Archive for the ‘Food’ Category

In this picture taken on Wednesday, Feb. 1, 2012, man picks grapes of Pinot Noir from a vineyard near the village of Stosikovice na Louce, Czech Republic. Following an unusually warm winter Czech wine makers finally got the deep chill needed to reap grapes for Ice Wine. (AP Photo/Petr David Josek)

Ice Wine: Arctic Wave Saves Czech Ice Wine Production

STOSIKOVICE NA LOUCE, Czech Republic (AP) — In a vineyard in Moravia, the Arctic chill striking Europe at least has some people jumping with joy….



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This Jan. 24, 2012 photo shows farro and mushroom stuffed acorn squash in Concord, N.H.  This one-dish meal is rich in savory flavors thanks to a blend of meat, mushrooms and cheese.    (AP Photo/Matthew Mead)

Farro Squash: Fiber Is Key To A Healthy, Delicious Winter Dinner

The key to ensuring that dinner is both substantial and healthy? Fiber. Adding plenty of whole grains and vegetables not only provides piles of nutrients,…



This undated photo courtesy of Island Creek Oyster Bar  shows a platter of oysters at Island Creek Oyster Bar in Boston.  Raw oysters may be getting most of the attention, but the bivalves also are plenty popular cooked.     (AP Photo/Island Creek Oyster Bar)

Trend: Chefs Say Oysters Are In Raw Demand

The satirist Jonathan Swift said it took a “bold man” to eat an oyster, that opalescent, slippery snack. Roughly 300 years later, we seem to…



Taco Bell Breakfast: Taco Bell Joins Breakfast Arena

Taco Bell is now joining in the battle for hungry commuters looking to grab some breakfast on the road. The fast food restaurant introduced its…



his Jan. 17, 2012 photo shows milk chocolate mango mousse in Concord, N.H.  Valentine’s Day practically screams for a chocolate dessert. And this mousse is an easy way to incorporate chocolate without being overly indulgent.   (AP Photo/Matthew Mead)

An Easy, Do-Ahead Mousse Your Love Will Love

Valentine’s Day practically screams for a chocolate dessert. And this mousse is an easy way to incorporate chocolate without being overly indulgent. Because this is…