Food & Beverage

Food trends that are growing in popularity

There are many different food trends that come and go throughout the years. Whether linked to recent medical research or brought on by experimentation, different foods or ingredients can quickly become the must-have items for foodies.
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Pairing wine with dessert

Many people are novices when it comes to choosing the right wine to pair with food, and the same can be said when wine carries over into the dessert hour. Dessert is an expansive term for many different culinary creations, so finding the right wine to go with your dessert is not always easy. Here are some suggestions, courtesy of The Nibble, a specialty food magazine.
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A tasty take on a beloved side dish

When making a meal, be it an intimate dinner for two or the main course for a dinner party, the entree often gets the bulk of the attention. But as any cook knows, the side dishes can make just as big an impression as the main course.

Few side dishes are as versatile and beloved as mashed potatoes. When making your next feast, consider the following recipe for "Irresistible Basil Mashed Potatoes" from Marlena Spieler's "Yummy Potatoes" (Chronicle Books).
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Adding a tasty twist to traditional long-grain rice

Enjoy experimenting with different cuisines at the dinner table? This recipe for "Chicken and Vegetable Clay Pot Rice" from Andrea Nguyen's "Into the Vietnamese Kitchen" (Ten Speed Press) allows home chefs to bring a taste of Vietnam into their homes.
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Experiment with flavorful Indian cuisine

Experimenting in the kitchen is one of the many joys of cooking. Men and women who love to cook an experience international cuisine without leaving the comforts of home.

The food of India is as beloved as it is versatile. Weekend warriors who enjoy experimenting in the kitchen often like doing so with Indian cuisine, which is known for its bold flavors. Such is the case with the following recipe for "Pumpkin With Cashews" from Monisha Bharadwaj's "India's Vegetarian Cooking" (Kyle Books).
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Experimenting part of the fun of entertaining

Entertaining friends and family with a homecooked meal is something many amateur chefs cherish. Gathering friends and family for a hearty meal without having to deal with the hustle and bustle of a local restaurant is a relaxing way to reconnect and make new memories.

Such hosting duties also enable home chefs to try their hands at more exotic recipes. Perhaps due to the growing popularity of celebrity chefs who specialize in foods from all over the globe, more and more home chefs are making bolder choices in their own kitchens. Those who want to try their hand at Japanese fare for their next dinner party should consider the following recipe for "Spanish Mackerel Grilled With Citrus Sauce" from Takashi Sugimoto's and Marcia Iwatate's "Shunju: New Japanese Cuisine" (Periplus).
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Recipe gives a tantalizing taste to Grilled Vegetable Napoleons

Hot, lazy summer days are too precious to waste in the kitchen. Enhance your outdoor leisure time with a visit to a local farmer's stand or market to choose fresh vegetables for this colorful recipe.
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