SUPER BOWL: “Hail Berry” Punch

Whip up a pitcher of punch. Photo courtesy Belvedere Vodka.   If you want to mix Super Bowl cocktails by the pitcherful—making it easier to refill glasses—here’s a tasty seasonal punch recipe from Belvedere Vodka. For this occasion, it’s been renamed: BELVEDERE “HAIL BERRY” PUNCH Ingredients 10 ounces vodka 15 ounces cranberry juice 2.5 ounces…
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VALENTINE GIFT: Sugar-Free Chocolate Hearts

If your Valentine loves chocolate but is on a sugar-restricted diet, the Choclatique artisans have the solution: Their Sweet Deceit 100% Sugar-Free Chocolate in heart shapes are certain to make someone happy. The assortment includes solids and truffles (chocolate ganache centers). The chocolates are also gluten- and nut-free and al-natural (no preservatives or artificial flavors).…
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RECIPE: For Valentine’s Day, A Cherry Pomegranate Mojito

A ruby red Mojito for Valentine’s Day. Photo courtesy Benihana.   We’re starting our Valentine’s Day countdown with a twist on the classic Mojito, in ruby red. The recipe was developed by Benihana as part of its February “romantic cocktail” menu. CHERRY POMEGRANATE MOJITO RECIPE Ingredients For One Drink 4 lime wedges 8 mint leaves…
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SUPER BOWL & BEYOND: Lentil Chips & Hummus Chips

Hummus chips and lentil chips are each available in three flavors. Photo by Elvira Kalviste | THE NIBBLE.   How many different ways do you enjoy hummus? As a dip, of course; but also as a bread spread, on sandwiches, on a mezze plate, as a dip, as a canapé (as filled cherry tomatoes or…
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TIP OF THE DAY: Try Different Focaccia Toppings

Focaccia (foe-KAH-cha) is a thick Italian snack bread that is served with meals, used as a base for pizza and as sandwich bread. Basic focaccia is simple, sprinkled with salt; it can be topped with fresh herbs and ingredients as elaborate as any pizza. Popular toppings include sautéed onions and mushrooms, diced tomatoes, prosciutto and…
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