Food And Beverage

ABOVE PHOTO:  Peach Smoothie   FAMILY FEATURES Summer provides an abundance of delicious, fresh-picked flavors, giving home chefs plenty of opportunities to use them in both classic recipes and newfound favorites. From sides to salads to smoothies and everything in between, summer is all about creating dishes that taste tempting, bright and balanced. Using seasonal…

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Grill with your children for an exciting shared experience FAMILY FEATURES Many of today’s families have something in the kitchen that previous generations didn’t — more men involved in meal preparation. On the Fourth of July, that trend will likely continue as men –especially fathers, take to the grill to prepare popular summer fare for…

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FAMILY FEATURES Nothing brings people together like a barbecue. There seems to be something about being outdoors and the sizzle of fresh food on the grill that makes you want to gather with family and friends. This summer, you can be the hero of your grill with a few simple tips and tricks: • A…

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ABOVE PHOTO:  Chef Kurt Evans prepares the Tomato Salad which was the first course of the Art of the Flavor Dinner which was the signature event for the Black Restaurant Week. This was the first time Philadelphia offered Black Restaurant Week. The event is running through Sunday, June 17th. This dinner was held at the…

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Philadelphia salutes African-American, African, and Caribbean culinary contributions with its inaugural Philadelphia Black Restaurant Week. Philadelphia Black Restaurant Week (PHILLYBRW)- Black Restaurant Week (BRW), originally created in Houston, TX, is introducing its culinary series of taste-filled festivities to Philadelphia. From June 10-June 17, 2018, Philadelphia will celebrate the flavors of African-American, African, and Caribbean cuisines….

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ABOVE PHOTO:  From left: Donald Stevenson, Brandon Andrews, Casting Partner/Producer for Shark Tank and Anthony Roebuck   By Leah Fletcher Sometimes you’re just craving a beef burger, but want a healthier version that doesn’t sacrifice the juicy, delicious taste. The turkey burger is often suggested as a healthy alternative for your greasy sandwich, but there…

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BPT As the weather heats up around the country, so do the grills. You don’t need to be a pitmaster to enjoy the fresh flavors that only come from grilling. A few simple tips and creative tricks will help you perfectly grill foods so juicy and delicious, you’ll impress even the pickiest of palates. Keep…

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NAPSI Sweet potatoes are trending and are all the rage — as they should be! One medium California sweet potato has only 105 calories and 0g of fat, yet this versatile veggie contains more than 80 nutrients including protein, manganese, carotene, potassium, calcium, vitamin C and more than an entire day’s worth of vitamin A….

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Family Features With nearly one-third of Americans suffering from sleep disturbances, according to research from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, now is the time to rethink your bedtime routine and consider more natural ways to get a good night’s rest. However, implementing those changes doesn’t have to mean overhauling the way you live….

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ABOVE PHOTO:  Crab Salad Family Features From the trees to the breeze, picnics are a fun way your family can soak up the sunshine while enjoying a delicious and nutritious meal together. “Picnics should be a prescription for health,” said Annessa Chumbley, a registered dietitian nutritionist and TV host . “They accomplish three amazing things needed…

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