INTRODUCTION – THE MEDITERRANEAN CUISINE


Food plays an extremely significant role in our daily lives. Not only the luxury food is our want but the basic food is our necessity. Over the years people have innovated and created millions of dishes around the world. Previously, Emperor Shen Nung had accidentally discovered tea by just mixing the leaves in the water – now we have dedicated halal restaurants just for tea, where hundreds of different types of teas are sold. Since there are different countries and different array of people, the food that they consumed varies ranging from Chinese, French, Greek and also Mediterranean cuisines.

WHAT IS THE MEDITERRANEAN CUISINE?

Mediterranean cuisine though is relatively new, it encompasses a vast history and thus is becoming extremely popular all around the world. this cuisine doesn't just belong to one country, culture or ethnicity, on the contrary, it belongs to several different countries that are resided in the South of Europe; along the Mediterranean Sea.

This cuisine is a result of globalization, mixing of cultures and exchanging and introducing products from their region to the world, such as herbs, spices and most importantly olive oil. Now you could satisfy your taste buds and experience the zeal of the Mediterranean Cuisine in the nearest Mediterranean restaurant around you, anywhere in the world.

THE MEDITERRANEAN DIET

Mediterranean diet is one of the most popular diets in the world. It is recommended by several American health forums and is also recognized by the World Health Organisation. It has proven to be one of the healthiest diets as it not only supports weight loss but also makes the heart healthy and strengthens the nervous system. This diet decreases the chances of cardiovascular diseases and makes a person stronger internally. The Mediterranean diet focuses more on nature, such as the vegetables, essential oils and seafood. Though there might be variations the cores are still the same.

THE MEDITERRANEAN FOOD PYRAMID

The Mediterranean Pyramid was formed in 1993, it consists of all groups of food that have been categorized from most to least. The bottom-most band should be adopted the most and the uppermost band should be consumed the least of all. It starts with vegetables and fruits to seafood to poultry and at the end meat and sweets.

The core of the cuisine is centred around many of the same ingredients that have been adapted over the ages, further encompassing several variations. Today, it is considered to be one of the most delicious and healthiest cuisines in the world.

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