Kitchen Craft
Why Toasting Spices Changes Their Aroma
Toasting spices changes their aroma and can deepen a dish’s fragrance. Learn which whole spices suit a dry toast and…
From the table
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Browse Global Food Journal by ingredient, kitchen craft, food history, foodways and the moments that gather people at the table. Each piece starts with a distinct question about how food is made, shared or understood.
Ingredients
Dried, Frozen or Fresh Herbs for the Dish at Hand
Choose dried, frozen or fresh herbs by texture, cooking time and flavor role, so each dish gets the right kind of…
Food History
Before the Refrigerator: How the Icebox Changed Kitchen Routines
Before the refrigerator, the household icebox tied food storage to ice delivery, daily chores, and meal timing. See…
Foodways
The Myth of the One True Version of a Traditional Dish
The one true version of a traditional dish is rarely a household fact. Learn to discuss recipe differences with…
At the Table
A Potluck Table That Makes Room for Different Dishes
A potluck table for different dishes needs clear labels, thoughtful spacing and a flexible layout, so guests can…
Our point of view
Food is knowledge we share
Ingredients and techniques travel, change and take on new meaning. Looking closely at food helps us notice the craft and care behind a meal.