FoodBlogCT News Week 30 2013

Thursday, the 25th of July


UN needs $13bn emergency aid to feed Needy

Nearly $13bn in humanitarian aid will be needed this year – a third of it just for Syria – to help 73 million people suffering around the world, the UN’s top humanitarian official said on Wednesday. [read more]


Fans throw food at Rihanna during gig

The singer was forced to stop her performance at the M.E.N Arena in Manchester on Tuesday when fans began hurling crisps at her on stage in protest of her arriving an hour late. [read more]


Latte Art inspired by Dali’s Melting Clocks

We can’t get enough of latte art at FDL HQ and it seems that latte artists all over the world continue to excel in the wonderful frothy creations they make coffee. [read more]


The Debate continues: Eggs: Healthy or Not?

As a Ph.D.-trained nutritional biochemist and a full-time nutrition coach, I’ve long been fascinated with this debate. In fact, I’ve often wondered… [read more]


Wednesday, the 24th of July



Brad and Angie living like ‘hobos’

The multi-millionaire couple’s mansion is strewn with pizza boxes and discarded food, according to their housekeepers. [read more]


5 Great Sandwich Recipes

Next time you pack a picnic or lunch, remember to put one of these great sandwiches into your brown bag. Whether you are big on veggies or meat, these sandwich recipes will help you prepare a nice meal you can enjoy at home or on the go. [read more]


What Does Comic Sans Taste Like?

Admit it; we’ve all spent a bit too much time thinking about the personalities of our favorite fonts. Comic Sans is cute, while Courier New is all business.. [read more]


Restaurant Shuts Down Mid-Dinner Service

Most of us can recall an unpleasant dining experience. But a recent incident at one North Carolina restaurant may take the cake. [read more]


Tuesday, the 23rd of July


This Burger is Basically 100 Percent Made of Bacon

Bacon. America loves it (as long as it’s not playing in a crappy rock band with its brother). Slater’s 50/50 in San Diego knows that all too well, so, in honor of our nation’s birth, they created the ‘Merica Burger, which isn’t just topped with bacon… it’s MADE of bacon, including two bacon patties topped with bacon, in addition to bacon cheese, bacon bits, and plenty of bacon grease. [read more]


McDonald’s Vietnam To Open First Location

McDonald’s said Tuesday it will open its first burger restaurant in Vietnam after awarding the franchise to the son-in-law of the Communist-ruled nation’s prime minister. [read more]


Research: Drinking Water Could Boost Mental Performance

Drinking plain old water may help improve mental performance, at least on certain brain tests, a small study suggests. [read more]


Booze-Free Bar Offers A Sober Haven in London

Former brand director for Virgin, Catherine Salway has launched a new venture in the heart of London. Redemption, is a bar where liquor doesn’t run freely, because there is no booze allowed. [read more]


Monday, the 22nd of July


Johnnie Walker and Sunday Times launch the Nation’s Greatest Awards

On 14 July 2013, nominations for the inaugural Johnnie Walker Sunday Times Nation’s Greatest Awards opened to the public on www.nationsgreatest.co.za. Johnnie Walker, the world’s leading alcohol brand and The Sunday Times,are working together to find and award individuals who Keep Walking towards making our nation great, whether it is through a single selfless act or a daily commitment to a chosen career or field. [read more]


Restaurant secrets all diners should know

Huge mark-ups on wine, dishes containing chef’s saliva, and a ‘blacklist’ for rude customers! [read more]


Would you buy flavoured wine?

At the Vinexpo wine show in France last week, much was made of the launch of a cola-flavoured wine. [read more]


Meatless Monday: Chinese Recipes without meat

Meatless Monday just got all that more interesting with these vegetarian Chinese recipes. We promise these tasty dishes will make you forget all about takeout. Ready for some homemade spring rolls and dim sum? Keep on reading to see how you can prepare these Chinese classics at home. [read more]


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Night Series Trial Run with Simons at Groot Constantia

Experience an evening of food and wine at HQ’s Cellar Dwellers (comp closed)