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Veggin’ Cookbook Chronicles: Stuffed Potatoes

posted August 14, 2010 in Veggin'

I’d like to take you on a little journey. A little journey through The “New Age Vegetarian Cookbook” printed in 1980 by The Rosicrucian Fellowship out of Oceanside, California. Sit back, relax and enjoy the ride as this cookbook i (read full article)

Saturday Morning Tea on Sunday

posted July 25, 2010 in Art and Tea

On this hazy summer morning in my pleasantly cooled kitchen, I’m lazily sipping a Chinese green tea called Chun Mee. Traditionally, the Chinese have always been quite fond of rolling the tea leaf into various shapes and then naming the tea acc (read full article)

An Ode to Oats

posted June 22, 2010 in Gluten Free Betsy!

Last summer I attended one of the Chicago MetroCeliacs cooking classes at Whole Foods. The topic was summer brunch and we learned how to make healthy versions of traditional brunch fare. My favorite recipe I took away from the class was granola. I'v (read full article)

Delicious Tuna Recipes

posted June 07, 2010 in Authentic Curry Recipes

Tuna fish are a nutrient rich source of food. They are packed full of high quality protein and are rich in minerals such as selenium, magnesium and potassium. They also contain vitamins B1 and B6 and most importantly essential Omega 3 fatty acids. &# (read full article)

Mangia Monday!

“Life expectancy would grow by leaps and bounds if green vegetables smelled as good as bacon.”-Doug LarsonHello! I hope you had a marvelous weekend! Mine was busy, but nice none-the-less! Our weather was amazing and I could not have been more thr (read full article)

Easy And Tasty Picnic Food Recipes

posted May 17, 2010 in Picnic Food Ideas

Guest Post By Alex Pearl   In these modern times where fast food establishments dominate the busy lives of the average working people, and where posh restaurants are impeccable approaches to special gatherings and occasions, one would wonder how (read full article)

Your Turn – Comfort Food

posted May 13, 2010 in A Self-Confessed Foodie

When I’m having a bad day, sometimes there are certain foods that just help me feel a little better. Chocolate is one of these, certainly.  I’m female, how can it not be? Tea is another major part of my life.  I know it’s cliché, b (read full article)

Fishy Business

posted May 12, 2010 in Plentyonyourplate

Image by Ewan-M via Flickr South London’s JARVIS fishmongers are inviting folk to spend a day with them learning the trade of smoking, cleaning and preparing the catch ready for eating. Established in Kingston in 1942, (read full article)

The French Women Don’t Get Fat Cookbook Review!

posted May 11, 2010 in A Self-Confessed Foodie

My mother cooks amazing French food.  It’s what I grew up on and sometimes I think it’s a miracle I don’t weigh 1,000 pounds.  But the key to French food is moderation – don’t just eat the French foods with the heavy cream sauces. (read full article)

Interviews with TLB: international best selling author, Mireille Guiliano

posted May 04, 2010 in The Lunch Belle

I can't even begin to tell you how thrilled I was when publishing house, Simon and Schuster, asked if I'd like to conduct an interview with Mireille Guiliano.  Her newest literary launch, "The French Women Don't Get Fat Cookbook," made its offi (read full article)

Review: Get Naked Fast!

posted May 03, 2010 in In The Raw

At 247 pounds, Diana Stobo was plagued by pain and physical discomfort. After years of struggling with body image, health issues, and the addictive food cycle, Diana became sick and tired of being sick and tired. She decided to take her health into h (read full article)

Blueberries, Red Grapefruit & Apples - Best Fruits for Diabetes

posted April 26, 2010 in niyas's world

If you already follow a healthful meal plan filled with whole grains, fresh fruits and veggies, and lean protein, congratulations! You're on your way to a long, healthy life and are taking a major step in controlling your weight and blood glucose lev (read full article)

Year of Soup Recipe Challenge Week 11- Caldo Verde: Portuguese Kale Soup

posted April 01, 2010 in Mimi's Kitchen

It's week 11 of the Year of Soup Challenge here in Mimi's Kitchen, and I have another awesome guest post! This week's soup recipe is from Sofia, another of my foodie friends from Half Hour Meals. Sofia, a wonderful cook and a native of Portugal, has (read full article)

When Cream and Chili Collide - Lunch at Yellow Cab

posted March 29, 2010 in je\'s anatomy

Boyet and I once again had an impromptu lunch last week. I always have mixed feelings when we have unplanned dates. My heart jumps out of joy because that means that I get to take away an hour from his very busy schedule. But it also means that I hav (read full article)

Book review: MARAN ILLUSTRATED COOKING BASICS.

posted March 20, 2010 in Winesworld\'s Blog

In the past girls used to help their mothers to prepare meals fort eh family, and so inherited many of the cooking techniques and recipes. These days, young girls hardly ever assist their mothers cooking and rely mostly on prepared, delivered, (read full article)

Healthy 4 Grain Pilaf

posted March 17, 2010 in Chef In You

Recently when I was talking to Divs of Dil Se about our love for whole grains, I realized that though I enjoyed them in many ways, I had for some unknown reason not posted as many main course dishes like I had done in Baking. So I thought I will pos (read full article)

Kitchen burlesque

posted March 13, 2010 in Aglio, Olio & Peperoncino

In my cuisine/lifestyle manuscript (sitting in a drawer, waiting for a brave publisher to give it life), besides illustrating traditional Italian dishes, typical holiday food and a wide section dedicated to comfort food, or those recipes that satisfy (read full article)

Kitchen burlesque

posted March 11, 2010 in Aglio, Olio & Peperoncino

In my cuisine/lifestyle manuscript (sitting in a drawer, waiting for a brave publisher to give it life), besides illustrating traditional Italian dishes, typical holiday food and a wide section dedicated to comfort food, or those recipes that satisfy (read full article)

Kitchen burlesque

posted March 11, 2010 in Aglio, Olio & Peperoncino

In my cuisine/lifestyle manuscript (sitting in a drawer, waiting for a brave publisher to give it life), besides illustrating traditional Italian dishes, typical holiday food and a wide section dedicated to comfort food, or those recipes that satisfy (read full article)

Celebrating Registered Dietitian Day

posted March 11, 2010 in Nutrition Unplugged

Have you heard, it’s National Nutrition Month — an annual celebration sponsored each March by the American Dietetic Association.  Today is especially note worthy.  It’s Registered Dietitian Day. It’s a great time to recogn (read full article)

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