Join Us at the Table For a Virtual Super Bowl Spread!


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Virtual Super Bowl Spread

Can't wait for the Super Bowl to be here already? Well then you've lucked out, because this year, game day's come early — online, at least. Food Network's brought together some of the country's top food outlets for a virtual Super Bowl spread. From cocktails and appetizers to main dishes and desserts, this meal's got it all — and each recipe is one that you can re-create yourself at home. Read more

Ruth Reichl: "American Food Is the Best in the World Right Now"


Updated 01/15/12 1:04 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

Ruth Reichl Interview at the Good Food Awards

This weekend, food artisans from around the country are being honored in the second annual Good Food Awards, which celebrate American food producers who enhance the country's agricultural landscape and help to build community. While the awards are relatively new to the gastronomic landscape, they're already backed by some of the country's biggest food influencers, such as Whole Foods, and seminal Read more

Gilt Groupe to Launch Online Food Site With Ruth Reichl


Updated 03/30/11 6:56 PM · Posted by · 2 comments

Gilt to Launch Food Website, Gilt Taste, Headed by Gourmet's Ruth Reichl

After Gourmet magazine folded in October 2009, everyone wondered what Editor in Chief Ruth Reichl's next move would be. She laid low for awhile, but now she's jumping back into the food industry in a big way. Not only is Reichl a judge on the upcoming third season of Top Chef Masters, but she's also involved with the Gilt Groupe's latest project, a new food website, Gilt Taste. The site will be Read more

The Shopping Mall Is the Next Great Food Frontier


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Trend Alert: Shopping Malls Offer Gourmet Groceries and Prepared Foods

Considering the rapid growth of farmers markets over the last decade, it's no surprise that mall operators want a piece of the gourmet provisions pie, too. Mall operators like Macerich Co. and Westfield Group are beginning to open markets inside their properties, where vendors can sell, among other items, gourmet prepared foods and groceries such as heirloom coffee, small-batch vinegars, artisan Read more

Join Us For a Virtual Cookie Swap!


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2011 Cookie Swap Recipe Ideas

All that holiday gifting is only half the merriment of the holidays. The rest of it — in our opinion, at least! — comes from the joy of making and savoring special holiday treats that only come once a year. The minute Thanksgiving passed, we move on to dreaming about all the holiday dessert possibilities, and there are simply too many on our to-make list to name. From gingerbread cookies to Read more

Turkey For Tots: Thanksgiving-Themed Purees For Babies


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Thanksgiving Baby Purees

Baby's first Thanksgiving may entail a special bib, a personalized place mat, and plenty of attention from fawning relatives, but it probably doesn't include a plate of turkey, sweet potatoes, and stuffing. Just because your lil one is too small for the buffet line, doesn't mean she has to miss out on the holidays delicious flavors. Turkey day favorites lend themselves to baby purees neutral Read more

10 Animal-Free Gifts For the Vegan Foodie


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Holiday Gift Ideas For Vegans

For us omnivores, it may be hard to imagine that a diet free from any and all animal products qualifies as being gourmet. But I know quite a few vegans that are accomplished and talented home chefs, proving that you don't need filet mignon, cheese, or butter to serve up a stellar five-course meal. If you have a vegan food lover in your life, then we have the perfect holiday gift list. Any one of Read more

Join Us at the Table For a Virtual Thanksgiving Feast!


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Virtual Thanksgiving Feast

Can't wait for Turkey Day to be here, already? Well, then you've lucked out, because this year, Thanksgiving's come early — online, at least. Food Network's brought together some of the country's top food outlets for a virtual holiday feast. From cocktails and appetizers to main dishes and desserts, this meal's got it all — and each recipe is one that you can re-create yourself at home. Given Read more

Favorite Festivities From LA Food & Wine


Updated 10/24/11 11:56 AM · Posted by YumSugar · 2 comments

2011 LA Food and Wine Photos

This past week, a smattering of our favorite chefs from across the country descended upon the first annual Los Angeles Food & Wine festival, whipping up a taste of their famous dishes and desserts. Culinary personalities like Guy Fieri, Wolfgang Puck, and Tyler Florence walked the red carpet — but not without also plating gourmet finger foods and sweet treats. For a few of our favorite Read more

Green Juice: So Hot Right Now


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Food Trends: Green Juice

Pork belly, short ribs, and chocolate are all expected to make an appearance at a food festival, but this time I was astounded to find another item added to the regular rotation of palate-pleasing foods: green juice. These freshly pressed and bottled juices showed up everywhere at the weekend's events, from the grand tasting, where festivalgoers checked out the Blueprint Cleanse booth and the Read more