FOOD HOLIDAY: Roll Your Own Sushi

June 18th is International Sushi Day, and that gives us an idea for a Father’s Day gift (as well as for lunch). If Dad likes sushi, how about a set of sushi knives for Father’s Day…and a copy of Sushi: The Beginner’s Guide? Sushi chefs use different knives, and some are quite specialized: Deba bocho,…
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TIP OF THE DAY: Homemade Infused Oils

You may see a proliferation of infused olive oils at the market. But you might want to infuse your own: When you don’t have the space to store multiple bottles of oil. When you don’t use infused oils often enough and the they go stale. When you’d prefer an infused oil other than olive oil.…
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FOOD FUN: Hot Dog Bites Pizza

Yes, the rumors are true! Pizza Hut has created the perfect combination for American taste buds: the Hot Dog Bites Pizza. You’ll be able to buy it beginning tomorrow, June 18th. Americans get a different version than the one unveiled in Canada and the U.K. There, a long, continuous hot dog wrapped in crust surrounded…
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TIP OF THE DAY: Bloody Mary Garnishes & A Bloody Mary Cart

Who can resist a BLT Bloody Mary, garnished with lettuce, tomato and a crisp bacon strip? This one is from Morton’s Grille.   If Dad’s drink is a Bloody Mary, try something exciting for Father’s Day. You can use different spirits and mixes, but the easiest way to wow everyone is with a Bloody Mary…
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PRODUCT: Annie B’s Caramels

Buy them in a bag or a gift box. Photo courtesy Annie B’s.   Annie B’s caramels aren’t the usual square or rectangular affairs. They’re shaped like the salt water taffy we enjoyed as a kid. The all natural caramels come in more flavors than most: Amaretto Caramels Black Licorice Caramels Black Raspberry Caramels Blueberry…
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