I am quite sure, that in Australia we know the Tablespoon as 20ml, but in Europe, it is 15ml.  You must keep this in mind when using recipes where these differences matter - e.g. cakes, deserts, confectionary, etc..

Try out the new web site cookeryclub, i think they had conversions and lots of other stuff - I did'nt realize american cups are different from australian and canadian cups - whats with all the different sized cups in the world - i'm getting confused !!!

i write from italy and i think that jamie ia a great success!
greis

hi  c'è qualcuno che parla italiano..

Csalt, or any Staff,

I love cooking but never got too serious aboutthe art before. I was wondering if anyone could help me on a couple issues.

1st- is the a book, website, or other means which would be helpful in developing a better palate. I mena understanding pairings. Spices seems to be a challange for me. When it comes to sweet, salty savory, ect. that is also a challange. I always thought sweet was oppsite of sour, but I was told it is opposite of salty.

2nd-Are there any recomendations regarding some basics for a cooks kitchen.

Thanks for anyones help!!

Aaron
Canada