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Gwyneth, Mario Team With Chipotle For Spain . . . on the Road Again
I can't wait to watch PBS's up and coming travel-food show, Spain . . .
Gwyneth, Batali, Bittman, and Claudia Hit the Road
A few months ago, I mentioned that Gwyneth Paltrow was heading to Spain with Mario Batali in order to film a show for PBS. Well, for all of you who thought it was too crazy to be true, I have news for you: They've started filming!
That's right, according to the Associated Press, Paltrow and Batali — along with Mark Bittman (aka the New York Times's "Minimalist") and Spanish actress Claudia Bassols — are spending much of the next four months cruising around Spain in a fleet of Mercedes.
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What's Your Favorite Road Food Restaurant?
With Memorial Day weekend upon us, the travel season has officially kicked into full gear. But times like these mean Americans will be favoring road trips over tours abroad. For those of you who enjoy hitting the highway, do share with me: what's your favorite road food pit stop?
How to Prepare For a BBQ Festival
Over the long weekend, while many of you were hosting barbecues of your own, I headed over to Sparks, NV, for the Best in the West Nugget Rib Cook-Off, one of the country's largest outdoor barbecue events. I was more than stoked to chomp down on award-winning ribs all day long, but — given the scope of the festival and its four-hour driving distance from my house — I wanted to maximize my first experience there by being as prepared for the event as Michael Phelps was for the Summer Olympics. If you're planning on heading to a major barbecue festival (or any food extravaganza, for that matter), I've got some tips to share with you.
What's Yummy This Week — YumSugar Weekly Recap
- I'll never forget the authentic campfire flavor of these homemade s'mores popsicles.
- Ring in the return of Gossip Girl with an informal premiere party.
- Learn how I prepared for my road trip to the massive Nugget Rib Cook-Off in Sparks, NV.
- Velveeta might be lowbrow — but it's also delicious in a nacho cheese dip.
- Can you tell the Mario Batali fun facts from the fiction?
- What do you recall about this week's French-themed Top Chef?
- Don't forget to play Who's the Better Chef? for a chance to win $1,000!
Denny's Strives to Hit the Late-Night Sweet Spot
2009 has been a rough year for casual dining, with many restaurant chains struggling to stay afloat. The solution proposed at Denny's? Become friends with the cool kids.
Papa John Called — He Wants His '71 Camaro Back
In 1984, John Schnatter, founder, chairman, and former CEO of Papa John's, sold his cherished 1971 Z28 Camaro to buy $1,600 worth of restaurant equipment to open a pizza joint. Now that he's got a worldwide empire under his belt, Schnatter has set out on a cross-country mission to find his original Camaro. He's even offering $25,000 to the person who reunites him with his long-lost ride.
Do You Know Your Drink Toasts Around the World?
The onset of Summer means many things: road trips, picnics, barbecues, watermelon . . .
Sideways Is Back, in Japanese Form
If you were stoked to hear about the release of The Ramen Girl, wait until you hear about the next big foodie flick. Oh, wait — you may have already seen it. Twentieth Century Fox is creating a Japanese version of Sideways, the Oscar-nominated comedy about four friends road-tripping through California wine country that became a runaway hit in 2005.
All the News That's Fit to Eat — Apr. 15, 2009
- Bartenders are looking beyond simple syrup to sweeten your sipper. — San Francisco Chronicle
- With its mild flavor and slight bitterness, broccoli rabe should be a staple in home kitchens. — New York Times
- Turn to these satisfying and healthful meal ideas for road trips.
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