PASSOVER: Gluten-Free Matzo

Millions of Jews will celebrate a week of Passover beginning Friday, April 6th. The holiday commemorates the biblical story of the Exodus, in which the ancient Israelites were freed from slavery in Egypt, after God inflicted the ten plagues upon the Egyptians. As the story goes, the Jews had to leave Egypt immediately. They gathered…
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TIP OF THE DAY: Potato Croquettes Turn Ordinary Potatoes Into Treasure-Filled Treats

Stuffed potato croquettes. Photo by AJA Photo | IST.   Last night, Chef Johnny Gnall made potato croquettes for dinner. He liked them so much, he made them a Tip Of The Day. His report follows. If you have questions or suggestions for tips, email Chef Johnny. Potatoes are a food known for their versatility,…
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FOOD HOLIDAY: World Whisky Day, March 27th

Enjoy a glass of Scotch: It’s World Whisky Day. Photo courtesy Chivas Regal.   People across the world will raise a dram to Scotland’s national drink on March 27th, thanks to the efforts of a University of Aberdeen Student. Blair Bowman, 21, has established the first ever World Whisky Day. Unlike other drinks such as…
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TOP PICK OF THE WEEK: My Dad’s Gluten-Free Cookies

Can’t have gluten? Or, like a growing number of Americans, are you choosing to avoid it? You can still enjoy bakery-style cookies, thanks to My Dad’s gluten-free cookie line. A broad selection of tasty cookies awaits—cookies so well crafted that most people will never know they’re gluten-free. We couldn’t tell when we first tasted the…
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TIP OF THE DAY: Fun With Pearl Couscous ~ Israeli Couscous

Make a pearl/Israeli couscous salad instead of rice salad. It pairs well with just about any other ingredients. Photo by Travelling Light | IST.   Chef Johnny Gnall has been experimenting with pearl couscous sent from Bob’s Red Mill, with delicious results. His report follows. If you have questions or suggestions for tips, email Chef…
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