The Cork & Fork Blog
Jan 16, 2021
The Story of The Original Farah
I would like to start this new year, which brings exciting changes for Rachel Farah Selections, by sharing the story of the original Farah. My grandmother Farah was born in 1910 in Hong Kong to the Nissim family, Iraqi/Indian Jewish traders whose lineage has its roots in the Sephardic Jewish diaspora from Portugal and the Iberian peninsula in the late 1400s. The Nissims traveled to China on a trade route with extended stays in Bombay and Burma...
Nov 7, 2020
The History of the Canned Sardine in Portugal!
Canned sardines or conservas are a quintessential Portuguese treat enjoyed in restaurants, at kitchen tables and seaside picnics across Portugal and the globe. This delicious and nutritious Portuguese delicacy finds its origins in the Iron Age when the Phoenicians and Greeks caught wild sardines off the coast of Portugal and preserved them in containers filled with salt.
Feb 11, 2020
7 Easy Tips for Pairing Food and Wine
Since the 1980s, food engineers, molecular chefs, sommeliers, and trend-obsessed foodies have dove deep into exploring endless combinations of tastes, aromas and textures. This gastronomic revolution continues to change making wine and food pairing seem daunting.
Jan 28, 2020
Portuguese Petisco Recipes For Super Bowl Sunday
Anyone who has been to Portugal has indulged in the classic treat - petiscos - small plates enjoyed together with friends. Petiscos are a delicious snack or meal AND they are the perfect Super Bowl finger food!
Jan 1, 2020
Portuguese Inspired Desserts and Port Pairings!
At Farah Trading Co we believe that wines are best enjoyed with the foods, friends and stories that make travel so w...
Nov 18, 2019
Portuguese Inspired Thanksgiving Recipes - And Wine Pairings!
A day dedicated to food, drink, family and friends - that's my kind of festa! Below you will find an assortme...
