Launching New A'la Carte Menu...Bon Apetite!!

Fresh + re - Fresh....+ yummy

something you can't Deny...savour

Organic...from mother earth

something you'll never forget...promise!!

remembering my "mother hand"

Something that i can enjoy....!!

Catch of the day...yellow fin tuna...arrgh...!!

you will ask twice for this 1....

carrot...is always be an amazing vegetable

hempppp....cappuccino please!!!

healthy + tropical

is not a cheesy lines....prove it!!

Information To Share....!! :)

In theory, you should be able to digest just about any type of food you put in your mouth.

But changes in food processing and preparation (think fried) not to mention lifestyle (think sedentary) mean our stomachs don't always react well to everything we eat.

It's best to avoid some food—like fatty meats—to avoid upset tummies. But, fortunately, nature also provides foods that can ease our digestion. Here's a guide to what's good and what's bad when it comes to keeping your system running smoothly.

Bananas help restore normal bowel function, especially if you have diarrhea (say, from too much alcohol).

And they restore electrolytes and potassium that may be lost due to runny stool. This fruit also has lots of fiber to aid digestion. "A banana a day is what I always say," Anderson says.

You have trillions of bacteria in your gut that help you digest food, and yogurt contains some types of these healthy bacteria. (Although not all yogurts have them—check for "live and active cultures" on the label.

"Yogurt has bacteria, which replenishes the normal flora within the gastrointestinal tract so it's healthy," Dr. McCashland says.

Kimchi is a Korean favorite usually made with cabbage, radish, or onion, along with lots of spices. The main ingredient is usually cabbage, which promotes the growth of healthy bacteria in the colon.

And cabbage is a type of fiber that's not digested, so it helps eliminate waste, keeping bowel movements regular, Anderson says. Sauerkraut is good for the same reasons.

This dish can be spicy, however, so it might not be a good option if you’ve found that spicy foods trigger digestive problems for you

If you're going to eat meat, go for chicken, fish, and other lean meats—they'll go down a lot easier than a juicy steak.

"Red meats tend to be fattier," Anderson says. "Your body can handle lean meats and fish and chicken a whole lot better than prime rib."

And lean meats and fish have not been associated with an increased risk of colon cancer like high-fat red meats have. Whole grains, such as whole-wheat bread, oats, and brown rice, are a good source of fiber, which helps digestion.

"If there's one thing America lacks, it's fiber," Anderson says. "We need 20 to 30 grams a day and we maybe get 12."

Fiber also can help you feel full and lower cholesterol, but it can cause bloating, gas, and other problems in people who quickly ramp up their intake—it's better to take it slow when consuming more. And wheat grains are a no-no for those with celiac disease or gluten intolerance This spice has been used for thousands of years as a safe way to relieve nausea, vomiting, motion sickness, morning sickness, gas, loss of appetite, and colic.

But it's best to consume it in moderation. High doses of ginger can backfire; more than 2 to 4 grams per day can cause heartburn. Berries are good for your health, but ones with tiny seeds can be a problem for people who have diverticulitis, or pockets that develop in the intestine (usually the large intestine) that become inflamed or infected.

"The theory is that the seeds will obstruct the [pockets] and pose a risk of infection," Dr. McCashland says. "It's never been proven in a study but it's always been theorized." If you find that seeds, including sunflower or pumpkin seeds, irritate your intestines, stay away from them.

Sex, Pain, Madness, and the Making of a Great Chef........!!!

..........Great chefs respect nature.........

the man....that i respect most...!!

by quote...“When I’m not working within my businesses, I tend to be at home or with my family or in the woods. I’m happiest in my wellies..."

...by quote...."He may have been one of the most disagreeable bastards ever to command a kitchen brigade, but in the same guileless, unfiltered way in which he cursed out sous-chefs, he’s told one hell of a story"....

Get to know the Chef and you will start to enjoy dining out even more...:)...!!

