Sticky Toffee Pudding

I've always been amused by the way a word can mean one thing in the US and something completely different in the UK. For example, if you go to a restaurant in England and order "chips", expect to get a side of what we call "french fries". If you were looking for what we call …

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The Myths and Legends of Tea and Caffeine

One of the benefits of tea drinking, at least for many of us, is that tea contains caffeine. When consumed in moderation, caffeine is considered to be a safe way to get a quick boost. Of course, for those who are sensitive to this substance, caffeine’s presence in tea might not be so welcome. What …

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