• “Paint the town red” has a whole new (literal) meaning when it comes to La Tomatina, Spain’s most famous and messiest festival. Held annually on the last Wednesday of August in the small town of Buñol, this unique event has become a global sensation, drawing thousands of people from around the world. La Tomatina’s origins date back to 1945 when a playful food fight broke out among locals during a parade. The spontaneous battle was so much fun that it became an annual tradition, despite occasional bans and controversy. By the 1980s, La Tomatina was officially recognised and has since…

    Feeling for light, fluffy, tender dumplings? You’ve come to the right place. Making dumplings can seem like a daunting task but by following these steps, you’ll have delicious homemade dumplings ready to enjoy with the whole family. There are 5 ways you can make dumplings depending on your mood. Chewy, crispy, soupy, or fancy, once you understand what you’re craving, you can pick your method: Pan-frying Boiling Steaming Deep-frying Air frying 1. Pan-frying (Traditional Method) This method gives you the classic crispy-bottomed potstickers with tender tops. Heat the pan: Use a non-stick pan. Add about 1-2 tablespoons of oil and…

    Constipation is a common and often emotionally taxing issue that many of us sometimes experience. The discomfort of not being able to pass a bowel movement is something most people can relate to. When this happens regularly, it is often linked to our diet and the types of foods we consume.   To ensure that we have regular healthy bowel movements, it is important to be mindful of what we eat. Foods high in fiber, like fruits and vegetables, are essential for ensuring that our stools are both the right consistency and frequent.   Symptoms of constipation:  Feeling bloated or blocked.   Difficulty…

    Living a long and healthy life is a goal many strive for, and centenarians—those who live to be 100 years or older—may offer valuable insights on achieving it. Their dietary habits have garnered interest, particularly with the release of Live to 100: Secrets of the Blue Zones on Netflix, which explored the lifestyles of centenarians across the globe. Areas with high concentrations of these individuals, known as Blue Zones, include places like Okinawa, Japan, and Sardinia, Italy, where living past a century is more common. Experts who study centenarians have noted that their longevity is linked to various lifestyle choices,…