People are stocking their shelves in preparation for social distancing, trying to find new ways to enjoy cooking for you and your family is a new challenge. Take the time to use this guide to find some exciting ways to spice up your kitchen and enjoy tasty treats to help pass the time.
Add International Flavors
When you make your next trip to the grocery store, don’t forget to check out the international food aisle. Make sure to find a store with good international food distributors, to open up some exciting food options. When going through the aisle, check out for unique items like currywurst sauce or sweets like Belgian chocolates. Use these to help create some exciting food options.
Try New Recipes
There is a surprising amount of ways to utilize the ingredients you have in your kitchen. Apps like Supercook help you find recipes to cook. All you need to do is enter the ingredients and recipe options will pop up. Or, make cooking a game and try the MasterChef challenge with your family. Ask someone to choose a set number of ingredients and let your creativity take charge.
Learn Something New
If cooking is still new to you, then go online. Three-star Michelin-rated Massimo Bottura is offering free online classes for a #KitchenQuarantine series. If you want to start on a more basic front, schools like the Milk Street Online school are making their courses free for a limited time. Be sure to check out the videos beforehand so you know what items to buy when you go to the store.
Take your time at home to learn new recipes and techniques in the kitchen. Stock up on exciting new ingredients, have a culinary adventure with new recipes you wouldn’t try before or learn new cooking methods. Make the most of this time at home.
