Does Ethiopian Food Have Peanuts?

I love Ethiopian food. It reminds me of the flavors of Indian food, but lighter and healthier. But I’m not as familiar with it as I wish I was, so I was curious, does Ethiopian food have peanuts? No. Most Ethiopian food does not have peanuts, sometimes called groundnuts. However, there are a few dishes … Read more

Are Ninja Blenders Loud? (and how to quiet them)

A blender is a great small kitchen appliance, and the Ninja blenders are top-rated. But as powerful as Ninja blenders are, are Ninja blenders loud? Yes, Ninja blenders are very loud at approximately 69-88 decibels depending on which model you buy. But the volume is dependent on what you are blending as ice or frozen … Read more

Are Fire-King Dishes Oven Safe? (Yes, but only if you . . . )

If you’re fond of vintage dishware or collectible dishes, you’ve probably heard of the Fire-King dishware brand of Anchor Hocking. They are durable and sought-after, but many new owners wonder are Fire-King dishes oven-safe? Yes, Fire-King products are oven-safe. Vintage Fire-King, made from low-expansion borosilicate glass, is oven-proof, often labeled “heat-proof”. The current line of … Read more

Does Mexican Food Have Peanuts? (No, but watch out for . . . )

It can be frustrating to find food to eat if you or a family or friend has a peanut allergy. Peanuts are surprisingly everywhere and can be hard to avoid. But what about Mexican cuisine? Does Mexican food have Peanuts? Does Mexican food have Peanuts? Generally speaking, no. Most Mexican food doesn’t contain peanuts, except … Read more