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Bastille Day with French Flavors

Bastille Day is an important day for the French and French lovers. This event celebrates their Independence and along with that various activities are line with the celebration. The French has influenced many things in the world today. We all know the wines that have been produced from its regions, but if there something that […]

Harvard Doctor Wants Obese Kids To Be Wards of the State

Dr. David Ludwig, an obesity specialist at Harvard-affiliated Children’s Hospital Boston, and his colleague Lindsey Murtagh, a lawyer and a researcher at Harvard’s School of Public Health, argued in Journal of the American Medical Association, that extremely obese children should become wards of the state. Yes, that’s right, wards of the state, a concept rooted […]

Organic Wine: Spoof Or Proof

The word “organic“has not just invaded the food industry but also reached the levels of worldwide alcohol consumption. More and more wine lovers have been looking for organic wines from their favorite wine shops, something that caught the attention of wineries, big or small in today’s market. Organic wines are basically made from naturally produced […]

The Menu To Celebrate Harlem Week (part 2)

Part 1 Soul food is attributed to the African-Americans in Harlem who have introduced the menu for the soul – food and music embedded in their menu. The restaurants may be dominated by African-Americans, but it doesn’t necessarily mean that there are no other flavors that are dominant in the area. Here is the second […]

Foods and Alzheimer’s On The Plane

Alzheimer’s scares me a lot because I would never want to miss out on wonderful memories as I grow older. When I was a kid, I often hear the phrases, “eat this vegetable because this helps you maintain a good eyesight”or “eat this fruit because it’s good for the skin,”and others. We all grew up […]

French Fries Day For The Love Of It

French fries, the potatoes’ offspring, has been one of the surest hit snacks that we’ve ever known. To give justice to this fave food, there is a reason to celebrate on July 13, designated as the National French Fries Day, a foodie holiday. Pay your favorite foods shops a visit or make your own French […]

American Dietetic Association Sells Out to Corporate Junk Food Lords

Welcome to the latest sellout to corporate food sociopaths, starring the American Dietetic Association, and Harvard’s Dr. Ronald Kleinman. Kleinman will explore the so-called prevalent misconceptions about the safety of fluoride, sugar, artificial colors and non-nutritive sweeteners, on behalf of the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR), the credentialing arm of the American Dietetic Association (ADA). […]

Yum! Brands (KFC, Taco Bell) Lobbies For Food Stamp Acceptance

A few months back, The Courier Journal in Louisville reported that Yum! Brands, Inc. — KFC, Pizza Hut and Taco Bell — approached the Kentucky state government to allow the use of Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT food stamps) cards in its restaurants. Louisville based Yum! Brands’ lobbying effort sparked protests from the Community Farm Alliance […]

Wines Of Chile: Southern Regions’ Wine Production

The Southern Regions, referred to as the bastion of viticulture in Chile, have been into winemaking for hundreds of years. However, most of the wines were not of good quality; hence, were just domestically consumed. They have been planting Pais or other cheaper varieties of grapes in most areas in this region and only recently […]

Restaurants Going For Cash-Only Payments

Have you ever tried eating at a high-class restaurant that doesn’t accept credit cards or most popularly known as plastic money? Probably not, but you may soon. Let us discuss some points on how the cash-only system works fairly for both the business owner and the consumer. If you’re living in the U.S., credit cards […]

The Menu To Celebrate Harlem Week (Part 1)

July celebrates Harlem Week with a series of events starting on July 15th. Experience the neighborhood’s best cultural offerings and traditional culinary treats. Food and music of African-Americans to soothe your nerves. A neighborhood in Manhattan, New York City, Harlem was first invaded by the Dutch immigrants during 1637. This place then became a settling […]

World Food Prices Rise 40 Percent YOY

According to The Food and Agriculture Organization ( FAO) of the United Nations, the Food Price Index rose to 234 points in June, 39 percent higher than in June 2010. A strong rise in international sugar prices fueled the increase. The Food Price Index, a measure of the monthly change in international prices of a […]

Avoid Foods That Trigger Mouth Burning

Don’t you hate it when you’re sipping a cup of hot coffee and then suddenly you start to feel some burning sensation in your mouth, especially the tongue? If you think you have this, then better check the things you need to do for a burning mouth syndrome. A burning mouth syndrome (BMS) is a […]

Cabernet Franc: Grape Versatility At Its Finest

If you’re a wine lover, you definitely wouldn’t miss a sip or two of a good glass of Cabernet Franc wines. Well, most of the time it is used to blend with famous wines such as the Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, but rarely gets attention for standing alone. The Cabernet Franc grape variety is a […]

Culinary Schools Flourish In the Industry

The food industry has seen its own wings spreading phenomenally, primarily attributed to the fact that  people would definitely want to experience gastronomic treats whether at the comfort of their homes or at restaurants. This phenomenon has likewise increased the demand for culinary schools that produce great chefs and cooks around the world. In America […]

National Blueberry Muffin Day On July 11

Hold on to your seats for a berry delicious Blueberry Muffin Day celebration! If cakes have smaller versions in the form of cupcakes, bread has its own version, well, sort of, in the form of muffins. It is an American English term for a specific kind of bread that is baked or made in rather […]

Mother Faces Three Months in Jail for Planting a Vegetable Garden

In an effort to save money on the increasing price of organic food, an Oak Park City woman in Michigan, Julie Bass, decided to grow her own organic vegetable garden. “The price of organic food is kind of through the roof,” Julie told Alexis Wiley with WJBK FOX 2 news, a local station. Julie chose […]

A Sneak Peak At NY’s Ten Grilled Cheese Spots

Who does not love the taste of grilled cheese sandwiches? Whether you are on the go or just looking for something to fill your tummy for lunch, these are some of the best stuffs you can have. You can even have them for dinner, complemented with a glass of lemonade or beer. Perfect taste. Perfect […]

Dealing With Allergies When Eating Out

Eating out should be a lovely treat from a stressful day at work or even at home. But if you’re allergic to specific foods, how do you deal with your situation? Is it safe to eat out at a restaurant? Well, lucky for those who are not allergic to anything, you won’t be suffering from […]

Sugar Cookie Day Is Tooth Fairy’s Day Off

Get your sweet tooth ready for it is National Sugar Cookie Day! This is a special food holiday for the kids and the kids at heart. Sugar cookies are one of America’s favorite snacks. This simple sugar cookie was first made during the mid-1700s and was then called Nazareth sugar cookie, named by German Protestants […]

Candies Take a Bitter Sweet Turn

Sweet temptations ” we often think of these as health bummers, more likely to contribute to weight gain and other sugar-related diseases. But there’s a new found study in town that might raise mom’s eyebrows and leave children with big smiles. Candies, every kid and adult too, know what these are. Everyone in the family […]

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