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Smoked Paprika Shrimp on Dashi Cous Cous

Smoked Paprika Shrimp on Dashi Cous Cous

Looking for shrimp recipes with international flair? Consider this Smoked Paprika Shrimp on Dashi Cous Cous. It’s a culinary excursion with stops in North Africa, Asia and Latin...

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Arroz con Pollo

Rosaliné: A Delicious Comeback for Chef Ricardo Zarate

Chef Ricardo Zarate returns to the LA cuisine scene with a taste of Peru that delightfully combines authenticity and refinement. Not so long ago, chef Ricardo Zarate seemed...

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hamburger and fries

What’s Really in Your Food?

It’s time to give your shopping list a spring cleaning! Rick offers advice on what to buy organic and what not to buy at all. Everyday health is sustained by how we fuel our...

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pasta and grains

Saying Goodbye to Gluten

What’s forbidden when you go gluten-free? You might have noticed gluten-free foods in your local supermarket. These are both for people who’ve been diagnosed with a gluten...

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spikedSeltzer

Booze News You Can Use: SpikedSeltzer Makes for Tasty Tippling

Once upon a time, one’s tippling options were limited to beer, wine and cocktails. These were eventually joined by a bevy of fruity concoctions. Oh, you know the usual suspects:...

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Freixnet extra dry

Freixenet: An Expert Recommends the Best Way to Enjoy Cold Cava

Want to enjoy Your bubbly better during this season of celebration? Jane Scott of Freixenet, purveyors of fine Cava, gave us some tips: Try chilling your sparkling beverage for...

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bacon-wrapped scallop with a bloody mary sauce

A Bacon-Wrapped Scallop with a Bloody Mary Kick

A Bacon-Wrapped Scallop with a Bloody Mary Kick If you’re cooking for your special somebody this valentine’s day, here’s something in romantic red that will make them come...

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Black Bass with Bacon Dashi

Gayle’s 5 Best Healthy Gourmet Recipes of the Year

For you health conscious foodies out there, we’ve looked back at some of Gayle’s recipes, and have chosen five healthy meal ideas to help you find the slender you...

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Raw Spice Bar

Raw Spice Bar Puts Flavor at Your Fingertips with Home Delivery

Looking to put some zest into any festive occasion? You Can wow your fellow revelers early this year by whipping up some super seasonal dishes with the help of RawSpiceBars’...

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Clover Bartender

Take Your Pick of 3 Hot Places to Eat in Brooklyn

Looking for places to nosh without schlepping into midtown Manhattan? Well, we have a few suggestions to suit the hungry New Yorker that is you. The Brooklyn Star 593 Lorimer St....

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Steamed mussels with wine

Steamed PEI Mussels with Wine in Egg Cream Sauce

Serves 3 to 4 Steamed PEI mussels with wine, shallots, and garlic in egg cream sauce, myoga ginger and scallion During this festive time of year, crafting menus for holiday...

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Bourbon Marinated Wagyu Strip Steak

A Recipe for Bourbon Marinated Wagyu Steak That’s Actually Healthy

Craving red meat? Treat yourself with this Bourbon caper marinated Wagu NY strip on white asparagus, shallot garlic jam and Worcestershire gastrique. When it comes to beef, this...

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