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Survey: Half Of All Americans Have Trouble Affording Food!

2026-04-22
By: Maggie
On: April 22, 2026
In: Food News, Foodie Life Lessons

A new survey reveals that one of every two Americans is struggling to afford enough food for their family. And the situation is getting worse. Over half say they’re paying more for food now than they were last year… Four out of five are shopping differently…Read More →

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José Andrés Shares His Three Fave ‘Exotic’ Spices

2026-04-22
By: Maggie
On: April 22, 2026
In: Comfort Food, Food Tips

The celebrities are in a sharing mood this week, passing on to us their gems of culinary largesse. First, we broadcast Emeril Lagasse’s personal Cajun Spice Blend recipe. Today, we spill the beans on the ‘obscure’ spices Chef José Andrés always has on hand…Read More →

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You’ll Simply Adore Aloo Chaat: Indian ‘Hash Browns’!

2026-04-22
By: Maggie
On: April 22, 2026
In: Comfort Food, Food Tips

A chance encounter with an Asian potato recipe triggered the notion to embark upon a series of sorts, spotlighting classic internat-ional dishes that could well have been the inspiration for recipes we cherish today. Behold Aloo Chaat: ‘Indian Hashbrowns’!Read More →

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Gatorade Gets Major Update To Fight Competition

2026-04-21
By: Maggie
On: April 21, 2026
In: Comfort Food, Food News

Gatorade was the brain child of University scientists who wanted to create the perfect re-hydrating drink for their school’s football team. But it’s been copied and challenged by dozens of other brands over the years. And now, the Gator says it’s time for a revamp!Read More →

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Emeril Lagasse Shares His Cajun Seasoning Blend

2026-04-21
By: Maggie
On: April 21, 2026
In: Comfort Food, Food Tips

I’ve been asking myself, in idle moments, “What ever became Emeril Lagassé?” Turns out he’s still going strong – just moved to networks I don’t get on my TV. And he’s re-cently shared his personal Cajun seasoning blend. But you’ll have to work for it!Read More →

The Prototype? Käsespätzle – German ‘Mac & Cheese’

2026-04-21
By: Maggie
On: April 21, 2026
In: Comfort Food, Food Tips

Here’s another traditional dish ‘from away’ that could well be the ancestor of one we all know and love today. It’s Käsespätzle – which looks like Fettuccine Alfredo. However, by its ingredient list, it’s clearly something else: Behold German Mac and Cheese!Read More →

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US Forces Families Furious Over Carrier Food Fail

2026-04-20
By: Maggie
On: April 20, 2026
In: Food News, Foodie Life Lessons

It’s been a long deployment for US Navy ships and crews currently ‘supervising’ the Straits of Hormuz. And food supplies are running low onboard. It’s gotten so bad that US Navy crew members’ families have started a protest against what some call ‘pathetic’ meals…Read More →

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Counterfeit, Diluted Quebec Maple Syrup Story: Chapter 2…

2026-04-20
By: Maggie
On: April 20, 2026
In: Comfort Food, Food News, Food Tips

There are still more slimy details surfacing in the Quebec Maple Syrup Scandal. Now, there’s even more evidence that Steve Bourdeau was playing with legal and regulatory fire. Some cans of his syrup sold outside Quebec bear labels concealing their true origin!Read More →

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