Tasting Traditions: What Do You Know About Wedding Foods?


Updated 04/12/11 4:50 AM · Posted by YumSugar · 0 comments

Wedding Food and Drink Traditions and Trivia

From sumptuous wedding cakes to rice thrown after a reception, food and drink play an important role in weddings. The exact traditions, however, vary from place to place. I've cooked up a quiz that covers all manner of food- and drink-related wedding traditions from all over the world. See how much you know while you feast on these facts. Take the Quiz Read more

20 Things to Do With All Those Leftover Glass Baby Food Jars


Updated 05/22/12 1:24 PM · Posted by · 3 comments

How to Reuse Baby Food Jars

Recycling's great, but upcycling is both fun and productive! Baby food pouches may be slowly overtaking traditional glass jars when it comes to lil ones' pureed food, but that doesn't mean the ubiquitous jars aren't taking up precious space on mama's countertop. Before dumping them in the recycle bin, check out some interesting ways the jars can live a second life — your counter and the Read more

Food and Drink Wedding Traditions of the British Royals


Updated 04/28/11 4:25 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

Royal Wedding Food Traditions

It's here! The week of the royal wedding has finally arrived, and there's no doubt it'll be the biggest celebration England's seen so far this century. Still, Prince William and Kate Middleton have some pretty big shoes to fill: they'll be following in the footsteps of Prince Charles and Princess Diana, Queen Elizabeth and her husband, Prince Philip, and Queen Victoria and Prince Albert. With Read more

Trendspotting: Southeast Asian Fast-Casual Restaurants


Updated 05/18/12 2:26 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Food Trend: Asian Fast-Casual Restaurants

In the past year, there's been significant growth nationwide in the number of fast-casual eateries, from burger joints to healthier comfort-food fixtures. The latest craze we've noticed hitting this scene? Asian-themed chain restaurants. Chipotle could've tackled a number of ethnic eats, so the Mexican chain certainly caught our attention when it unveiled its plan for ShopHouse Southeast Asian Read more

5 Creative Ways to Utilize Cream Cheese


Updated 05/16/12 12:36 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

How to Use Cream Cheese

While there's nothing tastier than a big schmear of cream cheese on a freshly toasted bagel, this tasty spread can multitask in some amazing ways. Whether you're going for something savory or sweet, cream cheese can add a layer of delicious decadence that won't go unnoticed by the people who love to chow down on your food. Ready to get inspired? Here are five creative ways to make the most of the Read more

Bento: The Original Boxed Lunch


Updated 05/11/12 5:10 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Japanese Bento Boxes

Many of us wish we brought our lunch to work more often, and while leftovers and sandwiches are delicious options, sometimes we're looking for out-of-the-box ideas. Might I suggest you start searching in the box with a bento lunch? This Japanese boxed lunch has a long history, but these days it's a delicious, healthy, and convenient lunch option, perfect for Spring picnics or munching at your Read more

Boulder, CO: A Food Mecca in the Rockies


Updated 05/14/12 12:07 PM · Posted by · 3 comments

Where to Eat in Boulder, CO

Recently, I found myself with the prospect of being in Boulder, CO, for a long weekend. It was an opportunity that I seized faster than a dog would take leftovers. Aside from being home to the University of Colorado's flagship college campus, Boulder's also known for its food-centric, health-focused, and highly educated population — last year, it was even named America's Foodiest Town by Bon Read more

Bluegrass Bites: Traditional Cuisine From Kentucky


Updated 05/07/12 12:33 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

Traditional Foods From Kentucky and the Kentucky Derby

Kentucky is perhaps best known for thoroughbred horse racing, mint juleps, and — lately — its national championship-winning college basketball team. But the state is quite a foodie haven with a rich culinary tradition. Thanks to the many ethnic influences on its cuisine, Kentuckians have developed a diverse array of foods over the last few centuries that make the state a worthy destination Read more

Kim Kardashian Gets Slim by Slamming Gluten


Updated 05/07/12 10:10 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Kim Kardashian Goes Gluten-Free

Add Kim Kardashian to the list of celebs praising a gluten-free diet. Along with this sexy snapshot, Kim tweeted, "Gluten free is the way to be . . . " Kim is all about maintaining her slim figure complete with those signature curves. Earlier this year, she revealed the secret to keeping her size-2 body, telling Us Weekly, "Changing my eating habits makes a big difference," which includes Read more

Share Your Food Photos With Us!


Updated 05/05/12 9:20 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Share Food Pictures on YumSugar

We want to know what you are growing, cooking, eating, and sipping! Take this crepe breakfast I recently shared as an example. Every so often, my family gets together for a feast of North African crepes topped with fresh fruit, sliced almonds, and honey (optional: leftover Easter candy). It's delicious and one of my favorite traditions. Share your own great photos of your food traditions and Read more