Food Guides

The Romans had it right with their decadent food preferences (well, maybe not with the vomitorium bit...): gourmet treasures are truly a wonderful part of life.  But while binge eating alone might be gratifying in its own right, it's so much nicer to enjoy food with friends at a lovely dinner.  The next time you're planning a get-together or heading out for a night on the town in a swanky restaurant, check out our guides and read up to make sure you're not missing out.

Chocolate We can thank the Mayans for the cultivation of the cacao bean, but the Industrial Revolution turned it into the tasty treat we know today.  Milk,  dark,  white,  praline,  truffles  - there is a whole world to be explored!	Luxury Items Even if we can't all afford to eat foie gras  and caviar at every meal, you must certainly deserve to treat yourself.  How about splurging on some pâté  or prosciutto  the next time you're shopping online?  You'll thank us for suggesting it.	Seasonings There's a reason explorers traveled around the world in search of better routes for the spice  trade.  Few things jazz up a meal so well as olive oils, sea salt,  sauces  and vinegars - just make sure you have some food with your seasonings!	Cheese To Brie  or not to Brie, that is the question.  Are you ready for something that tastes so wonderfully Gouda  that it will give you Chèvres?   Check out our helpful guide to find your new favorites and Edam  up - you'll be Cheddar  off, Feta  compli!	Meats  Chicken  is perfectly well and good, but steak  and lamb  are even better.  What about some pheasant  or pork  while you're at it?  Not a meat-eater? check out our vegetarian options.