This one is near and dear to my heart… I’ve made non-traditional Cheesesteaks before. But this is a new one, even on me. An unlikely mashup, but it works… Philly Cheesesteak Pasta! Get ready for a totally new ‘casserole’ experience!Read More →
It’s a new realization of what an old, well-known side effect antibiotics can produce. And it came out of the recent focus on the importance of a healthy gut microbiome to our overall health and well being. The sugar can help breed superbugs!Read More →
It’s a little bit like a Waltz that turned into a Square Dance. The Junk Food universe is seeing an unprecedened blurring of the lines between different classes of beverages, of salty snacks, and different classes of ‘healthy’ noshes…Read More →
We’re celebrating culinary mashups this week! And the emphasis is on dishes that make sense. That is, we’re focusing on mashups that demonstrate what classic mashups should be. Like today’s Smash Burger Taco, which reflects two faces of the same ingredients…Read More →
It’s an old saying. But oh, so true! I believe the best and most genuine expressions of charity are those made directly from the giver to the recipient. Like a casserole to a neighbour in their time of need. And the concept is making a comeback…Read More →
No SIDES or EVENTS to report this week. But we’ve got a bounty of beverages, snazzy snacks, and sizzling seasonal MAINS… Gatorade goes Bananas with a new flavour… And don’t miss the Avengers: Doomsday movie premiere tie-ins all across the board!Read More →
It’s an abomination in so many ways – I gave up counting. This is the story of a ‘history channel’ that manufactured its content – writers, photos, videos and recipes – using AI. The Hungry Historian was more heresy than heritage…Read More →
I am always aware of the following ‘red flag’ issues when I go into a restaurant. But many diners who don’t have foodservice industry experience may not twig to them. I’ve chosen what I consider the most serious from a longer list…Read More →