Posts Tagged ‘ food ’

Photos from the world famous Bubblegum Alley in San Luis Obispo, California. Oddly compelling, yet . . . yuck.
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The sapote is disgusting when under-ripe and tends to become soft very quickly upon ripening, even collapsing under its own weight. But if you hit it at the right time, it's an explosion of exotic flavor. Is it worth the fuss?
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My driveway is covered in purple bird shit. So is the walkway up to the front door. So is my car. It's one of the many charming aspects of living with a mulberry tree that's bearing fruit.
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We interview Dan Pashman and Mark Garrison, former NPR colleagues and current co-hosts of The Sporkful, a podcast and Web site containing just about the most entertaining and interesting discussions related to food that you'll find.
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Brine your Thanksgiving Turkey to make it truly memorable. We submit that there's little difference in the taste of an expensive bird and a cheaper one if brined correctly. Check out our methodology and brine recipe!
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Recently, a new trend has emerged, driven by burgeoning numbers of creative, truck-based vendors and fueled in part by social media. You can now find almost any type of cuisine in the form of a cart or truck somewhere. A small sampling . . .
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Part two of a series chronicling the author's backpacking trip through Yosemite -- specifically, his first two days on the trail, from Glacier Point to Lower Ottoway Lake. Experience a bus ride, a tenuously controlled fire, and the natural flavor-enhancement that wilderness has on common food, and more . . .
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As Halloween approaches, we're doing our best to pepper you with ideas to enhance your celebration. A few ingredients and a few minutes can easily result in getting your spook on. Here's one recipe for the kiddies, and one for the grown-ups.
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The face of sweeteners is changing rapidly. And never mind things that are just plain wrong, like Splenda with Fiber. Apparently, it's a natural option, stevia, that could be the real future of non-sugar sweeteners. But can a sweetener known for bitterness and odd flavoring really be that popular?
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Is it possible to derive real comfort while trying to stay financially self-sufficient? Absolutely. When providing food for friends or guests, you have no further to look than the simple, powerful, often transformative cookie. A simple recipe, easily made allergy safe, included!
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