http://www.artipot.com/dir/society-and-culture/food-and-drink/ Latest Food and Drink articles from Artipot - your one-stop resource for free articles. http://www.artipot.com/articles/382504/heres-how-you-deal-with-fast-food.htm Is there ANY fast food that's really good for you? I actually never recommend that you eat ANY fast food, BUT sometimes we forget to plan ahead and find ourselves in a bad situation. Do you just not eat or do we order the fast food? Sat, 04 Jul 2009 10:39:57 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/382504/heres-how-you-deal-with-fast-food.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/382193/a-career-in-hospitality-isnt-complete-without-a-food-safety-course.htm Are you entering in or engaged in a career in hospitality in Melbourne? If you are, you know what a tough audience this town can be, and you also know that a smirch on your reputation can lead to ruin! When you are contemplating a career in hospitality, take a moment and really consider everything that needs to go in to it. When you are looking to cover all the bases and... Fri, 03 Jul 2009 13:55:17 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/382193/a-career-in-hospitality-isnt-complete-without-a-food-safety-course.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/382060/save-your-back-with-a-picnic-backpack.htm Think about a romantic little picnic with your sweetheart. All right, even if you are married, your spouse should still be your sweetheart and a picnic is a romantic gesture. Just the two of you, a walk in the woods and a picnic basket. Screeching halt! Who is going to carry that stupid basket? It is cumbersome and the wicker scratches the legs of the bearer. There should be... Fri, 03 Jul 2009 12:02:59 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/382060/save-your-back-with-a-picnic-backpack.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/381745/affordable-gourmet-espresso-machines-for-the-home-or-office.htm Most people who enjoy gourmet coffee spend $5 per cup on average. That's approximately $1,825 per year for one cup every day. Choosing to purchase a high quality coffee maker and gourmet coffee beans, you can save more than $1,000 per year. Creating the perfect coffee at home or even at the office is a very real possibility with a minimal investment. Fri, 03 Jul 2009 02:25:51 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/381745/affordable-gourmet-espresso-machines-for-the-home-or-office.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/381743/brew-at-home-and-save-hundreds-of-dollars-per-year-on-gourmet-coffee.htm The current state of the economy has hit people hard. Stopping at the coffee shop every day for a $3 drink will cost you more than $1000 per year. Purchasing a good coffee maker or espresso machine for your kitchen can bring your average cost per cup down to as little as 50 cents. At two cups a day, you could save $700 per year. Fri, 03 Jul 2009 02:24:41 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/381743/brew-at-home-and-save-hundreds-of-dollars-per-year-on-gourmet-coffee.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/381742/the-best-beans-and-machines-for-making-gourmet-coffee-at-home.htm Stopping for a steaming cup of delicious gourmet coffee on the way to work or when we are out shopping is an everyday occurrence for many people. Luckily, cutting costs doesn't mean you have to give up your favorite morning brew. Start exploring your options, and next thing you know you'll be brewing delicious, hot beverages from the comfort and convenience of your own kitchen. Fri, 03 Jul 2009 02:23:23 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/381742/the-best-beans-and-machines-for-making-gourmet-coffee-at-home.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/381005/having-a-dinner-on-a-cruise-vs-in-a-restaurant.htm Having dinner outside of the home used to be a rare event for families and couples. It was once a treat for special occasions such as birthdays, Mother's Day, Valentine's Day...etc. Today, because of our busy lifestyles, eating dinner out has now become a common event with people eating out 2 or 3 times a week. Wed, 01 Jul 2009 19:03:27 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/381005/having-a-dinner-on-a-cruise-vs-in-a-restaurant.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/380650/do-you-know-how-to-choose-a-restaurant-that-is-safe-healthy-and-hygienic.htm It's no wonder that most of us love dining out. Let's face it, having someone else prepare and serve a great meal in a pleasant environment allows us to enjoy good company without the normal worries. It can be a problem though if the restaurant is unclean. Who wants to get food poisoning? Unfortunately, most people are not able to tell if a restaurant is safe to eat at. Wed, 01 Jul 2009 11:06:05 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/380650/do-you-know-how-to-choose-a-restaurant-that-is-safe-healthy-and-hygienic.