Food And Beverage

BPT Fall brings cooler temperatures, changing leaves, and most importantly (many will argue) football! Nothing beats rooting for your team with good friends and good game grub. Whether you’ll be cheering from the couch or chanting in the stadium, you can easily up your game when it comes to awesome tailgate fare. Make these dishes…

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BPT When it comes to game day food, are you bored by brats and beer? If you’re looking to step up your game and serve daring game day fare, why not try something new with a creative food and wine pairing? “When I have the guys over for a game, I try to use my…

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BPT When it comes to cooking, you’re always on the lookout for new recipes, easy shortcuts and ways to make familiar recipes healthier without sacrificing the great taste. If you are a health-minded cook, here are some tips to get you started: 1. Add colors to your foods – Colorful fruits and vegetables quickly decorate…

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BPT As the school year begins, some parents may find that the most chaotic time of the day is around 3 p.m. when class is dismissed and the juggling act of homework, soccer practice and piano lessons begins. With so much going on, it’s important to keep kids energized and focused by providing them with…

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BPT What fun is life without a little adventure? An amazing trip is more appealing than a staycation, a new workout routine beats running the same old mile, and the hot new comedy club is more interesting than watching TV reruns. The same is true in the kitchen. New recipes are more exciting than the…

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ABOVE PHOTO:  Frozen Pineapple Cream Cheese Torte Secrets to staying cool in the kitchen and eating well this summer BPT During the heat of summer, no one wants to spend time in the kitchen when the stove or oven is in use. But if you hate to give up the dishes your family loves until…

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ABOVE PHOTO:  Introduce seasonal hues to your table by mixing in colored glass and using soup bowls for summer salads.   BPT Warm days are here, as summer traditionally kicks off the outdoor entertaining season. But this year, tradition takes a new direction. More hosts are breaking the boundaries of indoor versus outdoor entertaining. Gone…

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BPT Cheeseburgers, chicken thighs and hot dogs are common fare at summer barbeques, but what about guests who are looking to reduce their meat intake? In addition to traditional meat dishes, there are many ways to prepare meals on the grill that everyone can enjoy, including vegetarians. “Eating more meatless meals is one way to…

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BPT  The Kentucky Derby, held the first Saturday in May, may be responsible for making mint the king of summertime drinks. Along with big hats, the Derby is famous for its mint juleps, kicking off the warm weather season. This year, mint is making its mark in the culinary scene in some new and unexpected…

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If you haven’t had a Whimsicle yet, you need to.  By Denise Clay There are few things harder than being a diabetic food critic. Sure, you get to try all kinds of food as a food critic, but you still have to keep a tight eye on everything that you eat because of the diabetes….

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