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INTERNATIONAL HOME + HOUSEWARES SHOW 2016 ~ PART TWO
In "Part Two", I continue with my show recap and additional product reviews that include Berry Breeze, DrawerDecor, French Bull, Fresh Waves, FlatBox, Polar Bottle, Progressive International, and RefresH2Go.. These products make it easier and more
Read more…Culinary tourism: food as a tourism marketing agent
There's little doubt that food is a major part of the tourism experience. If tourism is about seeing new sights and having new and unique experiences, then the culinary world is a major part of the tourism experience. Because eating is an essential
NATIONAL RESTAURANT ASSOCIATION SHOW 2016 ~ PART TWO
Sushi Pizza
Is the raw tuna pizza at Origin Thai II in Morristown, NJ, the best of all possible sushi pizzas?
7 top restaurants in foodie mecca Portland, Oregon
The "foodie" revolution shows no signs of slowing down, and the dining scene in one of the foremost cities that helped ignite it is still going strong, as well. From creative New American (especially drawing upon the traditions and bounty of the grea
FOODIE THROW TOGETHER & RANDOM COOKING ~ PART ONE
Journey with me January 2015 to June 2015 and discover my recipes, tips, and hints.
http://terryssecondhelpings.blogspot.com/2016/01/foodie-throw-together-random-cooking.html
Read more…PASSED HORS D'OEUVRES
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In this new and ongoing segment, I’ll be sharing with you some of my recent food related experiences. These can range anywhere from food and beverage products, to gadgets, to cooking implements, to places,
Read more…5 of the world's sweetest chocolate destinations
Fewer foodstuffs in the world today seem to have more fans than xocolātl, the cacao-based infusion the Spanish conquistadors found quaffed by the elites of Aztec, Mayan, and other Mesoamerica societies they conquered. Back then, it was not necessaril
LATEST TASTINGS ~ HITHER & YON ~ PART TWO"
...tasting and cooking experiences that include reviews of events at Hilton Chicago Hotel, Drake Oak Brook, Riva on Navy Pier, Pirch Chicago, Kohler Original Chocolates, and more....
http://terryssecondhelpings.blogspot.com/2015/10/latest-tastin
Read more…MY LATEST TASTINGS ~ HITHER & YON ~ PART ONE
...reviews of Prairie Grass Cafe, Quartino Ristorante & Wine Bar and The Spirit of Italy Liqueurs...plus some detail on Midwest food and wine events, including Chicago Gourmet 2015, Abbey Resort & Avani Spa Unwind Wine Series, and Kohler Food & Wi
Read more…9 foods not to eat before flying
In this day and age, for every person who takes care about what he or she eats, it seems many more are still fairly careless about it. But even those who watch what they eat may not realize that conditions while flying in a commercial jetliner – espe
Its Dinner Time
s 7:00pm and everybody is anxiously waiting for dinner to be served from the Four Season Restaurant & Bar at the Sunset Bay Club & SeaSide Dive Resort. The tasty fragrance can be scented from a distance and if you are in your room then you are forced
Read more…9 foods not to eat before flying
In this day and age, for every person who takes care about what he or she eats, it seems many more are still fairly careless about it. But even those who watch what they eat may not realize that conditions while flying in a commercial jetliner – espe
CULINARY MÉLANGE ~ A JOURNEY OF DISCOVERY
...my tasting discoveries continue...
http://terryssecondhelpings.blogspot.com/2015/07/culinary-melange-journey-of-discovery.html
Read more…IN MY BACKYARD ~ COOKING CLASS IS NOW IN SESSION
Two recent cooking demonstrations I attended, included one at a local library, and the other at a meditation center...featured dishes were seasonal...tastings and recipes followed each session...my article includes the delicious recipes.
Read more…GIFTS THAT BRIGHTEN THE SEASON
...my latest article feature includes food, wine, kitchen gadgets, entertaining, and gift basket ideas...perfect for the busy holidays, regardless which one you celebrate...
http://terryssecondhelpings.blogspot.com/2015/11/gift-ideas-that-brighten
Read more…LATEST TASTINGS ~ HITHER & YON ~ PART THREE
....reviews of the Yard House restaurant-sports bar and the International Wine & Fine Food Expo...
http://terryssecondhelpings.blogspot.com/2015/11/latest-tastings-hither-yon-part-three.html
Read more…THAT'S ITALIAN
Celebrating my heritage, National Italian Heritage Month, Alessi Foods, and my recipe takes.
http://terryssecondhelpings.blogspot.com/2015/10/thats-italian.html
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