We all have weaknesses. One of mine is carbohydrates. They don’t like me, but I sure do like them. One of the perks of working at my office is that we usually get bagels for the whole office at our big Tuesday staff meeting each week. And while I try to limit my weekly intake,…
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It seems that every time I open my news reader, there’s a new story about some food recall. So much of what we eat or drink is filled with harmful chemicals. Is this a new problem, or does it seem worse since we now get worldwide news as it happens? Often, these recalls are a…
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Whenever I see a TV commercial for Hamburger Helper, it takes me back to a particular time in my life. It transports me back to the 1980s when I was a baby radio DJ. I didn’t make much money, so I often looked for a meal that could serve as dinner and then had some…
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In recent years, there’s been a lot of talk about products shrinking in size. Years ago, a half-gallon (64 oz) ice cream container shrunk to 56 ounces. Then, a few years later, they shrank again to 48 ounces. Prices didn’t drop either; they remained the same or often increased. If you ask most people, shrinking…
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As the page on the calendar turns, everyone is ready for new opportunities, good luck, and prosperity. There are many New Year’s traditions observed across the globe. Many of them involve food. Some people consider these things to be superstitions. I’d love to see the data that would tell us if these annual rituals work…
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For many, Thanksgiving is about family, food, and football. Recently, I’ve noticed a lot of online talk about mashed potatoes. We even had a discussion yesterday about the best way to make them. For some reason, many have a difficult time making them. That confuses me…
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Numerous city, county, or state tourism boards want you to hit the trail. I’m talking about food trails. And in recent years, I’ve heard of a few options just hours away. In southern Ohio, you’re encouraged to try all the various chili parlors that serve Cincinnati-style chili on the Coney Trail. Indiana has a Tenderloin…
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Anyone with young kids knows that you have to keep a few essentials in the house at all times. Chicken tenders or macaroni and cheese are obvious choices. But what about mini corn dogs? Over the weekend, I realized just how much children love them. I’ve always loved the full-size version, but…
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When it comes to our favorite foods, many people like to turn up the heat. But, the trendy hot stuff seems to change often. Louisiana and Picante style sauces are always available but rarely trendy. A few years ago, Sriracha was popular, but I don’t hear many people talking about it these days. The latest…
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Sometimes, you completely miss the obvious. Okay, maybe most of the time. Like many, I love a great burger or sandwich. But usually, I end up disappointed. And after all these years, I finally figured out the problem. The key to a stellar burger or sandwich is good bread! Hard to believe it’s that simple,…
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