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  • Bryan Brothers & Gail Simmons Headline 2012 Taste of Tennis
    Olympic Gold Medalist tennis duo Mike and Bob Bryan team up with Top Chef’s Gail Simmons. This headlining team will host the 13th Annual BNP Paribas Taste of Tennis August 23rd at the W Hotel in New York City. The benefit will serve as the...

  • Introducing the Golden Foodie Award Ceremony in Orange County
    Food, passion, and glamour will collide at the first-ever Golden Foodie Awards in Orange County, Calif., where food will be celebrated in red carpet fashion. The Golden Foodies celebrate chefs and culinary professionals who are dedicated to the dining...

  • Richard Sandoval’s New Addition to Denver Restaurants
    Richard Sandoval is a successful chef and restaurateur who is known for focusing on Latin cuisine. He is continuing this reputation by opening Al Lado in Denver, the first wine bar within his restaurant group. On Aug. 17, Al Lado will open its doors to...

  • 10 Celebrities Who Despise Chick-fil-A
    If you didn't know that Chick-fil-A is against same-sex marriage, it has been confirmed over and over through their donations to anti-gay marriage campaigns, and most recently through an interview with the Baptist Press with their president Dan Cathy...

  • Andrew Zimmern Rolls Out a Food Truck
    Andrew Zimmern has chowed down on everything from shark meat in Iceland to fried sparrows in Vietnam, but he is offering up some outlandish dishes on the road. While serving up beef tongue "Philly" cheesesteak sliders at the Atlantic City Food...

  • New Food Safety Show and Tell Video
    Eastern Food Safety prides itself on providing clear instructions of food safety guidelines. The company has produced The Pocket Guide to Food Safety, Don’t Pick off the Croutons (an allergy guide for foodservice), and many other safety manuals...

  • Suzanne Goin and Caroline Styne to Open New Restaurant in Montecito
    Famed restaurateurs Suzanne Goin and Caroline Styne owners of the Lucques, A.O.C., and two other restaurants in Los Angeles now have their sights set on Montecito, Calif. The business partners have successfully established themselves in the Los Angeles...

  • Julia Child’s 100th Birthday Celebration
    Julia Child is known for making French cuisine more approachable for the American public. She wrote over 20 cookbooks and her show, entitled The French Chef, aired for over ten years, so in honor of what would have been her 100th birthday Café...

  • Cheap New York Lobster — Not Really
    The warm weather has one good benefit — more lobster, but it is too early to be dreaming of munching on lobster rolls while lounging at the beach. The boom in the East Coast lobster population was brought on by the warm winter followed by the hot...

  • Product Review: Kashi Soft-Baked Squares
    If dieting for you means giving up french fries and munching on celery sticks while everyone else is enjoying birthday cake, Kashi might just have an alternative. The food brand’s new Soft-Baked Squares could possibly be the ticket to satisfying...

  • 10 Crazy Lollipops
    Lollipop, sucker, lolly, stick-pop or whatever you may call it lollipops are a childhood staple and today we celebrate National Lollipop Day. There is no pinpoint date that lollipops were invented, but edible candy on a stick has probably been reborn...

  • The Ultimate Guide to Allergy-Friendly Dining
    Is there a gluten-free menu? Will the chef use a separate cooking area for my food? Will they change the utensil to avoid cross-contamination? Does the meal contain any nut or nut byproducts? These are just a few questions that food-allergy sufferers have...

  • Queen of Soul Food Dies
    The founder of the legendary Sylvia’s restaurant died on Thursday, July 19 at the age of 86. Sylvia Wood’s spirited sense of entrepreneurship helped her develop the restaurant into becoming and iconic landmark in Harlem and beyond, and her...

  • Drought Threatening Fall Harvest
    As we all know, Americans have been enduring extreme heat from coast to coast, but now the abnormally warm temperatures are putting crop yields in danger. Due to the weather, Midwestern states are suffering one of the worst droughts in history. Iowa and...

  • Whole Foods product Review: 365 Snack Crackers
    Hummus, salsa, cheese tray... now what is missing? Crackers. Whole Foods 365 snack crackers are a great pick to round out your party appetizers. These crackers are buttery, light, and crisp, great for topping with cheese or for dips such as spinach...