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/380337/food-processing-equipment-for-your-business.htm This article discusses the ways in which food processing equipment can benefit your business's kitchen. Wed, 01 Jul 2009 00:32:30 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/380337/food-processing-equipment-for-your-business.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/380261/basics-of-decorating-and-frosting-a-cake.htm There is no celebration or occasion that is complete without a cake. Decorated cakes are always part of special celebration such as a birthday, wedding, or anniversary. Creating an amazing cake is an art, and many people have made fortunes by having a creative talent and an eye for style. Tue, 30 Jun 2009 19:33:43 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/380261/basics-of-decorating-and-frosting-a-cake.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/380186/augmenting-your-sight-smell-taste-with-the-most-exotic-teas.htm Tea is a caffeinated beverage, made by steeping the dried leaves or buds of the Camellia sinensis shrub in hot water. A flurry of discoveries about tea's health benefits, plus renewed appreciation of its ancient heritage, has pushed tea to the fore. Its antioxidants lower the cholesterol levels, improve cardiovascular health and help guard against some cancers. Tue, 30 Jun 2009 17:31:34 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/380186/augmenting-your-sight-smell-taste-with-the-most-exotic-teas.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/379886/coffee-mugs-with-choicest-of-prints.htm Is a mug just a mug Or is there so much more to it Tue, 30 Jun 2009 11:58:59 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/379886/coffee-mugs-with-choicest-of-prints.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/379851/cortlands-a-great-baking-apple.htm I always wondered how to choose a great baking apple. I mean, what really should I look for? Well a great baking apple has two important characteristics: a tough outer skin and a mixed taste. What is a mixed taste? It is sweet and tart. Tue, 30 Jun 2009 10:24:30 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/379851/cortlands-a-great-baking-apple.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/379697/all-you-need-to-know-about-sushi.htm The love for Sushi has only been growing over the years. Here is all you need to know about the origin of sushi and also the types of sushi available. Tue, 30 Jun 2009 00:57:39 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/379697/all-you-need-to-know-about-sushi.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/379581/dont-let-old-wives-tales-nibble-at-your-dreams.htm Although many of us have been told that eating cheese before bed produces nightmares, recent research by the British Cheese Board shows an opposite effect. Mon, 29 Jun 2009 19:11:14 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/379581/dont-let-old-wives-tales-nibble-at-your-dreams.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/379577/the-traditional-tastes-of-poland.htm As well as being a historical wonder, Poland is also a culinary paradise for those looking to experience a whole new dimension of flavour. Mon, 29 Jun 2009 19:08:51 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/379577/the-traditional-tastes-of-poland.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/379187/wine-making-equipment-instruments-in-readying-red-and-white-wines.htm Wine Working Equipment: Agribusiness and the love for hot food gave birth to the utilize of wine Making Good culinary art grows well when wine is used as an ingredient or imbibed as attendant in dinner parties, official or daily Mon, 29 Jun 2009 10:16:18 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/379187/wine-making-equipment-instruments-in-readying-red-and-white-wines.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/379180/wine-making-supplies-matters-you-demand-to-arrive-at-homemade-wines.htm There are mass who love their individual brilliant of wines They normally have a aggregation of the rarest and most historical wines in their wine cellars Mon, 29 Jun 2009 10:02:28 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/379180/wine-making-supplies-matters-you-demand-to-arrive-at-homemade-wines.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/379156/square-plates-have-eer-been-a-spectacular-way-of-verbalizing-your-savor-in-dinnerware.htm Square Plates have e'er been a spectacular way of verbalizing your savor in dinnerware, and have invariably drawn out various responses from individuals Well for most division, they show a dynamic and out of the box way of thought and infinite Mon, 29 Jun 2009 09:02:10 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/379156/square-plates-have-eer-been-a-spectacular-way-of-verbalizing-your-savor-in-dinnerware.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/378897/wine-kits-wine-kits-can-save-you-money.htm Wine making can be an enjoyable hobby You get to make your own flavor of wines and at the same time appreciate the process of making it Sun, 28 Jun 2009 19:51:09 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/378897/wine-kits-wine-kits-can-save-you-money.