Mario Batali's Simple Food, and More Food News For July 7

Food Section Sampler — July 7, 2010

Mario Batali's latest cookbook stresses simple, straightforward cooking. — San Francisco Chronicle
How the Obamas wield their political influence at the nation's top restaurant tables. — Los Angeles Times
Conservationists are creating consumer demand for a top predator, lionfish. — Washington Post
Three topping ideas to spice up tonight's tilapia. — Chicago Tribune
Rooftop gardens are sprouting up everywhere in Beantown. — Boston Globe
Trials and tribulations of adults who are picky eaters. — Wall Street Journal
Why you should place more trust in the sommelier. — New York Times

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