Sure, one must respect the knobby, ugly, workhorse vegetables of winter. And cold-weather citrus is certainly delightful. But spring can compete with summer when it comes to producing a rainbow of delicious, good-for-you treats at the farmer’s market, farm stand or garden. We’re so relieved when the season’s bounty finally makes a cameo each year. Here are ...

French for under vacuum, sous vide is an easy but technology-friendly process. And though it might sound fancy, home cooks who love the technique swear by its ability to perfectly and evenly cook steaks, chops, shanks and more. Sous vide cooking involves three easy steps: (1) taking your favorite protein be it salmon, steak, or chicken, (2) sealing it in a bag, and...

They say that experiences are better than things. But we don’t hear much about the things from our experiences. And that should change! Because souvenirs are a great way to keep the memory of a trip alive. Of course, we’re going to be partial to souvenirs that are food- or kitchen-related. No matter where you’re headed this summer (whether you’re plan...

Ah, the sad desk lunch. We’ve all been there, moving quickly in the morning and throwing tuna on top of bread and calling it “done.” Opening up the reusable container at 1 o’clock and spying a pile of mushy starch and scattered tuna salad might leave you feeling more daunted than delighted, though. You may even end up ordering lunch in.And what’...

Fall is a wonderful time of year — the leaves change colors, pumpkin spice lattes are back and of course, a favorite holiday for young and old, Halloween! Its the one night a year when you can become anything that you want (like your childhood dream of becoming an astronaut or cowboy) and its perfectly acceptable to eat all the candy you desire.Its also the perfect hol...

Coffee is awesome, there is no arguing with that. But for some, coffee can cause anxiety, insomnia, nausea and stomach issues.If you are looking to boost your morning without any side effects, we have compiled 8 coffee alternatives that not only give you that zap of energy needed, but also have incredible benefits for your health.Health Benefits of Yerba MateThis plant-based...

“The first time I made a chocolate cake on a weeknight, it was a disaster,” writes Michelle Lopez, the voice behind the Instagram account and baking blog Hummingbird High. She wanted to bake for a co-workers baby shower the next day but, hours after beginning the project, “I found myself in the kitchen, covered in flour and cocoa powder and staring at two s...

We all know about April Fools Day and sometimes other holidays like Easter and Passover fall in this first full month of Spring. But, for 2013 we dug deep to find the wackiest reasons to celebrate the 4th month of the year. We need them since we dont have any holidays or half days to look forward to!Read the questions after each occasion and answer as many as you want in the...

Though they occupy the same date on the calendar, Halloween and Da de Muertos are very different celebrations. The latter, a traditional Mexican holiday (often called Da de los Muertos or “Day of the Dead” stateside), celebrates the lives of loved ones who have passed away. Its hallmarks might include bright flowers, home altars, special foods and graveyards visi...

Plus: Why everyone you know seems to be baking (hint: stress!), David Chang's new Netflix show, and the health foods invading your beauty products. The stroodle or straws made out of pasta are taking over bars across Italy as a replacement for plastic straws. Just don't use them when you're drinking a hot beverage! Baking a batch of homemade cookies doesn't just provide...