Food and Drink Articles (Sorted by date)

Clean Out That Coffeemaker for a Great Tasting Cup

Coffee addicts, take heed! That precious appliance on your countertop – gasp! – needs to be cleaned out once in a while. Have you been noticing a stale, funny taste in your coffee lately?
Christina SpenceApril 14, 2006

The Wedding Cake: A Ceremony by Itself

When my son and daughter-in-law held a knife and cut the first slice out of their all traditional, butter-cream frosted, lavish, and very expensive wedding cake, I couldn't help smiling.
Joy CagilApril 14, 2006

Store-Bought Chili – A Short History

Willie Gebhardt, originally of New Braunfels, Texas and later of San Antonio, produced the first canned chili in 1908. Gebhardt also invented the first commercial chili powder in 1896. Very little else is known about Mr.
Glenn J FournierApril 14, 2006

Harmful Chemicals in the Meat You Eat?

Many people may not realize it, but much of the meat we eat contains synthetic growth hormones and other chemicals that may be harmful to us. Why would cattle owners want to use growth hormones? It is all about money.
Mike SullivanApril 14, 2006

Is Organic the Way Forward?

There is a growing public perception that companies are ignoring health and environmental concerns in their quest to maximise profit and in doing so they ignore other equally important issues such as environmental concerns and local...
David OglazaApril 14, 2006

Wine Clubs - A Convenient Way to Know Wine

Wine clubs have been sprouting up in recent years as a result of an increased interest in wine and greater wine consumption. In fact, according to figures from the Wine Institute, sales of wine in the United States went up four percent in 2004.
Jason ConnorsApril 14, 2006

Cool Summer Soup Recipes - A Food Processor And 10 Minutes Is All You Need

Summer is coming and so is the hot weather. Nobody likes to cook in the heat of summer. A really hot meal on a hot day is almost as unpopular. It could be that a cool, easy to prepare summer soup is just what you need.Below are 3 recipes for soups...
Lynne BirchApril 14, 2006

Don't Be Surprised To See Cupcake-Like Wedding Favors At The Next Reception You Attend

The wedding cake has sometimes been referred to as the most important purchase when planning a wedding or a wedding reception. Many couples are willing to spend big bucks on the cake because every guest at the reception will undoubtedly stop by the...
Angela GrafApril 14, 2006

How to Buy and Grip a Chinese Cleaver

The proper cutting technique is one the most important things you will need to learn in order to cook like a professional. Different recipes use different cutting techniques, so it’s important that you know when and how to use each...
Ala LukeApril 11, 2006

Which Grill Should You Buy, Charcoal Or Gas?

If you are considering purchasing a new grill, or barbecue, you will be faced with a multitude of options to choose between. However, there is one choice which you will need to make fairly quickly in your quest for the perfect grill for you.
Roy GreenApril 11, 2006