Spike Mendelsohn Shares How to Manage Acid Reflux Disease with Food

Chef Spike Mendelsohn suffers from acid reflux disease, and is the new spokesperson for Dexilant.
Yesterday, The Daily Meal chatted with Spike Mendelsohn about being the new spokesperson for acid reflux disease drug Dexilant; Mendelsohn says he's suffered from acid reflux disease his whole... read more

Quinoa: What It Is and How to Cook It

Cooking with Quinoa
Whether quinoa is old news to you or not, it’s hard to deny its health benefits and the wide-ranging cooking possibilities available to this grain. Quinoa is incredibly easy to use and quickly... read more

Mediterranean Vegetable Salad

Quinoa Vegetable Salad
This is one of those salads that you can eat as a meal on its own or as a side dish. It’s great for backyard gatherings or a party as it really feeds a crowd. Click here for Quinoa: What it is..... read more

Roasted Tomato and Fennel Soup with Basil and Garlic Pesto

Tomato Soup
This is one of my favorite soups and is absolutely delicious with quinoa.  Click here for Quinoa: What it is and How to Cook it. .. read more

Braised Carrots and Fennel

Carrots and Fennel Braised with Orange Zest and Honey
I paired my homegrown carrots with fennel for a soft contrast to their crunch, adding fennel seeds to brighten the flavors of the dish. Then, I added orange zest, orange juice, and honey to..... read more

California Genetically Modified Food Labeling Law Goes to Vote

A California proposal to label all GM ingredients is on the ballot for November's election.
Californians will vote this Election Day on whether genetically modified (GM) food must be labeled, after more than 970,000 people signed a petition to get the proposal on the ballot, says... read more

The Top 10 Myths About Going Vegan

The Top 10 Myths About Going Vegan
I am always getting questions about what it takes to go vegan. More and more people are giving this healthy diet a try — for a wide variety of reasons. One if for health — nothing... read more

Roasted Asparagus Salad

Roasted Asparagus Salad with Ginger-Citrus Vinaigrette
Every year, I look forward to asparagus season more than words can express. But, this year something really special happened: I’ve actually planted my own asparagus bed! I ordered..... read more