Today is #InternationalCarrotDay

Biryani has its roots in Persian cuisine and was brought to India by the Mughals. It evolved over centuries, with regional variations emerging across the Indian subcontinent. Biryani became very popular among the masses during the Mughal era and remains a cherished dish today.

#OTD in 1633, bananas went on display in Thomas Johnson's shop window in 37 St. Mary Axe, City of London. The first time the fruit had been seen in Britain. However, it would be 200 years before bananas would be imported regularly. Johnson was a noted botanist and herbalist.

Just for you Wally Bazoum and English Breakfast Society 'Now blest be the Briton, his beef and his beer, And all the strong waters that keep him in cheer, But blest beyond cattle and blest beyond kegs Is the brave British breakfast of bacon and eggs.' - A.P. Herbert (1890-1971)

Why not finish off your soup with a splash of lime juice? A perfect finish to all soups that brings out the flavour of all other ingredients.

Today is #NationalGarlicDay Held on April 19th every year, National Garlic Day celebrates the vegetable also known as the 'stinking rose'. The fragrant and potent root has been seasoning our food dishes for thousands of years! 🧄🧄 #GarlicDay #garlicbutterchicken

#nationalteaday Today is UK National Tea Day! So get the kettle on and enjoy a nice, refreshing cuppa!

People used to say 'receipt' rather than 'recipe'. Both words derive from the Latin 'recipere' meaning 'to receive', and it doesn't seem that much of a stretch when you consider that both words now mean a kind of written record.

Today is the start (23 - 30 April 2024) of Great British Beef Week (GBBW). This nationwide campaign is back for its 14th year! Uniting farmers, supermarkets, butchers, farm shops, pubs and restaurants, celebrating the versatility and exceptional taste of delicious British beef!

'Betain' is a substance isolated from beetroot, it is responsible for the purple color of the root. This substance is used in food industry to improve color and taste of desserts, jams, ice-creams, jellies, tomato sauces and breakfast cereals.

#OTD in 1992, McDonald's opened its first restaurant in China, located in Shenzhen. This event marked a significant milestone in the globalization of fast food and had a profound impact on the the Chinese food industry and food culture. 麦当劳汉堡 🍔🍔

A 'Zythophile' is someone who loves beer and all things beer-related. You are probably a Zythophile if you talk your friends to death about what beers you've tried and use adjectives such as 'malty', 'hoppy', 'refreshing', or 'mouthfeel'! 🍺🍺

Tomatoes are 95% water, among the highest percentage in the fruit and vegetable world! 🍅🍅

Today is Saint Honoratus' Day. He is the Patron Saint of bakers, pastry chefs, confectioners and flour merchants. #bread #cake 🍞🥐🥖🫓

#OTD in 1887, the transition from cloth to paper napkins began, when the English company John Dickinson Stationary used paper napkins at a company party.

The Indian dessert Shrikhand (a flavoured yogurt) is typically offered to deities in Hindu rituals. The sweet and creamy texture represents auspiciousness and is a mainstay during the festivals of Janmashtami and Diwali. #Happy Krishna Janmashtami 😃 #today

#OTD in 2023, Australian James Webb won the Wing It On! Chicken Wing Eating Competition by eating 276 chicken wings in 12 minutes. #Chicken #wings

The American Hormel Foods Corporation started marketing Hormel Spiced Ham in the mid 1930s. As it didn't stand out from other brands Jay C. Hormel (born #OTD in 1892) asked his New Year's Eve party guests to help and a Kenneth Daigneau came up with the succinct name 'SPAM'! 🥩

Hrenovuha is a type of strong vodka, common in Ukraine and Russia. It has a bitter taste, being made from horseradish, often with different spices, such as pepper peas and garlic.

Happy #GazpachoSoupDay Celebrated every 25th November, enjoy - just don't ask for it to be heated! 😂 #RedDwarf35