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Substitute for Manioc Starch

Food & Drink
Manioc starch is made from the yucca plant, which grows in tropical areas of Africa, Asia and the Americas. It's used as a thickener in cooking and is sometimes used as a binder in baking, especially vegan baking. In the U.S., it's more commonly known as tapioca starch or cassava starch. There are s

Beer Brewing Lessons

Food & Drink
Many of life's lessons are discussed over a pint. Others are learned while making the ale that fills the mug. When it comes to the hobby of brewing, the school of hard knocks is often the best teacher. Brewers make many of the exact same mistakes. However, by paying attention to the mistakes of

Vitis Vinifera - Tracing the Origins of Wine

Food & Drink
Wine is a kind of drink extracted from the Vitis Vinifera plant, more commonly known as the grape vine. This is probably one of the most popular drinks in the world today. Up to date, there are now a wide variety of wines available in the market at varying prices. Either way, the drink has always be