Now that I have your attention… I just want to pass along some observations about Valentine’s Day and all it entails – along with some suggestions for navigating those potentially precarious waters without making your sweetie see red (except in a nice way, I mean!) Guys, especially, listen up…Read More →
I’ve been sitting on this post topic for a while, trying to find the words to adequately express my amazement and disgust with the prices stadium concessionaires charged Super Bowl 50 attendees for a few common (and some not so common) food items. I think I have a handle on it, now…Read More →
I’m sure you’ve seen the recent headlines about how ‘unhealthy’ the new ‘healthy’ McDonald’s Kale Salad menu item really is. I won’t bore you with details here – just enough facts and figures to make a point. And the point is, any ‘healthy’ dish can be rendered ‘unhealthy’ simply by adding stuff…Read More →
Now that I have your attention, I’d like to address a few topical issues… First: The weather forecast for the coming months. Second: The amazing influx of (playful?) requests for Groundhog recipes I’ve received from family and friends over the past few days. Third: My stand on Roadkill, in general…Read More →
Some time ago, we presented an exposé about corruption in the Italian Olive Oil industry. At that time, it seemed that only the legitimate Italian Olive Oil producers were eager to stem the flow of bogus oil to protect the prestige of their brand. Now, they’re getting some help from their government…Read More →
The price of Cocoa – principle ingredient in Chocolate – has soared in the past year, due to shortages caused by a crop blight in Central America, where most of our Cocoa is grown. Now, confectionery makers are resorting to dirty tricks to get you to keep buying ‘Chocolate’ bars and candies…Read More →
Here’s a story I never, in a million years, thought I’d be posting… But there appears to be real, solid scientific evidence that frying is healthier for you than boiling – at least when it comes to some foods fried in some oils. Hint: You’re especially in luck if you like Asian and Mediterranean food!Read More →
I recently posted a perspective piece on the impact of persistent bad weather on the supply (and cost) of fresh veggies from warmer climes. That piece focused on the infamous “$8 Cauliflower” headlines a couple of weeks back. Now, the shock wave has hit the restaurants…Read More →