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/378625/the-process-of-egg-production-and-distribution.htm Birds and eggs have existed since before Man and the first recorded history of domesticated wild fowl were found in East Indian history as early as 3200 BC. Records show domesticated hens throughout history but it has been believed that Columbus, on his second trip to the Americas in 1493, brought with him the ancestors of the chickens we see today. Sun, 28 Jun 2009 06:51:44 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/378625/the-process-of-egg-production-and-distribution.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/378154/brunch-through-the-years.htm It seems that the meal of brunch came from nowhere to be a sudden worldwide success, but history records the Chinese eating it centuries ago. Sat, 27 Jun 2009 00:43:38 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/378154/brunch-through-the-years.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/377637/great-chinese-anecdotes-about-purple-clay.htm Who was the first person that discovered the distinctive purple clay ideal for making teapots? How deep do purple clay teapot collectors love their treasures? There are many interesting Chinese legends and folklore that aim to answer these questions. Fri, 26 Jun 2009 09:16:26 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/377637/great-chinese-anecdotes-about-purple-clay.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/377636/three-stories-that-make-you-love-purple-clay-even-more.htm Who was the first person that discovered the distinctive purple clay ideal for making teapots? How deep do purple clay teapot collectors love their treasures? There are many interesting Chinese legends and folklore that aim to answer these questions. Fri, 26 Jun 2009 09:15:24 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/377636/three-stories-that-make-you-love-purple-clay-even-more.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/377191/need-seafood-four-freshness-flags-to-find-the-best.htm TTCS is all you need to find the best seafood wherever you go. What is TTCS? Four simple words for four simple steps in finding the fresh seafood you want. Thu, 25 Jun 2009 14:19:48 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/377191/need-seafood-four-freshness-flags-to-find-the-best.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/377175/healthy-choices-at-seafood-restaurants.htm This article explains the different health risks associated with eating seafood and recommends which types of fish are the best and worst for you to eat. Thu, 25 Jun 2009 14:07:32 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/377175/healthy-choices-at-seafood-restaurants.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/377169/the-happiest-day-in-a-restaurant-owners-life-is-the-day-he-sells-the-restaurant.htm Opening a restaurant can be a rewarding but complex undertaking. It is a responsibility with many different pieces of a puzzle that the new owner must skillfully put together. For many, it is all about learning an entire new business from inside out, and doing so in a relatively short period of time. Regardless of your prior job experience or education opening a restaurant... Thu, 25 Jun 2009 13:57:30 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/377169/the-happiest-day-in-a-restaurant-owners-life-is-the-day-he-sells-the-restaurant.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/377085/why-you-should-serve-a-martini-at-your-next-party.htm Serving martinis to guests almost invariably turns your party into a hit. Doesn't a good cocktail drink served in a stylish glass make you feel really good? Thu, 25 Jun 2009 11:51:18 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/377085/why-you-should-serve-a-martini-at-your-next-party.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/377074/are-your-restaurant-kitchen-staff-making-these-6-common-mistakes.htm Each and every day kitchen staffs all over the world are making mistakes that could cost you the restaurant owner money. Not just on food that is returned and not paid for, but on health code violations and possible lawsuits from people that get sick from eating at your dining establishment. It is time for you to step and take note of what is going on in your kitchen. Thu, 25 Jun 2009 11:40:42 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/377074/are-your-restaurant-kitchen-staff-making-these-6-common-mistakes.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/376974/low-fat-smoothie-recipes.htm Smoothies are becoming more popular as a great way to get your daily allocation of fruit and vegetables. It provides essential nutrients and vitamins to help boost your immune system and promote health. Best of all they are easy to make and taste great. Thu, 25 Jun 2009 07:29:49 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/376974/low-fat-smoothie-recipes.htm