Can these foods help fight the common cold?

October 21, 2026

METRO — When a person gets a cold, he or she may read or hear about all sorts of potential remedies. Indeed, everyone seems to have their own unique take on how to combat the common cold, and food is often a component of those remedies. But are certain foods really more helpful than others when treating the common cold? The dynamic between food and the common cold is complex. Certain foods may offer temporary relief to people battling a particularly tough cold. But those foods should not be mistaken as a cure. Recognition of which foods might help combat the common cold and what’s ...

Keeping the love of food with Type 2 Diabetes

October 21, 2026

FEATURE IMPACT — Living with Type 2 diabetes often means making adjustments to your daily routine, especially when it comes to food. Whether you’re living with the condition or supporting someone who is, it can influence everything from meal planning to dinners out and everyday activities. Although adjusting to life with diabetes may take time, you don’t have to give up your favorite foods and flavors. In fact, it can be an opportunity to discover meals that support your health goals while still enjoying the foods you love. That’s what professional chef and TV show host Kardea ...

Barcelona ‘grandmas’ dish out cooking wisdom. And find nourishment themselves

October 21, 2026

BARCELONA, Spain — Once the potatoes are cooked and the eggs half set, Sonia Castel places a plate over the saute pan and instructs one of her students to grab the handle. Castel, 63, thrums on the counter for a drumroll as Mason Kauffman, one of a group of American exchange students in ...

How to cook winter squash

October 14, 2026

I’ll admit I never knew that much about squash except that they looked interesting with all their shapes and sizes. Then as I developed my cooking skills and broadened my culinary (and dietary) horizons, squash has become a familiar ingredient. The sweet nutty flavor of squash makes delicious soups, sides, casseroles and baked goods. Common squash varieties include the familiar pumpkin, acorn, hubbard, turban and butternut, but others are available. They can be roasted, boiled, steamed, mashed or pureed for use in cooking. Here are a few tips on how to prepare squash for your ...

Bryan Ford’s cozy bread pudding recipe turns day-old bread into a rum-topped dessert

October 14, 2026

Many cultures have their own versions of bread pudding, created as a way to eliminate the waste of old bread. This version is from my cookbook, “Pan y Dulce.” “Old bread” does not necessarily mean that it has gone bad or is moldy. I’m simply referring to bread that is a day or two ...

Build a winning game-day spread with big flavor and less mess

October 14, 2026

FEATURE IMPACT — Game day is about more than the big plays, touchdown-saving tackles and final score. Whether you’re gathering in the stadium parking lot or hosting friends for an at-home watch party, a memorable experience begins long before kickoff. Start your pregame festivities with an MVP-worthy spread that’s simple to serve, easy to eat and keeps fans full through the final whistle. For example, the flavor of Buffalo is a game-day staple, but wings aren’t the only way to enjoy it. For less mess, Buffalo Chicken Caesar and Celery Wraps pair convenience with the cool ...