  • Whole Foods Product Review: Artichoke Spinach Four Cheese Dip
    Bad artichoke spinach dips are few and far between, but extremely tasty dips are just as difficult to find — and Whole Foods’ artichoke spinach four cheese dip certainly falls into the latter category. The masterminds at Whole Foods artfully...

  • City Harvest Expands in Brooklyn
    City Harvest has been committed to helping fight hunger in New York City for many years and now they are expanding their horizons. With the help of the New York City Housing Authority, City Harvest is moving their Brooklyn Mobile Market to a larger...

  • “The Taste” of SoCal
    Summer is not just a time to go to the beach and hang out late, but also a time to chow down on creative seasonal creations. The Los Angeles Times and a group of Southern California chefs are helping diners to do just that by hosting “The Taste...

  • SPE Program Redefines Dining-Out
    “Letting diners have power over their meal” is one of the goals of SPE certification, a program established to get restaurants of all types to start offering nutrition dense dishes on their menus, without affecting the taste. SPE, an acronym...

  • Super(Duper) Market Opens for the Weekend
    Grapefruit jalapeño honey soda, ginger bourbon pecan pie, bagels with caviar spread, and many other scrumptious products will be on sale this weekend at the Super(Duper) Paper Market. Dreamt up by Paper Magazine’s editor and co-founder Kim...

  • The Ultimate Guide to Free Food for Summer
    So you are on your way to work and you see an incredibly long line at Starbucks. You sarcastically say to yourself, "You would think they are giving away something," but little do you know, that could be exactly what they’re doing....

  • Final Culinary Pop-Up at Royal/T Café in Culver City
    For five years, Royal/T Cafe has been dedicated to providing a unique space for art and culture to thrive in Culver City, Calif. but now they are highlighting the closing of their space with a final pop-up event. On July 26 and 27 Royal/T will finish...

  • 10 Summer Super Foods
    Just as you change your wardrobe for summer, your diet should get a bit of a makeover as well. As the dog days of summer are upon us, you need to fuel your body with foods that help maintain energy levels despite the hot temperatures. Click Here for the...

  • Thai American Fusion Restaurant Blackwood Opens in San Francisco
    San Francisco welcomes a new restaurant to join the mix of unique culinary flair in the Marina district. Blackwood is upscale with a breezy atmosphere, but most importantly complemented by a plethora of gastronomic options. Fusing Thai and American...

  • Facebookers Use Chick-fil-A Ad to Share Views on Gay Marriage
    The debate surrounding Chick-fil-A’s gay marriage views has extended to Facebook. Chick-fil-A has donated millions to anti-gay-marriage organizations, and now their new ad has become a space for people to sport their beliefs about the issue....

  • 'Foraged Flavor' Cookbook
    Daylilies stuffed with crab and avocado, bee balm spring rolls, oxeye daisies, and Arctic tuna tartar were just a few of the dishes sampled at the cocktail party introducing Tama Matsuoka’s Foraged Flavor cookbook. Do any of the ingredients stand...

  • Desserts Born in America
    Independence Day is one of the many highlights of summertime. The hot dogs on the grill, the table covered with the red-checkered cloth, and everyone munching on watermelon and waiting on the fireworks are just a few cherished moments from Independence...

  • Competitive Hot Dog Eaters Prep for Fourth of July Contest
    On a sunny day in City Hall Park, rivalry flared in the shadows of the 30-foot-tall "Daddies" ketchup bottle. What else could be occurring other than the welcome of champion competitive eaters? Mayor Bloomberg and Wayne Norbitz, COO of Nathan...

  • Pickling Made Easy
    Pickling is an age-old process that has been used to preserve perishable foods through a choreographed fermentation. The process helps you stock up on food that will last even if there is a power outage and your refrigerator fails you. Pickling also helps...

  • Pickling Made Easy
    Pickling is an age old process that has been used to preserve perishable foods through a choreographed fermentation. The process helps you stock up on food that will last even if there is a power outage and your refrigerator fails you. Pickling also helps...

  • Celebrate Le Tour de France, American Style
    June 30 marked the grand start of Le Tour de France, which means it's time to celebrate. Brasserie Jo in Boston has created a regional menu that will mark the route of the Le Tour de France. The menu highlights the diversity of the region, starting in...

  • Patina Debuts Summer Menu
    Zucchini, melon, peppers, and squash are just a few crops that are bountiful in the summer. Patina, located in Los Angeles, will be using summer produce such as these on their new menu to highlight the best the season has to offer. Founder and chef...