First of all, I can't really claim to be a great chef

" I'm not a TV guy. I'm a restaurant chef and a businessman "

I always had a fantasy of being a chef, because I like kitchen life....

I liked the energy of cooking, the action, the camaraderie. I often compare the kitchen to sports and compare the chef to a coach. There are a lot of similarities to it

...A great chef is an artist that I truly respect....

I think the most wonderful thing in the world is another chef. I'm always excited about learning new things about food

to share....!!!

WATER
It doesn't come with any slick advertisements or cutesy cartoon characters to sell it, but plain old H2O is one of the quickest energy boosters out there. When kids become dehydrated, their energy plummets and their brain gets foggy, which makes it hard to concentrate.

How to get them to drink it: Kids often don't realize when they're dehydrated, so keep water handy and offer it often, especially if they've been playing a lot or have been out in the sun. Skip flavoring packets, which are often full of artificial sweeteners, colors, and flavors. You can try adding a squeeze of lemon for flavor, but I've found that most kids don't like any "floaties" in their water. The trick is in the packaging-let your child pick out a fun water bottle (they can even decorate it themselves with permanent markers) or stock up on twisty straws and funny ice cubes. You'll be amazed at how much water they'll drink.

OATMEAL
Grains have been getting a bad rap lately, but whole grains are still one of the best sources of energy we have-especially for little bodies that are still growing. The fiber and carbohydrates in oatmeal provide a long-lasting, consistent source of energy that can be dressed up in a million different ways.

How to get them to eat it: Skip the pre-fab packets and cook your own. Microwaving a serving of rolled oats won't take you any longer than the packaged stuff, and you'll save on all the added sugars, flavors and colors. Add some real butter (yes, it's okay now!) for satiating fat, then cool it down by adding frozen berries (another great food for energy). To make it fun for little ones, let them add a few sprinkles or chocolate chips on top.

EGGS Everyone knows that protein builds strong muscles and helps keep you full, but I've yet to meet a young child who wants to sit down with a big steak and a bottle of horseradish. Thankfully, eggs are a clean and easy source of protein, and with as many different ways to cook them as there are kids, it's easy to keep them interesting.

How to get them to eat it: Scrambled eggs with cheese is classic kid comfort food, but a boiled egg can be a fun addition to a sack lunch (draw a funny face on it with a pen or marker!). German pancakes (or egg pancakes) are a tasty option for tots who prefer sweet to savory.

BANANAS Many kids are surprisingly potassium deficient-a problem that can manifest in a variety of ways, including lethargy and memory problems. This necessary nutrient, which is also found in dried apricots, figs, and plums, helps regulate the body's nervous and muscular systems.

How to get them to eat it: Thankfully, most kids already love bananas but if your little one has an issue with the texture or taste, try blending frozen banana chunks with yogurt and fruit for a creamy smoothie.

FISH Research shows a link between memory, test-taking skills and, gulp, eating fish for breakfast. While that's not typically pleasing to little palates, the benefits are huge. The omega 3 fatty acids found in fatty fish like wild salmon have been proven to reduce depression and hyperactivity and increase focus and concentration. In addition, all that high quality protein keeps kids' blood sugar (and therefore their moods) steady while keeping them full for hours.

How to get them to eat it: Studies have shown that pregnant women who eat fish have kids that are more likely to enjoy the taste. Since the womb is a one-way ticket; however, the next best thing is repetition. Try starting with something familiar like tuna melts, then adding some canned salmon to scrambled eggs. You can also try a milder-tasting fish like cod. Encourage kids to eat whole foods over supplements. Sadly, goldfish crackers don't count (although they are yummy!).

...Live as if you were to die tomorrow. Learn as if you were to live forever...

...I tell people all the time, you have to be in love with that pot. You have to put all your love in that pot. If you're in a hurry, just eat your sandwich and go. Don't even start cooking, because you can't do anything well in a hurry. I love food. I love serving people. I love satisfying people...

