TIP OF THE DAY: Popcorn Salad Garnish

Le Coq Rico is a poultry-centric bistro in Manhattan that specializes in whole roast birds: chicken, duck, game hen and quails. But among such French classics, you can find some food fun; like this arugula-fig salad with parmesan cheese and a popcorn garnish! After we first had it at the restaurant, we started using popcorn…
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RECIPES: Watermelon Recipes For National Watermelon Month

When you bite into a piece of sweet, juicy watermelon, you’d be surprised to know that in its early days, thousands of years ago, it was bitter and unpleasant. The flesh was not red or yellow, but pale green, with even more seeds than the seediest watermelons of modern time. But they were cultivated for…
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FOOD FUN: Ice Cream Sundae With Olive Oil Or Whiskey

Here’s some food fun for National Ice Cream Month: Use olive oil or whiskey as the “sauce” on your sundae. It’s a sophisticated sundae that can also be made with sorbet. Use your finest olive oil. While some people will prefer the mildest oil, we also like fruity or peppery olive oil flavors. Prefer to…
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TIP OF THE DAY: No-Cook Tomato Sauce

Lush summer tomatoes invite a no-cook tomato sauce that delivers fresh tomato flavor. Use homegrown or farmers market tomatoes for the most vibrant taste. This no-cook sauce is also delicious on: Polenta Hot cereals like cream of wheat or rice and grits Breakfast eggs   It couldn’t be easier or faster to whip up. Thanks…
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