  • Whole Foods Product Review: 365 Everyday Value Greek Yogurt
    The Greeks were onto something when they invented a process that strains the whey out of yogurt, creating a creamy, smooth, and delectable low-fat yogurt. Whole Foods recently tried its hand at making a version of the trendy snack, and released a line of...

  • New Restaurant Pioneers to Open Prospect in Brooklyn
    In hopes of expanding the modern American culinary scene in Brooklyn, N.Y., high school buddies Alan Cooper and Stephen Cohen plan to open their ambitiously named restaurant Prospect. With the help of executive chef Kyle McClelland, Prospect is a fusion...

  • Chef Hector Diaz Moves From Oakland to San Francisco
    Chef Hector Diaz is known throughout Oakland, Calif., for his artistry and creativity in the kitchen and beyond, and now he’s setting his sights on the San Francisco dining scene. Following the news of B Restaurant’s closing in Oakland, Diaz...

  • A.O.C. Wine Bar and Restaurant Unveils Summer 'Flights and Bites' Series
    You can now travel around the world from your restaurant seat through A.O.C Wine Bar and Restaurant's "Flights and Bites" series. Chef Suzanne Goin and sommelier Caroline Styne have extended their Monday-night series through July. The menu...

  • Picnicking in New York City with European Flair
    Want to feel like you’re picnicking in a Parisian garden or in the middle of Rome? Well, executive chef Christian Ragano of New York Central Restaurant has created a selection of themed picnic baskets inspired by Paris, Madrid, and Rome so you can...

  • City Harvest Fights Against Hunger
    City Harvest recently hosted its fourth annual agency conference, which brought together representatives from more than 100 emergency food agencies throughout the five boroughs of New York City. The agencies rallied together to discuss the problem of...

  • Manhattan Restaurants Fight for Al Fresco Space
    Space is limited in New York City, what else is new. The fight for space however is heating up as Lugi Liselli’s, (owner of Max Restaurant) application for outdoor dining space was unanimously denied by the Community Board 1’s Tribeca...

  • A Big ‘Ole Piece of Magpie in Philadelphia
    Philadelphians are patiently waiting to welcome a new culinary treat to their city — pie. Magpie, known as an artisan pie boutique, was schedule to open its first location in June but now its opening has been pushed back to late July. “Magpie...

  • A Farewell to Foie Gras
    The controversy surrounding foie gras production has encouraged some states (like California) to make it illegal, but for foie gras fans looking to bid farewell to the delicacy before the ban in July, The Royce at the Langham of Pasadena is offering a...

  • Say Goodbye to Aluminum Foil
    Aluminum foil was all the rage when it was introduced to the world in 1910, but as with most products, the foil industry is constantly adopting new changes and developments. Vacumet Corp. recently unveiled their compostable packaging paper, so the...

  • Whole Foods Product Review: French Caramel Fleur De Sel
    Three words describe these caramels - perfect little treat. Beware; you might just finish the whole box in one sitting. The most outstanding quality of these caramels is their balance flavor. The caramels are sprinkled with sea salt during the baking...

  • Classic Cereal Recooked — Literally
    Can you imagine breakfast cereal deep-fried? Well, SoCal’s king of the fryer Charlie Boghosian surely can. At this year’s San Diego County fair daring diners are munching on battered, deep-fried Trix and Cinnamon Toast Crunch cereal, sprinkled...

  • Nico Romo and His “Little Chefs” Win the Big Chef Little Chef Competition
    At last week’s fourth annual Big Chef Little Chef competiton in Charleston, an activitiy the organization Louie's Kid's host annually, Nico Romo’s team stunned the judges and took home a win. Romo [executive chef of Charleston’s...

  • James Beard Foundation Makes Changes to the Best Chef Regions
    Competition is building among new areas of the country, since the James Beard Foundation redistricted its Best Chef Award regions this morning. The last redistrict occurred in 2005, when changes were made to reflect the vibrancy and growth of local dining...

  • Sandwich of the Week: The Body Builder at Market Bar Chicago
    Chicago is known for many great culinary works such as deep dish pizza, Italian beef, and hot dogs, but now the city has another fabulous sandwich to add to the mix. The Body Builder at Market Bar Chicago is a smoked turkey breast sandwich layered with...

