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Noteworthy Nibbles — Sept. 23-29, 2008
This week, spice up your free time with the chili cook-offs that are setting the country aflame. Whether you're looking for an epicurean adventure at the Bellagio, or something more along the lines of a back-country roadkill cook-off, you're in luck. Check out what's going on in your neck of the woods this week, and let us know if we've left anything off the list!
Name That Dish!
With okra in season, this popular Cajun and Creole meal would be a great course to make (it often calls for okra as a thickening agent). Do you know what this dish is called?
Make Use of Your Summer Vegetables with a Skillet Stir-Fry
At the farmers market this week, there was so much gorgeous Summer produce — okra, fresh corn, English peas, tomatoes, zucchini — that I bought it all. Then I got home and wondered: What should I do with this Summer bounty?
My question got answered as soon as I came across this dish while browsing The Kitchen Sink.
In Season: Okra
Today at the farmers market the okra looked so fresh that I had to buy some. Right now is the perfect time to purchase a seasonal ingredient like okra, which is only available through early fall. The folks at Padao Farms, the stand where I got my beloved okra, gave me a few tips for picking the pods.
Yummy Links: From the Barefoot Contessa to Ginger Ale
- Go inside the Barefoot Contessa's downtown Manhattan apartment. — Serious Eats
- The FDA has ruled that high fructose corn syrup is still considered natural. — Slashfood
- Learn how to make the perfect martini.
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Food Section Sampler — Aug. 19, 2009
- When prepared right, okra can taste reminiscent of asparagus and eggplant, with none of the slime. — San Francisco Chronicle
- The hottest table in town, Restaurant City, is a virtual eatery that can only be accessed through Facebook. — Los Angeles Times
- Pay attention to the story behind cheap food prices.
Talking Top Chef With Padma and Tom
As you probably know, the next season of Top Chef starts this Wednesday, Mar. 12. The contestants look — if I can borrow a word from Project Runway — fierce and the competition should be exciting.
Yummy Links - From Upscale Jello Shots to Pan-Glazed Tofu
- Admit it, you secretly love Jello shots, why not try this grown up version of Jello with booze. - Delicious Days
- Don't miss all these great Valentine's candy taste test and reviews. - Candyblog
- I told you all about the upcoming food trends, but now you can check out the 2007 restaurant menu trends.
What's Yummy This Week — YumSugar Weekly Recap
- My latest sandwich creation is inspired by a warm Summer night with friends.
- PartySugar plans a movie club meeting, complete with a full corn tasting menu.
- Could a Playboy Bunny ruin this restaurant chain's wholesome image?
- For a different warm-weather refreshment, try this ginger beer cooler.
- Summer stone fruit and a comforting dessert are combined to make my latest popsicle creation.
- This week's nachos highlight the savory flavors of Spain.
- Now that okra is in season, here are a few tips on selecting and preparing it.
- Just how clean are restaurants across the country?
Fast & Easy Dinner: Catfish Gumbo
In honor of today being Mardi Gras, make a quick cooking gumbo for dinner. Serving a traditional dish is a great way to familiarize your family with different culture's cuisines. Gumbo is a Creole specialty with okra, onions, celery, and bell pepper.
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