I think we can learn a good deal from the Mediterranean lifestyle. According to the American Heart Association there is no conclusive evidence that the Mediterranean Diet is the best way to eat because there are so many other variables to consider. There are many countries that border the Mediterranean sea and diets can vary slightly from country to country and regions within countries. However,…
Over the past few years I have been a volunteer chef along with some friends at a local pre-school in my community. A large percentage of the pre-schoolers are homeless and in need of a warm, nutritious meal. They are provided with a daily warm breakfast, and lunch. Multiple groups/businesses take part in feeding the kids. Some dishes we have prepared in the past are:…
You are at a BBQ and your host flips the cooked chicken with the same tongs he used to flip the raw chicken. You A) eat it anyway, and say nothing. B) don’t eat it, and say something later that night or another day. C) as the host is cooking offer to wash the tongs to help out and at another time mention the dangers…
I have so many fond memories of 4th of July Celebrations spent with my family at the beach. We could see all the dazzling fireworks right from the rooftop deck of the beach house. It was a spectacular display that lasted an eternity to me. I try to keep the memories alive with the food I serve at our family celebrations. If you are throwing…