  • Food and Wine Magazine Gets the Key to Aspen
    After the city’s battle with drought canceled the Food and Wine Classic 30th anniversary firework display, the Aspen Chamber Resort Association, an organization that works to improve access to fresh produce, gave Food and Wine magazine a $10,000...

  • Cooking with Chef Todd English at Ça Va Brasserie
    Crab wrapped with duck pastrami, lobster and caviar quiches, and pommes frites were plentiful last night at chef Todd English’s cooking demonstration at Ça Va Brasserie on 44th street between 8th and 9th avenues in New York City. Chef English...

  • Drago’s New Orleans Shares Birthday Celebration with Charity
    Lobster, crab cakes, and po’ boy sandwiches can do more than fuel your taste buds, at least at Drago’s Seafood they will be serving up these classic dishes for a cause. Drago’s Seafood Restaurant has been deeply committed to the New...

  • Urban Food Lab’s Creative Approach to Farming
    Urban Food Lab’s philanthropic mission to supply fresh fruits and veggies to Philadelphia’s Cobb neighborhood is taking on a whole new “green” approach to farming: the use of marijuana growing equipment. The Pennsylvania non-profit...

  • We All Scream for Ice Cream
    The soaring summer temperatures are leaving Santa Monica and Berkeley screaming for more ice cream. The two California cities are welcoming new ice cream venues to the cityscape. The popular food truck CoolHaus will grace the Santa Monica boardwalk with a...

  • Ken Orginer Brings Toro to New York City
    Ken Orginer has seven unique restaurants throughout Boston that span international cuisines, and now he is bringing Beantown’s favorite Barcelona-style tapas restaurant to New York City this fall. Toro opened in Boston’s South End in 2005 and...

  • Taco Cabana Introduces the Chipotle Corn Street Taco
    Texas-based chain Taco Cabana has taken their Mexican-style menu to new heights by adding the Chipotle Corn Street Taco. The new item was inspired by a culinary trip to México City and Pueblo, where the Cabana team sampled an array of dishes...

  • Anthony Bourdain’s Moving to CNN and His New Comic Book
    Anthony Bourdain is known for his distinctive personality and witty writing but now he is on the move to CNN and promoting his graphic novel Get Jiro. Bourdain chatted on air with Jimmy Fallon discussing his new ventures. Bourdain’s first new...

  • Chef Alicia Jenish on the Move
    After serving as the executive chef at both the Academy Café at the California Academy of Sciences Museum in San Francisco and Revival Bar and Kitchen in Berkley, Calif., chef Alicia Jenish is now redefining French cuisine at the Grand Café...

  • Drew Brees Opens His Second Jimmy John's
    Drew Brees has become somewhat of a jack of all trades as an all-star quarterback of the New Orleans Saints, a clothing designer, and now the owner of not one but two Jimmy John’s franchises in New Orleans. Brees already owns one Jimmy John’s...

  • The Palms Gets a $50 Million Makeover
    The Palms Las Vegas is undergoing a $50 million makeover that will mainly include upgrades to 428 rooms, plus two new restaurant openings. The Earl of Sandwich, who proclaim to have the world’s best hot sandwich, alongside the American Mexican-style...

  • Supersized Food Carts are Forced on a Diet
    Food carts are a distinct feature of New York City and their popularity growth shows in the number of customers and the carts’ physical size. The Health Department is enforcing a new size constriction of 5 by 10 feet including all signs and...

  • The Ugly Side of the Food Industry
    There are more employees in the food industry than healthcare, education, and manufacturing, but according to a new report released by The Food Chain Workers Alliance, food industry workers have fewer benefits than other service fields. Employees who work...

  • Obama’s Chosen Sandwich Causes Record Sales
    May 16 was a big day for Taylor Gourmet on 14th Street NE in Washington, D.C. as President Obama swung by to grab a quick sandwich for himself and seven congressional leaders at the White house. Obama ordered himself the Spruce Street, which is a turkey...

  • Rachael Ray Buys a Food Truck
    Rachael Ray’s The Book of Burger signing tour kicked off today in New York City, where she shared a few recipes with the cast of Good Morning America and handed out samples of her famous Brooklyn Beer chili sliders and her bar-be-que burger with...

  • Cyclist Chow Down
    Biking enthusiasts can participate in a biking parade and brunch as part of a festive Tour de France breakfast in Seattle’s Fremont neighborhood on June 30 and July 12. Starting at Cascade Bicycle Studio, cyclists will cruise down the Burke Gilman...

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