I’m a coffee drinker. There’s nothing better than a cup of fresh, hot Joe to get my engine going in the morning. I’m not a big coffee drinker, so I don’t brew a pot unless there’s someone else around to help me drink it. Because, once it’s made, coffee can go downhill fast. It can ...
Pumpkin puree is delicious on its own, but you can also create a lot of great meals around this incredible ingredient. Not only is pumpkin a beautiful vibrant color, but it’s packed full of beta carotene and other powerful nutrients that help prevent heart disease, cancer and other serious health conditions. There are many uses ...
The word “fusion” gets tossed around so liberally in restaurants these days that it’s become more of a vague concept than any sort of fundamental practice. However, at Richard Sandoval’s Zengo in Washington D.C., fusion is very much alive and well. The restaurant offers unique fare from both Latin and Asian influences, and if you ...
As anyone who lives in the Memphis, TN area knows, there are not an abundance of seafood restaurants. You may find a few here and there, but they are generally over-priced and not the best seafood you will have. The Horseshoe Casino, located about 40 minutes south of Memphis in Tunica, MS, has the best ...
I have always been a ravioli and lasagna lover. Recently, I came across a can of Chef Boyardee Lasagna in the canned pasta section of my local grocery store. I decided to purchase it, try it out and write an unbiased product review all about my personal experience. Here is what I discovered! Chef Boyardee ...
Many supermarkets now carry a large selection of organic and natural foods, with the variety of products seeming to grow larger with each passing week. But as natural and organic food has been a niche market long before it became the current fad, and as its popularity continues to grow, many health-conscious individuals are seeking ...
Parties are a time when friends get together, most the time you like to bring something to the party, why not try a nice cold savory dip. Baked Potato Dip recipe 2 (16 ounce) containers sour cream 1 (3 ounce) can bacon bits 2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese 1 bunch green onions, chopped In a ...
Table manners and dining etiquette are an important part of the dining experience, even more so when in the company of professional guests, clients, employers, and certain family members. Whether you grew up in a dinner-disciplined environment or not, the rules of the table are never changing in the formal setting. There are certain traits ...
Anyone that is Irish knows it does not have to be St. Patrick’s Day for one to have an excuse to frequent local pubs and breweries in their city. Philadelphia is home to many Irish pubs and restaurants, however not all are similar in style, price or beer selection. Below is a list of the ...
Hungry are you? Have a taste for a T-bone steak? Or how about some Chicken Parmesan? It all sounds tasty, but have you ever considered meatless food? I know, I know! But before you send me to the gauntlet, hear me out! I’m an avid meat eater, but there are times when I feel weighed ...