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It's Day 2 of our "5 Days of Cheese" series and today we're featuring Parmigiano-Reggiano, or Parmesan as we usually call it. Check out our tips and recipes below!Origins: Created in the Middle Ages, it is named after the producing areas in Emilia-Ro (read full article)
It's Day 3 of our 5 Days of Veggies series and today's veggie is something you might not know much about - eggplant. In fact, it's technically a fruit, but since you serve it and eat it more like you would a vegetable, we figured it was OK to group (read full article)
Veggies decrease the risk of many diseases and are high in antioxidants, which boost the defense system, vitamins, and other minerals like calcium, potassium, and iron. They are low in fat and high in dietary fiber. When buying vegetables look for pl (read full article)
So we have made it to the end. Although it is with great sadness that the World Cup is over, I can now refocus on the other aspects of my life that have been put on hold. But, as promised, here is the last blog.The World Cup Final broke many records (read full article)
Cheers! Everyone celebrates a Sunday brunch with a Mimosa or Bellini, but how much do you actually know about the key ingredient: Champagne?Champagne is a sparkling wine named after the region in the north of France in which it is produced. Chardonna (read full article)
In a word, bacon. While I do my best to eat healthy most of the time, bacon is one of those things that makes everything taste better and I could not bear to live without. And before you tell me to substitute turkey bacon for bacon, turkey bacon is n (read full article)
I woke up this past Saturday morning after only four hours of sleep to watch the Argentina v. Germany game. Tingling with anticipation, I prepared a breakfast feast of fresh mozzarella, tomato and basil on whole wheat toast with a side of avocado and (read full article)
The US may be out of the World Cup but it doesn't mean it's not worth following and showing our support! Here's Nola's latest take on this world-famous sport.- VickiAlthough I, like everyone else, want to forget the USA/Ghana game, I found myself at (read full article)
Bradley's still on vacation (we can't wait to check out his tan!) so Nola Solomon is filling in. Hope you're all still as psyched about the World Cup as we are!- VickiI am sure everyone witnessed the highway robbery that was the USA tie against Slov (read full article)
Bradley's on summer vacation so our new intern, Nola Solomon, from New York is filling in. She's an even bigger soccer fan than Bradley, so count on her posts to be action-packed and beer-filled. Enjoy!- VickiEveryone is still talking about the bal (read full article)
The saying is that "Breakfast is the most important meal of the day", but lunch is pretty important too. A solid lunch will get you through those tough afternoon hours at the office without snacking on the goodies lying around, and prepare your body (read full article)
"Football", "fútbol", "calcio", "soccer" ... however you say it, the event we await with baited breath for four years has finally arrived and the USA is looking strong this year. Whether you come to cheer the mighty Howard in all his goalie glory or (read full article)
As a vegetarian, do you ever feel like you are you are left out when people invite you over for Mexican food? Afraid that you will be stuck with boring old beans and rice, minus the beans if they are cooked with any sort of meat in them? Taco salad (read full article)
Since we all know that the menu around my house is nothing short of repetitive, I thought I'd ask my kids to tell me their favorite thing I make for them and to describe just how I make it. Now granted, I had to offer to pay them for their time in t (read full article)
Cinnamon-lovers are in luck - our theme tonight is CINNAMON! Absolutely one of my favorite spices and if you agree, then this Friday night suggestion is definitely for you!For a non-alcoholic drink, try our Cinn-ful Apple Cider! Make it extra sinful (read full article)
To stay in the family of the citrus family from last Friday night, we have great LEMON-themed suggestions for tonight!For those looking for a little pick-me-up, try our Raspberry Lemonade Shooter.For dinner, we recommend Roasted Asparagus With Garlic (read full article)
This one's for the party animal in you!Friday night is finally here after a long week. Has anyone else felt like the weeks are getting longer now that the weather is warming up!?! So relax this weekend with some tasty cocktails and delicious food! To (read full article)
Didn't get enough quinoa last time we shared a recipe? Then dive into some Quinoa Salad this week!It's a great healthy and protein filled summer salad. Mmmm, delicious!If you like this, be sure to check out all of FunnySpoon's vegetarian recipes!Er (read full article)
This Friday we decided to have an olive-flavored evening. So mix up the batch of Perfect Vodka Martinis that you've been craving! Three olives on a toothpick help flavor that fresh strong martini sip with a little salty wonder!To complement the drink (read full article)
Hey FunnySpoon, got a second to help me out? You do? Great, here goes:You wanna talk about groundhog day then try dealing with the monotonous selection of menu items that I'm forced to feed my kids each and every week. I'm so envious of those familie (read full article)
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