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meatless meals

Meatless Holiday Meals? It’s Possible.

By Mary Kay LaBrie / December 15, 2021

The smell of the turkey roasting for hours in the oven. The baked ham with that sweet honey glaze. The Christmas Eve feast of the seven fishes. That delectable Christmas Day bone-in prime rib – perfectly medium-rare – or the crown pork roast stuffed with chestnut stuffing – the Chestnuts were roasted on an open…

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appetizers

Shareable Appetizers Offer New Opportunities for Taste

By Susanne Bukey / November 29, 2021

Appetizers, foods, and beverages stimulating our appetites for what’s to come, have revolutionized the way we dine out. They offer new and trendy flavors, ingredients, and presentations. Today, appetizers are not just the beginning of a meal. They can be a meal in themselves or shareable to be enjoyed with friends any time of the…

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soup

Autumn Soups

By Susanne Bukey / November 22, 2021

Abstract: This blog post discusses new and popular soup recipes this Fall. It focuses on those with Turkey, Pumpkin, and Seafood as ingredients. Turkey Carcass soup is like chicken noodle soup, and Spicy turkey soup can either have Caribbean or Asian Flavors. Black Bean and Pumpkin Soup, Joumou (Haitian pumpkin soup), are popular, as are…

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Fall Beverages Providing Warmth and Flavor

By Susanne Bukey / November 15, 2021

As the sweltering days of summer turn into the chilly days of autumn, coffee and tea lovers look forward to the fall season for their classic pumpkin lattes, apple ciders, and hot chocolates. Coffee shops, bars, and restaurants are now taking seasonal offerings beyond the classic pumpkin spice. Lounges and bars prepare their own fresh…

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pumpkin spice

Sweet, Nice & Everything Pumpkin Spice

By Tony Lagana / November 8, 2021

If you don’t follow the Gregorian calendar or live in a place where you can’t see the seasons change, another great way to tell when the Fall season is approaching is by noticing the sudden pumpkin spice takeover. This delicious flavoring can be seen taking over menus, spice racks, and dishes all fall. Whether it’s…

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truffle

The Rise of Truffle Condiments and Seasonings

By Tony Lagana / September 13, 2021

The price of actual truffles is extravagant. With Italian white truffles often exceeding $200 per ounce and even the less-expensive black truffles still costing more than $20 per ounce, the actual fungi are out of the range of most people’s dining budgets. But that hasn’t affected people wanting that unique, luxurious flavor. Now, thanks to…

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healthy food

Healthy Food Fast

By Mary Kay LaBrie / September 6, 2021

Dieting on the Back Burner? Many people have gained weight or have put their diets/health on the back burner since the pandemic began, but since things are steadily going back to normal, many people are trying to compensate for their yearlong cheat day by eating healthy food. Some people have been able to get back…

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Think Global. Source Local.

By Dawn Ferchak / August 30, 2021

One of the most important restaurant trends is the move toward eco-consciousness. With Millenials and Gen Z moving toward their prime consumer years, it’s vital to be aware of their wants and needs. And one of the most important things that they want is eco-consciousness in the local businesses they frequent. Being environmentally conscious is…

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handheld food

Food Industry Trend: Highlighting Handheld Foods

By Susanne Bukey / August 23, 2021

Handheld foods remain engraved in the palates of every culture from any age, and in every meal period. They have become a vessel for trying new taste combinations, global flavors, preparation techniques, and just about any other food industry trend. Today, With the pandemic causing dining rooms to shut down, many chefs are turning their…

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pizza

Catalan Coca, Spain’s Original Pizza

By Susanne Bukey / August 16, 2021

Pizza is one of the best-loved foods around the world. It is also one of the most photographed foods on the internet today on every social media platform. In the United States, we dedicate February 9 as national pizza day. With its beginnings in Italy, pizza has grown into a worldwide phenomenon. Countries have their…

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