20 foods to add umami to your cooking
For the longest time, people assumed that all tastes boiled down to sweet, salty, sour and bitter. But in 1908, a Japanese chemist identified the fifth distinctive taste, umami, which roughly translates to “deliciousness” and is strongly associated with savouriness, that taste sensation that leaves people craving more. It’s present in a range of foods, from Doritos to green tea, and is characterized by both flavour and mouthfeel, creating a subtle richness and depth to the foods it interacts with. If you want to play around with flavours and create the best version of the dishes you’re making, just add a hit of umami—you won’t regret it.
2025-04-23T17:53:50Z
The world’s best vineyards, ranked
Wine enthusiasts and tourists are increasingly drawn to vineyards that offer more than just tastings. From historic estates with centuries-old traditions to modern wineries embracing sustainable practices, the global wine industry is a mix of agricultural expertise, cultural heritage, and visitor experiences. Each vineyard reflects the unique climate, soil, and grape varieties of its region, while also navigating the operational challenges of modern viticulture. In this gallery, we highlight 30 vineyards around the world that stand out for their quality, history, and visitor engagement. Curious? Click to explore them.
2025-12-01T13:15:58Z
How to make plans that don’t involve alcohol
When it comes to socializing, many people rely on alcohol to make them feel more comfortable and to coax out an easier friendship, so much so that "going for a drink" has been embedded in many cultures' socialization. It can be a rite of passage, a post-work ritual, and it can also be more casual than a full dinner, so it has its perks, but alcohol is not the only option. There are lots of good reasons to stop drinking—to cut calories, improve your immune system, have a clearer mind, more energy, etc.—but whatever the reason, there are tons of engaging, playful, and bond-strengthening social activities that could work for you. Click through for some inspiration.
2024-03-01T14:29:17Z
Delicious spinach recipes to make you feel strong!
Super nutritious and reasonably priced, spinach is one of those ingredients that a lot of people like to keep on hand for its versatility. It's widely available year round, and is packed with vitamins A, C, and K, and minerals like folate, iron, magnesium, and potassium. And while this healthy veggie is most famous for appearing in salads, we can create meals from simply sautéed with garlic, to stewed into a hearty chana masala, these recipes will change your view on this veg forever. So click on for some Popeye-approved spinach recipes!
2023-10-15T10:30:40Z
When do Americans dine? A look at dinner times across states
Mealtimes are surprisingly flexible, and history shows they’ve changed a lot over the centuries. When we eat, how much we eat, and what counts as “dinner” is shaped by culture, work routines, social class, and personal preference. These factors create fascinating variations, both between countries and within them. In the US, for instance, the average dinner time can differ by more than 90 minutes from state to state, according to the American Time Use Survey, revealing just how diverse our dining habits really are. Curious where your state falls? Click through the gallery to see the dinner-time differences across the country and the reasons behind them.
2025-11-14T13:15:49Z