I know what you mean about the lychees, it's almost like a semi-woody peel around the pit. Funny, because that's the only reason why I don't eat them anymore. I'd usually just eat around that part, which requires more effort than I prefer -- as far as fruit goes, anyways.

Mmm, salmon.

Haha, yes. It is only: To think for yourself. But of course! Listen to what others have to say, some may be helpful and may guide you well, but ultimately the decision is yours, and yours alone. If you do something only because it is the way things are done, or what you have been told, then you are ...

Oh my. That sounds amazing! Lucky indeed.

My dogs and kittens used to enjoy avocado immensely. Just as fondly as yolks, I'd say.

Raw meats, fish, bones, organs and eggs are the keys to healthy dogs and cats. Makes them strong like bull.

Most of the time, ordering from a menu, the very outside of the beef is seared and peppered/salted, much like tuna tataki. Also often served with greens, capers and shaved Parmesan. That said... the tastiest way to go is to buy your own tenderloin (conventional/natural/grass-fed or what have you), f...

That sounds like it might work!

I've tried juicing pomegranates in two different juicers (high-speed centrifugal type, and the slow dual-gear crushing type), but each time the seeds were crushed and gave the juice an extremely bitter aftertaste. I'm not sure what the best way is to make juice from them, so in the meantime I'll jus...

I second the notion of going to a sushi bar. Tell the sushi chef that you are new to raw fish, and ask what he would recommend. Once you know what to expect, there's a sticky thread called "List of fish: the good, the bad and everything in between" that distinguishes which fish are tasty, and those ...

Raw lobster is available in both Japanese and Korean cuisine... and can commonly be found in those respective upscale restaurants. Quite delicious and fairly expensive. Frequently the muscle tissue is still 'alive' or 'dancing,' and many pay extra for this spectacle. In order for the lobsters to be ...

Isn't bulgur just cracked wheat? And therefore contain gluten?

Quinoa, millet, buckwheat, rice, oats, and quite a few other grains do not contain gluten. Perhaps one of these would be a better choice.

What are the differences, if any, between this 'butter oil' and standard ghee/clarified butter?

Just to clarify, the dark, thin, squiggly things in your tuna are simply tiny veins, like capillaries. I believe most if not all infected tuna are discovered and dealt with before they ever reach retail markets. Benefits/dangers of worms aside, tuna seems to be one of the safest fish in regards to p...

I'm planning on going to the Culinary Institute of America, located in upstate New York (20 minutes from where I grew up, actually). At least 2 years, then hopefully (more than likely) get into a really good restaurant position. After that is anyone's guess, but it wouldn't be bad to eventually work...

Sounds perfect. I am totally jealous... I need scallops now. The roe around the scallops might be fine. Although, it may contain a bit much sodium. If you don't like the taste, don't bother. Totally optional. Flying fish roe (tobiko) is just that - roe from 'flying fish.' Fresh roe - right out of th...

I am considering it. Planning it, actually.

What are your ideas and feeling on this? Pros, cons, anything you feel like saying, or any questions you might have, experiences, etc.

Thanks!