the Sun!