Cassie Marshall

Cassie brings decades of experience to the Kitchen Community. She is a noted chef and avid gardener. Her new book "Healthy Eating Through the Garden" will be released shortly. When not writing or speaking about food and gardens Cassie can be found puttering around farmer's markets and greenhouses looking for the next great idea.

Cassie M Marshall

What Is Tripe?

Tripe might be one of those dishes that, in theory, doesn’t sound very good. Maybe you haven’t even had the opportunity to taste this dish, as it’s not popularized in the US. We think it’s a shame because tripe dishes can take you on some pretty unexpected culinary journeys. After all, tripe comes from a […]

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What Is Mochi?

The world has gone crazy for mochi. This inconspicuous Japanese dessert has been the talk of the town for quite some time now. But if you’re still unfamiliar with mochi, you may be a bit confused about what is happening. What is in mochi that has made the entire culinary world lose its mind over

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What Are Chitlins?

If you love and enjoy eating meat, would you be able to eat those parts of the animal that most people would typically throw away or regard as inedible or unpalatable? Perhaps you would or perhaps not. The fact is, for many people, the thought of eating certain parts of an animal is pretty unappetizing.

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What Is Mutton?

Put simply, mutton is the meat of a mature domestic sheep. But surprisingly, that may not always be the case. For instance, the Caribbean and South African chefs use “mutton” to define goat meat.  In most places, however, mutton refers to mature sheep meat. This type of meat is extremely popular in the Middle East,

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What Is Masago?

Masago is a type of fish in the smelt family and a popular ingredient in Japanese cuisine. The term “masago” is a Japanese word for capelin roe, which is small, edible eggs of fish found in cold-watered oceans – North Atlantic, North Pacific, and the Arctic Ocean. One of the significant features of Masago is

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What Is Hummus?

Hummus has gained considerable popularity over the last few decades, mainly due to the fact that it’s delicious, easy to make, and vegan. It’s a fantastic addition to different foods, but it can also be the main hero of your meal, depending on what kind of mood you’re in. There are many reasons to love

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What’s the Difference Between Longaniza and Chorizo?

Longaniza Vs Chorizo What’s the difference

If you’ve ever been to Spain, or you’ve tried some tapas when out and about, you will have likely gotten a taste of either longaniza, chorizo, or both! Of the two, chorizo has the most fascinating history. A staple in Mexican cuisine, Chorizo dates back to the 1500s when the Spanish conquested the Aztec empire.

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