Do you remember that old television series about cooking called “Iron Chef” which ran from 1993 to 2002? Since over 300 episodes of that show have been aired (and are still actually in syndication today), I’m pretty sure that anyone remotely interested in the culinary arts will remember that show. read full article…

With the low carb fashion that has hit the nation beef jerky is again very popular. One of the main reasons that beef jerky is healthy is the fact that to make the jerky last for so long the fat needs read full article…

Automatic coffee makers come in all shapes and sizes. You can find ones that make regular coffee, and those that make specialty drinks like espresso or latte. No matter what your coffee fetish may be, you can find automatic coffee makers to suit your needs. read full article…

More and more concerns have been raised about the impact of the supermarket giants both on food production as well as on workers rights. read full article…

It may be true that obesity is caused by a number of different things, but it is correspondingly true that eating superfluous fat contributes to the condition. This is something parents of young children in particular have to watch carefully. read full article…

In 1621, the Pilgrims and the Indians got together for three days of feast and celebration. The Wampanoags, a neighbor group of Indians brought the turkey and corn and the Pilgrims brought the pies. 12 selections. Everyone could choose their favorite kind. It had to be the pies that were the ‘hit’ of the feast. read full article…

There are few baked goods that bring up memories of days past as well as the brownie. How many of us recall the deep aroma filling the kitchen as a mother or grandmother baked her delicious treats for us? read full article…

In the past, I had trouble naming one specific favorite food of mine. Today though, I tend to love pizza best. However, for those who have trouble answering this question I think it is fair to say that they can at least point out a broader area of cuisine they prefer, such as Italian, Mexican, American…you get the idea. read full article…

For people who smoke cigars, it can become something of an obsession. Over time, cigar smokers often develop precise rituals that they adhere to every time they smoke a cigar, and can be quite pedantic about how they store their cigars. read full article…

Tapestry is defined as a weighty cloth material that is fabricated with rich multiple colors that depicts certain scenes or designs and it is usually placed on the walls as a décor and sometimes to hide the furnishings. read full article…

Enjoying a great cup of coffee every morning is part of my daily ritual. Sometimes I even want coffee after dinner in the evening or in the afternoon. Depending on how your body reacts to caffeine will determine whether or not it is a good idea for you to drink coffee at night or not. For some people it will keep them up all night. read full article…

The news is full of frightening statistics about cancer and other diseases. From what we read and hear on television, we are led to believe that more and more people are being diagnosed with cancer and that more and more people are dying from it. read full article…

When it comes to summer foods, most people want to look forward to it. Summer food cooking does not have to be limited to the summer months, though. Even during the fall and winter, you can get out that grill and make some great dishes that will feel good and remind you of warmer days of relaxing. read full article…

Stressless entertaining is fast becoming an oxymoron. With parties and social gatherings growing more and more elaborate, with everyone trying to outdo each other, hosting a get-together is a difficult task to undertake any time of year. Throw in some holiday chaos and it’s downright nerve-wracking. read full article…