Babatunde Olufemi

Babatunde is a food scientist and writer with a passion for learning and storytelling.

Making ice cream with liquid nitrogen

Cooking with Liquid Nitrogen: Benefits, Risks, and How to Use It Safely

A puff of smoke, a dramatic chill, and desserts that look like they were forged in a futuristic lab, that’s what cooking with liquid nitrogen looks like. Indeed, liquid nitrogen food preparation is a flagship activity of innovative cooking methods in molecular gastronomy.  However, unlike other molecular gastronomy methods, cryogenic food techniques involve temperatures below…

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Acidic or salty foods are more likely to absorb aluminum, especially when cooked at high temperatures or for long periods

Is Aluminum Foil in the Oven a Health Risk? What Experts Say About Cooking with Foil

Have you ever given thought to aluminium foil oven safety on the few occasions you’ve had to cook with it? From roasting to wrapping and tray lining, aluminum foil has a plethora of functions in the kitchen. However, many people still struggle to answer the question: “Is aluminum foil harmful?”    It’s going to be no-holds-barred…

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Skip single-use plastic decorations and choose reusable or natural items instead

Sustainable Halloween Treats: How to Enjoy the Spookiest Night Without Scaring the Planet

It is becoming necessary to make a case for sustainable Halloween treats, given the recurring trends during the annual celebration. Think of the pumpkin waste and candy wrappers that haunt the planet right after each Halloween celebration.  During family gatherings and get-togethers that serve as the highlight of the spooky season, food and packaging waste…

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