Dust the cobwebs off that barbecue: it's time to grill!
Posted on Thursday, April 11, 2013 by HylaryL
Now that the weather is warming up, it’s time to clear the cobwebs off the barbecue and get to grilling! This fun outdoor cooking method offers up plenty of new opportunities for chefs to experiment with different flavors and techniques, but also has some health benefits as well. According to an article published by Botsford Hospital at Michigan State University, there are four major health . . . more »
Sometimes cooking something delicious and healthy after a long day of school, work or taking care of the family can be a real hassle. But before you reach for your phone to order pizza, why not plan ahead and make something everyone can enjoy in one of the handiest tools ever created for the kitchen: the slow cooker! Slow cookers (a.k.a. crock pots) are an . . . 
I think we can all agree that some of the best, most flavorful food in the world originates from the multitude of cuisines found in Asia and its surrounding islands. From Chinese to Japanese to Thai food and more, the list goes on and on of delicious culinary treasures that anyone regardless of their nationality or ethnicity can enjoy. The only problem? Though generally quite . . . 
Who doesn't remember that joyful feeling we experienced as a child opening a fresh Twinkie, finishing off a circus train shaped box of animal crackers or licking your fingers to get the last little bits in a bag of Corn Nuts. Those special snacks always inspire a nostalgic feeling for days past, and, unfortunately, remind us of how lacking in nutrition our treats really were. . . . 
It seems like going gluten-free is the new thing to do in the world of diets and nutrition, but for those of us who suffer from Celiac's Disease, gluten sensitivities or wheat allergies, it's more than just a fad. But with all of the gluten-free products available out there, where do you even start if you're just beginning on your life without wheat? If your . . . 
February 14th might be the day of love, but for so many of us it seems to be more like the day of indulging on candies, cookies, cake and chocolate. Want to celebrate Valentine's Day without ruining your diet? We have some books that can help you! Check out the list below for some healthy alternatives to the traditional Valentine's Day goodies and reserve your . . . 
We are all on the hunt for delicious, healthy and quick meals to take with us to work or school instead of the classic (but often boring) sandwich or leftovers. Well search no more: try salad in a jar! This handy idea is becoming more and more popular, and is an easy way to prepare tasty and nutritious meals for the whole week. The internet . . . 
Author and registered dietitian David Grotto lets you know how to get the most nutrients with each bite in his new book, The Best Things You Can Eat. Full of information on which foods nutritionally pack the most punch, Grotto's research can help you determine what to pick up or pass up while grocery shopping. In an interview with the Huffington Post in December, Grotto . . . 
Everyone knows that many animals survive by foraging, searching for edible plants, berries, mushrooms, nuts and seeds, etc. in their habitat. But did you know that foraging can be a fun and beneficial hobby for us humans, too? Foraging has a long history in the bay area, with groups meeting regularly to celebrate nature's wild growing gifts and to promote sustainability of our landscapes. For . . . 
2012 is singing its swan song, and now it's time to look forward to a wonderful year in 2013! So many of us resolve every year to get healthier, eat better, diet, and exercise more...so why doesn't it ever seem to stick? This New Years, instead of deciding to start a new fad diet program, why not resolve to increase what you know of nutrition . . . 
Thanksgiving is just a few days away, and for those who are worried about eating healthy, avoiding some of the more indulgent dishes at the table can be tough. If you're interested in finding out more about what you put on your Thanksgiving plate, check out some of the Santa Clara County Library District's online resources that you can access for free with your library . . . 
As fall marches on towards winter, it's time to think about the good, hearty recipes that will get you and your family through the cold months ahead. In Portland, Oregon-based author Diane Morgan's new cookbook, Roots , discover more than 225 delicious recipes all featuring one common ingredient: a root vegetable! This beautifully photographed and extensive collection is divided up into sections with recipes focusing . . .