Link Time: Burger King's St. Patty's Day Giveaway


Updated 03/14/12 10:50 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Free Fries at Burger King on St. Patrick's Day

Burger King's St. Patty's Day giveaway — HuffPost Food How long does an open bottle of wine keep? — MyRecipes The most life-changing burger in America — Bites on Today Olive Garden critic Marilyn Hagerty reviews a New York City hot dog — Grub Street NY Fried foods from the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo — Serious Eats Just awesome: Transylvanian chimney cakes — Saveur Are your Read more

5 Diet Foods That Are Making You Fat


Updated 11/26/11 9:16 PM · Posted by · 2 comments

Diet Foods That Actually Make You Fat

We are excited to share one of our fave stories from Prevention here on FitSugar! Improve your weight loss plan by avoiding these health diet disasters By Alyssa Shaffer Thanks to confusing labels and unearned reputations, it's difficult to know what's good for you. You might automatically reach for items with a "health halo," such as spaghetti sauce (love that lycopene!), or labels like reduced Read more

The Office, "Garden Party": Best Lines of the Night


Updated 10/16/11 2:48 AM · Posted by · 4 comments

The Office Recap "Garden Party"

On this week's The Office, we're thrown back into Andy's world. He's still trying to seek praise and approval from the new boss in true Bernard style: by throwing an oh-so-elegant garden party. And what better location to throw a dignified shindig than the super classy Schrute Beet Farm? Since Dwight's trying to break into the high-end entertaining world, he's thrilled for the opportunity to Read more

Jamie Oliver on Food Revolution 2, Huntington a Year Later, and LA Schools


Updated 04/20/11 3:36 AM · Posted by · 6 comments

Jamie Oliver Talks About Food Revolution Season 2

With Jamie Oliver's Food Revolution, British culinary celebrity Jamie Oliver has made a name for himself as an advocate for healthier American eating. The show's first season, shot in obesity-stricken Huntington, WV, received critical acclaim and garnered a Primetime Emmy in 2010. Food Revolution's second season returns to ABC April 12 at 8 p.m. The comeback takes place in Los Angeles and faces Read more

A Day in the Life of Lee Schrager


Updated 08/22/11 1:28 PM · Posted by YumSugar · 1 comment

Lee Schrager Daily Life

Lee Schrager is the mastermind behind the nation's biggest food events, including the upcoming New York City Wine and Food Festival. Here's what he did on Saturday, Aug. 20. 6:00 a.m.: I was up and ready for the day in East Hampton, waiting for my yoga instructor to begin our morning class. I’ve been doing yoga at the house for the last three Summers with Corey, who is the ex-boyfriend of my Read more

Healthy Dose Link Time: Workouts Built For Commercial Breaks


Updated 08/11/11 10:44 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 0 comments

Olive Garden Diners Exposed to Hepatitis A

Have you tried the commercial break workout yet? — Peanut Butter Fingers Dangers of eating out: Olive Garden diners exposed to hepatitis A — Health Make the most of your vacation with these fun beach-calorie burners — Fitness On your mark, get set, go! The best yoga DVDs for runners — Fit Bottomed Girls So much goodness packed into one veggie burger: black bean hemp superfood patties Read more

8 Delicious Things to Do With Mint


Updated 08/08/11 3:16 PM · Posted by · 3 comments

What to Make With Mint

With its strong familiar fragrance and structured bright leaves, mint is an easy herb to identify. It also thrives when growing and can take over the pot it's planted in, so it's best to grow mint in its own area. If you have mint in your garden, you might end up with a surplus of the flavorful leaves, but there's plenty of ways to make use of this hearty herb. Here are some suggestions: Use as Read more

How Much That Protein Is Going to Cost You


Updated 10/14/11 11:51 AM · Posted by · 5 comments

Cost and Calorie Comparison of Different Sources of Protein

In a recent post, I mentioned that I always choose Greek yogurt over regular since the protein amount in the Greek variety is almost tripled. Yes, Greek yogurt is a little pricier, but I feel like I am getting more protein bang for my buck. This yogurt comparison inspired me to investigate other forms of protein and how their prices compare. I collated my findings in this handy chart, basing the Read more

8 Healthy Fast Food Options


Updated 10/14/11 11:50 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 27 comments

Healthy Fast Food Options

With the latest study claiming fast food is as addictive as drugs, breaking your Mickey D's habit cold turkey may be a bit daunting. Luckily, there are some healthy, or healthier, options at your fave fast food joints that can help you stay on track, even when you (accidentally) find yourself in the drive-through line. Here are eight of our picks: McDonald's — The Caesar Salad with Grilled Read more

Lessons From the White House Chef


Updated 10/14/11 11:49 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 4 comments

White House Chef Sam Kass Spreads Healthy Eating Lessons

Part of Michelle Obama's master plan to reform eating habits in this country includes the directive of a young chef named Sam Kass. Kass has been the Obamas' personal chef for several years now, and when the Obamas packed up and moved to the White House, he did too. Kass, 29, plays more than cook at his current post: he is the first White House chef to have an actual desk in the East Wing and Read more