Fortunately, I haven’t been diagnosed with celiac disease, which used to be the only reason for individuals staying clear of anything with gluten in it, usually wheat related. In the past few years, however, the topic of gluten-free has become a gr
A first for the Midwest,theWIT Hotel Chicagoand its vibrant State and Lake Chicago Tavern have achieved the prestigious SPE Certified designation, which assures the guest dining experience as unique, delicious, healthy, organic, and sustainable.
What to eat for dinner tonight? Tapas to make Penelope Cruz weep? Fusion tacos? Pizza fired in a wood-burning oven imported from Italy? Or maybe just the best turkey sandwich you ever had? The wealth of choice gets overwhelming when you’re in a food
When you join up with YL Tours, you're not just visiting Puglia as a tourist, you are participating as a local immersed in some of the many day-to-day pleasures of living in this region. YL stands for Ylenia, the wonderful Puglian lady who gracious
If you have a foodie, cook or baker on your gift list, here are a few of my favorite gifting items to consider. These items lighten the prep load with interesting and fun gadgets, accessories and ingredients. Don’t forget to gift yourself. Enjoy
Healthy snacking is an oxymoron that’s easier said than done ~ all things in moderation, including snacking, and while you’re at it, make sure it’s healthy!
I’ve come across some options that are definitely healthier than many "snacks" and also t
Outside Spain, almost any Spanish restaurant throughout the world proudly serves this rice dish, studded most commonly with fish, shellfish, and select veggies. But within the country, unless a restaurant caters to tourists, paella is found largely i
Somewhat similar in feel and concept to Spain’s tapas bars, the unpretentious meyhanes of Istanbul, Turkey are a world unto themselves, frequented by young and old, rich and poor, fancy and dowdy — they’re probably the only spots in the city where yo
To most non-Spaniards, the historic city and region ofValencia is most famous for paella and oranges. There is, however, an incredible ediblenúmero tresyou probably haven’t heard of.
Even though it’s popular throughoutSpain, for whatever reason th
The annual New York Culinary Experience, hosted by New York magazine and The French Culinary Institute, is a culinary camp for foodies that offers guests the opportunity to cook hands-on and side-by-side with some of the world's most renowned chefs i
Honoring those of Spanish, Mexican, Cuban, Caribbean and South American lineage, “Hispanic Heritage Month” is a time to recognize the many contributions of these peoples throughout history. This celebration began under President Johnson in 1968 as Hi
I've been experimenting more than usual with spices recently, and so pungent Hungarian paprika has been very much on my radar, bringing back memories of a three-week stint in Hungary several years ago. This spice is used in cookery throughout much of
With its romantic Mediterranean flair, rich cuisine and millennia-old history, Spain has captured the hearts of many – including world-famous Hollywood actress Gwyneth Paltrow. There’s no denying that the 40-year-old celebrity has had a long love af