Relaxation, we all need it. For most of us we live hectic lives that leave very little room to pamper ourselves, or so we think. Stop! Take care of yourself first. Relaxation can mean different things to different people. For some it could be mediation […]

Can you lose something if wine is decanted too long before consuming? Answer: In two words, it depends. There are two fundamental reasons to decant a wine: 1. To provide extra aeration for a recent vintage by exposing it to the air as it is […]

Like wine, extra virgin olive oil is a product of a natural fruit, the quality and character of which is largely dependent on the climate. And like the grape vine, there are a many different varieties of olive, each producing olive oils with distinctive style […]

Just about every fresh herb or vegetable will stay fresh for about five to seven days, and the ground and/or dried versions will stay fresh for about two to three years. The vibrant color of dried and ground spices and herbs will fade as they […]

What makes a cut avocado turn brown? Cut avocados turn brown for the same reason that cut peaches and apples darken: the oxidation of phenolic compounds. Almost all fruits (and avocado is a fruit) contain phenolic compounds, which turn brown when they react with oxygen. […]

Chef Giovanni “Gio” Mauro is the owner of Old School Pizzeria in North Las Vegas, an original pizza concept dedicated to Mauro’s “respect for ingredients” philosophy.  No commercial yeast, all natural starters, a commitment to fresh and seasonal menu items, and a focus on strong […]