Spiciness is not a taste. Why? What are the five basic tastes perceived by our taste buds? A Japanese found the fifth taste. Who is he?

What does MSG stand for? How do we call it in Chinese? Why do people use it in cooking? What are the side effects?

Which herbs and spices are commonly used in Chinese cooking? How about Italian, Indian and Thai?

Ready-made sauces like ketchup and hoisin sauce are simply delicious. Why shouldn't we rely on them?