.....Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness that most frightens us. We ask ourselves, 'Who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous, talented, fabulous?' Actually, who are you not to be? You are a child of God. Your playing small does not serve the world. There is nothing enlightened about shrinking so that other people won't feel insecure around you. We are all meant to shine, as children do. We were born to make manifest the glory of God that is within us. It's not just in some of us; it's in everyone. And as we let our own light shine, we unconsciously give other people permission to do the same. As we are liberated from our own fear, our presence automatically liberates others....!!!

ENJOYS.......!

Cooking Secrets

If you add too much salt to a soup or stew, drop in a raw potato and boil for 5 minutes. When you remove the potato, the overt salty taste will be gone

When making soup, to absorb the grease that settles to the top, place a leaf of lettuce on the top of soup while cooking. Remove when it has done its job

Add a little vinegar to the water when an egg cracks during boiling. It will help seal the egg.

Sprinkle a little salt in your frying pan before cooking to keep the grease from splattering.

For lighter fritter batter, substitute an equal amount of club soda or beer instead of liquid called for.

Butter the rim of a pan in which you cook rice or macaroni so it won't boil over.

"Dredging" in flour is simply when you lightly coat food (meat or fish) with flour in preparation for frying or sautéing. After dredging it in the flour, lightly shake off the excess and proceed with the recipe. You should dredge your ingredients just before you are ready to cook them. Dredging is not the same as breading.

Spray a bit of non-stick spray on your grater before shredding cheese. It prevents the cheese from sticking to the blade. 

Never have rice boil over again. Put amount of rice and recommended amount of water in a roaster, cover put in cold oven-turn oven to 350F and 25 minutes later, you have perfect rice with no mess and almost no sticking to the roaster. Try it-it really works.

A marinade should completely cover the food. If needed, weigh the food down by placing a plate on top of it.

Quickly discard marinade that was used for raw meat. You don't want someone dipping into the marinade after it's been used!

A "stick" of butter or margarine weighs 4 oz and is 1/2 cup US. Each 1/4 cup or half stick butter or margarine in US recipes weighs about 50 g. There are 8 tablespoons in 1/4 pound butter

Cook the low-fat way, rather than frying -- broil, roast on a rack, back or steam poultry, meat or fish.

Cut the Fat: removing fat from homemade soup with a paper towel or skimming it is a messy and slow process. Simply add three or four ice cubes and the fat will congeal around them so you can remove it with a spoon. You may need to reheat a little when you are done.

To avoid a mess when cooking thick soups: Pureed soups and other thick soups tend to splatter when they bubble. Protect your stovetop by using a splatter screen or by partially covering the pan with a lid. Or loosely cover the pan with foil that has been punctured in a number of places so that steam can escape.

To encourage soup to cook more quickly: Cut ingredients into small pieces.

To stretch a pot of soup that is slightly short for your number of guests: Serve it in wide shallow soup bowls. They can only hold a ladle of two.

Pasta: To Rinse or Not to Rinse?  The only time you should rinse pasta is after draining, when you plan to use it in a cold dish, or when you are not going to use sauce and plan to serve it immediately. In those cases, rinse the pasta under cold water to stop the cooking process, and drain well.

Cooking Pasta:  Boil water till it bubbles...shut fire off...place pasta in pan stir once to separate ....cover....set timer for 20 minutes...after 5 minutes stir again then cover ..... wait till timer goes off...perfect each and every time...

To rescue a burning stew:  Immediately pour the stew into a new pot. Do not scrape any of the burned stew from the bottom of the first pot. If necessary, add more liquid to the new pot

Don't EVER bother boiling corn again!!!!  Save the nutrients, flavor and time.  Toss corn, husks, silks & all, into the microwave, 3 min. per ear on high.  Let sit for a couple of minutes.  Handle carefully with a couple of kitchen mitts.  Stand next to trash can, peel off husks and silks in one sweep each side.  Butter and enjoy!  You will be amazed at the difference!