How long does salt last? Can it go bad? What’s life without a pinch of salt? As we all know, salt is never absent in every home’s kitchen. Aside from being inexpensive, salt is a valuable element for survival. The sodium from […]
All the options available for something as basic as water would have been unthinkable a few decades ago: from tap water, to spring water, mineral water, etc. the supermarket shelves offer us a wide range of options. Among these, distilled water appears to be one […]
Which is your favourite summer fruit? Do you love taking plums fresh or dried? Plums are undoubtedly fruits to be envied for their numerous purposes. You can use them in pastry, making salads, smoothies, jam, sauces or eat them as plain fruits. They have an […]
Usually we buy ramen noodles for a couple of reasons. Number one, they’re very cheap (especially when bought in bulk) and number two, they last for ages and can sit in the pantry as a relatively shelf stable food waiting for those days we haven’t […]
Seeing as mustard is one of those ingredients that seems to take care of itself over long periods, you may be forgiven for keeping and using a jar of it way after its sell-by date. But, this does raise some questions. For example; is it […]
Brownies are pretty much to go-to and the ultimate baked treat. Whether you’ve baked them at home with the kids or bought them at a bakery, they always hit the spot. But what happens when you just have too much to get through? Will they […]
Anyone who enjoys cooking a wide variety of dishes is likely to have an overflowing pantry. Bottles and jars you needed for just one or two recipes languish at the back of the cupboard. Sesame oil is prevalent in Chinese and other Asian cuisine. […]
For the cheese lovers out there, brie is an integral part of any good cheeseboard. We love its soft texture, its creaminess, and its versatility. That being said, it is definitely true that some cheeses keep better than others. So, before you go out and […]
Cheese is arguably the best invention since the wheel; well, it actually came way before that. It is a craft that has been practiced and perfected over thousands of years to create a wide variety for you to choose from. However, with so many options […]
Margarine is a butter substitute with a long and noble history. Did you know that margarine was first invented to answer Napoleon’s call for a cheap butter substitute to feed his armies with? Whether you’re marching into battle, baking the perfect soft sponge or trying […]
Welcome to WellFed – my name is Markella Williams and Ι was born and raised in Canada. Ever since I was a little girl – I have always been fascinated with food. From the days of helping my mom bake in the kitchen to preparing large family meals for a crowd – something about pleasing people with food really excites me.
I really felt a need and desire to start sharing my ideas and communicating with the food community out there so I started wellfed.net. I really want to create an interesting place for readers to come and see lots of new ideas and interact with everyday people. I would like to invite blogs from all over the world about food to communicate with me and share stories and tips to create a fun environment for the readers. I look forward to hearing everyone’s feedback. Learn more
Ah yes, the first sip of an ice-cold beverage after a hard weeks’ work. Where would we be without it? Alcohol has throughout the course of human history played a centrifugal role in how we relate to one another, from forming the backdrop to philosophical […]
If BBQ flavors have your taste buds all tingled with excitement, then firing up that grill is a one-way street, whether it’s full-blown summer or winter. But, what are you to do when there’s no grill in sight or (worse) when you’re on a diet? […]
From sprouted and whole-wheat to gluten-free and multi-grain, bread has taken many forms these days. But, one thing that hasn’t changed about this everyday lunch staple is the fact that we (and probably millions of others) simply LOVE it. That’s why we’ve reserved a special […]
Wow! How good does summer feel? Well, besides the humidity here in WI, it is glorious. I have a hard time focusing (well, even more so!) in the summer because it feels like a weekend all. the. time. I wish it were so…but then, we […]
Sometimes we need to take a step back, and re-evaluate our progress, intentions or goals. Short term, long term…whatever. I am the type of person that likes habit…I like processes that stay (relatively) the same, and I don’t like chaos. I hate messes (but I […]
Summer, my friends, calls for ice cream. Of all sorts, shapes, sizes, methods of delivery. Shakes, malts, cones, sandwiches, cakes, dip cones. And the ultimate: the sundae. In my mind, the ice cream cake is a close second, but the sundae reigns supreme ’cause you […]
You know those moments when you realize that you have been thinking way too hard about something, and you stumble upon a solution? Yeah, that happened to me this week. Basically, I have been in the throws of trying to determine a suitable way to […]
Well, I say-I am a little late to this edamame hummus business…I did a quick search, and lo and behold…Trader Joe’s makes an edamame hummus that people rave about. I was at my local TJ’s a few days ago, and decided to grab it. I […]