TIP OF THE DAY: Ancient Grains Are New Again

September is National Whole Grains Month, an occasion to revisit some oldies but goodies. Thanks to King Arthur Baking (formerly King Arthur Flour) for this primer on eight* ancient grains. “Ancient grains” is a marketing term used to describe a category of grains and pseudocereals, that are purported to have been minimally changed by selective…
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TOP PICK OF THE WEEK: Macarons & Cookies From Ron Ben-Israel Treats

Ron Ben-Israel is one of America’s most acclaimed designer of wedding and other special occasion cakes (see them at WeddingCakes.com). His superb cake art is sought after for the most elaborate events. He also makes small cakes for birthdays, anniversaries, and for fans who can’t go too long without having one of his cakes. But…
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FOOD FUN: Scrambled Egg Waffle Sandwich With Garlic-Infused Honey

September is National Honey Month, so we’ve been trying recipes that use honey in unusual ways. Here’s what we had for brunch today: scrambled eggs on a waffle with garlic-infused honey (photo #1). The garlic-infused honey was a big hit. The pungent, spicy flavor of garlic mellows and sweetens considerably with cooking (like oven-roasted garlic).…
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PRODUCT: Gluten Free Mac & Cheese From Pamela’s Products

[1] Mac and cheese with toppings of choice; here, broccoli florets, chopped scallions and diced tomatoes (photo © Amy’s Kitchen). [2] Feeling flush? Top your mac and cheese with lobster (photo © Blake’s). [3] One box, lots of gluten-free variations. Just add your toppings of choice, from broccoli or kale to chicken or seafood. Crab…
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PRODUCT: Health Warrior Superfoods Dragon Fruit Chia Bar

We get weekly pitches for food bars: energy bars, nutrition bars, general snack bars. We don’t pursue most of them; but when something interesting comes along, we try it. Health Warrior Superfoods Dragon Fruit Chia Bar is made from two trending foods.     WHAT IS DRAGON FRUIT? You may already be familiar with chia…
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