Get Your Grill On


Updated 06/08/11 3:10 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

Recipes For the Grill

When I asked if you've broken out your grill yet, the response was an enthusiastic "yes!" Since we're just as excited for barbecue season as you are, I thought I'd round up our best grilling recipes. From fruit to pizza to beef, everything tastes better when it's cooked on the grill! Read more

Burger or Not a Burger?


Updated 05/21/12 11:28 AM · Posted by · 1 comment

What Defines a Burger?

It's National Burger Month, and we find ourselves asking: what makes a burger a burger? Is it the bun? Or the patty? Must it be made with ground beef, or can it be any kind of ground meat or protein? It all depends on how you define "burger," which is truly an existential question for our modern foodie times. Before we get bogged down in a highbrow burger debate, let's do this the easy way: click Read more

10 Marvelously Meat-Free Meals


Updated 04/22/11 3:45 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

Earth Day Meat-Free Meal Ideas and Recipes

Happy Friday — and Earth Day! In honor of Mother Nature's biggest day of the year, I'm trying to consume less meat. Whether you're a vegetarian yourself or just hoping to reduce your carbon footprint, I encourage you to do the same. For some enjoyable meatless options today — or any day! — keep reading. Read more

10 Recipes to Try When Lent Is Over


Updated 04/06/12 9:54 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

Indulgent Recipes

It's only 40 days, but when you're giving up something you love, the Lenten season can seem like forever. Did you give up a favorite food? As Lent comes to a close, it's time to gather recipes for your first indulgent meal. Whether it's caffeine, sugar, meat, cheese, or alcohol that you've been missing, we've rounded up 10 of the best recipes to help you reintroduce the tasty treats back into Read more

1 Roasted Chicken, 5 Healthy Recipes


Updated 04/02/12 1:20 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

What to Do With Leftover Roasted Chicken

Besides being delicious on its own, roasted chicken is the meal that keeps on giving. First, start with YumSugar's delectable recipe for roasted engagement chicken (or if you're feeling lazy, buy a rotisserie chicken). After enjoying some of that for tonight's dinner, use the roasted meat to make any (or all) of these healthy recipes that rely on leftover roasted chicken. Read more

5 Fuss-Free and Flavorful Seafood Meals


Updated 04/01/12 4:30 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Fast Seafood Meals

Whether you've given up meat for Lent or you're just looking to get away from chicken and red meat, seafood dishes are a great alternative. Many preparations of seafood are remarkably fuss-free and quick to put together. In general, fish and shellfish cook quickly, so a long cooking time is rarely something you need to factor into your day, and they lend well to a variety of cooking techniques. Read more

The Sexy, Crazy Genius of Birthday Girl Lady Gaga


Updated 03/28/12 4:43 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

Lady Gaga Quotes

Happy birthday, Lady G! While she's clearly the queen of outlandish outfits and in-your-face antics, beneath the makeup, meat hats, crystal-covered sunglasses, and pasties there's a crazy-talented and smart woman who's standing up for bullied underdogs and redefining what's sexy, "one sequin at a time." So in honor of the 26-year-old birthday girl, here are the best Gaga-isms on life, love, and Read more

Born This Way, Today: See 35 of Lady Gaga's Most Sensational Spreads


Updated 03/28/12 1:40 PM · Posted by · 4 comments

Lady Gaga Fashion Editorials

Born Stefani Joanne Angelina Germanotta 26 years ago today, Lady Gaga has risen to unbelievable fame and captured the hearts of millions worldwide. She's also caught the attention of fashion industry heavyweights, maintaining close friendships with Donatella Versace and the late Alexander McQueen, working on a holiday workshop last year with Barneys, and both modeling and playing muse for Thierry Read more

Bring a Little of Brazil Into Your Pantry


Updated 03/23/12 2:25 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

Brazilian Pantry Staples

If all of the ingredients and flavor combinations present in Brazilian food make your mouth water, consider stocking up on some pantry essentials that will help you delve into creating the cuisine at home. While much of the dishes are based on fresh fish, meat, and vegetable, there are some staple ingredients that are relatively easy to get your hands on. Click through to start building your Read more

Build Your Own South African Pantry


Updated 03/14/12 4:35 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

South African Pantry Staples

If you want to create your own "rainbow cuisine" from the comfort of your kitchen, start by incorporating a few of these South African staples into your pantry. The vast majority of these items are affordable and easy to come by online. Whereas meat and fresh vegetables make up the majority of dishes, these seven items will build the foundation of your South African pantry. Read more