Wed, Nov 28th 2007, 00:00

Guarana is one of the most exceptional fruits from Brazil, revered for centuries by the local tribes for its magical and medicinal qualities.

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Thu, Nov 29th 2007, 00:00

Feijoada is without a doubt one of the national dishes of Brazil.

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Fri, Nov 30th 2007, 00:00

Churrasco is the Brazilian version of a barbeque meat feast: meat cooked on skewers on a burning wood or coal fire.

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Tue, Dec 4th 2007, 00:00

The French city of Marseille (originally Massalia) was founded by the Greeks in 600BC.

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Wed, Dec 5th 2007, 00:00

As the Romans continued to trade wine in Marseille, it was not long before the people around Marseille decided to establish their own vineyards.

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Tue, Dec 11th 2007, 00:00

Marseille is also famous as the home of a particularly hearty soupy seafood stew famed in french cuisine ... called bouillabaisse.

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Wed, Dec 12th 2007, 00:00

In France, the exact proportions of ingredients in bouillabaisse vary by cook and by region.

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Fri, Dec 14th 2007, 00:00

By contrast to the rich dishes in the other regions of France, the cuisine of Provence is light and fresh.

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Tue, Dec 18th 2007, 00:00

Many dishes make up the cosmopolitan mosaic of Marseille, and these reflect the melting pot of cultures that have docked at this French port.

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Wed, Dec 19th 2007, 00:00

The food from Provence in France is delightfully fresh and fun. We look at some of the firm favourites.

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Thu, Dec 20th 2007, 00:00

Long golden sticks of baguette are a symbol of France. Baguette, often just called French bread, is a perfect accompaniment to the French meal.

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Fri, Dec 21st 2007, 00:00

As the holiday season progresses, The Baysider Blog is taking a short break until the New Year.

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Wed, Jan 9th 2008, 00:00

Tel Aviv lies alongside the ancient city of Jaffa, which has functioned as a port since the Bronze Age.

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Thu, Jan 10th 2008, 00:00

Tel Aviv is a thriving vibrant Middle Eastern city.

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Fri, Jan 11th 2008, 00:00

Tel Aviv enjoys UNESCO World Heritage Status for its Bauhaus architecture.

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Mon, Jan 14th 2008, 00:00

Israel is a true melting pot and Israeli cuisine is a living history of the people who have settled these shores over the aeons.

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Wed, Jan 16th 2008, 00:00

Jewish dietary laws, or kashrut, have had a strong influence on traditional Israeli Cuisine.

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Thu, Jan 17th 2008, 00:00

In Israel, Ashkenazic Cuisine is the cooking traditions and favoured ingredients from Jews who once settled in eastern or western Europe.

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Fri, Jan 18th 2008, 00:00

Sephardic Cuisine of Israel has its roots in the Middle East.

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Tue, Jan 22nd 2008, 00:00

Dumplings and Latkes are a favourite in Israel.

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