What would chocolate be without Jews? In summer 2011, I attended a lecture on the history of chocolate. I learned that Jewish growers, manufacturers, traders and chefs have played an integral role in bringing this
Chocolate. Just the word conjures up the taste of rich hot cocoa and the snap of a pure chocolate bar. For some, it is tied to the memory of a favorite birthday cake or the
I have to admit: This is the first time I cooked tofu at home! Ooh, and it was delish! Even my meat-loving hubby enjoyed it. I read some articles, skimmed many recipes, and then decided
In my unending quest to get people to eat more veggies, I'm always trying to think of more ways to get those veggies to taste delicious. I have two favorite methods for making it easier
I love hunting for a bargain. Outlet stores, by taking out the middleman or removing a step in the manufacturing process, bring down their costs and can pass the savings on to customers. Food
Green Monsters. Lean Green Machines. Blended Salads. These are all creative names for what I call my green smoothie. The beauty of this type of drink is that the sweetness of the fruit masks the
Dietitians often focus on eating the rainbow of fruits and vegetables for good variety of nutrients—and this is a great way to have beautiful and nutritious meals. This may lead you to think that cauliflower—which
Forget the perfect family fantasy for a second—we all live in the real world where mornings are hectic, kids are choosy and lunch periods are short. This makes knowing how to pack a nutritious and
I love sardines. Grilled, marinated or roasted these are great little fish. Plus, they put me in touch with my heritage. Sardines were one of most common fish eaten in the traditional Greek-Mediterranean diet. Contrary
Until recently, cauliflower and I were not on good terms. I would always pass it by at the grocery store and ignore it on restaurant menus. I never really considered it as a viable option
The holiday decorations are down. Family and friends have returned to their homes. The leftovers are long gone. And truthfully, so is the euphoria of a New Year as January comes to a close and
Without protein, life would not exist. Its essential amino acids aid in the building of tissues, cells and DNA. Because it is so important, it’s crucial to consume proteins that best support health and proper
If you think the Americans are the world's biggest beef eaters, think again. Argentineans and Uruguayans lead the way, consuming around 132 pounds of beef per person per year. Meanwhile, Americans eat about 95 pounds
The NBC hit show, The Biggest Loser, now in its 14th season, is well known for its rigorous (to put it mildly) workout sessions where contestants are regularly driven to the brink of collapse in
Even before moving overseas, I loved to travel. Maybe that is why I was so open to dropping everything and moving to the tiny island of Terceira back in 2009 when my husband received orders
I often challenge myself to use an ingredient in a new and unexpected way. The results — pumpkin mac 'n' cheese or chocolate barbeque sauce — are usually delicious. Okay, perhaps cucumber cookies weren't such
The next time you see someone eating something delicious—think truffles or mom’s apple pie—take note of their face. See how the more they eat the happier they become? That’s me when I eat wonderfully prepared
On the evening of January 25, 2013, Jews around the world will celebrate the holiday of Tu B'Shevat, also known as the "Holiday of Trees." It's a minor holiday, not mentioned specifically in the Bible
Today’s kids get about 500 calories a day from snacks, but the big problem is what they’re snacking on. According to researchers at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, children get most of
I discovered kale a few years ago and it quickly became one of my favorite vegetables and a frequent guest on our family dinner table. Last time we talked food (one of my kids’ favorite