Wash the watermelons and prick them in several places. Pack them tightly into a barrel. Through the spigot hole in the bottom, pour in the brine (50g of salt per 1 liter of water). Let them ferment at room temperature for up to 48 hours, then move them to a cool place. If desired, you can add 2-3g of cloves and 1g of cinnamon for every kilogram of watermelons.
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The Chinese perspective on the laws of fate and events embodies a harmony of energies that serves as a remedy for troubles and stress. Why is it important to “awaken the Dragon,” and how does proper spatial organization help us navigate extreme situations? April 8 marks Feng Shui Day, a Daoist practice centered on the symbolic arrangement of space.
What is Feng Shui?
The term for the teaching about the harmony between humans and the universe translates from Chinese as “wind and water.” At the c…

Ranked as the “silver medalist” for mineral content among all vegetables (with spinach taking the top spot), lettuce leads the way in calcium levels. Its exceptional vitamin and mineral profile, along with its low maintenance and decorative appeal, has made this leafy annual a favorite among gardeners, chefs, and nutritionists alike.
The History of Lettuce
The relationship between humans and leafy lettuce dates back 5,000 years. This connection began with the seeds: our ancestors learned to ext…

Potatoes should definitely be part of your diet due to their high content of choline, an essential nutrient for the body. In terms of choline, potatoes rank second only to important protein sources like meat and soy. When combined with fats, choline becomes a component of phospholipids, which are the building blocks of cell membranes. The neurotransmitter acetylcholine facilitates muscle contractions, regulates heart rhythm, and dilates blood vessels. Additionally, the resistant starch found in…

We’re heading to Grandma’s. Sasha and I are walking to the bus stop, dragging our bags along: I’ve got this huge, awkward one full of clothes, and my daughter’s carrying a tiny little bag with some snacks.
— Mom, can you believe how much we’re alike?
— How so?
— We both feel like donkeys…
Sasha is convinced that all villains dress better than everyone else on the planet. For example, she’s sure they always wear masks.
After Grandma had a tooth pulled the other day, Sasha started thinking a lot a…

Making candied fruits from summer’s bounty is not just a way to preserve vitamins for the winter; it’s also a fantastic option for decorating desserts. Strawberries, cranberries, cherries, or raspberries are best coated with a light frost, while grapes, apples, pears, peaches, bananas, lemons, oranges, or mandarins can be candied for storage. You’ll need a fine sieve or spoon, a brush, and toothpicks for this process. The ingredient quantities are based on one kilogram of fruit—feel free to adj…