Luong Tan

Luong Tan, the creative and passionate founder of Bourbono, is a multi-talented individual with a deep love for the culinary arts. An accomplished food blogger, cookbook author, and former Ambassador of US cuisine in Vietnam (2015-2016), Luong has been on a mission to share his appreciation for food with the world.
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What To Eat For Breakfast After Wisdom Tooth Extraction? – Guide

What To Eat For Breakfast After Wisdom Tooth Extraction? – Guide

One of the most common questions people have after wisdom tooth extraction is what they can eat for breakfast without risking damage to the extraction site. In this article, we will explore the types of foods that are safe and nourishing for your body as you recover from this dental procedure. Understanding Wisdom Tooth Extraction and Dietary Restrictions After having a wisdom tooth extracted, it's important to follow dietary restrictions to promote healing and prevent complications. For the first few days after the extraction, it's recommended to stick to a soft-food diet and avoid hot, spicy, crunchy, or hard foods…
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How Much Does Cabbage Shrink When Cooked? – Guide

How Much Does Cabbage Shrink When Cooked? – Guide

Cabbage is a versatile vegetable that can be enjoyed cooked or raw. Many recipes call for cooked cabbage, but have you ever wondered how much it shrinks during the cooking process? Understanding how much cabbage shrinks when cooked can help you better plan for meal prep and portion sizes. In this article, we will explore how cabbage cooks and how much it shrinks when cooked. We will also provide some tips for cooking cabbage and incorporating it into your meals. Understanding Cabbage Cooking and Shrinkage When cabbage is cooked, it goes through various changes that affect its texture, flavor, and…
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Master the Art of French Cooking: A Step-by-Step Guide to Making Paté de Campagne

Master the Art of French Cooking: A Step-by-Step Guide to Making Paté de Campagne

French cuisine has a reputation for being refined and elegant. But there is also a rustic side to French cooking, and one of the best examples is the classic Paté de Campagne.Saucisson sec is a delicious addition to this classic French country-style paté, also known as Paté de Campagne. This dish is made with a flavorful blend of pork, liver, and herbs and spices, and incorporating saucisson sec adds an extra layer of depth and richness to the flavor profile. In this step-by-step guide, we'll take you through the process of making Paté de Campagne, including the use of saucisson…
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Can You Eat the Cob of Corn?

Can You Eat the Cob of Corn?

Many people across different cultures love corn on the cob. It is one of the top 10 most eaten foods on the fourth of July which is America’s Independence Day. Although they can be eaten raw, ears of corn are usually prepared or cooked by steaming or boiling, roasting, grilling, or frying. According to Wikipedia, the term “corn on the cob” is the culinary term used to refer to a cooked ear of freshly picked maize from a cultivar of sweet corn, sweet corn being the most common variety of maize eaten directly off the cob.  For corn lovers like me,…
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Is Tuna Red Meat or White Meat?

Is Tuna Red Meat or White Meat?

One of the most confusing meat terminologies is ‘red and white meat’. Asides from knowing why or how meat can be classified with colors, many people are unable to easily differentiate between red meat and white meat. Some others remain confused about how a fish can be classified as meat at all. How can one decipher which fish is red meat and which is white? For example, is tuna red meat or white meat? Here are some interesting answers to these questions along with other important information about eating tuna and some other fishes. Is Tuna Red Meat or White…
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How Long After Getting Braces Can You Eat Solid Food?

How Long After Getting Braces Can You Eat Solid Food?

Getting braces cannot be termed a fun experience, especially if you are getting them for the first time. Although they offer an exciting step towards that beautiful smile you desire, adjusting to the presence of braces in your mouth and figuring out how to eat, speak, and even perform your oral care routine can be daunting. One of the most common questions people ask when preparing to get braces or immediately after getting them is, “how long after getting braces can you eat solid food?” Eating, especially during the first 1-2 weeks after getting braces, is arguably the most challenging…
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Is Publix Sushi Good? How Do They Compare to Winn Dixie?

Is Publix Sushi Good? How Do They Compare to Winn Dixie?

If you need to enjoy some sushi but are on a budget, Publix and Winn Dixie are the best bet. Let's see how much value you can get for your money from these two brands. We'll also be giving you some insight into where to get some good sushi and other foods at these stores. Let's dive in! Is Publix Sushi good? Yes, we say Publix sushi is good, so delicious. It can cost quite a lot to get a full sushi meal at a restaurant, but Publix sushi offers fantastic sushi at an affordable price. We're ordinarily skeptical about…
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Can You Microwave Ramen in a Styrofoam Cup?

Can You Microwave Ramen in a Styrofoam Cup?

Despite being an easy-to-prepare meal, a frequently asked question is if ramen noodles can be microwaved in a Styrofoam cup. It is no surprise that people commonly feel the need to microwave ramen in Styrofoam containers. It is easy to think that Styrofoam containers are safe for the microwave because common knowledge about microwave safety is that you should avoid microwaving food in plastic containers. Also, it may seem quite convenient to just, you know, microwave the ramen in its original container rather than run a quick Google search to see if the Styrofoam container works well with a microwave.…
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Is Shrimp Poop Safe to Eat?

Is Shrimp Poop Safe to Eat?

Shrimps are highly nutritious and delicious crustaceans. They are versatile and can go well with different dishes. Shrimp preparation (before cooking) usually involves the preliminary actions of cleaning and peeling the shrimps. A common process in shrimps cleaning is deveining, which is the removal of the digestive tract (containing the poop) of the shrimp. However, most people feel that shrimp peeling and deveining (removal of the poop) prolongs their time in the kitchen unnecessarily. Some people outrightly see it as an annoying, time-consuming chore that may not even be necessary. Their desire to skip the deveining process lead to the…
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10 Best Substitutes for Sherry in French Onion Soup – A List

10 Best Substitutes for Sherry in French Onion Soup – A List

If you have ever ordered French onion soup at a restaurant, you’d probably have appreciated the taste and how delicious it is, and is no surprise that you might want to try it out at home. One of the key ingredients in many French onion soup recipes is sherry. You may have run out of sherry, perhaps you are having a hard time sourcing it, or you just want to make a soup without any alcohol. This does not mean you can’t have French onion soup. In this article, we will be sharing our ten best substitutes for sherry in…
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Can You Eat a Buckeye Nut? Benefits of using buckeye nut

Can You Eat a Buckeye Nut? Benefits of using buckeye nut

Can you eat a buckeye nut? Yes, one can consume the buckeye nuts. However, they can be extremely toxic if not cooked properly. It is crucial to cook the buckeye nuts without shells to avoid toxicity. If you are interested in gaining detailed information on what happens when you consume the buckeye nuts and other such details, then you are at the right place. The post below will highlight a few of the benefits of using buckeye nuts. But, bore that let us understand if the buckeye nuts are edible. So, keep on reading the post further for all the…
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Do Rice Cakes Go Bad? Who Shouldn’t Eat Rice Cakes?

Do Rice Cakes Go Bad? Who Shouldn’t Eat Rice Cakes?

Rice Cakes are a healthy alternative to many other snacks. Rice cakes can be found in many grocery stores, or they can even make their own Rice Cake with Rice Cereal and Rice Flour. Rice Cakes have been around since the 1920s because rice was cheaper than wheat flour. Rice is a good ingredient for this snack because it does not contain gluten, which causes a celiac disease that leads to inflammation in the small intestine and malnutrition. What are Rice Cakes? Rice Cakes Rice cakes are a simple, gluten-free snack that can be made at home with just a…
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