In January 2011, Food Network host Paula Deen appeared on The View to promote her new children's cookbook. Those who caught it know that it wasn't pretty to watch. Put the sassy Paula Deen and the straight-laced Barbara Walters together, and you get an uncomfortable dynamic. As the ladies of The View sit behind a stupendous spread of fried chicken and other Southern comforts, Paula licks Read more

Today, the food world's gone into hyper-discussion mode over the fact that Paula Deen reportedly has diabetes. This isn't a first — we've been hearing rumors of her diabetes for a while now — but she's also reportedly signed on to be the spokesperson for a diabetes drug from pharmaceutical company Novartis. Paula Deen, who's been dubbed the Queen of Southern Cuisine, is known for her Read more

After a long day, I'm always on the lookout for a speedy and tasty dinner. Shrimp baked with butter and lemon is simple — and scrumptious, too. Lemon and butter topped on just about any seafood tends to be heavenly, and these little pink shrimp soak it up just the same. If you want to enhance the flavor even more, try adding a little more heat with a spicy pepper or hot sauce. Want to avoid Read more

Having a successful show on the Food Network may not get you industry accolades like the recent James Beard Awards, but it can get you a nod from the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences. This morning the daytime Emmy Award nominations were announced, and among the nominees are many culinary personalities. Rachael Ray and Giada De Laurentiis received three nominations each, while Read more

The complete guide to ribs of the world. — Serious Eats Richard Blais chats about his Top Chef All-Stars victory. — Eatocracy Would you eat these super spicy dishes? — Woman's Day Menu prices are on the rise. — Wall Street Journal Critic Michael Bauer names the Bay Area's top 100 restaurants. — The San Francisco Chronicle Food & Wine's Dana Cowin chats about the chefs who Read more

The definitive guide to ordering at In-N-Out Burger. — A Hamburger Today Want a laugh? Visit the latest Paula website. — Paula Deen Riding Things Happy banana cream pie day! — Bites on Today RIP Henry Africa, creator of the fern bar. — Grub Street SF Freebie alert! Golden Treasure Shrimp at Panda Express. — Eater LA How do you feel about bananas packaged in plastic wrapping? — The Read more

Last night's Top Chef All-Stars took things down South, and the butter and the drama were a-flying! The queen of butter herself, Paula Deen, guest judged and presented the cheftestants with the quickfire challenge: deep fry something, y'all! And Paula being Paula, she meant business: "I've deep fried mac and cheese, lasagna, chunks of butter," she told them. "No calamari sprinkled on top of a Read more