Do you live to eat or eat to live? The answer probably depends on where you are on Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs.

Whether we enjoy our food or not, eating serves an essential purpose. But even if you're no foodie, instead of merely masticating to keep the digestive juices busy, why not jazz up your grub a little for added gratification and pleasure?

Maybe this list of useful to-knows can enhance your gastronomic experience:

• Place a miniature marshmallow in the bottom of an ice cream cone to help prevent drips (and add a surprise)!



• For a refreshing twist and added oomph, stir one or two teaspoons of mint jelly into iced.
  



• Enhance the flavours of nuts by toasting them before using them in your cooking.



• Sprinkle a little flour on potatoes before frying to make them crispier.



• Instead of throwing them away, fry leftovers (herbs, chopped vegetables, ham, or sausages) into an omelette for a delightful treat.



• Almonds have a unique flavour that gives food extra punch. They can convert basic cooked rice into a tasty pilaf, for instance.