METRO — An old Italian proverb advises, “Age and glasses of wine should never be counted.” Wine can complete a meal or enhance a snack, and many people are devoted wine afficionados. Pairing wine with food is not necessarily complicated, but people may not know where to start. ...
While I’m not sure how or when it started, there is no denying that I have an extremely mean sweet tooth. It shows up all the time in the way I cook savory food — but it goes bananas when I get to dessert. None of this means that I need my sweets to be complicated. The desserts in my ...
FAMILY FEATURE — Most Americans are eating enough protein. They’re just eating it wrong. Protein is the macronutrient of the moment — for muscle building, losing weight and staying strong — but nutrition researchers say two things are missing from the conversation: timing and ...
Last weekend marked the start of camping season. A favorite summer activity, camping brings families, friends and strangers together under the stars around the campfire for fun and food. For the easiest, mess-free cooking simply pack the mountain pie irons and a dash of creativity. Pie ...
A pantry challenge gains traction as grocery prices remain high, offering households a simple way to cut spending quickly. By focusing on meals made from ingredients already at home, some families report savings of up to $400 in a single month. The concept is simple but effective: less shopping, more utilization of what is already available. As more people look for practical ways to stretch their budgets, this approach is becoming a go-to strategy. Cut grocery spending with a pantry challenge Rising food costs push more households to rethink how they shop and cook. According to ...
The classic margarita from my book “Freezer Door Cocktails” calls for four things — tequila, orange liqueur, sugar and lime. This variation, inspired by a cocktail at Bitter & Twisted in Phoenix, keeps the key flavors, but gets to the finish line a little differently. Italian ...
